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Sarah
November 2025
16 ft car
This is our second time to this beautiful property and we will return again. Doug and Denise are both very warm and welcoming. They are the perfect combination of offering help if needed but also giving us our space. The property is just beautiful with a river you can walk to and so many varieties of mushrooms. Don’t forget to look out for the banana slugs!
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Cheryl
October 2025
Tent
With pets
The site is beautiful, private and secluded. We loved the creekside location with the small little trail. Great place for dogs and very serene.
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Mackenzie
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We stayed at the Creek Site and it was perfect for my partner, pup and me. Doug and Denise were both super welcoming and took us down to the site as it is away from their home. It’s a short hike down to the creek, and worth it! It’s so magical down there. As far as location, it’s in the mountains and close to both the ocean and Santa Cruz. Great spot and would go again! As expected, totally off the grid – no cell service.
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Anna
September 2025
25 ft campervan
Group trip
This site was a surprise-it was very isolated, peaceful and nature-filled. It has no amenities- so be sure you have a toilet, water and lots of lights! Luckily we came prepared and it was very serene. The creek sounds were lovely, although it was a bit of a steep hike to get to it. We loved that the site was all our own, there were very few bugs and it was the retreat we needed.
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Cristina
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Camp Carmel Valley - Glamping
The Safari Rustic Tent exceeded my expectations. Impeccably clean and excellent creature comforts like a shower and bathroom. Hosts are informative and made the location easy to find. The property is gated and feels safe. Thank you so much!
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Josephine
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz
Great lodging. Cozy and fun. Andrew and his family super friendly. Great communication. The complimentary snacks and drinks were above and beyond what you find in any Airbnb!
Didn’t use the firepit but looks inviting.
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Ann Marie
September 2025
20 ft Class B
A beautiful, quiet space! It felt safe and was very private. Doug was super helpful when I arrived. The road in is rough but doable for 2-wheel drive.
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Katy
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz
I decided to try out this little Airstream as an alternative to a hotel during my recent trip returning my younger back up to UCSC. I think it was an excellent decision. Although I had almost no time to enjoy quiet time reading a book or hanging out, I still appreciated the convenience and comfort of the Airstream.
The location is an incredibly easy on and off of the 1. The neighborhood is a pretty typical neighborhood with different age classes of families and individuals. On street parking for vehicle number two was easy and having a designated spot in the driveway was great.
I loved the welcome and friendliness of Andrew and his family. I never felt uncomfortable or limited, just welcome to come and go as I felt and to strike up a conversation or not. The dogs were equally welcoming and very well behaved. The yard is a delight of raised gardens with sages and cosmos blooming, even at the end of the summer. I loved relaxing by the fire pit even if the unseasonably mid-90's degree weather made the thought of a fire too hot to bear. As a woman traveler, I felt safe here, from parking late at night and throughout the night. I rarely feel that same security at a hotel.
At 5 foot 8 inches I could stand in the shower, had to bend my head to get all the way under the shower head and some elbows hit the sides but that's not a deal breaker. It's a small RV but it was cozy and for two people it was a nice fit. Finding some snacks and drinks in the fridge was a nice welcome.
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Cindy
August 2025
With kids
This is a really cool place and the kids had tons of fun. So much to explore for them - they loved the variety. It was a great joy to see them covered in mud and laughing loudly in the middle of the trees. The facilities are very functional and convenient. We don’t have to pack much and it is a very smooth camping experience. It is definitely on the pricier side; we will come back with a larger group to optimize the experience next time! Thank you for having us!
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Al
August 2025
4 nights at Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz
We had a great stay! Andy was a wonderful host who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Very good location, super cute backyard, quick to respond to messages, and the Airstream had everything we needed, including a great array of snacks and drinks! Would definitely stay there again next time we are up in Santa Cruz!
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Shivata
August 2025
With kids
Our glamping stay was absolutely wonderful! The place was serene and peaceful, with the meditation area being my personal favorite spot to unwind. The host was amazing—warm, attentive, and thoughtful, with a personal touch to every detail. We felt so well taken care of and truly relaxed. We loved every moment of our stay and would definitely recommend it to friends and family.
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Lorena
August 2025
With pets
We had the most amazing stay! My son celebrated his 14 birthday with his closest friends. Our group of nine (plus a small dog) couldn’t have asked for a better setting. My son and his friends pitched a huge tent in the center of the property, my daughter and her friend stayed in and loved the adorable dome, and I enjoyed the cozy comfort of the yurt!
Ismael was a wonderful host - even uncovered his drum set for them in the geo-dome! The entire property was perfect for our group - teens played pool, ping pong, grilled up great food. The outdoor kitchen was fully stocked too!
It’s just a great place, but what really made the experience special was the way it brought everyone together - these young people got to hang out and make memories they’ll never forget. Ismael rocks, and we can’t wait to come back next year!
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Molly
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful and so quiet! Only thing that was challenging was the no toilets. I hope the plan for the space is to eventually add a portable toilet at least cus that was a little more rustic than I prepared myself for. Still, super lovely property and we had a great time.
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Juliette and
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We had an amazing weekend in the peace of the woods and dipping in the creek! This spot is a real gem, the hosts are so nice and welcoming. Great place to spend some time outside with kids! We will be back!
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Gerald
July 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
It was a beautiful, peaceful and secluded site. It was easy to get to and the hosts were very hospitable.
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Eric
July 2025
Tent
With pets
Wonderful site! Huge, super private, easy to access, and with incredibly kind hosts!
Just be aware about the bucket toilets - but our whole crew (of adults and kids) worked them with no problem!
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Paula
July 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
Group trip
We had a large group and had plenty of space to spread out, with lots of room to play in the meadow in the midst of the redwoods. Having a water hose at the edge of the camp was great. The walk to the creek (~ a mile) was beautiful, and the creek itself was lovely. The intro to the horses at the barn at feeding time was fun. The hosts were friendly and very accommodating to our needs and last minute changes.
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Ethan
July 2025
Tent
With pets
Denise’s place is absolutely amazing. Complete privacy, in the clearing of a redwood Forrest, on a running creak, 10 minutes from the coast. I’ve stayed at over a dozen Hipcamps and this is my favorite spot to date. I’m already planning another visit.
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Kaitlin
July 2025
With kids
Our two family group loved this site. The space was impeccable and had just the right amount of space for our little kids to play and explore. The propane fire pit was such a wonderful addition, that allowed adults some relaxing time after the kids went to bed, with enough proximity to feel comfortable. The creek was definitely the highlight of the stay — the shade, shallow running water, and abundance of banana slugs made it a trip we’ll never forget. Thank you for sharing your magical space with us! ♥️
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Nancy
July 2025
Tent
Camping on Doug & Denise’s property was lovely! We drove up from LA to escape into some Santa Cruz magic and it did not disappoint. Thank you for having us!
Ps. Bring mosquito repellents for the evening.
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