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OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA

Holiday home in Aptos with kitchen and balcony

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One of many beautiful sunsets.
FRONT OF HOUSE
LIVING ROOM - UPPER LEVEL
LIVING ROOM - UPPER LEVEL
LIVING ROOM - UPPER LEVEL

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Aptos, CA
  • Place, Seascape Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Del Mar Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Beer Can Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

BEDROOM 1

1 Queen Bed

BEDROOM 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA

NO PETS (Including Service Animals. Sorry, we have allergies.) - NO SMOKING - NO PARTIES OR EVENTS

This sunny hillside 2 level home with ocean view is perfect for a weekend getaway or an extended sabbatical. The beautiful "ocean view", and manicured garden with gazebo, all come together to offer you the perfect escape. The swim spa is perfect for relaxing in the evening, or a therapeutic aqu massage any time. Our local beach is 0.8 of a mile away, and there are plenty of local attractions, and fine dining is close by.

The upper and lower decks are perfect for entertaining, BBQing, or watching the sunset. The back garden, with its beautiful plantings, and gazebo, are a perfect retreat for morning coffee or afternoon tea, or cocktails.

* ALL BEDDING, LINENS, AND BATH TOWELS ARE PROVIDED. (BEACH TOWELS NOT PROVIDED)
* FREE HIGH SPEED WIRELESS INTERNET
* WI-FI PRINTER AVAILABLE
* FREE UNLIMITED US PHONE CALLS
* OUTSIDE SECURITY CAMERAS INSTALLED FOR YOUR SAFETY

UPPER LEVEL INCLUDES:
The main LIVING ROOM area, which has an open floor plan with cathedral open beamed ceiling, and beautiful hand scraped solid white oak flooring. There is a 52-inch 4K HDTV, with Xfinity TV /DVR, a Blue Ray Disk player, and a Bluetooth Sound Bar to stream your music apps.

Forced air central heating, keeps the home cozy and warm in winter.

The modern GOURMET KITCHEN is equipped with all Viking appliances, and dishwasher. All cookware, cooking utensils, dishes, and silverware are provided. The dining area table seats up to 6 guests.
The upper deck has patio chairs for 6 guests, and a cocktail table. The BBQ grill is propane gas.

The MASTER BEDROOM, which is on the upper level, has a queen bed, walk-in closet, chest of drawers, and a sitting area, a vanity sink area, and full bathroom, with tub & shower combo.

DOWN STAIRS - "CAUTION", there are stairs leading from the Living Room to the lower level. If you have small children, it is suggested that you bring your own barrier /gate, as there is none provided.
LOWER LEVEL INCLUDES:
Bedroom 2 - has a queen bed, a full mirrored closet, chest of drawers, and a beautiful view of the garden, and a 24" Samsung HDTV, with Amazon Fire Stick for streaming.

Office - includes work desk, office chair, LAN cable for direct internet hook-up, wi-fi printer.
Access to the lower deck, garden, and Swim Spa are on the lower level, through the office.

DISCLAIMER: SECURITY CAMERAS – For your security, and the security of our property, there are Security Cameras located outside ONLY. Two cameras are located in the front of the house, facing the driveway and front door entry. One camera is on the lower deck, focused on the sliding glass door and gate entrance ONLY. These cameras are FIXED, and are not movable. We, not a "service", are the only ones that have direct access to the camera recording system. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.

Permit #241175
TOT Certificate # CO04422

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
WARNING! There are stairs to lower level.
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Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OR VAPING ON THE PROPERTY, PERIOD!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please refer to the Check-Out Procedures in the INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS document you received in the booking confirmation email.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The max guests overnight (4). The max occupancy including visitors (4). Guests over max may result in termination of booking, and eviction.
CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS OLD ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE SWIM SPA AT ANY TIME.
NO ONE ALLOWED IN THE SPA AFTER 10 PM OR BEFORE 8 AM. NOISE CURFEW FROM 10:00 PM TO 8:00 AM.

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
Note from host: NO PARTIES OR EVENTS.
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 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
Property Registration Number Permit #241175 TOT Certificate # CO04422

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aptos

Located in Aptos, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aptos, CA

What's nearby

  • Seascape Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Beer Can Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Mystery Spot - 15 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 40 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Four Streams Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sanderlings Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN VIEW - HILLSIDE SANCTUARY WITH THERAPEUTIC SWIM SPA located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seascape Golf Club, Beer Can Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach. Seacliff State Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Michael Taravella

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I have been a Personal Chef / business owner since 1998, serving my clients in Silicon Valley. As of May, 2019, I have retired as a Personal Chef, and am now managing our Vacation Rental properties in Aptos, and South Lake Tahoe, CA.

Why they chose this property

This is our second home. We plan on making this place our permanent home, someday.

What makes this property unique

I love the coastal life-style, scenery, and wonderful neighbors.

Languages:

English

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