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Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods

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A wooden table set with white tablecloths, glassware, and floral centerpieces.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Los Gatos, CA
  • Place, Burrell School Vineyards and Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Regale Winery and Vineyards
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Mountain Vineyards
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods

Permit 231266 - Nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains is this serene oasis, rustic with modern touches and a stunning pool (the upper pool and main pool are not heated. Embrace yourself with the lush tropical setting and gorgeous redwood groves in this mesmerizing, unique villa. With distance between you and the closest neighbor, it’s perfect for families and nature enthusiasts seeking a rejuvenating retreat. Your redwood getaway awaits!

Your Property

This peaceful zen property has 5 beds and comfortably sleeps a family group. Oversized windows and skylights allow natural light to showcase the lush greenery from every room. This rustic villa features vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams, a fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances, a deck overlooking breathtaking redwood forest, BBQ grill and a tropical landscape surrounding the pool. Located in the Santa Cruz mountains, the last quarter mile of the drive contains a one lane, private road that does require a confident driver. This is the ideal property for those looking to immerse themselves in nature and all that California forest has to offer.

Book with Confidence

While this home is a brand-new listing on this platform, we are experienced Superhosts with a proven track record of maintaining 5-star reviews across other major travel sites. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality hospitality, professional cleanliness, and a seamless "plug-and-live" experience for all our guests.

Guest Access

Guests will have access to the entire house except the garage that is reserved for storage. The Airstream trailer is also not for guest use.

Parking: Max 6 cars total on-site. Carpooling / rideshare is strongly encouraged. All vehicles must be parked on-site in the designated parking areas provided on the property. No parking is allowed on Comstock Mill Road or the shared driveway under any circumstances. This private road is narrow, and roadside parking can obstruct residents and emergency vehicles. There is ample space on the property to accommodate all guest vehicles.

The Neighborhood

This home is nestled in a very private, quiet location. Please be mindful of noise, especially while using the pool, as the property is located in a tight-knit community and noise travels. Most of the drive is on the highway, but the last mile or so of the drive is on a private, windy, bumpy, one way road. Please ensure this is something you’re comfortable with.

This hidden jewel is awaiting your visit and calling a peaceful mind.

- Summit Store (local grocery store) (5-10 minute drive)
- Regale Winery & Vineyard (8 minute drive)
- Nestldown (event space) (13 minute drive)
- Downtown Los Gatos (20 minute drive)
- Capitola Village (25 minutes)
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (20-30 minute drive)
- Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk (30 minute drive)

Other things to note:

- The pool is not heated and is supplied by the well. We have the pool professionally maintained on a weekly basis. However, since the property is nestled in natural redwoods, occasional leaves and debris may find their way into the pool.
- The last quarter mile of the drive contains a one lane, private road that does require a confident driver.
- While this house is pet-friendly, please be mindful that wild animals are expected in the woods, so any pets should not be left unattended outside during the day OR night.
- There can be minimal cell phone reception on the way to the house. Make sure that you have your map loaded before you make the drive.

We are required to stick to our cancellation policy and we suggest adding trip insurance for any last minute issues that may impact your travel (Weather, Illness, etc). We are not able to cancel, move or refund bookings that do not fall in our cancellation policy for any reason.

Looking for additional discount?

Social Media Rebate: We love showcasing our guests' memorable experiences! If you’d like to share your favorite social media post or photos/videos with us, we’d love to review them for our marketing. If we select your content to feature, we’ll gladly issue a 10% off thank-you rebate on this booking.

Referral Reward: If you refer a friend who books a stay, just have them message us your name and we'll send a 10% referral reward your way!

Routine Home services:

Landscape - Serviced weekly
Pool - Serviced Weekly
Pest - Serviced Quarterly

Service companies will let themselves into the backyard to tend to their duties.

Pricing Transparency: We believe in upfront pricing with no hidden surprises. The standard fees we quote you are comprehensive. However, please note that like all standard hotels and legal vacation rentals, a mandatory Santa Cruz County Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) will be applied to your final booking subtotal.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5033407vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Los Gatos

Located in Los Gatos, this villa is in the mountains. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.
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Los Gatos, CA

What's nearby

  • Burrell School Vineyards and Winery - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Regale Winery and Vineyards - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Silver Mountain Vineyards - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • MJA Vineyards - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Capitola Beach - 22 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • San Jose College Park Station - 32 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Series - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bruno's Bar and Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Barcara: modern redwoods retreat?

As of 13 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Barcara: modern redwoods retreat on 28 Sept 2026 start from £476, 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.

Is Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Santa Cruz Mountains and within 6 miles (10 km) of Burrell School Vineyards and Winery and Regale Winery and Vineyards. Loma Prieta Winery and Poetic Cellars Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property is amazing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

John T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
I've never written a bad review before, and wouldn't be doing so here if the hosts had ever responded to my inquiries to them about the issue with the house: mice. First the good: the house is great in a great location. The redwoods are beautiful - 100 foot redwoods all around the house. BBQ worked great. Nice areas to sit inside and out. The property is very cool with some faded grandeur aspects (like the in-ground bar that was built next to the pool - really cool still, probably incredible when it was maintained). The problem was mice. On the second night of the stay, we were playing cards and saw a mouse pop up on the stove. Someone jumped up and it ran behind the refrigerator. Then later that night, a mouse (or mice) popped up from behind the stove 3 more times, including after we thought we blocked off the area they were coming from. After seeing this, we found mice droppings on the counter each of the next couple of mornings of our stay. It turns out they provide sticky mice traps in the house, but none of us wanted to become the exterminator.Even with this, I wouldn't be giving a bad review but after messaging them several times about the mice, I received stock responses asking me to contact them if there were a reason they wouldn't be receiving a 5 star review. It was odd. I've waited until the 4th full day after our stay ended to see if there would be any contact from the hosts and still nothing. I'll include pictures of the messages if I can.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Emma

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Welcome to our unique Alpha Homes! I’m Emma, passionate about bringing trendy California design to our beautiful locations in California and Hawaii. Traveling the world, I draw inspiration from diverse cultures to infuse unique elements into each design. Our dedicated teams in both states ensure every detail is perfect for your stay. Whether for business or vacation, we aim to make your stay extraordinary.
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