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The Secret Gardens by the Bay

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· Watsonville, Santa Cruz, California

5 acres hosted by Yeyen G.

10 lodging sites · 8 RV/tent sites · 7 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Yeyen is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

This is a brand new listing on Hipcamp. The Secret Gardens 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). What to expect: - Access to fully stocked kitchen: 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 smores

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47 ratings · 33 reviews

Megan O.recommends

December 5, 2024

Your (Medium size) RV @ The Secret

Second stay’s a charm

Second stay and it was just as beautiful. Every detail of the location is so well thought out. Hosts are extremely kind and responsive. Nearby beautiful beaches. Will return very soon

Dave O.recommends

December 1, 2024

Your (Medium size) RVThe Secret

I just can't find enough great things to say about Secret Gardens. The photos in Hipcamp of Secret Garden don't even begin to convey how wonderfully unique and beautiful this site is. Secret Garden is anything but a campground. Every structure seems to be carved into their natural surroundings. The central kitchen is open and airy with everything you'll need for any meal of the day. The fire pit is a great place to meet others and exchange stories. Secret Gardens is truly a magical place.

Echo V.recommends

November 20, 2024

Your own tent @ Secret Gardens

Loved loved loved Yeyen's property, it was absolutely beautiful. We tent-camped and we were the only ones there on a Monday, and we will definitely be returning for a longer stay. There is a warm shower available, fire pit with firewood available, and a full kitchen area. It felt unreal, like a fairytale.

Audrey K.recommends

November 4, 2024

Book the entire Secret Gardens

I cannot recommend this campground enough. This was the second time I was lucky enough to stay here. We had a large group with varied comfort levels when it comes to camping/glamping. All the rooms had very comfortable beds and each had their own unique theme/charm. The campground has plenty of bathrooms (and hot showers), which were spotless and well-stocked. The kitchen is equipped with a very large grill, stovetop with professional griddle, a pizza oven, two industrial size refrigerators, and a chest freezer. They also provide various cooking utensils, pots, pans, cutting boards, etc., which makes for a seamless packing experience. On top of the facilities, the hosts were incredibly accommodating and responsive. Yeyen set up the fire pit for the most cozy fire and her husband, the expert carpenter behind this wonderful place, saved the day by helping us with the pizza oven. You will not regret staying here!

Jake F.recommends

September 28, 2024

Your own tent @ Secret Gardens

Great private camping space with more amenities and shelter options.

Danielle V.recommends

September 28, 2024

Your own Tent @ The Secret G

The Secret Garden

The Secret Garden was beyond our expectations! Greeted upon arrival by a very lovely Yeyen, she showed us the grounds; a oasis in the trees complete with a communal kitchen, beautifully appointed bathrooms, choice of tent camping or cabins … it was magical!! Highly recommend!

Location

Watsonville, Santa Cruz, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Popeloutchom (Amah Mutsun) and Ohlone First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking