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Reviews of The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views


Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 47 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nomi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
My friend and I had a very pleasant stay here on our way down the California coast. The room was clean, well stocked with, and the large bed was very comfortable. The balcony view was very nice as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Clean & Lovely Stay
This location has all the “things” you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. I wish I could’ve stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabana Stay
This space was perfect for my stay. I visited to do a few day hikes in the Redwood forests and the proximity of this location was nice. Check-in was easy and the place was perfect for my needs. I was a short drive from downtown and some quality restaurants. I would recommend staying here and would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable for a weekend getaway
The rental was comfortable with a nice view from the patio. It has a nice, big bed and basic amenities (body wash, soap, coffee, fridge, microwave, hair dryer). The hosts were great at communicating, and the check in and parking were convenient. It was great for our purposes of having a home base while we spent most of our time out enjoying the city. Not very big, but we considered it a good value and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Recommendation
We enjoyed our stay - the view was amazing off the deck. Peaceful area. Host saved us with a great restaurant recommendation. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Ali S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, bad service
Door lock was not programmed before my arrival, was left outside in the rain for 20 minutes calling the owner until I gave up and knocked on the front door. All the windows were left open in the room and so it was freezing when we got there. Shower door was too small --> water all over the bathroom floor Balcony was great for morning breakfast Bed was comfy and big
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 22, 2024
Ali, I am so sorry that your door code did not work and I was not able to respond immediately. I was traveling at the time and was not able to get your phone call or messages. I will certainly talk to our cleaner about not leaving the window cracked open when it is cold out. I think the intent is to let some fresh air in. I am not sure what you mean about the shower door being too small, but I will look at that as well.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very central and easy. Comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P., San Anselmo

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We loved this quiet spot in central Santa Cruz. Tiny but perfect for a couple of days. Jono was very gracious and accommodating. Deck with view is a nice bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sydney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
It was perfect for the night we stayed! Close to everything. In a good neighborhood. The view was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin K., Hayward, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a one night get away
My wife and I came in on a one night visit. A little bit of trouble with the entry process, but Jono was super quick at responding and fixing the issue. Clean and spacious bathroom, comfy bed, and the private patio was excellent. Not sure I would stay here for a longer period than a weekend, only because there was no dresser to put away my clothes. I prefer not to live out of my suitcase on trips. For a short trip, I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zafrir Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great alternative to a hotel
We enjoyed our two night stay. The room had a nice private patio with view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merci D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & Clean
Room was just perfect for our two night stay. Very clean, private & comfortable. Enjoyed coffee on the patio each morning- it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot with responsive host
Very much enjoyed our stay at this lovely spot! Comfortable bed, beautiful environment, responsive host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Veranda magic
Great cabana with large bed and nice mile walk to downtown through great neighborhood. The veranda is the best - morning, afternoon or evening! Overlooking the river valley with a glass of wine or coffee was fantastic and just set a pace for relaxation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Great location, easy check in process, clean & cozy space with a beautiful view, & good communication from host. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

PETER E., San Jose California

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Very nice time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not what expected
Not what we expected. Description should be more detailed...as in it is in a neighborhood and not walking distance to the pier or local attractions for seniors as we are. No a/c...We left after first night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2023
Hi Karen, I am so sorry that you did not find the place and location to be inline with what you expected. It seems that perhaps you did not read the detailed description or review the location of the Cabana before you booked. And maybe you did not read any of the reviews describing the neighborhood location. Also, given the temperate climate here in Santa Cruz, it is extremely rare for houses to have AC. I wish the Cabana would have been a better fit for you.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet spot in Santa Cruz
Everything we needed for a busy weekend visit to Santa Cruz Close to everything Clean and quiet Great communication with hosts Very cozy bed and sheets Great water pressure Loved sipping coffee/wine on the secluded patio and watching the birds and squirrels come and go Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorena O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sept. 15-17
Lovely cozy place. Excellent privacy and comfortable cabana. The view is beautiful and the host lab is adorable and attentive. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overnight Ironman observer
The bed was very cozy and comfortable. The shower was like a tsunami. The towels were plush. Everything was very clean and well organized. The deck looking over the mountain while the sun sets was a very nice bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect little spot!!!
This was a perfect spot to stay-and the parking spot is right in front It was private while being right next to the hosts house -there was a patio just for the little room that was lovely and private—and even though I was warned I might see their dogs, I was hopping to see them and didn’t….I love dogs and left my two at home❤️ It was clean and had the small things that make accommodations better—a Keurig and pods little creamers and sugar A little fridge Soap in the shower and a hair dryer Oh the shower is great—lots of light and lots of water pressure and stayed really hot for my ridiculously long shower!!! A little ironing board and iron were available And the bed was so big and comfy!!!! I would definitely recommend it and definitely stay again!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cole J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect all around
Every aspect of the unit was perfect. Great patio to enjoy a morning coffee. Communication with Jono was easy and made all aspects of the stay easy. Would absolutely recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our short visit
Very clean, cozy & comfortable for our quick visit to explore the West Coast. Great location in Santa Cruz….close to the Wharf which was neat to experience. We enjoyed our stay… Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little cabana
Cute little set up. Host has place set up on property so they were able to assist quickly. Very private, easy check in. Super cute and clean. Host ensures parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ellen g., Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Santa Cruz place to stay
The room was clean and the deck was lovely. We liked that it was in a quiet residential neighborhood. Host provided a fast charger for our electric car which made the visit really easy. Would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Loved, loved loved it. It was perfect for our one night stay. The bed was super comfy. Loved the view from the back yard. close to the boardwalk. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. It was everything we could've asked for on such a short notice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

marysol e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute
Was good we enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabana heaven
This host is exceptionally easy to work with and very responsive. The cabana is clean and cozy. The bed is very comfortable and we really enjoyed the slate patio. The unit is attached the host’s private home, but very private. We had a small plumbing problem and the host took care of it immediately. Overall, a very relaxing stay. I would give it 10 stars if possible!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bungalow
The view from the patio was AMAZING! Very clean and comfortable cabana.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Santa Cruz Stay
A lovely surprise in the middle of the neighborhood. Check in was easy and the view was gorgeous! The bed was the most comfortable bed we’ve slept in! Close to downtown Santa Cruz and the beach, this is a wonderful stay for travelers!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Cruz, easy!
Great comfy bed and magical to wake up to the hillside view, sunshine and happy birds! The patio was a nice spot to have a glass of wine at the end of the day. The neighborhood was quiet and it was easy to pop into town and the surrounding areas. We'll likely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Midtown cabana
Cute and homey. Bed was very comfortable. Lovely private deck.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning private patio and view
Perfect for a visit to my slug.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reed D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family overflow
Very nice location. Quiet and perfect for our needs during hs graduation weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D., Nevada City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabana
Very nice property with a great view and patio area. small but doable. Location was central for our outings. I never got the tv to work. No instructions that I could find.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
short getaway
Trip was awesome! The place was very peaceful, private, easy access, and close to everything! We only stayed one night but it was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Comfortable, & great Communication
Had a great overnight. Clean and comfortable. Hosts were kind and accommodated a special need that we had at the last minute. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cydne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great option for one or two people
Nice option especially if you plan to be out and about during much of your time in or near Santa Cruz. This was great for me for lodging during a work trip. As advertised, it’s small but it’s very cute and the patio is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a great place to stay!
It was super easy to get in to this place, located close to everything we needed, PLUS we had a mix up with our travel plans and needed to check-in early and the host was super accommodating! Also some adorable dogs will greet you through their fence, which is always a great way to kick off your stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Giselle D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
2 night stay
Pictures looked way nicer than in reality, pretty dim inside, water from shower does not get hot at all barely enough to keep you warm. Towels were very small and bedding was okay, it said it’s a Queen but it definitely is not. My husband and I were not a fan of the bed due to him being extremely tall and big built there was barely any room to even turn. Overall stay 4/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 7, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of your negative experience, and I wish you would have let me know while you were there that you were having issues with towels, hot water, etc. I have never had these kinds of comments or issues ever, so I find it very unusual. The listing clearly states that there is a double bed, not a queen. So perhaps the Cabana was just not the right accommodations for you and your husband. The excellent reviews of this property are clearly not consistent with your description or experience.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just the right size
This room was the perfect size for my wife and I escaping for the weekend. The location is nice and secluded from the rest of the house.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a great time at this little cottage. It was easy to rent and is in the perfect location. We will definitely be renting this place again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient Place to Stay
The place was a bit small, but was clean, safe and low hassle; we spent most of our time hiking and exploring downtown, but when we got back we were able to just relax. Jono was also helpful/responded right away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and basic accomodations
The cabana suited our needs for a two night visit to Santa Cruz for a wedding! Comfortable, clean, and just the necessities. Thanks Jono and family for hosting!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ravine view and singing birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine W., Riverside, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable.
Very clean. Comfortable bed. No complaints. Was very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022