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Manresa Meadows on Acreage!

Watsonville vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Fireplace
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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La Selva Beach, CA
  • Place, Manresa State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Beer Can Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, La Selva Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

Watsonville

In Watsonville .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Manresa State Beach and Beer Can Beach. Also, La Selva Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Seascape Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manresa State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beer Can Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Selva Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 20 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Gilroy Station - 37 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Mule - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Venus Cocktails & Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Aptos St BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Manresa Meadows on Acreage!

Permit #251019

Manresa Meadows is a very special vacation rental on beautiful acreage just one block from Manresa State Beach. Meander down one of the wildflower lined paths through beautiful acres of meadow to the private eucalyptus-shaded picnic area, complete with fire pit teak picnic tables and chairs. Owls and a variety of interesting birds are frequently seen in the trees surrounding this part of the estate. Follow the path to high ground for a spectacular view of Monterey Bay.

Tranquil views of meadow and farmland from the hot tub, master bedroom, and main deck. Expansive upper and lower decks, indoor and outdoor dining, BBQ, hot tub, wide-screen TV and comfortable great room design make Manresa Meadows a superior vacation home.

Pet-friendly Manresa Meadows offers activities for the whole family. Fido is welcome in the house, or can enjoy the two doghouses in the 400 sq. ft. concrete-surfaced dog run, or rove over the fully fenced two acres of meadowland.

Manresa Meadows is on the Pacific Coast Bicycle Route, just south of La Selva Beach a short block’s walk from Manresa State Beach. Activities nearby include beachcombing on miles of white sandy shoreline, kayaking and wildlife viewing at Elkhorn Slough, hiking and mountain biking at Nicene Marks State Park, dining at Sanderling’s restaurant at Seascape Resort, and golfing at Seascape Golf Course in nearby Aptos. Monterey is 31 miles to the south, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a short 14-mile drive.

Early check-in/late check-out not available for this property.

$50 Pet Fee per Pet

Please note- dogs only, no cats.
PLEASE NOTE THAT HOT TUB IS NOT GUARANTEED.

*** Also available monthly during the off season ***

Please ask for Holiday rates and minimum stay.

Please ask for monthly rates.


TOT Certificate #CO00115

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you 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 trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please place all Linens and towels (excluding comforters and blankets in a pile.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 251019

Property is also known as

Park Like Two Acres One Block From Beachdog Friendly
2791-208958

Frequently asked questions

How close is Manresa Meadows on Acreage! to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.8 mi (14-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Manresa Meadows on Acreage! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Manresa Meadows on Acreage! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Manresa State Beach and 5-minute walk from Beer Can Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Manresa Meadows on Acreage! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Manresa Meadows on Acreage!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Manresa Meadows on Acreage!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Manresa Meadows on Acreage!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Manresa Meadows on Acreage! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Manresa Meadows on Acreage! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Manresa Meadows on Acreage! to downtown Watsonville?

This vacation home is 5.8 mi away from Watsonville.

Manresa Meadows on Acreage! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great yard for dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Amazing property and great location. Only complaint is the check in process. You have to pick up and drop off keys at the property management office which is about 10 minutes away. This is a first, as I’ve always had either a keypad or a lockbox. Not terrible, but inconvenient nonetheless. Other than that, everything was great. Don’t forget to bring extra towels for the hot tub and the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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

Perfect house for a beach, dog & teen vacation

Proximity to the beach is amazing. 2 acres of fully fenced “doggy Disneyland” can’t be beat. House is comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay

Had a great time with family (5 adults) & 2 dogs. Loved the huge backyard & the house met our needs! Hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hamish B.

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

Very comfortable quiet house near beach.

Very comfortable quiet house near beach. Very nice owners nearby available to help
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

Marvelous Manresa Meadows

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home for an adult family get together with pets. All rooms had very comfortable beds with king or queen size. Bathrooms for the bedrooms both had showers. The 2 downstairs bedrooms have access to the outdoor meadow which was perfect for us. The home is also a quick walk to the beach. The welcome letter and binder included all the information needed. Kitchen was supplied with what we needed to cook meals. The home was beautiful and very comfortable; we had a wonderful time walking along the beach and relaxing together. I'd definitely recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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

Third visit

Property never let’s us down!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Bird watcher paradise

Fires inside and raptor watching from the deck. Couldn't get much better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Z.

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

Perfect get away

The property is beautiful and so close to the beach. The kids enjoyed flying kites at the beach and making s’mores at the fire pit on the property. House is nice, kitchen is well equipped and plenty of room for the dog to run around. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

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

Manresa Meadows is Awesome

Just submitted review with suggestions. Overall was an incredible place to host our small group of high school friends…30 year reunion!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Your own oversized dog park near the beach.

We initially chose the property for the dogs, but keep coming back for the “everything”. It doesn’t just allow dogs, it gifts your dogs with their own private HUGE dog park. Peaceful surroundings. Listen for the owls in the eucalyptus trees at night. Hot tub has always been functional, clean and hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

June 2024

Great property for family but need to be aware of ticks
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lannette L.

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

Family Wedding Retreat

Local wedding attendees needed a quiet place to retreat. This house was very nice, quiet and very lovely. Well stocked with utensils and friendly owners next door. We will definitely be back to this beautiful place so close to the beach and wildlife observation. A must stsy for bird watching.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

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

Very Nice

Owner was extremely helpful and communication was quick and easy. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

A perfect retreat

I stayed here with friends for a weekend, and we all loved the property. It was easy to find and get to, yet felt very private and secluded in a peaceful, relaxing way. The kitchen had everything we needed, the bedrooms were spacious and comfortable, and the outdoor entertaining area, including the hot tub, were ideal. We loved being so close to the ocean - just an easy walk away. Everyone in property management was very responsive leading up to and during the trip. I would love to return here with friends and with my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivetta H.

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

Dog Disneyland

Amazing location near the beach with vast stunning views. Huge backyard that has no foxtails and park setting with a long path and soft grass. We planed to spend most of the time on the beach, but our dog had such a fantastic time running around in the backyard, that we ended up sitting outside and watching her play. She was exploring, jumping, running, and having an amazing time. Patio is overlooking the acreage, so we saw her all the time. Hot tub is amazing.Owners live next door and are very friendly and helpful. Check in process is unusual: we had to pick up and drop off the keys from a different location instead of a lockbox with code at the house, like all other places that we stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

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

Manresa

Great house on pretty acreage with good views. Out of the hustle and bustle of Santa Cruz and a block or so from the beach. We loved using the hot tub after the beach and perusing the pretty backyard. We didn't bring our pups but they would've been safe and really would've enjoyed it. Bob, the owner, lives next door and was very helpful when needed but otherwise unobtrusive. We will find our way back here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Spacious, dog friendly home near the beach

Spacious home, kitchen was well stocked with utensils and tableware but almost no staples or condiments. For example a coffe maker, electric kettle and French press but no coffee or tea. Large lots has wide, hard packed trails that invite you to wander to the strategically placed benches and enjoy the view. Very dog friendly. Really enjoyed both the fire pit and hot tub. Even though the owner uses a property management company, he really was happy for us to call him directly and he promptly took care of our concerns. Overall a very good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Wonderful

We loved our stay! We had a beach vacation with three generations of our family (age 8-74) and our dogs. The house and nearby beach were beautiful. The fully fenced property was such a wonderful option and there were so many convenient dog features. The kids had a great time in the backyard meadow space and there was a fun hammock and football. Star gazing in the evening. Really great memories made! Note the stairs downstairs are pretty steep, but it’s possible to stay entirely on the first level of the house. Kitchen was well appointed, beds were comfortable. The beach is just down the street, about a block away. The check-in process was easy but does require going by the property management office which is 10-15 minutes away. Everyone we interacted with, from the property management staff to Bob who cares for the property, were welcoming and helpful. Highly recommend this rental, we hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

Enjoyed our stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, family enjoyed this house for a long weekend stay. Very convenient access to the nearby beach. Bedrooms and kitchen were great. Showers outdoors for cleaning up after the beach. Garage access for vehicle was great too. Property management was very responsive after we did not receive the check in email and mgmt company was closed on a Sunday. Thank you Lisa for the quick resolution. Few items that could make the property even better... The tv in the living room was very small. For how far the couch is away, the TV should be much bigger. Really no staples in the kitchen - salt and pepper only. Water heater seems too small, as if family all took showers, the hot water ran out. Ticks are an issue, but mgmt clearly outlines this ahead of time.Hot tub was very enjoyable after a day hiking or on the beach. Live that the house is dog friendly with included dog beds too! Nice stay in Santa Cruz.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Wonderful Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family really enjoyed our stay at Manresa Meadows. If you’re okay with foregoing an ocean front rental, this location is unbeatable. It offers privacy and amazing views, we stargazed from the hot tub every night. Our kids and our dog loved the little trails through the property and being fully fenced it was very secure. The walk to the beach was an easy 5 minutes, however once you get to the trail that leads directly down to the beach it is a little rough going down and may be difficult for the elderly or those who are less mobile. The home was clean and the layout of the home makes it feel very spacious. Some of the things about the property that we especially appreciated: amazing water pressure in the showers, large showers, multiple tables/counters, outdoor hoses/showers in multiple locations to rinse feet/paws, smaller fenced in dog area for middle of the night potty breaks, beach chairs in the garage, clean hot tub, easy to operate blinds, expansive deck. Things we think could be improved at this property: we had trouble getting water to boil on the stove so our Italian dinner took hours to prepare...I think the gas burners aren’t very powerful, a wider selection of pillows on the beds(some people prefer flat pillows to over-stuffed. The house is not very evenly heated, with the master bedroom receiving the majority of heat while ground floor rooms remained on the cooler side. We finally closed the vent in the master and that helped but before that it was like a sauna. Overall, this property is wonderful, really unique and private and we would definitely stay again. we met the property owner who lives next door and he was very friendly and I could tell he likes kids by the way he chatted with my 8 year old. I suspect he has grandkids of his own!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Girls weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Girls birthday weekend! The house was perfect for 6 people. Close walk to the beach and the hot tub was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

santa cruz

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great experience at this property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from San Jose, California

Family retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very pleasant and relaxing getaway vacation for the family