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Large Home! Huge Backyard, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly & Beach's a short drive away

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Backyard: 1500 sq. feet of artificial lawn and 1000 of cement patio
Exterior
Backyard
Backyard Horseshoe pit
Backyard (3 burner webber BBQ)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Soquel, CA
  • Capitola Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #1 (primary)

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bath #1 (Primary)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom #2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom #3 (1/2 bath)

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Large Home! Huge Backyard, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly & Beach's a short drive away

Bring the whole family and your furry ones too!

County Permit#151158
Max 8 adults (kids under 8 years old don't count towards total)
Pet Fee required: $100/night (max of 2 dogs). Select "I am traveling with pets" under travelers drop down window prior to booking. It will automatically calculate appreciate pet fee. If staying more than 2 nights please reach out for possible pet fee discount or let me know and I can manually add it to your reservation.

This oversized home features a large open floor plan on the main level allowing for easy inside and out side entertainment. All the bedrooms are located upstairs.

Great Location: Capitola, Rio Del Mar State Beach (my favorite), & New Brighton State Beach are roughly 2-3 miles away. Famous Beach Boardwalk is 8 miles away. Bring your bikes (e-bikes are even better) & experience our cute town.

Property manager

Crystal
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets Fee required per pet. See additional rules.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You are required to provide a photo ID and a signed rental agreement. Guest(s) will not be given access to property until these are provided.
When you book this property you will be held to the contract attached to avoid any additional charges.
No more that 16 guest during 8am-10pm. No Fireworks. See additional rules posted at the property and/contract regards to additional county rules.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 151158

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Soquel

Located in Soquel, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Soquel, CA

What's nearby

  • Capitola Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Mystery Spot - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Capitola Beach - 13 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 16 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Morgan Hill Station - 51 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Home! Huge Backyard, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly & Beach's a short drive away pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Large Home! Huge Backyard, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly & Beach's a short drive away?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Home! Huge Backyard, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly & Beach's a short drive away?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Home! Huge Backyard, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly & Beach's a short drive away located?

This family-friendly Soquel holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cabrillo College, Potbelly Beach and New Brighton State Beach. Capitola Mercantile and Sante Adairius Rustic Ales are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 198 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend Success

This was our second time renting Crystal‘s fantastic house for our girls weekend. This year we were nine women and we stayed for three nights. We enjoyed the hot tub and the backyard between rain showers. The living space was very comfortable inside! And the sleeping arrangements were very comfortable as well! We just can’t say enough about how wonderful this place is and how easy it is to work with Crystal!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruth r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of heaven in Santa Cruz

We just completed a fabulous stay at Crystal's home. The place is incredibly spacious and well though out. Everything was labeled and the little touches like the bathrobes and checkin snacks were a nice surprise. Crystal was an absolute pleasure to communicate with and made everything smooth and easy. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and spacious home

This property was perfect for our family. We stayed here with our two daughters and their young families. Very spacious. Lovely decor. Everyone had enough room. Loved the backyard. Great for the little ones to run around. Crystal promptly answered any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sonia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Home and Location

We held a small family holiday afternoon gathering - this house is over the top! Pictures do not do it justice! Crystal (host) is so on top of everything! If I could give this home 10 stars - I would!! There’s so much room inside and outside of this home - very comfortable! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a great stay!

Crystals property is always clean and inviting! She is very attentive and quick to reply as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiloh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with all the amenities

We had a high school basketball tournament in San Jose, and our team stayed at this house for two nights. The four bedrooms were able to hold 10 high school girls and the coaches. The carpets in the largest bedrooms have enough cushion for sleeping bags, and the beds are all comfortable. The cleanliness and amenities at this property are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Well equipped, and roomy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Great location, preheated hot tub and hotel type bathrobes, and a well stocked kitchen for our big family. There were plenty of games and outdoor equipment for kids to ride/use as well as a beautiful backyard for them to run around in. Ez entry and communication with the owners made it a smooth landing for our trip from South Orange County. We will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

Amazing property and host, this property was perfect for our family and situated in a quiet neighborhood away from the busy streets. Truly relaxing. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible house

The house was absolutely perfect! We stayed with two other families and the big room was ideal for the kids! The outdoor area was stunning and a great space for the kids to run around. The location was convenient and the host was very responsive. We will definitely look to stay here again if/when we get back to Santa Cruz!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Family Garherings!

Very responsive and friendly host. Spacious and appointed home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

vacation

This is an amazing property. This was a family vacation, and we were so impressed with the whole experience. The check in process was quick and easy. everything was very clean and well kept. from the inside to outside. Close to the beach and other areas. We had an amazing host, very pleasant to work with and answered all our questions. we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

We stayed here with three families (12 people) and would absolutely stay here again! The house was spacious and clean, and the backyard was perfect for the kids. We grilled, made s’mores, went in the hot tub, and played catch on the lawn. Just 15 minutes to Santa Cruz boardwalk, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KongPeng M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome host and place

Crystal was very nice and thorough with her explanation of checking in. Check in was a breeze. The house was much more spacious than I imagine. Houses usually look bigger in the pictures but not this house. It is huge and roomy with plenty of place to sit inside and outside the house. Plenty of parking as well. Overall, I will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soquel more like SoCool!

This is our 3rd time staying here and it never disappoints!! All the room and accommodations needed for a perfect beach getaway! Pictures don’t do the place justice. If you’re thinking of renting this gorgeous house, don’t hesitate and do it! Also the owner crystal is fantastic to rent from. Always quick to respond and cares about her renters. Will be back for a 4th time next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, spacious home with awesome backyard

We had three families with kids staying here and it was spacious, with lots of room for the kids to run around. Wonderful and thoughtful amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house in Soquel was PERFECT!

The house is even bigger than it appears in the photos and decorated really nicely. We enjoyed the large backyard with plenty of spaces, tables, firepit, corn hole, flowers and a hot tub! The kitchen is perfectly organized, the couches were comfie and the dining table is generously sized to fit everyone. We were there for a wedding and had more than enough room for several cars. The host is fabulous and I'd call this the perfect house! I'm hoping my family will return another time when this exact house is available. Thank you for a perfect place to stay! I HIGHLY recommend this house without any reservation :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

We loved our stay at this property. The space was perfect for our family. The backyard was a wonderful place for us to gather. The host was easy to contact and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sohyun O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious Haven

Loved the spacious first floor and two masters upstairs. Backyard is private and lovely. Enjoyed the coyote howls (?) in the distance and twitter of birds while surrounded by eucalyptus trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous girls weekend!

I spent 3 nights here for a girls weekend and it was so much space for 12 of us, with great indoor / outdoor living and privacy. Also good location that wasn’t too far to get to Capitola, Aptos & Santa Cruz. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So wonderful!

This is our second time staying here. It has huge spaces, great backyard with 3 dining areas and 2 lounging areas. FULLY stocked kitchen and nice beds, linens and pillows. Loved walking every morning. Last morning we saw 3 cotton tail rabbits. Spotted deer family, foxes and quails from yard and walks. Loved huge dining table indoor and couch big enough for family movies. Quiet but close to everything you would need including children’s playground. We love it here. Ages 78-6.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Amazing

Every thing was perfect! The house and the yard were very clean and beautiful! We had everything we needed and our family loved every minute we were there!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Crystal

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I have lived in Santa Cruz all of my life. I am married with two kids. We love to travel the world but I have to say Santa Cruz has a special place in our heart. Santa Cruz has something for everyone. I have been running vacation rentals now for over 14 years and continue to I love meeting new people from all over the world and help them make their time here special and memorable.

Why they chose this property

This house is great for those who are trying to have privacy and space for their entire group but also wanting to be close to all the fun things Santa Cruz has to offer. This house is located in Soquel which is centrally located to great beaches like Capitola Beach, Rio Del Mar, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This property allows families and friends to come together and be under one roof to spending quality time together.

What makes this property unique

This 4000 square foot house is located on 1 acre lot. The back yard has an oversized cement patio space which is great for entertaining as well as over 1500 square feet of artificial lawn for the kids to play and run around, not to mention a full size horseshoe pit. The inside is just as amazing. The downstairs is an open floor plan that includes a beautiful high-end kitchen, great spaces for dining/entertaining, as well as a space for relaxing on the couch in front of the TV/media center.

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