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Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods

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A modern kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and wooden beams on the ceiling.
Outdoor pool
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a decorative glass door.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

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About the neighborhood

Los Gatos

Located in Los Gatos, this villa is in the mountains, a 4-minute drive from Santa Cruz Mountains and 7 minutes from Burrell School Vineyards and Winery. .This villa is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Monterey Bay and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Capitola Beach.

What's nearby

  • Burrell School Vineyards and Winery - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Regale Winery and Vineyards - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Silver Mountain Vineyards - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • MJA Vineyards - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Capitola Beach - 22 min drive - 13.6 miles

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Gym

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Villa Barcara • A Serene Modern Retreat in Redwoods Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

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