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OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA

4.0 star property
Vacation home in Aptos with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo, offices
Nestled on a sunny hillside with an ocean view, this 2-level home offers the perfect retreat for relaxation and entertainment. Enjoy relaxing in the swim spa, watching sunsets from the upper or lower decks, or BBQing with friends. With free high-speed wireless internet and unlimited US phone calls, you'll stay connected while taking advantage of local attractions and fine dining nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA

NO PETS (Including Service Animals. Sorry, we have allergies.) - NO SMOKING - NO PARTIES OR EVENTS

This sunny hillside 2 level home with ocean view is perfect for a weekend getaway or an extended sabbatical. The beautiful "ocean view", and manicured garden with gazebo, all come together to offer you the perfect escape. The swim spa is perfect for relaxing in the evening, or a therapeutic aqu massage any time. Our local beach is 0.8 of a mile away, and there are plenty of local attractions, and fine dining is close by.

The upper and lower decks are perfect for entertaining, BBQing, or watching the sunset. The back garden, with its beautiful plantings, and gazebo, are a perfect retreat for morning coffee or afternoon tea, or cocktails.

* ALL BEDDING, LINENS, AND BATH TOWELS ARE PROVIDED. (BEACH TOWELS NOT PROVIDED)
* FREE HIGH SPEED WIRELESS INTERNET
* WI-FI PRINTER AVAILABLE
* FREE UNLIMITED US PHONE CALLS
* OUTSIDE SECURITY CAMERAS INSTALLED FOR YOUR SAFETY

UPPER LEVEL INCLUDES:
The main LIVING ROOM area, which has an open floor plan with cathedral open beamed ceiling, and beautiful hand scraped solid white oak flooring. There is a 52-inch 4K HDTV, with Xfinity TV /DVR, a Blue Ray Disk player, and a Bluetooth Sound Bar to stream your music apps.

Forced air central heating, keeps the home cozy and warm in winter.

The modern GOURMET KITCHEN is equipped with all Viking appliances, and dishwasher. All cookware, cooking utensils, dishes, and silverware are provided. The dining area table seats up to 6 guests.
The upper deck has patio chairs for 6 guests, and a cocktail table. The BBQ grill is propane gas.

The MASTER BEDROOM, which is on the upper level, has a queen bed, walk-in closet, chest of drawers, and a sitting area, a vanity sink area, and full bathroom, with tub & shower combo.

DOWN STAIRS - "CAUTION", there are stairs leading from the Living Room to the lower level. If you have small children, it is suggested that you bring your own barrier /gate, as there is none provided.
LOWER LEVEL INCLUDES:
Bedroom 2 - has a queen bed, a full mirrored closet, chest of drawers, and a beautiful view of the garden, and a 24" Samsung HDTV, with Amazon Fire Stick for streaming.

Office - includes work desk, office chair, LAN cable for direct internet hook-up, wi-fi printer.
Access to the lower deck, garden, and Swim Spa are on the lower level, through the office.

DISCLAIMER: SECURITY CAMERAS – For your security, and the security of our property, there are Security Cameras located outside ONLY. Two cameras are located in the front of the house, facing the driveway and front door entry. One camera is on the lower deck, focused on the sliding glass door and gate entrance ONLY. These cameras are FIXED, and are not movable. We, not a "service", are the only ones that have direct access to the camera recording system. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.

Permit #241175
TOT Certificate # CO04422

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING OR VAPING ON THE PROPERTY, PERIOD!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please refer to the Check-Out Procedures in the INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS document you received in the booking confirmation email.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The max guests overnight (4). The max occupancy including visitors (4). Guests over max may result in termination of booking, and eviction.
CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS OLD ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE SWIM SPA AT ANY TIME.
NO ONE ALLOWED IN THE SPA AFTER 10 PM OR BEFORE 8 AM. NOISE CURFEW FROM 10:00 PM TO 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: WARNING! There are stairs to lower level.

Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OR VAPING ON THE PROPERTY, PERIOD!

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
Note from host: NO PARTIES OR EVENTS.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number Permit #241175 TOT Certificate # CO04422

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Seascape Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Beer Can Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Mystery Spot - 15 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 40 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Four Streams Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sanderlings Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seascape Golf Club, Beer Can Beach, and Rio Del Mar Beach. Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great! The house was well accommodated and the owner was super nice. It is in a really nice, quiet neighborhood and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at Michael’s home. Wish we had stayed longer to enjoy it more along with the Aptos beaches! Michael is the perfect host - terrifically responsive and his place is spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stijn d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean house in a peaceful neighborhood. The garden and swim spa were a nice plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Very comfortable house in Aptos CA

A very nice Santa Cruz adjacent house walking distances to a small outdoor mall in a very quiet neighborhood. I would certainly recommend this to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahana D.

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

Incredible and quiet summer stay

We’ve been all over the central coast for various holidays (including the resort at seascape down the road) and this was by far the best lodging experience we’ve ever had. Michael was very friendly and communicative, and the house was extremely clean and easy to manage/navigate. The beach is less than a mile away (walkable) and the neighborhood itself is very nice to stroll around. We look forward to returning when we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our time at this property and felt very comfortable. The spa was great and the host Michael was very responsive and easy to communicate with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya Z.

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

Beautiful home close to the beach

We enjoyed our stay, it is a beautiful home. Close to the beach and Michael was great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil K.

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

Perfect Spot

Ocean view deck with a BBQ, great location , great local gourmet market, well appointed house with everything you need including great jacuzzi !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

debbie S.

Excellent rental - home from home!

We stayed at this property at xmas and we were really impressed. The kitchen is fitted out with everything you need for your stay. Everything is comfortable and spotlessly clean. What more can you want?
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2015
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10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Flawless!

Great experience from the start. Beautifully furnished throughout with a true chef’s kitchen! We look forward to future visits!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

janay a.

Great stay

We booked this place for a wedding at Seascape. Michael was very accommodating and always available for any questions. The home was clean and well cared for, with everything clearly labeled and easy to find. Will definitely be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt F., Martinez, CA

Just as nice as can be

All I can say is that this place is beautiful in every way. Very clean and comfortable, very nicely decorated, nice view and amazing back garden and swim hot tub. I can't think of any way it could possibly be any better, Michael's figured out everything perfectly. It is an absolute honor to have stayed there.

10/10 Excellent

Tram D.

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

Tram

We stayed 5 nights, it was relaxing, quiet, and beautiful. Michael is very good at communication. He is always responsible my questions promptly. Love his swimming spa, we used almost every night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D., Patterson, CA

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

Cute, clean and convenient

Perfectly kept home with labels for everything you could ever need to find. Relaxing backyard with a view from the deck and a swim spa to relax in nightly. Very kind owners and easy interactions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Great vacation getaway

The rental is amazing. All the great amenities in rental and then some. Great ocean view. Centrally located so you are just a couple of miles from Capitola and Santa Cruz. Sea Cliff beach is beautiful. The communication with the owner was great. He made everything so easy and welcoming. We will definitely be returning for another vacation stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susannah R.

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

Very well stocked and comfortable

This house was a great base from which to explore. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked with both pantry items, condiments and small appliances. The owner’s directions were very clear, and the swim spa (think Michael Phelps) was pretty fun. (I wish I’d brought a kick board!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela Y.

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

As expected

We got immediate confirmation, checkin was a breeze, owner responsive with questions. House was clean, location was 20 min walk to the local beach. The hot tub was great. Kitchen fully stocked with everything, We cooked each night. We love this area, it was a wonderful getaway for our family. Thank you Michael.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

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

Romantic and relaxing getaway

Beautiful house in Aptos with great deck, large hot tub, and inviting garden. Easy access to beach and redwoods. Michael was wonderful to work with, and very reassuring to rent from during COVID. We had to stay inside the last day due to smoke from nearby fires, and felt lucky to have such a lovely shelter. Could easily have accommodated a other couple or our college age children, but appreciated the time to ourselves. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phil d.

Hillside Sanctuary is Accurate!

This rental couldn't have been better! I would highly recommend staying here due to the rental cleanliness, comfortable layout, prime location, great owner customer service, and resources available such as labeled cabinets, detailed instructions, huge therapeutic spa, and high grade kitchen supplies. I will definitely be looking into this rental the next time I am in the Santa Cruz area. Thank you, Michael and Hing for the great rental experience!

10/10 Excellent

Chyresse H., Sacramento, USA

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely home. It was very clean, organized and so comfortable for our family. We were able to find everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well-stocked with every appliance, dish, glass, piece of cookware and utensil we could ever need. The garden and grounds were beautiful and provided a place to relax outside. The house is conveniently located near a nice grocery store and CVS pharmacy. It’s also a quick drive to Hwy 1. Thank you to the owner, Michael, for clear communication and being so responsive prior, during and after our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James A., Los Gatos, CA

Very comfortable for 5 adults

Our family of five adults stayed 5 nights and really enjoyed our stay. The house was very attractive and comfortable, with lots of amenities and had the best stocked kitchen of any place we've ever stayed. The walk to the beach was about 15 minutes, and if you have a lot to carry and don't want to walk as much, you can usually park easily near beach entrances on either end of Via Palo Alto. Communications with Michael were prompt and helpful. Everything was very much as described. Thanks for a great visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Awesome Place

We were very impressed on how well the property is maintained. Awesome kitchen great appliances plenty of utensils. Swim spa was extremely clean and functioned like it should. I have stayed at many rentals and sometimes the pictures and reviews don’t match. The clubhouse dr. House was top shelf. Super clean. Cudos to owner for the detail they do to make your stay hassle free. Thanks Steve & Sharon R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Robert P.

great location, well appointed, great hot tub

6 friends stayed the last 3 nights. Everything was better than we expected - except: the bed in the 3rd bedroom(office) is a twin and very hard. We think the property would be better for 4 or the owner get a better hide-a-bed. Otherwise we recommend the property enthusiastically. Easy access from the highway; quiet neighborhood; supermarket nearby; wireless excellent; great hot tub; kitchen elaborately stocked; tv and sound system excellent. We would come back anytime with a better bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Very comfortable and relaxing!

If there's such a thing as a 'Hosting Award', Michael Taravella should get one! His attention to detail in the description of his property gets even better before, during and after your stay. He is such a delight and so considerate to take the time to chat by phone before we arrived and made it easy to understand all aspects of the house. The house is so immaculate and set up like a 5-star resort where you can enjoy top of the line cooking appliances, utensils, bedding. etc. The location is great; easy getting to Santa Cruz, Capitola, etc. Thank you, Michael, for being so kind and communitive. Until we meet again, Barbara and Lisa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B., Berkeley, Ca

Very Comfortable/Well Appointed

We've been staying in VRBOs for 20+ years. This house stands out as one that was exceptionally clean and very well appointed. The kitchen has labels on everything so you know where to find what you're looking for and where to return it so that the guests after you have the same ease of use. An added bonus: the pantry and fridge were stocked with more than the bare minimum. I had forgotten dessert and my daughter was craving chocolate. There was hot cocoa to be found, which hit the spot! Thank you for those added touches!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017