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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
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Explore the area
Aptos, CA
- Seascape Golf Club4 min drive
- Seacliff State Beach13 min drive
- Rio Del Mar Beach13 min drive
- Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)13 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bidet · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
And now for something completely different
This guesthouse was originally part of the turn-of-the-century Spreckels Aptos resort. It morphed into a farm and chicken ranch during the depression, then into a bohemian art colony in the seventies, and now, full circle, into a unique vacation destination.
With a 1600 ft.² house, 400 ft.² veranda, picnic benches by the barbecue and firepit, and hiking trails around the property, there's plenty of room to breathe.
The beach, the forest, and Aptos town are five minutes away.
With a 1600 ft.² house, 400 ft.² veranda, picnic benches by the barbecue and firepit, and hiking trails around the property, there's plenty of room to breathe.
The beach, the forest, and Aptos town are five minutes away.
Property manager
Doug Oreck
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
House not kidproofed, parental discretion advised
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Not appropriate for multiple or ongoing parties.
Pets
No pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Not appropriate for multiple or ongoing parties.
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
About the area
Aptos
Located in Aptos, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Aptos, CA
What's nearby
- Seascape Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
- Seacliff State Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
- Rio Del Mar Beach - 13 min drive - 6.4 km
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
- Capitola Beach - 18 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- Nicholson Vineyards Winery - 7 min drive
- The Hideout - 4 min drive
- Peet's Coffee and Tea - 6 min drive
- Erik's DeliCafe - 5 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Doug Oreck
I'm a musician with eclectic tastes and a recording studio on the property. There's also a venue for outdoor music. So do bring your bagpipes.
Languages:
English
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