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Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Permit 171035 Featured by Sunset Magazine as a “chic escape,” this Peaceful Treehouse-style retreat blends mid-century design with natural materials like wood and stone for a calming, sanctuary feel. Light pours through floor-to-ceiling windows beneath soaring wooden beams, and Japanese-inspired doors add to the architectural charm. Set high in the trees with ocean views, the home offers three elevated decks including one with a hammock. Perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding canopy.

Luxury Modern Home/ Pets OK & FREE EV
Welcome to our 4 bed/3 bath 3,000 sq. ft. contemporary home built in 2022. Enjoy the luxurious amenities in this spacious two-story house: brand-new furniture and TVs, state-of-art kitchen, high-end appliances, spa-like master bath, radiant heated flooring, built-in speaker system, fiber Internet, and stunning light fixtures throughout. Tesla charger in garage. Conveniently located minutes to beach, golf, restaurants and shopping. Have fun with the entire family and guests in this stylish place.

Cozy Coastal Redwood Cabin
Rest and connect in this warm, cozy, and private cabin that is nestled in the redwoods. Only minutes away from Henry Cowell State Park, where you can enjoy world class mountain biking trails, hiking, or swimming in the river. Or, enjoy the beach 15 minutes away. This is a perfect place to refresh in the magic of the Coastal Redwoods. Music fills most nights either from the Felton Music Hall or from the chorus of frogs. And wake up in the mornings to the mist in the trees when the fog rolls in.

Forest Cabin & Hot Tub
Take it easy in this cozy cabin retreat in the Santa Cruz Mountains. 30 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz and beaches. This charming 400 sq. ft. studio is the perfect setting to disconnect from city life and immerse yourself in the redwoods. The cabin features a queen bed, full bathroom, kitchen & BBQ. The private yard includes a hot tub, propane firepit and hammock to fully relax and unwind. Please note the cabin is on a one way, windy road. There is WiFi but no TV or A/C. SCC Permit# 241449

Spectacular Award Winning Ocean Front 2 Bed 2 Bath
Award winning historic ocean front home with beautiful Spanish revival decor overlooking Monterey Bay. Gather around the ocean front fire pit and watch whales, seals, sealions, otters, dolphins from the traditional Talavera tiled patio. Ideally situated for walking to Pacific Grove, Cannery Row, Monterey Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf. Fine dining, bars and shopping are a short stroll away. Convenient access for 17 mile drive, Carmel and Big Sur. A spectacular home in a World famous location.

CA Dreaming w/Ocean View, Fire pit and Gardens
Wake to an ocean view from a comfy Queen bed and enjoy the large granite walk-in shower w/sky window that opens to the warmth of the sun or coolness of the rain. Relax with your morning brew in the beautiful gardens and sip your evening drink by the fire pit. Take a deep breath and enjoy the forest/ ocean view followed by the quiet of a star filled sky. This is the CA/Zen blend… magical, peaceful and pure relaxation. Come renew your spirit. Don't believe it's this good? Read the reviews...

Beautiful Studio in Seaside Sleeps 4
This cozy studio in seaside is recently renovated it includes most necessary amenities. There is a beautiful front yard below with a waterfall/ pond and fire pit area that is shared with front unit. The studio has a gas fireplace and lots of skylights for plenty of light. Nice ocean views PS: This is an upstairs unit with a staircase to enter the studio, if you have a problem climbing stairs this might not be the right fit for you. Please consider booking our 1 bedroom unit located below

Serene Redwood Retreat w/Modern Comfort
At our Modern cabin nestled among 150 year old redwoods, we invite you to embark on a unique adventure of embracing the outdoors while only minutes from town. Wine tasting in downtown Carmel, World Class Golf at Pebble Beach or Hiking trails of Point Lobos and Big Sur. "Magical", "Amazing", "A True Sanctuary" are just a few words used by our guest to describe their stay with us. Get away and unplug in the stillness and solitude of our Serene Redwood Retreat. Please see property description.

3 Bedroom Vacation Home - The Hummingbird
Hello Welcome to Monterey The Hummingbird house is a Japanese themed three bedroom Vacation Hideaway. It's a quiet peaceful sanctuary where you can rest, relax and unwind You will feel at-home and at-peace in this tranquil and harmonious setting Conveniently located in a quiet little residential neighborhood, it’s an ideal setting for your vacations, business trips or romantic getaways to the Monterey Bay Area. We hope you enjoy your visit to Monterey Thank you. Safe Travels

Beautiful Farm in Carmel Valley
Our 2 bedroom guest house in beautiful Carmel Valley is close to Monterey, Big Sur, Pebble Beach and Carmel by the Sea. Sight see all day and escape to a pastoral setting five minutes from Carmel Valley Village with quaint shops, restaurants and over 20 wine tasting rooms. Visit with our alpacas, horses, giant tortoises, goats, sheep, donkey and more! Wake up to sunshine, fresh air and the donkey braying for breakfast! (Due to the nature of our farm we have a strict "No Pets" policy).

Beach Cottage - walk to beach and restaurants
This 1,100 sq. ft. single level cottage is one block to Lovers Point beach, downtown Pacific Grove and the AT&T Pro-Am Golf shuttle. Comfortably sleeps five in the peaceful town of Pacific Grove California. Close to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, Pebble Beach, 17-Mile Drive, and all Monterey Peninsula activities. Cottage includes a family room and living room to watch a movie, play board games or read a book. Private backyard with comfortable seating. City license #0479
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- Santa Cruz Beach
- Capitola Beach
- Pinnacles National Park
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Carmel Beach
- SAP Center
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Carmel Beach
- Seacliff State Beach
- Winchester Mystery House
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- Manresa Main State Beach
- Big Sur Campground & Cabins
- Davenport Beach
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Seabright Beach
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
- Santa Cruz Wharf





