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The Secret Gardens by the Bay

97%
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97 reviews
· Watsonville, Santa Cruz, California
11 acres hosted by Yeyen G.
8 lodging sites · 10 RV/tent sites · 8 tent sites
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Romantic
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Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
The Secret Gardens is surrounded by lots of natural beauties that will open your heart. The spirit of the ocean, the wave, the mountains, the trees, the people and the fragrant of the roses, the beauties of our amazing Dahlias will take you to another world. No pictures can describe how beautiful this place and we hear that every time our guests step out of their cars. It is located about 2 minutes drive from the beach and the Monterey bay, about 12 miles away South of Santa Cruz. The beaches here are more peaceful and spread out as long as your eyes can see. We are 33 miles away from Monterey aquarium but you almost don't have to go anywhere when you are here. There are many things to do such as hiking at Land of Medicine Buddha or Forrest of Nisene Mark, Stroll around at Capitola Village, Have coffee and do awesome thrift shopping in downtown Aptos or in Soquel, Get some free foods from Free Food church on Wednesday evening (Yes, locally grown organic produce!), have a picnic on the cliff to watch the sunset, this town kind of remind you what's like to be in town without big boxes and franchise stores everywhere, life as its finest. This campground is also a great setting for your celebrations with two stages, a celebration area, a stone fired pizza oven and a sound systems (These are extras). We also have two sites for Private Group Camping for RV and Tent camping if you want to have a separate area away from anyone else. They can accommodate at least 15 people. Please check out those sites if you plan to come in a group. If you bring your dogs or children we have a trail for you to stroll around the property in a natural setting. We purposely do not a lot of pictures to keep this place mystical and a secret gem. We'd like to WOW you when you get here. We are so occupied so please do not ask us to send more pictures What to expect: - Access to fully stocked kitchen (except for the Private RV Group camping site): Propane powered grill and stove (commercial grade), refrigerators, freezer, pots, pans, utensils, kitchenware, dinnerware, basic spices and olive oil. - Hot showers and flushable toilettes - If you reserve a cabin, it comes with beddings (sheets, blankets, pillows) - A heater in your cabin What not to expect: - Towels - Free s'mores
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8 sites

Small Private Group Camp(6-10 ppl)

100% (6)
Tent site · Sleeps 10
This site is away from everyone but you can take a peek from the distance of the main campground. Surrounded by a lot of trees and plants. Bring your guitars and have your own small acoustic gathering among friends by the firepit. Bathroom and shower are on site, picnic table and a gas firepit. There is a little wooden structure that you can use to hang out.
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Your tent @ Secret Gardens

100% (6)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Sitting on top of the hills you'll have a beautiful view of the campground. You have access to our communal kitchen, bathrooms and showers.
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Your own tent @ The Secret Garden

100% (4)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Bring your own favorite tent and enjoy the view of the campground from up above. The site overlooks a serene and peaceful garden. Enjoy this majestic view!
Campfires allowed
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Your Own Tent @ The Secret Gardens

100% (3)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Sitting on top of the hills you'll have a beautiful view of the campground. You have access to our communal kitchen, bathrooms and showers.
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Your own Tent @ The Secret G

100% (3)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Bring your own favorite tent and enjoy the view of the campground from up above. The site overlooks a serene and peaceful garden. Enjoy this majestic view!
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Your own tent @ The Secret

100% (3)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Sitting on top of the hills you'll have a beautiful view of the campground. You have access to our communal kitchen, bathrooms and showers.
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Your own tent @ The Sec

100% (1)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Sitting on top of the hills you'll have a beautiful view of the campground. You have access to our communal kitchen, bathrooms and showers.
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Your event with Ocean View

Tent site · Sleeps 150
Wellness events? Ceremonies? Celebrations? This deck can handle up to 150 people. There is an outdoor kitchen and we offer rental for tables, chairs, benches, couches, etc. There are showers and bathrooms Noise and hours restrictions applied Fire pit and jacuzzi are available as extras, cold plunge possible.
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RV/tent sites

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Your (Medium size) RV @ The Secret

100% (22)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 25 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture. There is an additional surcharge of $99 to use the shower and kitchen if you are using this site for tent camping instead. We'll collect the fee during the check in.
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Your (Big) RV @ The Secret Gardens

100% (13)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 35 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture. You are welcome to use all of the amenities we have to offer such as the communal kitchen with all cooking supplies and dinnerware, showers, bathrooms and firepit area. Browsing through our hiking trail is welcomed as well. There is an additional surcharge of $99 to use the shower and kitchen if you are using this site for tent camping instead. We'll collect the fee during the check in.
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Your (Medium size) RVThe Secret

100% (12)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 25 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture. There is an additional surcharge of $99 to use the shower and kitchen if you are using this site for tent camping instead. We'll collect the fee during the check in.
Campfires allowed
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Your (Big size) RV @ The Secrets

70% (5)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 35 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture. You are welcome to use all of the amenities we have to offer such as the communal kitchen with all cooking supplies and dinnerware, showers, bathrooms and firepit area. Browsing through our hiking trail is welcomed as well. There is an additional surcharge of $99 if you are using this site for tent camping instead or revoking your privilege to stay here.
Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
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Your (Small size) RV @ The Secret

100% (3)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 15 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture.
Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
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Your Pop Up Camper Van/Truck

100% (1)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 15 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture.
Campfires allowed
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Private RV Group Camping with Views

Booked 4 times
RV/tent site · Sleeps 30 · Vehicles under 36 ft
I call this camping on top of the World!!!This 6,000 sq ft site has the most beautiful view of the forest in a distance and the view to the campground. It has a hanging large deck (1100sq ft) area for firepit, lounge and dining table. It has its own clean bathroom, showers, outdoor sink and a barbeque area. We have everything here except for pots, pans, kitchenware and dinnerware so you have to bring those. I love this site and its perfect for group camping in a private setting. Woodchips ground. It can take five 36 ft trailer (with good drivers) or 8 small RV/Trailer with parking area. Its about $40/person/night. This site makes a great get together for a reunion/birthday/special celebration out in nature with great clean facility and amazing views!!! This is one of a kind spot.
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Private area for Group Camping

RV/tent site · Sleeps 20 · Vehicles under 16 ft
This private area for group camping is exquisite! Its very private and very beautiful surrounded by flower gardens and tucked away from everyone else. It can accommodate up to 10 three to four people tent or 5 six people tent and rooms for firepit, picnic tables and lounge area. It can accommodate 2-3 small RV/Trailers/Pop up camper.
Campfires allowed
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Your Pop Up Camper Van/Tr

Booked 7 times
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 15 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Your Small RV @ The Secret

Booked 3 times
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 15 ft
Want to be secluded and immerse in nature without being next to another RV? We have a great space for you. Within 3 minutes you will be on the edge of the cliff overlook the Monterey Bay to catch a sunset or a sunrise. We are in a secluded private property with impressive landscaping and architecture.
Campfires allowed
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Lodging

8 sites

The Spacious Boat House

100% (14)
Cabin · Sleeps 6
The boat house is a beautiful cabin perfect for a group of friends or a family. It fits 5-6 people comfortably. It has its own entrance and the woodwork in this cabin is inspiring and done tastefully. We call this a Boat House because the roof looks like an upside down boat. Surrounded by plants in our garden area this house is tranquil and tastefully done.
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Glamp @ The Secret

100% (9)
Bell tent · Sleeps 6
Imagine having your tent and bed already set up when you arrive and waking up in this 12 acres of private land full of flowers, shrubs and trees. Enjoy exploring 600 plants of Dahlias and roses sprinkled around the land. Feel the magic this land has to offer.
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The Romantic Tea House

100% (8)
Cabin · Sleeps 4
The tea house is a very beautiful private site with its own entrance. It's perfect for a couple or a family of four. We'll decorate it according to your occasion. Architecturally pleasing, inspiring and also romantic.
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The Arabian night cabin

100% (4)
Cabin · Sleeps 2
We have updated this cabin with a solid door and a fireplace! This cabin decorated in middle eastern style has a relaxing full size swing bed overlook to the campground. Beautiful serene alley will lead you to the cabin. Despite the picture we have a sliding door and a window now.
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The Tree House

100% (4)
Treehouse · Sleeps 2
This tree house is the most secluded cabin in the whole campground. Perfect for a romantic gate away or an alone time for someone who needs to immerse with nature. This tree house has a "peek window" to look out to the common area for you to see what's going on in the common area. This cabin has its own path to the cabin. There is a bathroom in this cabin!
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$314
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The Log Cabin

100% (3)
Cabin · Sleeps 2
We have updated this cabin with real door and fireplace! This site has a great view to the campground and a relaxing full size swing bed! Decorated in a romantic cabin style. Despite the picture we have a sliding door and a window now.
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Book the entire Secret Gardens

100% (2)
Cabin · Sleeps 60 · 6 bedrooms · 22 beds · 4 toilets
We got so many request since we opened up this campground in July 2024 so we decided to give the opportunity to people or organizations to have their own private camping experience. This is for camping purposes only or to celebrate non wedding / live music/ live show events. Just simply low key getting together with friends and family. No outside guest is permitted without any permission from the host. This reservation doesnt include the RV sites and Site 2, however if you have RV or campers you can add that to your reservation as "EXTRA". Anyone more than 30 is part of the "Extra". We have multiple types of accomodations from tent sites, glamping tents to cabins. No towels service.
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$2700
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The Secret Wagon

Booked 2 times
Cabin · Sleeps 2
This cutest little wagon was once a crate for a bottling machine!. It was a diamond in a rough and here it is, transformed to an adorable little cabin. This cabin is next to RV spots and It has a full size bed with beddings, pillows, etc. Oh a heater too!!! So its cozy and warm inside. Its located close to the stage, kitchen and bathroom and the parking area.
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97% Recommend133 ratings · 97 reviews

Location

Watsonville, Santa Cruz, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Yeyen G.

Joined in April 2023
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