Garden Guesthouse near UC Davis

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Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3139 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Davis, CA

University of California, Davis7 min drive
UC Davis Arboretum10 min drive
UC Davis California Raptor Center13 min drive
Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Newly built small, fully furnished cottage (one bedroom plus full kitchen, living room, large bathroom) on a 1.75 acres. Ideal for a couple or a couple with a young child. No extra charge for child. Guests have access to garden/farm/fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables and 25 yd lap pool. Pool is solar heated (warm April through September) and is covered when not in use. No charge for children under 5.

The house is located on the bike path; 5 miles to UC Davis; 15 miles to the Beryessa National Monument.

We are now available for weddings and other events. Pls inquire for prices.

Check out the butterfly video! https://hummerhavenunltd.com/blog/2022/7/be-on-the-lookout-7-26-21

Property manager

Pamela Ronald

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children under 5 are no charge

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

We have 1 dog, 1 cat and chickens on property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Shoes off in house, please Please cover pool when not in use (solar heated). Unsupervised children not allowed. No breakable glass in the pool area

Pls do not leave food out because it attracts ants. Pls clean coffee maker when done; keep parts next to maker Pls leave remotes on cabinet above TV

It’s best not to pet cat. He is friendly but if over petted he may bite

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Davis

Located in Davis, this cottage is in a rural area. Gable Mansion and Historic Woodland Train Depot are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit University Mall and Davis Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider U.C. Davis Campus Recreation Pool and United States Bicycling Hall of Fame. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Davis, CA

What's nearby

University of California, Davis - 7 min drive
University Mall - 8 min drive
UC Davis Arboretum - 10 min drive
U.C. Davis Conference Center - 11 min drive
UC Davis California Raptor Center - 13 min drive

Getting around

Davis Station - 12 min drive
Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Peet’s Coffee & Tea - ‬10 min drive
‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬11 min drive
‪Super Owl Brewing - ‬7 min drive
‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Garden Guesthouse near UC Davis have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Garden Guesthouse near UC Davis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden Guesthouse near UC Davis?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Guesthouse near UC Davis?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden Guesthouse near UC Davis located?

This family-friendly Davis cottage is located in a rural location, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from University of California, Davis, and within 6 mi (10 km) of U.C. Davis Campus Recreation Pool and United States Bicycling Hall of Fame. UC Davis Arboretum and The Carolee Shields White Flower Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

10 June 2024

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

A little gem to call home!

This was our second time staying here and we will definitely be back again. The house just oozes charm and character. Sitting in the garden on a morning, watching the hummingbirds feeding was a real treat. Then as we were packing to leave this morning, a grey fox came tripping past the window. My husband and I adore staying here, you can turn the world off, enjoy nature and a good book.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri H.

21 May 2024

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Totally beautiful!

The unit itself is very well maintained, clean & pretty! Look at the photos! Between the art work, yard sculptures & the amazing scrubs and plants -it was all great & we will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorsey d.

13 May 2024

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An Oasis

It was off the charts fabulous. The nicest vrbo we have stayed in. Lovely spaces inside to be and to relax--and an outstanding outdoor space with am amazing garden full of a variety of plants, flowers, trees to look at and walk through, and Gracious hosts. Truly a wonderfull stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

19 Dec 2023

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What a TREAT! We will be going back.

We stayed 8 nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It's an absolutely beautiful home with all the amenities we needed - plus several nice surprises. The gardens in back, while in their winter dormancy, were still lovely and we walked through the property almost daily, picking lemons and persimmons from the winter-bearing fruit trees. The kitchen provided all the tools needed for a nice dinner at home. It is a private getaway, nice and quiet, and we will be going back next summer. THANK YOU !!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

23 Sept 2023

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Perfect! Perfect! Perfect!

We had another fabulous stay at the Garden Cottage. Our grandkids came up from the Bay Area two different days to swim in the pool. It was a wonderful time for the whole family. We have gotten to know Pam and her family over the many times we have stayed at the cottage. She and her husband are great hosts who have been very responsive to our needs. We can't imagine finding a better place to stay.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

8 July 2023

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Absolutely Wonderful!

We've stayed at this property at least a half dozen times. We love being in this peaceful and nurturing setting with one of the best pools we've had the pleasure of using. We are able to swim and deeply relax. What could be better. The owners who live on the property are often away or otherwise non-intrusive, but always available if help is needed. We are already planning another trip in late August.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S., VAIL

19 June 2023

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Garden Getaway

Great place to stay while in the Davis area. House is quiet and private. It’s lovely to look out all windows and have garden views. Will stay here again when in the area. Pam was very accommodating and attentive to our requests.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

25 Apr 2023

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A quality place

A lovely place which lives even a bit nicer than advertised due to the appealing artistic interior design touches. There is amazing formal garden in need of weeding that is surrounded by agricultural land. An oasis of sorts complete with 25 yard lap pool. A very comfortable place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

David S.

3 Apr 2023

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Nice home and quiet neighborhood

We enjoyed the home. The rooms were large and nicely furnished. There were lots of good books and games. It was too cold to enjoy the lovely garden and pool. I have to say, we were disappointed not to find more than one dish towel, no tissues, napkins, or paper towels. Some of kitchen cupboards were disorganized and filled with crumbs. It would have been helpful to have directions on what to do after a power outage. This could easily be a five star with these improvements.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret p.

4 Mar 2023

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Great stay

Perfect!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margy T.

26 Nov 2022

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Lovely Thanksgiving stay

Beautiful indoor and garden spaces to enjoy at the guesthouse. Pam and Raoul were both very helpful and responsive. This was our third stay and we'll certainly be back again!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Nov 2022

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

Davis Cottage

We love staying at Pamela’s cottage. It’s a restful oasis to return to after visiting family in town. We always look forward to our visits.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

29 Sept 2022

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Another Fantastic Stay

We've stayed in the garden cottage maybe a half dozen times. It has continued to be a wonderful sanctuary for us. The pool is amazing and the gardens in their different seasons always delight. The owners are available and helpful when something goes awry, but never intrusive. We hope to come back again!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammra A.

14 Aug 2022

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Beautiful & Relaxing

This property was amazing!! The gardens were out of this world and the owners invited us to pick and eat whatever we wanted. It was truly a treat to eat fresh fruit every day and enjoy the beauty of the gardens.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil R.

5 July 2022

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Davis house/gardens

We loved our stay. My wife, daughter and I spent time wandering the beautiful gardens, seeing bunnies, butterflies, and lovely art/flowers. The place was spacious, the pool was beautiful. We look forward to coming back again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Henry A.

3 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What Jorge said in May 2021

A gorgeous spot with a fabulous pool and garden including perfect ripe fruit. 10 minutes’ drive to everything. ARC at UCD does $25 weekly pass to their huge gym. Very responsive hosts when we asked for a little clearing up outdoors, and much-appreciated privacy too. As well as the cobwebs, the thing we found improvable was the quantity of stuff stored in the guest house taking space that could be clear instead. We think a really good clear-out would improve the walk-in closet and the kitchen in particular.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay G., York

23 June 2022

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Wonderfully tranquil place to stay

From the first step into this home you feel the tranquility of its decor and location. This home is beautifully designed and maintained, the garden is stunning and the pool, a huge bonus on hot California days. Raoul and Pam are wonderful hosts and invited us to use the abundance of fruit in the garden … we happily obliged. I cannot find one thing I would change, for me it was absolute perfection. We will definitely look to stay again and couldn’t recommend this home more highly.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susie T.

15 June 2022

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Wonderful place!

We found this place to be a beautiful serene hide away from the 100+ degree heat and commotion of graduation weekend. We found the architectural design choices here make for a very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere that invites you in and welcomes you to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

12 June 2022

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Really Perfect

My only reluctance in giving this property a perfect rating comes from being concerned it will not be available next time I come to Davis! It is a 10-minute drive outside of town, all through the farming community, not on highways. The property is amazing - very high end, stand alone cottage with everything needed including gourmet kitchen and washer/dryer. The bathroom is huge and looks like something out of an architectural magazine, with amazing, artisan tile work. Per night it costs about the same as a local hotel, and the comfort level is so much more. I wish I had more days to just hang around the garden. Best suited for a single or couple. The king sized bed is super comfy. There is also a pull out in the living room, which worked fine for us, but not luxury. Great for a kid.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

jennifer F.

12 Apr 2022

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More than a guesthouse!

When we first walked in the door I was sure we had mistakenly entered the main home. The home and garden is just beautiful. There is fascinating artwork, shelves full of books and every comfort a guest could ask for. This is a very special property.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

margaret p.

1 Jan 2022

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Christmas 2021

Wonderful!

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Dec 2021

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Davis Retreat

We had another lovely stay at the cottage over Thanksgiving week while visiting family. It was a calm and restful place to return to after family events. We worked on a puzzle on the small table, picked satsumas in the garden, visited with Pamela and her cat, went for walks on the bike path across the road, and had cousins over for outdoor visits in the garden. We’ll definitely be back!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

8 Nov 2021

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Garden Oasis

This was our second stay and we came back for two reasons: the pool is amazing and we find the cottage and grounds promote great relaxation. The hosts are wonderful and helpful, but not at all intrusive. A great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

17 Oct 2021

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Tranquility

We couldn’t have had a better stay. From picking fresh pomegranate from their fruit trees to put on our salad, to enjoying the owners’ lap pool. The Guesthouse itself was beautiful and stocked with everything you need to feel at home from a fully stocked kitchen to books and games.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cigdem G., San Francisco, CA

11 Oct 2021

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Garden getaway

Lovely garden and beautiful cottage. Lap pool is nice on a warm day, and bike paths right out the front door. Very relaxing!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Pamela Ronald

We are an organic farmer and plant biologist who have lived in davis for more than 25 years.

Why they chose this property

House is on 1.75 acres with a 25 yd lap pool and a large garden. The house is newly built and has air conditioning and wifi access. Fresh seasonal fruit, vegetable and herbs are available to guests. On bike path- easy 15-20 minute ride to UC Davis. 20 minutes from Beryessa-Snow mountain National monument. Playground across the street (when school is not in session). Events available upon arrangement. Up to 100 people can be accommodated. Please contact host for pricing.

What makes this property unique

The garden guesthouse is brand new with large kitchen, living area with pull out sofa bed, bedroom with King size bed, and kitchen. Large windows and french doors open onto garden and pool area. House has air conditioning and heating. Bathroom is large. We have an Inflatable Duck Tub for your baby if needed. It can be blown up and placed in the shower for 6-24 months old children.

Guest access

Garden
Pool (upon request; solar heated april through september)
Fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs

Interaction with guests

We are available to offer help throughout your stay. Please call or text us as needed. (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) (pam) or (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) (Raoul)

Events available upon arrangement. UP to 100 people can be accommodated. Please contact host for pricing.