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Peace, Love and Sunset Ranch

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· Watsonville, Santa Cruz, California

5 acres hosted by Yeyen G.

6 lodging sites · 4 tent sites

Creature comforts

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

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Best newcomers: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Staff verified

Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

Your cooking supplies, stoves, barbeque and dinnerwares are inclusive! Located in a serene oakwood grove area, our private campground offers a peaceful getaway with an abundance of bird varieties and occasional wild turkeys passing through. Take a stroll around our 5-acre property and catch a breathtaking sunset from the hillside. We're only 11 minutes away from Mount Madonna State Park and just 10 minutes from a local healthy grocery store and yoga studio. The beautiful Pajaro Dunes coastal area is just a 15-minute drive away, and the Santa Cruz Fairground is only two minutes away. Our location is surrounded by family friendly farms such as Gizdich ranch and nurseries, hence why it's considered the salad bowl of the United States. The Santa Cruz beaches are only 15-25 minutes away, while Monterey Bay Aquarium is just 30 minutes away and Gilroy Gardens is about 25 minutes away. The wine trail is also nearby. There are plenty of activities to enjoy nearby, including horseback riding at Mount Madonna Stable, Mount Madonna Retreat Center, hiking at Mount Madonna State Park, wine tastings at various wineries with stunning views, kayaking at Elkhorn Slough or any beaches, yoga at Watsonville Yoga or onsite, swimming, scuba diving in Monterey, visiting the Hanoman temple at Mount Madonna retreat center, and attending any events at the Santa Cruz Fairground. Julie, our campground manager offers horse lessons for anyone starting at age 8 + but not heavier than 180 lbs. The property has 3 stalls for hot showers, 1 hand washing sink, 3 flushable toilette, 1 communal outdoor kitchen with supplies of cookwares, dishes, mugs, glasses, utensils, pots and pans, coffee mugs, and 1 sink with hot water, 3 fire pits (2 of them is fire burning and 1 of them is propane), camping stoves, 1 gas barbeque and there is an electricity in the communal kitchen area. Propane for fireplace is included and Firewoods are available for sale. No need to bring your cooking utensils. Salt and pepper are provided. No need to bring your own cooking supplies and dinnerware unless you prefer to do so. Board games as well as drawing paper and easel are provided as well. Your parking spot is within a very short walking distance and there is a wagon for you to use to haul your belongings to your camp site.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Horseback riding

Paddling

Natural features

Mountainous

Field

Wetlands

Farm

95%

125 ratings · 96 reviews

Nayana U.recommends

September 6, 2024

Be Kind and Cozy tent

"My boyfriend and I had an amazing experience camping at this private ranch! The atmosphere was perfect for a peaceful getaway, and the setting was stunning. We loved how secluded it felt, making it easy to truly disconnect and relax.The hosts were incredibly welcoming, and everything was well-maintained and thoughtfully set up. Whether you're looking for a romantic retreat or a quiet escape into nature, this place is a perfect choice. Highly recommend!"

Crystal H.recommends

August 24, 2024

Delightful Gypsy Wagon

Great little camp ground. The Gypsy Wagon is best for 1 or 2 people. It as advertised for 3. It is close to great wineries and the beach. I will be back. Easy check in. Only suggestion is maybe a few hooks to hang towels or other items.

Gaylene T.

August 21, 2024

Country Home

Great Location!

Great place to stay for families or groups. We were a little disappointed that we could hear (and be heard by) the small children who live downstairs. Also a few appliances didn't work, like the oven, and there weren't a lot of plates to eat on. Otherwise, well stocked for cooking and comfy beds.

Tanya B.recommends

August 20, 2024

Flexible tent site

Camp was cozy. Has alot of amenities. Bathrooms and showers were very clean and super cute set up. The kitchen area was convient and had alot of extras to use if you forgot something ( we forgot a spatula) there was one we can use. The sites are close together but everyone there was friendly and cordial. Great camp will stay again.

Jenny E.recommends

August 20, 2024

Honesty Tent site

Great place with really good amenities. Quiet, relaxed and friendly, we would definitely come again!

Susan H.recommends

August 19, 2024

Honesty Tent site

What a lovely stay we had at this camping resort. They had the tent all sleeping mats and bags. Very clean and great showers

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