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Scenic Getaway With Ocean Views

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9.8Outstanding

(85 Ratings)

"What a gem of a vacation rental in the hills of Santa Cruz!Expertly appointed with everything one could need, exceptional views of the ocean and redwoods, surrounding decks, super comfy bed, beautifu..."

Kathleen H.

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9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(85 Ratings)

House in Santa Cruz, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Get away from it all and enjoy the serene and private surroundings that this house has to offer. Kick back and take in the breathtaking views of Santa Cruz, the ocean, a beautiful sunset followed by the twinkling of city lights at night. Enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer with just a short drive (less than 10 mins) to downtown. We offer a Smart TV, Wi-Fi, a very comfortable king size bed. Their is a completely separate downstairs unit that may be occupied by the owner occasionally. Inquire if concerned. Their is a security camera on the front deck looking over the driveway. Tell me a little bit about yourselves and what you are looking for your time in Santa Cruz.

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Lovers Point Park

Santa Cruz Wharf

Municipal Rose Garden

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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Top rated by guests

9.8Outstanding

(85 Ratings)

"What a gem of a vacation rental in the hills of Santa Cruz!Expertly appointed with everything one could need, exceptional views of the ocean and redwoods, surrounding decks, super comfy bed, beautifu..."

Kathleen H.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(85 Ratings)

House in Santa Cruz, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Santa Cruz, CA

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Lovers Point Park

Santa Cruz Wharf

Municipal Rose Garden

About this house rental

Get away from it all and enjoy the serene and private surroundings that this house has to offer. Kick back and take in the breathtaking views of Santa Cruz, the ocean, a beautiful sunset followed by the twinkling of city lights at night. Enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer with just a short drive (less than 10 mins) to downtown. We offer a Smart TV, Wi-Fi, a very comfortable king size bed. Their is a completely separate downstairs unit that may be occupied by the owner occasionally. Inquire if concerned. Their is a security camera on the front deck looking over the driveway. Tell me a little bit about yourselves and what you are looking for your time in Santa Cruz.

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(85 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

What a gem of a vacation rental in the hills of Santa Cruz!Expertly appointed with everything one could need, exceptional views of the ocean and redwoods, surrounding decks, super comfy bed, beautiful decor and artwork, light and breeze filled windows make this home a place you won’t want to leave. The hosts’ attention to details was outstanding! It was like staying in a tree house. This was our second time staying here and we hope we can return. Thank you Tom and Kathy

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful views and lovely place! We enjoyed a restful time and loved seeing and hearing so many birds! Comfortable bed, clean and modern bathroom, and plenty of windows for views and fresh cool air.

8.0 / 10.0

Beautiful spot. The nature around us soothed my soul. We saw deer, bobcat, family of quail, roosters, bats and the friendly dog from a neighbor. The place itself was just right, almost, i wished it didnt have the stairs. It was decorated beautifully in a comfortable and sometimes eclectic way that made me smile. The only other drawback was the narrow road to get to the house. It was a little harrowing but i suppose that is the price you pay for the isolation. Thank you for sharing it.

10.0 / 10.0

We stayed for three relaxing and perfect days.Tucked away in the hills and also super convenient to everything in town.

10.0 / 10.0

Lots of nice wildlife and great views

8.0 / 10.0

Enjoyed beautiful Santa Cruz area - bobcat sighting! Great Horned Owl! Hawks! Loved the area.

10.0 / 10.0

Lots of communication, easy check in. Quiet, beautiful views. Comfortable, great for a couple, slept really well on the king bed. We enjoyed Happy the friendly dog’s visits! Would definitely come back.

10.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed the peace and quiet after full days of activity. The views from the property are beautiful, whether you prefer the open vista with a view of the hills and ocean or the feeling of being in the forest with ferns, and an owl in the evening from the back porch.The bed is VERY comfortable, important after a busy day. The kitchen has all the basic equipment and then some. We enyoyed pour overs even though we forgot everything for coffee (except the coffee).

10.0 / 10.0

Well-appointed home with an overlook of Santa Cruz and the ocean on a clear day. Worth the drive up the hill to the property for a little isolation and relaxation. The residence is a 2nd-story flat with a soft memory foam king bed. The kitchen has most everything needed for cooking, coffee, and tea. It was a pleasant stay and the host is interested in keeping the place in order.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved every part of this opportunity to stay up north. Place was awesome

10.0 / 10.0

The cottage was over a mile off road giving us a secluded but peaceful feel. In reality the freeway & suburbs were close. We had an ocean view. The accommodations were super clean & well furnished. It was stocked with all the comforts of home. I highly recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

This place was remarkable. I’ve never seen anything like it. It is as secluded as I can ever imagine, however, you’re only a few minutes away from the beach. Magical forest is Walking distance in nearly any direction. Easy access to the freeway, only minutes from the heart of Santa Cruz, and absolutely secure and safe.

10.0 / 10.0

property was private and quiet the view was very nice

10.0 / 10.0

Overall as advertised.

10.0 / 10.0

We had an amazing stay here up in the trees. The unit was clean, stocked with towels and the check in was easy. Views from both decks were beautiful and relaxing, we will definitely be returning!

10.0 / 10.0

I go to Santa Cruz every year to visit my son and daughter who live nearby. This house was in a beautiful, private location only 15 minutes from town. House has everything you need, managed well and available if you need them. I’d absolutely go back!

10.0 / 10.0

My husband and I spent the weekend enjoying trees, tranquility, and ocean air while staying in this lovely rental. The hosts were welcoming and communicative. The Shakespeare festival, downtown Santa Cruz, and Henry Cowell state park were the other ingredients in a fabulous getaway weekend.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved the atmosphere and surroundings of the trees and wildlife. We enjoyed watching the birds and saw owls. The house has everything you need. We want to come back and stay longer.

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful place tucked away in the hills but close enough to get to things eaaily.

10.0 / 10.0

Fantastic views, peaceful and just what I needed. I had everything I needed is a beautiful home.

10.0 / 10.0

Nice place. Would come back again!

8.0 / 10.0

Great views super private and quiet! Comfy bed!

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful location up above Santa Cruz, looking out to the ocean. Provided gorgeous sunset vistas and sunrises. Even the fog banks rolling in up through the treetops were beautiful! House was well stocked with utensils and cookware. Very comfortable bed. All in all, a peaceful respite from this crazy world. Thank you for sharing!

10.0 / 10.0

Our overall trip to Santa Cruz was one for the books, and our stay up in the mountains was quite pleasant. Nice and close to town, ocean views from the porch, and tons of wildlife. Easy peasy stay, definitely recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Very comfortable place for us. It had a view of Monterey Bay in the distance. Isolated in the hills but so close to town. Quite enjoyable.

10.0 / 10.0

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home. Had really great views. Perfect location being just outside of the city with much to do! Would definitely stay again and recommend to others. Tom was very responsive to any questions. "Buddy" the next door dog was also great plus when he came to visit.

10.0 / 10.0

Happy made our stay even better. Everyday she/he would bring us a toy. What a delight. Of course the location was perfect for us. We awoke to seeing a family of deer. Very special moment.

10.0 / 10.0

My spouse and I absolutely loved staying here. Everything is as pictured, and the home is in a beautiful location in the hills just outside Santa Cruz. It is extremely peaceful and a great place to relax during your stay in the Santa Cruz area. We loved the convenience of the kitchen (it was great to have a fridge on-site) and the space was very clean and comfortable. We also loved seeing the gentle neighbor dog who occasionally visits -- he is big, but very friendly and sweet! We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend Tom's place.

10.0 / 10.0

What a beautiful secluded location!! Our main purpose was to enjoy a relaxing three days together and we were not disappointed at all! The home was clean, comfortable, and cozy. We loved the decks off the front and the master bedroom including the views from both. The front had an incredible view of the ocean and downtown of Santa Cruz but was mostly enjoyed in the evenings looking at the constellations. The back deck off of the master bedroom made you feel you were in the middle of nowhere surrounded by trees and nature. It was amazing how you could feel you’re in the middle of nowhere yet be in downtown Santa Cruz in less than 10 minutes. We couldn’t have asked for anything more! Thanks for everything!

10.0 / 10.0

Good place for me to relax and breathe fresh air and thoughts!

8.0 / 10.0

Great time at Santa Cruz Ironman 70.3 We wanted to be away from the crowd at the beach and this property was perfect… would highly recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful property. We had difficulty finding however & had wished it was more on the Main Street. The house was lovely, Happy would come over had soon as we got home & came to said good morning too. My husband would have taken him home too !

10.0 / 10.0

Absolute peace & quiet with the most incredible view of Santa Cruz. We thoroughly enjoyed the mountain scenery and could get to the spectacular beaches and “in town” activities in less than 15 minutes.

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful Getaway

Peaceful Getaway

Very well stocked-from spices, & condiments, to baggies, plastic wrap, toilet paper,& first aid. Steep and winding road to house. But worth it once you get there. We enjoyed the peace & quiet. You have to climb a flight of stairs to get in which is difficult for seniors w/ heavy luggage but we managed. Closets are locked so the only place to hang anything is in the broom closet. Carpets in bedroom were stained. Need to be cleaned. We Enjoyed watching the humming birds put a show on for us right outside the window. Excellent communication with Tom. We had a couple of questions when we got there and he answered within a couple of minutes.

10.0 / 10.0

BDay Get away

BDay Get away

We rented this cool unit for my parents birthday. They absolutely loved it. Access to the best parks, hikes, nature and beaches.

10.0 / 10.0

Hidden Gem

Hidden Gem

From the hilltops outside of Santa Cruz a nice view to the town & sea. Quality bed/linens and well equipped kitchen.

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful Hilltop Perch

Peaceful Hilltop Perch

Everything was exactly as advertised including the friendly canine visitor which was such a bonus. It's a lovely, private, quiet place to take a moment and enjoy a little nature while still having all the creature comforts you could want.

10.0 / 10.0

Comfortable

Comfortable

Enjoyed our stay

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful view

Beautiful view

Wonderful place to stay for a quiet getaway

8.0 / 10.0

Santa Cruz hillside home

Santa Cruz hillside home

We did have a great stay. The house was very comfortable and had everything except a coffee maker. French press doesn't work for me. There's a friendly neighbor dog that will go back home if you tell him too. I thought it would have more of a view of the ocean. Overall I would give it about an 8.5.

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