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Soquel, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Christie K.Joined in June 2019
Response rate: 100%
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119 ratings · 101 reviews
Angelique R.recommends
December 5, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Convenient and plus such as a cooler, drinks, and cute area with a table very close to Capitola where it's pretty to bike. Locals were friendly and Capitola views far exceeded any expectations,
Erin D.recommends
November 27, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
We were very grateful to have a quiet and safe place to sleep.
Erin F.recommends
November 26, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Good location close to town and just what we needed for a space to stop for the night. Nice and quiet and while we got in late, we enjoyed waking up to the view of the trees. Responsive and friendly host. Would come back again if we are in the area!
Andrea P.recommends
November 23, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Christie was very easy to communicate with and flexible in meeting our needs for the trip. Easy place to stop for a night and great location near trails and beaches.
Eunhae H.recommends
November 13, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
The spot is prefect in terms of distance to the beach and mountain. The creek was quaint and the vibez tight. Host super responsive and warm :)
Alexis D.recommends
October 29, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Such a cute spot, but couldn’t tell where to park
Marcia S.recommends
October 25, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Quiet, serene
This is a lovely quiet retreat area along a brook. There are homes up a hill across the road, but all was quiet and serene. We will hopefully stay here again.
Brian C.recommends
October 24, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Easy in, easy out!
Mac H.recommends
October 20, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Room w/ba
Enjoyed the space and location. Great host
Loren R.recommends
October 18, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Perfect little hide away near SC
This spot is mainly a parking spot off just off a quite road, we had enough space for two Tundras and tent. We typically just find a quite road to park and sleep in the truck however this was much better and quieter especially when we have a group of people.
Laura R.recommends
October 17, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Great location!
Great spot to camp for a couple nights. We weren’t there during the day but the place is really close to Capitola which is a cute town. It’s close to the coast and pretty driving. We had a great experience.
Steve W.recommends
October 10, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Top notch. Christie was super communicative and helpful. The spot is easy to access. My 22 ft camper van for perfect. Right on a creek in a wooded neighborhood with no houses in the side of the street with the site. Nice structures to hide the street and lovely seating. Price is fair too. Close enough to everything in Santa Cruz. I will return!
Ruben A.recommends
October 8, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Creekside, quiet, close to town
Easy to get to and close to town, but really quiet and peaceful. A few caveats: a toilet or porta potti would be nice, and it is on a residential street, so there are houses right across the street from you. That said, the space is large (would accommodate a large rig), it’s full shade because of all the mature tree cover, and the creek is pretty. The host is really nice and easy to communicate with.
Ryan M.recommends
October 8, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Host communicated with me well. Instructions were clear and simple. Campsite was very cozy and comfortable.
Bastian J.recommends
October 6, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Christie was a great host and the campsite was perfect for what I was looking for. Easy access and she always responded to my questions within a timely manner!
Guy H.recommends
October 4, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Camped out for one night. Directions were great, porterpotty was clean. Camp area was clean and as described. Christine was a great host to work with, didn't get to meet her, but communication was 5 star.
Steven T.recommends
September 19, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Super!
Susan M.
September 11, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Overall we had a good experience except that the instructions for finding the porta-potty were unclear and the path was a bit overgrown.
Judy M.recommends
September 11, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Very quiet, very private. Wonderful to camp surrounded by redwoods! Funky, fun chairs and tables. Christie keeps the little site very clean. Keep in mind there is no water and the porta potty is across the road and up some stairs. Blackberries on the path need to be trimmed!
Monica V.recommends
September 8, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Camping
So happy I found this camping spot !
It’s such a beautiful area and very close to the beach . I highly recommend this camping area and Christie is a sweetheart!! I will definitely be back
Kandis C.recommends
August 22, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Nice place to stay in our RV on the way up the coast
Henry L.recommends
August 20, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Love it!
Christie was super friendly and greeted us upon arrival. Note that my T-mobile phone had no reception there so you might want to save the wifi password ahead of time. The campsite was right in front of a forest, a creek, and a small road that was quiet. The ground was more leveled than a lot of other sites we have stayed. There are many chairs and tables. Definitely check out the temple 5 minutes' drive away. We will return!
Wade L.recommends
August 18, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
Within 90 miles of Menlo Park
We had excellent communication from Christie. I think we would have enjoyed staying there despite the lack, or maybe because of the lack, of amenities. Unfortunately, it was much closer to our final destination than we’d realized and we just kept going.
Rose W.recommends
August 17, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Charming creekside spot in woods!
This site was adorable! It is in a neighborhood but it’s still quiet and peaceful. The creek is lovely and a nice private area to sit for morning coffee since it’s down the hill from the tent spot. We happened to meet Christie and she is so sweet and warm. The price is also great for where it is located. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone looking in the area!
David D.recommends
August 9, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Great location!
Xaviera C.
August 8, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
I wanted someplace quiet and cool to camp and Christie's spot provides that. Beautiful trees and so green. I admit I paid more attention to the description than the photo. To me this was more of a driveway spot than a camp spot.
Also the description says that you will be sharing with another site. So I was aware there could be other people there but I didn't know that they would be mere feet away. So if privacy is important to you then I do recommend you book both sites. Also there was wifi but you do need to maybe put your bed closer to the road as it got a little spotty at the edge. So a lovely spot but it has some limitations.
Adriana A.recommends
August 2, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Streamline
Christie was a great host, very helpful and friendly. The camper was just what we needed- an easy, convenient place to crash for the night between great hiking areas. It was like camping but easier than pitching a tent and comfortable with an inflatable bed!
Cayley C.recommends
July 31, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Christie's spot was very beautiful and it was just what we were looking for. It was a perfect little spot to pitch a tent for the night. No water or toilet so would probably be better for an rv but we made it work and enjoyed it nonetheless.
Ann M.recommends
July 29, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Tent site 1
Edge of town, unique houses along a woodsy road. My tent site was across the road, next to a ravine. Pluses: shady, beautiful setting, the camping site was set up with a table and chairs and Christie does have the best-camouflaged and cleanest portapotty I have ever used. Minuses:. It is pretty steep beyond the edge, so I would stop in the road and set up a light at the edge so I could tell where I was going as I backed in. Also, it was gravel plus dirt, so a little hard to get tent stakes in. Maybe more suited to an rv or van.
Aaron L.recommends
July 28, 2022
Babbling Bates Creek Campsite 2
I loved camping in Christie’s place. The campsite was lovely and surrounded by nature. Instructions were clear from Christie and getting there was easy. On arrival Christie met with us. Christie is an incredibly vibrant bubbly and an all round lovely person who couldn’t do enough to help us. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay there.
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