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5.0920
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55Pretty and private meadow. Toys and paper towels provided. The upper...
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55We just love this space! Thank you!
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Hillside meadow

San Jose, California
Fully Fenced
2 acres
4.98920 Reviews
Top spot
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Hosted by Kristie M.

Hillside meadow

San Jose, California
Host avatar
Hosted by Kristie M.
4.98920 Reviews
Top spot
Fully Fenced
2 acres
Hillside meadow - San Jose, California
Hillside meadow - San Jose, California
Hillside meadow - San Jose, California

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

6+ ft

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing type(s): Chain link - non-privacy


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

Sometimes

You may hear the neighbors dogs, they cannot run the fence line, but they maybe audible at times

GUEST FEEDBACK

62% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsYes

Other domestic animals

Yes (Always)

We have 5 chickens, about 200 ft from the spot and completely enclosed. They maybe heard occasionally

GUEST FEEDBACK

69% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

This generally a quiet neighborhood. You may see or hear people, from a distance, occasionally. We have a few neighbors, but they are fantastic. Very nice and they are animal people. They full support my "Sniff Spot" adventure

GUEST FEEDBACK

42% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

We are located at a base of a small hill, we also do a bit of animal rescue work, so the sign at the driveway entrance says "Calero Pet Retreat" The entrance to our "Sniff Spot" is about 15 feet up the driveway on the right hand side. There is a "Sniff Spot" sign right on the gate.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can

Table


Pricing
$15 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!

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Location

San Jose, California

Description

Beautiful 2 acres, sloping hillside leading to a lush pasture meadow. Peaceful and secluded, plenty of shade and also large sunny areas. Fresh waters available at all times. Fully fenced with 6 ft chain link, easy access and property hosts always on . **we have now added lighting for night time use!!

Cleanliness

95% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Max dogs per booking
20

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

Top spot!

This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.98 (920 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Kristie M.

Joined in November 2023

My husband and I have lived in Almaden valley for several years now. We have a small ranch and also work with special needs rescue pups. So happy to be here for pups and their people, life is fleeting, lets all enjoy!


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