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Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.

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A group of people sitting on a stone bench overlooking the ocean, with a wooden post and greenery in the foreground.
A cozy reading nook with a round table, two chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.
A group of people walking on a rocky beach with clear water.
A kitchen with a sink, a window with a view of a garden, and various kitchen utensils and items on the counter.
A wooden staircase with a lamp and speakers on a shelf.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Pleasure Point Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 38th Avenue Beach Access
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Cruz

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Santa Cruz, within just a 10-minute stroll of 38th Avenue Beach Access and The Hook. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and a desk. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a stovetop. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Eastside Santa Cruz holiday home include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Hook - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moran Lake Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪People's Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ramen Kaito - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Verve Coffee Roasters - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.

Romantic Retreat: This fantastically located, atmospheric guest house was custom designed by the owner. This intimate home is ideal for two and perhaps a well behaved canine! Take a hop and a skip down the street to the cliffs of Pleasure Point, where you can surf yourself or view the surfers down below while you walk. After your stroll, you can rinse off in the outdoor shower before you soak in the bubbling cedar wood hot tub. Enjoy the privacy, the curling leaves of the pepper tree, and the lovely music of the wind chimes. Swing in a hammock as you cool off. There is a small hot tub deck and a small outdoor area in front of the house near the garden with bubbling fountain.

The bungalow boasts Spanish tile floors, a romantic sleeping loft with sky lights, a custom built desk and bookshelf, atmospheric lighting on dimmers, many books of poetry and about spirituality. Please note that you cannot stand in the loft, which most people very cosy. The feeling of the house is peaceful and the neighborhood quiet. We have several DVDs, many of them romantic comedies, as well as instant Netflix. We also provide Direct tv so that you can watch your favorite channels.

You can walk to nearby 41st Ave. to great cafes and restaurants, or drive to picturesque Capitola Village for unique stores and boutiques.

The house and location are great for people wanting a peaceful atmosphere. Great feeling house for reading, meditating, writing and contemplation, or spending quality time with that special someone. It is wonderful to walk out the door and be able to stroll along the beach during minus tide times, or to explore beaches nearby. It is a short drive to picturesque Capitola Village, and Santa Cruz has great hiking trails as well as even more awesome beaches.

Keywords: Romantic Retreat, cottage for two, pets considered, beach house, private, hot tub, hammock, fenced in back yard, pet friendly, gardens, fountain, free internet, sleeping loft, skylights, outdoor shower,
private parking, furnished, indoor shower, ambient, artistic, well lit, atmospheric lighting.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $ 65 per pet.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Romantic Retreat. Soak hot tub or lie Loft Bed Listen Surf House
Romantic Retreat. Soak hot tub or lie Loft Bed Listen Surf
Romantic Retreat. Soak hot tub or lie Loft Bed Listen Surf House
Romantic Retreat. Soak hot tub or lie Loft Bed Listen Surf House
Romantic Retreat. Soak hot tub or lie Loft Bed Listen Surf

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.?

Yep, Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf. is a short 6-minute walk from 38th Avenue Beach Access. Fun beach activities include body boarding and sailing.

Does Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf..

Is there a private hot tub at Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.?

No, Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was secluded and charming. A wonderful spot for a respite. Hot tub is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable bungalow for 2 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great little place to get away. House was very clean. Everything you need for your stay. A short walk to the ocean and restaurant's.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dinesh L.

fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Quiet and lovely cottage

Perfect get away with the wife and dog. Great location close to the beach. Wonderful walking neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Had a great visit and loved the short walk to the beach! Super clean property and easy check-in. Thanks for opening your home, Sita and Tom
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Wonderful little spot!

We have stayed here twice now, and love it! It's a tiny, cozy little loft with everything we need for a great stay by the ocean: hot tub, outdoor shower, little kitchen, BBQ, and a great lofted bed that's right under some skylights with a tree right above. It is super peaceful, and so much fun to stay here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Santa Cruy

Great place, great memories and a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Cozy Romantic Retreat at Pleasure Point

Once again, we enjoyed this cozy little retreat in a great location for walking and viewing the many wonders of the most magnificent surfing area within a few blocks. The hot tub is a wonderful way to relax before climbing into a cozy loft for a great nights sleep...it's small but more than worth the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Loved it

Beautifully kept little home in an amazing location - we walked to the beach! We were very impressed by the thoughtful use of space and the amenities included.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Arden K.

A great retreat!

We stayed in this romantic hideaway for the week surrounding our wedding in Santa Cruz and it couldn't have been more perfect. It was peaceful, private, quiet and relaxing, everything we needed. The location was ideal, close to restaurants and beaches, New Leaf grocery store and much more. We look forward to reliving our magical week on a return visit.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa A.

Super cozy and sweet spot!

We loved this place! It is tiny, comfortable, clean and charming. We loved the privacy, amazing hot tub, comfy loft with beautiful skylights, close walk to beach (with dolphins!) and close walk to lots of fun places to eat. Seriously a special, special place! We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alex m.

Great little cottage. Excellent location. Intimate hot tub!

We had a great time at Sita’s little cottage near Pleasure Point. Very close to beaches and beautiful California coastal scenery. Even though it’s in a suburban neighborhood it’s very quiet and feels really secluded. The whole place has a lovely Santa Cruz vibe. We felt refreshed and renewed after spending a weekend here. Hosts were very friendly and helpful too. Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Benn E.

cute little hideaway

My wife and I stayed here for New Years and a few days after. The space is super cute and cozy, we loved the loft bed and the hot tub under the stars, and the kitchen was very well set up and stocked. Location is great, we love Pleasure Point, easy walk to coffee at Verve and a bunch of cute restaurants. And our mini Australian shepherd highly recommends it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

A Romantic Retreat Indeed

A great getaway place in Santa Cruz/Capitola, perfect for celebrating our 25th Anniversary. Just 2 blocks from the ocean and Pleasure Point! We loved the privacy, the quiet, and the hot tub! Downtown Capitola is about 1.5 miles away so it's walk-able. We loved everything about this cottage! Thank you Sita and Tom! Ryan and Jill
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Harriette U.

Beach Cottage

What a cute spot!! Not too much space for relaxing..no couch, but beach access is great and walkability excellent. Hot tub was great. I wasn't a bit fan of the loft bed, but I can see it's allure for many. The space is outfitted nicely for renters. Coffee is supplied as well as some other essentials.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Wonderful holiday retreat...

We enjoyed a 3 night stay in this cozy and wonderfully appointed little cottage near Pleasure Point in Santa Cruz over Thanksgiving weekend. Yes, it’s small but it’s spirit is large and we so enjoyed sleeping in the loft, watching the amazing surfing just a block away, soaking in the cedar hot tub, watching a movie, reading in the hammock and enjoying breakfasts made in a well appointed kitchen..we loved every inch of it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair C.

Great little get away spot

As promised, this cottage is a wonderful spot for romantic couples to relax and enjoy Santa Cruz. It's location at Pleasure Point, a spot much loved by the locals, is quiet enough to unwind while still having all the great restaurants and surf life. The owners were very friendly and responsive to anything we needed but also left us much privacy. The loft bedroom was cozy and had skylight which open to let the ocean breeze through at night. We loved the wooden hot tub which sat under the shade of a pepper tree. We stayed there 3 nights and felt completely recharged after.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

So much fun, such a great weekend!

This house is super cozy, with lots of beautiful light shining in through the skylights, fresh air blowing through the glass doors, a handy little patio and outdoor shower for pre and post surf, and an amazing cozy little cedar hot tub sat right under a nice tree. We spent the weekend down there -- a spontaneous trip -- and were able to walk to the surf, to coffee, to dinner and breakfasts. And spent hours just hanging in the hot tub and enjoying the quiet and relaxed spot where this little house is. We would definitely like to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great Getaway

Great little studio! We used the hot tub nightly, and never moved our car, except for a day trip to Moss Landing to kayak and go whale watching. We walked to restaurants on 41st Avenue, and walked to Capitola one of the days. We also spoiled ourselves and our dog with several walks a day to watch surfers and the gorgeous views of the bay. We actually got to know several local dogs and their humans, who we saw again and again. Perfect for us. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy. The place is a small guest house (behind the main house) accessible via the alley. Small cov'd carport leads to a private courtyard with a rustic outdoor shower and tranquil water feature. Inside your greeted with warm decor and size appropriate furnishings. The bed is in the upstairs loft, very comfy but if you're tall it takes some careful maneuvering. The small patio out back has tub-shaped jacuzzi for 2 and it was wonderful. The kitchen is well appointed for the tiny space but a bit on the dark side. Some under counter lighting would go a long way. Also a microwave vs a toaster oven is a personal preference. Oven and stove worked great. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

A wonderful, romantic home away from home.

This tiny, romantic little hideaway was just perfect for my wife and I to enjoy our honeymoon stay. Sita was very helpful ahead of our check-in and even offered us a discount when there appeared to be an issue with the hot tub. Fortunately everything was in tip top shape when we arrived and the hot tub was just as wonderful as advertised. In addition to this little apartment being just adorable and intimate and everything we had hoped for, the location was BRILLIANT. Sitting just a couple of blocks from the beach and a few blocks from local shopping and restaurants, we never found ourselves lacking in finding a place to go. If you go, definitely look up the restaurant "Margaritaville" (it's NOT the cheesy chain restaurant, it's delicious margaritas and Mexican food) The food was great, but more importantly, the location where it sits is a MUST visit. Awesome boutique shopping and tons of other restaurants sitting just on the water. We didn't discover it until our last day and wished we had sooner. Overall we loved the location and Sita was wonderful as well. We'll definitely think of this little getaway next time we travel to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna S.

Romantic Retreat!

My husband and I stayed here after several particularly stressful weeks. The space was a magical retreat to restore and nourish our selves. When we ate lunch on the front patio, next to the water feature, the scent of jasmine filled the air and hummingbirds dipped over our heads. The gardens are lovingly tended and I felt like I was in a fairy cottage. The loft bedroom hosts a queen-sized bed and there are is an easy short staircase for access (not a hard to maneuver ladder.) The house is compact but well thought out and there is plenty of space for two. The back patio had my favorite feature - a redwood hot tub for two that we went in every day. My husband and I would welcome the morning fog or look at the night sky in complete privacy. Fresh flowers in little vases greeted our arrival and we felt like welcome friends. This was truly a sanctuary for us. (Also want to add that the neighborhood was very quiet and peaceful and it's a very short walk to the beach and an easy walk to cafes.)
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa C.

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

Hospitable Hosts

Stayed here for 2 weeks with husband and our little poodle/schnauzer mix fur baby. Very pleased with the cleanliness of the space, cookware, and bedding. The location was amazing- the beach and many restaurants and shops are within walking distance. Tom and Sita were readily available and left us some beautiful flowers and thoughtful gifts throughout. We were here for a conference and really only slept here. The Japanese style hot tub was amazing to have and was also well-maintained. The only suggestions for improvement would be to have screens on the windows, as we stayed in August and it was very warm with no A/C and hard to keep the windows open due to bugs coming in. The mattress was very comfortable and we slept like a baby. Keep in mind though that the bed is in a tiny house style loft, so if you are tall or have mobility issues, it may be difficult to maneuver. It is also in the back of the owners’ house, so it’s not completely private, as you have to go to their yard to do laundry and empty trash, but they are very friendly and the space itself has enough privacy to feel comfortable. Love how pet friendly it is- our little guy liked his little cubby area for his bed. For our type of stay, it suited our needs and had a calm energy.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey D.

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

Great spot in pleasure point

We had a great time staying at this property in pleasure point. The location is fantastic and hot tub was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021