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Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a black armchair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a large abstract painting.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and a dark wooden floor.
A wooden deck with a dining table and chairs, a glass door leading to an interior space with a dining area, and a view of trees.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A compact living space with a dining area, a kitchenette, and a bedroom.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, CA
  • Place, Branciforte Dog Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, DeLaveaga Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Outdoor shower

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms

About this property

Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature

Escape to this wonderful bright house in picturesque Santa Cruz, where beautiful sunsets create the perfect backdrop for a relaxing stay. Guests enjoy two cozy bedrooms featuring a king bed and a queen bed, perfect for restful nights. The two bathrooms offer both a shower ( double shower head, his and hers) and a japanese soaktub, in addition to a beautiful outdoor shower, providing flexibility and comfort. A spacious living room includes a sofa bed, ideal for extra guests or relaxing evenings. Bright and inviting, this home creates a tremendous atmosphere for your stay. It’s easy to see why you’ll be able to unwind at our place.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5492196vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Cruz

Eastside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz, is home to this holiday home. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting.
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Santa Cruz, CA

What's nearby

  • Branciforte Dog Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • DeLaveaga Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pacheco Dog Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ocean Street - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Scandinavian Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los Pericos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sante Adairius Rustic Ales - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature?

As of 19 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature on 6 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,296, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Scandinavian Japanese Inspired Modern Sunny Private Home Nestled in Nature located?

Located in Eastside Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Branciforte Dog Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Pacheco Dog Park and Ocean Street are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

Very good..would use again....basic clean living

Very clean ...good location Great for a short vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Close to everything we needed.

My family really enjoyed your house. Great place for a weekend in Santa Cruz. Would definitely come again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful & Convenient Retreat

The house was located in perfect access to hiking trails, downtown and the ocean. My family had a wonderful time. It is beautifully decorated and comfortable in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great location for us

We enjoyed the proximity to the big park across the street to walk our dog and the setting of the house was very pleasant. The house had everything we needed and was totally consistent with the description.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

beautiful spot, close to beach and hiking

Very comfortable and peaceful place. Enjoyed spending time with friends cooking together and exploring Santa Cruz. Definitely planning on returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Delightful Santa Cruz spot

The house is a lovely, airy and light-filled place, perched on the side of a hill. The deck is perfect for morning coffee or evening wine. It's a quick drive into town. We'd stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Peaceful

My kids loved the loft bed and I enjoyed treetop views from the master bedroom. So grateful for a peaceful place for my family and dog.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great country house!

This was an amazing trip. We were right in Santa Cruz, but right in the mountains! Amazing hike across the street! We really loved our time up there! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Great Place!

Wonderful place! Just what we needed for a quick getaway. Feels like you are miles away from everything, yet all the necessities are just a short car trip away. Outdoor space was by far the best feature of this house. We would return. :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Coziest Weekend Away!

Our stay in this house was absolutely wonderful and the place is definitely a must see. It was clean, beautifully decorated and very cozy. The bed is incredibly comfortable, but what really sold us was the double head shower and the soaking tub. The location is great, close to town and great food, however, one would definitely want a car. There's a great dog park/hiking trail across the way which our puppy enjoyed very much. Overall, I definitely would come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a romantic getaway in Santa Cruz.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great location, private, cozy, smart user-friendly lay out, clean, great features.

This was a perfect place! The set up was perfect for us - two families each with one kid. Great beds, linens, bathrooms, deck, bbq, privacy and location. Was clean and owner was extremely conscientious and friendly. Even went out of her way to return rings we accidentally left! I would return if I even found myself in S Cruz again. Highly recommend!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean and great location

Our family of 6 stayed here for Memorial Day Weekend for our son's soccer tournament. Great location and very clean. On the smaller side for 6 people, better for 4, but we didn't spend much time inside the house.... mostly outside enjoying the view and quiet nature. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to enjoy our meals together. (The only downside was the lack of dishwasher.) Thank you for a wonderful visit!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location in Santa Cruz

Perfect spot to be close to everything but out of the craziness of the beach area. Very modern house that is perfect for 2 people, can work with 4 people but probably tricky with 6 people. Not great if you have little kids but works with teens. Also, works great with dogs because of the large enclosed backyard. Very clean and well stocked. We would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Great house, but missing a few items

This is a great little house. Very comfortable beds, but we found that the kitchen was missing a few items, especially a dishwasher and blender. Also, it gets very hot in the afternoon, because the sun shines directly in and the roof retains all the heat. For the price, these items need to be corrected. But great owners, and the house is close to everything but also removed from the city to make it a very tranquil vacation spot.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay! The house IS indeed a lovely place to stay as you said when you left, and everyone always says it's a unique and tranquil place. I'm sorry you happened to visit during the hottest recorded month in the history of Santa Cruz (and California!). The entire state was hot, and If I could control the weather, I would have turned the dial down a few degrees for you... And as I stated at the beginning of your stay~ I'm always just a phone call away, so was a blender:) ***Thank you SO much for staying with us in Santa Cruz***
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Enchanting House

My family and I had an amazing stay at this property. The pictures on the property profile are spot on. The home was extremely clean and was stocked who plenty of bedding and towels. We love to cook and thoroughly enjoyed the spacious kitchen. The family room is small but the windows, patio, and natural lighting make it spacious. This was our first vacation rental so I was a little skeptical but after this trip we are definitely planning on returning next year for a longer stay. The location is prime, it is truly close to the boardwalk, the ocean, the mystery spot, and other attractions. There are an abundance of quaint and healthy grocery stores . The city is extremely Eco-friendly so bring/purchase bags for groceries and other store bought items and I highly recommend bringing your bikes if you are able to!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words- you guys were AMAZING guests as well!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Best of Both Worlds! Serene Country Cottage Only Five Minutes from the Best of Santa Cruz!!

I am writing this review after our third stay at this wonderful home! Not only is the house modern, clean and accommodating, but it 's location is super convenient. You can be on the 1, 17 or the beach truly within 5 minutes!! My family, (2 adults, 2 kids (10 & 8)) and 2 pups find absolute serenity once we arrive at this wonderful getaway. The owner, Pat, has done such an amazing job with the use of space in the house. We love, as a family, to have our meals together upstairs, looking out onto peacefulness of the forest, but then the kids disperse to the downstairs, where they can hang out in the lounge/TV area or the bedroom with a cool loft. The kitchen is perfectly stocked and well provided. We love cooking with the Wedgewood!! The trails at Delaveaga Park, which are directly across the street, are great for the dogs and for seeing Banana Slugs!! Plus, You are only 2 miles from the adventure of the Mystery Spot!! All in all, this house is an absolute gem!! The combination of gorgeous house and amazing owner makes this a place we will return to again and again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

6/10 Okay

A good place to stay if ......

All in all our stay was pleasant at the house. There were 4 adults and a 14 month old child. Of course whenever you bring a child to a new environment there are things to resolve. My reservations about the house were not regarding this issue. The first floor is made of a large kitchen and eating are plus a bedroom with bath. The natural light a views as well as the kitchen were great. The bed was large and comfortable. The bath was clean and adequate. Outside there was plenty of places to sit on the west side porch that wraps the house. Our only criticism is the lower floor where there is a sitting area and bedroom. The sitting are was very small. It would be fine for 2 people but the 4 of us never found it to be a comfortable place to hang out. Most of the time we socialized on the top floor at the table. In the bedroom there was a closet but no drawers for the contents of a suitcase I'd recommend the house for one couple or possibly a couple with children. However I don't think it works well with 4 adults
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
I'm so glad you enjoyed the house and your stay in Santa Cruz! The upstairs of the home is indeed a lovely area to hang out, and I know that couples who have stayed downstairs have also enjoyed the separation of space that they get from that bedroom,private bath with the double shower, access to the yard and the sitting den. I can see that with a toddler that the stairs may have been a challenge though:) I'm sorry you didn't see that the upstairs king bed frame has 6 empty drawers on the bottom where people usually store their folded clothes. I will put a note in the closest for future guests pointing that out-thank you for the feedback. Thank you for staying with us-you were great guests!!

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