Title: Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=103499370&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis Vacation home with kitchen, near Monterey Bay ## Photo gallery for Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis ![Property grounds - Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103499400/103499370/3bf6eaf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103499400/103499370/3f4a0eb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103499400/103499370/be4df6b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103499400/103499370/49579d1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103500000/103499400/103499370/be7c41f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a private half-acre backyard oasis, this Santa Cruz designer home is the perfect blend of luxury and tranquility. Take a dip in the hot tub under the trees, relax by the outdoor fire pit, or simply enjoy quality time with your pets in this fully fenced-in yard. With Netflix on TV, eco-friendly linens and supplies throughout, you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis Designer home and legal short-term rental with its own private half-acre backyard oasis and canyon, right in town. Take a hot tub dip under the trees and watch the wildlife, yet still be walking distance to restaurants and cafes, and only one mile to the ocean, downtown, and UCSC. This is the perfect place for people who are tired of staying at airbnbs that lack amenities or aesthetic quality: there is everything you need here to enjoy a luxury vacation! Our home is a fully legal short-term rental: Santa Cruz is very strict about this, so know that if you book an unpermitted rental your reservation could be canceled. It's happened to us before as travelers. You can rest assured knowing that your stay here is approved by the city! The house includes a hot tub, outdoor fire pit, designer furniture and decor, fully fenced in yard for pets, non-toxic and eco-friendly linens and supplies, TV with Netflix and more, and a chef's kitchen. It is filled with sunlight at all times of the day. All beds are sublimely comfortable: there is a king sized bed in the master bedroom, a queen bed in the second master, and a twin daybed in the third room. We can also provide an airbed and/or a crib. If you have been looking for a rental that is high quality, aesthetically thoughtful and pleasing, and does not lack in supplies or amenities-- this is it. It's difficult to describe the beauty of this house and the very special backyard until you see it in person. We really lucked out finding it and are excited to share it with fellow airbnb-ers who are visiting Santa Cruz. We know you will love it. Pets are welcome and we don't discriminate against breeds. Heating is available year-round but please note that our radiant (central) heating system is seasonally operative from mid-October to June 1st only. Still, in two out of three bedrooms, there is a wall heater that works fantastically should you need heat when our radiant heat is off. We provide space heaters for the other room and a gas fireplace that produces a lot of heat as well. Our central heater is only available October-June because it is an old radiant heating system that uses a lot of water to heat the house and during the warmer months, the city of Santa Cruz requires us to keep our water use to a minimum. Generally the house stays above 68 degrees in those warmer months even without the fireplace, wall heaters, or space heaters on. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89980000/89970100/89970001/5552361c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family-friendly beach retreat Westside Santa Cruz [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=89970001&PinnedHotelID=89970001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.964848,-122.05104&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:kqs%60F%7Ea%7DgV%3FS%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40S%40S%40QBS%40S%40QBSBQBSBQBSDQBQDQDQBSDQDQFQDOFSFODQFQFOFOFQHMFQHMFQHMHOHOHMHMHOJMJKHMJMJMHMLKHKLKJKJKJKLIJILKLILKJGLILGLILGNGLGLGLENGLELENELENCNELENALCNCNANCLANANCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40LBN%40N%40LBN%40NBNBL%40NFNBLBNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFNFJHLFLHLFLJJHLJLHJHLJJJJJJJJJJJJLJLJLHLJJHLHNHLJLHNHNFLHPFLHPFLFPHNFNFRDNFNDRFNDPDPDPDRDPBPDPBPBRBPBRBPBRBP%40R%40R%40PBR%3FR%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FPARAR%3FRCRAPARARCPCRCPCRCPCRCPEPCPEPEREPEPEPGNERGNENGRGNINGPGLIPGLIPGLININKLILINILKLIJKLKLKLKJKJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHKHMJMFMHMFKHOFMFMFMFODMFMDODMDODMBODODM%40OBOBO%40MBO%40O%40MBO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOAOCOAMAOCOAOCMCOAMEOEOCMEOEMEMEOGMEMGMGOGMGMIMGMIKGMKMIMIKKMIKKKKKKMKIKMKIMKMKMIKKMKMIOIMIMIOIOIMGQIMGQIMGQGOGOGQEQGOGSEOGQEQEQCSEQEQCQEQCSCQCSCQCSAQASCSAQASASAS%3FSAQ%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mhsHAAAchoR72QoJeNYFAsYTWPA=) Santa Cruz, CA #### What's nearby - University of California, Santa Cruz \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Natural Bridges State Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - Pacific Avenue \- 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - Santa Cruz Wharf \- 4 min drive \- 2.5 km #### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk - ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis? ### What time is check-out at Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis? ### Where is Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Designer Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Huge Backyard Oasis Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben R. Apr 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible home with everything you could ever need Wow, this place was amazing. One of the best VRBO stays I've ever had. It felt like the ultimate spa retreat. Beautiful garden with a private canyon park behind it and hot tub in the garden. I saw lots of deer and felt like I was away from it all but yet I was right in town. The bed was very comfortable, and the kitchen had all of the appliances and amenities I could ever need. Thoughtfully designed and everything was top-of-the-line. It was just a mile from the UCSC entrance and very close to the ocean too. Will definitely book this place again next time I am in Santa Cruz. ##### Ben R. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Sheraton-Park-Hotel-At-The-Anaheim-Resort.h3775.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Anaheim](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Hilton-Anaheim.h9.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Cntr](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-At-Anaheim-ResortConvention-Cntr.h9476.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points By Sheraton Los Angeles Int'l Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Los-Angeles-International-Airport.h28110.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Marriott-Marquis-San-Diego-Marina.h24394.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Sheraton-Gateway-Los-Angeles-Hotel.h12287.Hotel-Information) > > [Anaheim Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Anaheim-Suites-Hotel.h34780325.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Anaheim-Resort.h42520139.Hotel-Information) > > [1 Hotel West Hollywood](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-1-Hotel-West-Hollywood.h35872776.Hotel-Information) > > [Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Anaheim-Hotel-Water-Playground.h19662.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Fairfield-By-Marriott-Anaheim-Resort.h13771.Hotel-Information) > > [Desert Palms Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Desert-Palms-Hotel-Suites.h1571.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) > > [Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneys-Grand-Californian-Hotel-And-Spa.h692655.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-The-Westin-Anaheim-Resort.h47019139.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Stovalls-Inn.h13592.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-InterContinental-Los-Angeles-Downtown.h11567151.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Hyatt-House-At-Anaheim-ResortConvention-Center.h14786168.Hotel-Information) > > [Anaheim Marriott Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Anaheim-Marriott-Hotel.h12035.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Los-Angeles-LA-LIVE.h2877393.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Union-Square.h25622.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Anaheim-Theme-Park-Entrance.h11476917.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Roosevelt](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Hollywood-Roosevelt.h34142.Hotel-Information) > > [Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Manchester-Grand-Hyatt-San-Diego.h12073.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton San Diego Bayfront](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Hilton-San-Diego-Bayfront.h1871645.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Westin-Bonaventure-Hotel-And-Suites.h11376.Hotel-Information) > > [Disneyland Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneyland-Hotel.h15276.Hotel-Information) > > [Biltmore Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Millennium-Biltmore-Los-Angeles.h25715.Hotel-Information)