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Tudor Rose Manor-Family Reunion Home. [#20146] | View Property

Aptos
6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms
$672 - $940 per night (USD)
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• Wonderful

  Wonderful

  • Guest Rene
  • Date of stay 12/27/12
  • Review Submitted 01/09/13
  The house was a little more worn looking than the pictures portrayed. On the other hand it accommodated our large family very well. We had a wonderful time. The beach was close enough to meet our needs, due to the time of year we did not use the backyard. The bicycles came into use.. We loved the cozy kitchen.We would recommend this home to others and have already.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

  Owner response: The Tudor has just been remodeled and updated, so I am sure that all guests will be comfortable. Thanks

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• Thank you for sharing your lovely house!

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  Thank you for sharing your lovely house!

  • Guest Natalie and family
  • Date of stay 08/16/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  Thank you for sharing your lovely house with us for our family reunion. It was great having the beach so close! The weather was great and my fold out bed was super comfortable. The hot tub was very nice. The dolphins and seals and sand crabs were great and we took tons of seaweed home to fertilize our garden. We found some nice beach glass. The humming birds were also nice. Thanks!

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• The Tudor Rose Manor has so much character!

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  The Tudor Rose Manor has so much character!

  • Guest The family
  • Date of stay 08/04/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  We are enjoying our vacation here. The house has so much character and the location is perfect! Had a lovely day at the beach today. Looking forward to the Mystery Spot tomorrow. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.

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• We had so much Fun!!

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  We had so much Fun!!

  • Guest Julie, Jen, DAvid, Mike, Angeline, Ken & Priscilla
  • Date of stay 07/21/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  We had so much fun! It was great seeing all of my family from far away.. Can't wait to see them again. Wouldn't mind doing it again. Had a great time here at the house. Very beautiful! The house was the perfect size for us. The grands loved the beach!

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• Will cherish these memories

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  Will cherish these memories

  • Guest Fish
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  I just came to have a boys weekend without the wives and hang with my buddies in the jacuzzi, play guitar and stuff. This house is very accomodating. I can have one buddy in one room, another in an entirely different wing of the house and bounce between them. Fun times. I will cherish these memories forever.

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• Wonderful place for time with my family!

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  Wonderful place for time with my family!

  • Guest Antonia
  • Date of stay 06/30/12
  • Review Submitted 08/22/12
  What a wonderful place to spend time with my family and we got to go to the boardwalk, the beach and on bike rides! I was accompanied by grandparents, aunts, lot's of family. I hope we can come back next year! We had a Blast!

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• Coincidence

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  Coincidence

  • Guest Amy and Luke
  • Date of stay 06/01/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  Love and flowers and a wonderful vacation home!

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• Great Memorial Weekend!

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  Great Memorial Weekend!

  • Guest Tony, Andie, Jacob, Zach, Ryan, Mindy, and Debbie
  • Date of stay 05/25/12
  • Review Submitted 08/22/12
  We had a wonderful Memorial Weekend! Lot's of fun on the beach, grilling, hot-tubbing, etc. Thanks for the memories! Whoooo so awesome! Had a great time! Nice Place!! Had a fantastic time, the warm sunny beaches, were great and preferable to the cold rainy climate of upstate New York. Learned to slalom board, which can now cross of my bucket list, I can't wait to come back here someday in the future. Thanks for offering this gorgeous home to us! Had a great time meeting all the Stevens - Nice to be so conveniently located to the beach, yet secluded back here. Thanks for the awesome trip! What an amazing 5 days! It was great to come to this beautiful place and spend time with my family. Thanks so much for sharing with us - memories (and a sunburn!) to last a lifetime! Thanks for the great memories! We came from Idaho to be with our family for the first time in 5 years! It was fabulous! We loved the beach, sun, hot tub, and all the great things to play with...

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• This was a GREAT family reunion Home!

  This was a GREAT family reunion Home!

  • Guest Happy Traveler
  • Date of stay 02/17/12
  • Review Submitted 02/29/12
  We were a bit concerned, as we had read a review that was less than flattering about this home. When we talked to the Owner, she reminded me of their guarantee which states that any time within 3-hours at the home, if there is ANYTHING that any guest is concerned about, that can be fixed, it will be done, if humanly possible. If not, an alternative home will be provided at the same cost. She told me of a funny story where a guest came into a home and started sneezing. It turned out that he was allergic to the wall-to-wall carpet and since that could not be fixed, they found another home for the group and within an hour all were happy in another great home. Fortunately no one in our group had any allergic reactions and we found the Tudor home to be clean, comfortable and surprisingly well stocked with supplies. The fresh flowers were a nice touch too. Eight of us went bike riding, and all the bikes were useable with comfortable padded seats. We ladies had a great reunion and shared a lot of wonderful times at the beach and the backyard hot tub. We will be back next year as there are so many things to do that we learned about from the property manager, there was not enough time in a 3-day weekend to fit them all it. Thanks again for making this large home available for all of us.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you Sara for posting this review. I am so pleased that you have had a great stay at the Tudor Rose Manor, and appreciate your taking the time to let our other potential guests here your side of the story. We have had so many wonderful guests who have been so complimentary about the Tudor, it's sad to have one bad apple spoil the barrel.

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• barely a step up from camping.

  barely a step up from camping.

  • Guest Bhaktigirl
  • Date of stay 07/17/11
  • Review Submitted 09/08/11
  To celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary my Dad arranged for the family to stay here for 10 nights. We total 20 when we are all present, so we thought there would be extra room. Instead, the house looked as though it was rarely cleaned, the carriage house stank of dead rats in the walls, there was no way all of us could eat in the same room-we barely fit in the living room as a family! The furniture was broken (the futons the kids were supposed to sleep on), the circuit for the kitchen blew, we were left with less than half a tank of propane for the grill, and the plumber had to be called several times. When the property manager was told about the stench in the carriage house, she didn't do a thing. Instead she gave us an air freshener insert refill for something that didn't exist. That lovely stench...decaying rats! Clearly, the pics on the site were from prior to the first rental. None of the amenities were remotely as advertised. 7K sq.ft must include the backyard, clearly this is not the actual space in the house-even if including the carriage house. The bicycles had flat tires and only one had a seat. Linens were someones ancient cast offs.The kitchen was barely large enough for one person to cook in, and really, a small fridge upstairs and another in the kitchen for 22 people???? clearly not, thank goodness we bought utensils, plates, bowls and cups, and didn't bring our food with us until we knew the major space limitations. If the beds were made with fresh linens and the house was cleaned, I wonder how Dad was bitten while he slept by a poisonous insect that resulted in him contracting a bacteria that had to be reported to the State Department! The hammock?? Oh, that's in a tangled mess on the storage shed that has seen better days. The backyard is clearly unfinished, bricks strewn and stacked, it's ungraded, so anyone with "mobility issues" will have serious difficulty, likewise if you have more than four people, since all the other beds are upstairs! We have stayed at the ocean in many places, this is by far the least comfortable and least accommodating. I would never, ever recommend this place to anyone.

  Owner response: This set of guests have lied and tried to blackmail us into giving them a refund. And except for the unfortunate instance of a rodent choosing to die in the walls, and which there was nothing that could be done about it, everything else is absurd and not true. There were several Fabreze spray bottles in the home, which they chose not to use to help the with unfortunate odor. The Carriage House has also been recently remodeled and is now connected to the main home. I hope everyone will take a moment to read all the wonderful reviews of families who loved our home in the other reviews and all the amenities that they enjoyed. The Owners of the Tudor Rose Manor.

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• Fun for Everyone Reunon

  Fun for Everyone Reunon

  • Guest Class of 1967-68
  • Date of stay 09/09/10
  • Review Submitted 12/05/10
  Our groups of graduates from Narimisu High School 1967-68 have had many wonderful reunions all over the US, and this one at the Tudor Rose Manor was definitely one of the BEST! This wonderful home provided a large backyard with several different areas for various group reminiscing, plus cozy inside nooks and patios for private heart-to-heart talks with long time friends. There was so much to see and do. We all attended the Capitola Art Fair and marveled at the unique and varied handmade items - and carried some of them home. We also enjoyed a group sail on the "Chardonnay" passed the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, and the Wharf with the groups of sea lions entertaining us tourists. We had two catered meal where a wonderful local chef name Jewlia created a fabulous BBQ and the next day a stunning brunch! We also had fun creating our own meals combining many different & favorite recipes. One of the best featured hand-caught, carved and cooked Abalone - a first time delight for many of us. The impromptu croquet game created a lot of hilarity too. Three days was just too short for all the fun that was to be had, and I can’t wait for another stay soon! Thanks again for all the organizers - you are the Best!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

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• Family Reunion at Tudor Rose Manor

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  Family Reunion at Tudor Rose Manor

  • Guest Dale
  • Date of stay 06/04/10
  • Review Submitted 10/02/11
  We had a large family group. Had non stop fun and thoroughly enjoyed being in this large family vacation home! We had many activities all over the Central Coast and this home was the perfect place to be based at. Things we did: a day at the Monterey Bay Aquarium & Dennis the Menace Golden Gate Bridge. rode cable car. a day at the history museum. Kids especially loved visiting the tidal pools. A day at Bi Basin Redwoods followed by Natural Bridges State Beadfh - great place for Kids! On Sunday, we went to Church. Then, went for Nicene Parks to walk through the redwood forest. A day at Santa Cruz beach and boardwalk. We flew kites on the beach. Ate a ton! played games until late every evening. We flew in and out of Oakland, and visited the beautiful Mormon temple grounds. Our family is scattered across the country. And we cherish our times together, as family is the most important thing to us. The Coles Clan.

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• Tudor Rose Manor near the beach - go Brazil!

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  Tudor Rose Manor near the beach - go Brazil!

  • Guest Ritz
  • Date of stay 01/24/10
  • Review Submitted 10/02/11
  Every year we have a Ritzman Reunion. And it turns out here was a great place to have it. We fit the max 22 people. Everyone was here for about 3 days all together, but otherwise it was rather scrambled. Things we did: played foosball and knocked off 3 heads went to the beach ate too much food gave the family disabled person to participitation award to Mariah for participation with a broken arm chatted in hot tub played fisbee on the front lawn, and had beach and had FUN! Things we recommend: The Beach Bean, Going to the beach playing foozball, use a golfball This vacation home was perfect!

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  • Guest Irina Zherebnenkov
  • Date of stay 02/15/09
  • Review Submitted 02/14/09
  There were 21 of us plus 9 locals who stayed in this perfect warm comfortable home. We walked to the beach with the group and sat at the bonfire. We found out 5 things we learned about each other and at least 3 things we all have in common. We ate, laughed, sang, drank some tea, and played in the hot tub as well as bicycled and had fun! Were a group of young Russian, Canadian and American ladies who have come to learn abut each other and our selves. We had a wonderful time at a beautiful home. Can’t wait to come back next year! Thank you from all of us

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  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 12/01/08
  • Review Submitted 12/22/08
  This place was even better the second time! Lots of improvements like new hardwood floors, larger patio area with many picnic tables, foosball table, HiDef TV in the upstairs Great Room and another new king size bed! We all loved getting together again with Dad and Mom and all the cousins and Aunts & Uncles! The beach has been improved too with a new bathroom! We've already reserved for next year as this place is really special. Thanks The Cantrells, Harrisons & Newletts

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• 50th wedding anniversary at Tudor Rose Manor

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  50th wedding anniversary at Tudor Rose Manor

  • Guest Carter
  • Date of stay 09/28/08
  • Review Submitted 10/02/11
  Families from San Francisco, Costa Mesa, Genview, Santa Rosa, and Kansas City Fun things we did: 50th wedding anniversary for mom and dad Maxwell - Dad BBQ'd, we had a bonfire on the beach, walked for miles down to New Brighton Sate Park Beach. Had great Pizza from the Pizza place at Center and State Park Drive. Took the bikes up to Aptos village and did a small part of Niseen Marks Park. ot some sushi to go. Had a wonderful time getting to know all the cousins, can we celebrate Mom & Dad's 51st at the Tudor Rose Manor too?

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  • Guest The Laubs Family
  • Date of stay 01/21/08
  • Review Submitted 01/20/08
  We came from all over for a memorial service celebrating the life of our dear grandfather. He passed away in September and we all came together to celebrate and remember him. We came to this same house in 2005 to celebrate grandpa and grandma's 60th wedding anniversary. This home holds special memories for us and was the perfect place to honor our adored and much loved grandfather. We had 4 generations here and grandma was surrounded by all her children, grand kids and great grand kids. We had a wonderful time and thank you for allowing us together during this special time.

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  • Guest Kathy Giclas
  • Date of stay 09/01/07
  • Review Submitted 08/31/07
  Our mom (aka Nonnie, Granny, Mary) loves any reason to gather her far-flung family, and no one could say “no” to her 75th birthday celebration. So her 4 children, their 4 spouses and her 7 grandchildren came to Aptos for a week of fun. We had a great time at the beach, running and walking on the cliff drive, seeing the redwoods, the Mystery spot and the Monterey Aquarium. The Boardwalk in Santa Cruz was a blast and the garlic fires and clam chowder are a must. We also ate plenty of Marianne’s home made ice cream (72 flavors) and sampled legendary baked goods at Gayle’s Bakery in Capitola. Don’t miss the terrific produce at any farm stand or flea market you come upon. We ate 30 lbs of peaches plus loads of strawberries. So HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM! Thanks for all the good food, scrabble games and TLC “WE LOVE YOU”!

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  • Guest SarahW
  • Date of stay 11/01/05
  • Review Submitted 11/07/05
  The Dobey family really enjoyed this lovely place, especial the fire on the beach. The Mitchell family who came with the Dobeys, & Pintos for Thanksgiving had a fabulous time too. Wonderful location. Was great walking on the beach! Good times, good food & great friends! Liked the house too!

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  • Guest Darcy and Seth
  • Date of stay 11/01/05
  • Review Submitted 11/07/05
  A good time was had by all and the puppy! The kids went boogies boarding and skim boarding, we had great, gourmet meal, good beer, laughter, card games and we watched lots of your free movies. We even had karaoke singing dancing nights. And bet of all, everyone had a great place to sleep and shower! Thank you Tudor Rose for allowing us to share a piece of our childhood (Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!!) with our children. The Beertozzi Kids Clan, Joanne, Susan, Alan, Sharon and our mommy Audry and all the rest of the family

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  • Guest Cornerstone Church
  • Date of stay 11/01/05
  • Review Submitted 11/07/05
  Ministry from Cornerstone Church, Livermore Thanks for the warm home for all 22 of us! We had great fun, great food and great fellowship with Good and each other. God bless this house and all who enter herein.

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  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 11/01/05
  • Review Submitted 11/07/05
  12 adults and 10 kids. We had great fun with the extended family (a group of 6 families) Had long walks on the beach and kids had a blast building complicated sand structures on the beach and roaring fies at night. We enjoyed staying in this house wall its amentias as well and its close proximity to the beach. We had a fantastic time celebrating the 25th anniversary of members of our adopted family and made wonderful memories. We are about to leave but we already cannot wait for another chance to stay her. The Mulgaonkars – Saratoga, CA, The Modales – Cupertino, CA, The Sathes, Saratoga, CA, The Thakars, Cupertino, The Tambes, Cupertino, CA and Kares, Fremont, CA

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  • Guest Mason & all
  • Date of stay 05/13/05
  • Review Submitted 05/12/05
  This house was perfect for our group of 9 people. It's a cozy place and everything we needed was here. We went to the boardwalk and became professional boogie boarders. We all wish we would've stayed longer, so next time we will for sure. Thank you so much for sharing your home. Thanks, again.

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  • Guest Kat
  • Date of stay 05/13/05
  • Review Submitted 05/12/05
  I really like your shower. The hot water never ends. I love it!!

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  • Guest Barbara McPike
  • Date of stay 04/01/05
  • Review Submitted 04/08/05
  Mahalo nui loa from Kauai! The Tudor Rose Manor is my favorite home away from home - what an awesome house! Quiet, spacious home with ALL the amenities! The Sunshine Room is like waking up in a tree house - birds and trees just outside the window, and the private deck (lanai in Hawaiian) was just perfect for a peaceful cup of coffee in the morning and a nice glass of wine in the evening. The beach is so much closer than we expected, and is a nice wide AND long beach perfect for a sunset stroll or morning walk. The bikes and all the local trails are just awesome here - some of the best mountain biking in California is right here - we all just loved Nisene Marks! The two new bathrooms are so spacious and beautifully appointed and a very nice addition to the home. The kids loved their own retreat in the carriage house, and had a lot of fun hanging out there together. Thanks to everyone at aGreatplacetostay, who had ALL the answers to my many questions about things to do and see in the area - your suggestions got me and our respective family members where we really wanted to be! What a timesaver! The family reunion was just fabulous and I owe it all to you! We will be back! Aloha nui loa, Barbara, Al and the whole gang - visiting California from Kauai, Hawaii; Streetsboro, Ohio; Reston, Virginia; Port Washington, NY; and the rest of the gang from all over the great state of Oregon!

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  • Guest Valerie
  • Date of stay 03/11/05
  • Review Submitted 03/10/05
  Thank you for everything. The house was perfect for our retreat for bonding and team building. It was wonderful.

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  • Guest Andy Summers
  • Date of stay 10/01/04
  • Review Submitted 10/21/04
  What a fun place to bring the whole family. We all played croquet from 9am to 8pm! The bikes were fun and the kids lived in the hot tub between croquet matches.

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  • Guest Limbach Family
  • Date of stay 07/09/04
  • Review Submitted 07/08/04
  The estended Limbach family celebrated "Grann's" 70th birthday with a family reunion: 10aduls & 7 children from CA, CO and NJ. We had a great week together, enjoying a variety of activities: playing at the beach, riding bicycles, visiting the Monterey Bay aquarium, dining out, BBQing at the beach (including S’mores!), playing at the beach boardwalk, watching movies, sleeping, eating, etc… The Tudor Rose has as been a wonderful place to stay providing each of us with quality time to visit with each other. We hate to leave! George, Ann, Doug F, Mary, Doug L, Sandra, Alan, Jean, David, Emily, Karl, Sara, Cole, Catie, Will, Kayleigh and Lauren. (and Alta the dog)

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