Location: Santa Cruz, Central Coast, California, USA (15 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz- Map will be sent.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 14-16)
This is a vacation home where you can really relax yet quickly get to sights and adventures close by. It will provide great memories for years to come.
The sound of birds and the whisper of the wind through the redwoods replace the rush of traffic. It's a wonderful place to relax and refresh your tired spirit, or to bring your family for a get away and local area excursions and adventures.
This beautiful, quiet, spacious and comfy Santa Cruz Mountain vacation home is located in the secluded area of the Mount Hermon Resort and Conference Center in the redwoods. It is available for weekly or shorter term rental.
This expansive mountain home has privacy you don't find just any where. With its mountain and forested views, you may wander out onto one of the many redwood balconies or garden patio with your morning cup of coffee and contemplate the serenity of the breeze playing through the trees.
It is a short walk down to the river or a stroll around the river canyon. The area is full of activities, both natural and indoors.
It is just two minutes from Felton and Roaring Camp Railroad. Felton is a little town full of history, an undiscovered gem replete with coffee shops, antique sellers, and unique restaurants. Don Quixote is a restaurant/music hall that features the best in international and regional live music (shows are daily and usually start at 8pm). Fifteen minutes away is Santa Cruz, The Board Walk, the beach and the breathtaking Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary, teeming with sea life.
This charming and spacious home offers a cozy family room plus a large luxurious living room, each with wood burning fireplaces. Depending on the option you choose, it has 2-4 bedrooms, (including a separate Bunk House that sleeps 3) plus 2-3 baths. An additional space we call the "kid cave" is a curtained alcove decorated with kids in mind. It is set up for the enjoyment of children who can use this space to play and/or sleep while visiting. Included is a white board for when they feel the need to get artistic without using the walls.
You will have easy access to the Santa Cruz beaches, Monterey Bay and Big Sur. The best of both worlds, this area provides a refreshing and nourishing vacation in the peaceful redwoods, or exploring (or even sailing) the Monterey Bay area. Available is beachcombing, deep sea fishing, surfing (including an internationally reknowned surf spot), windsurfing, ocean kayaking, shopping, fine dining, art, music of all genres and many local area wineries.
Mount Hermon Resort and Conference Center has miles of hiking trails, with water falls and suspension bridges that take you over Bean Creek or Zayante Creek. It is nestled in the heart of the coastal redwoods where you can enjoy private beaches along the creek, or walk across neighborhood bridges to visit the sandy beach areas or rent a small paddle boat. The Roaring Camp Train Depot and General Store is less then 1/4 mile away and includes The Henry Cowell Park Nature Center and Gift Shop. In less then 15 minutes by car, you can travel to one of Santa Cruz's many fine beaches. You can also do the same by taking a train ride in open cars from Roaring Camp to the beach and Santa Cruz Boardwalk (called "The Suntan Special"). Shorter Steam Train tours through the redwoods are also available, as well as a variety of theme weekends offered, including BBQ’s with full moon rides available throughout the year and during most holidays.
In addition, Mount Hermon Resort offers the first Redwood Forest Canopy adventure tour 7 days a week.
*The Proprietor also offers private sailing excursions on the Monterey Bay.
• Excursion price is $50 per person/per day, under separate and pre-arranged agreement. Capacity is 4-6 Guests. Scheduling and availability also depends on current weather conditions.
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• We require a two-night minimum (three nights on holiday weekends).
• Check-in time is after 3 PM and check out is 11:00 AM
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer (2) : Not Shared by others - Complimentary Eco-Friendly detergent is provided.
- Dryer (2) : Not shared by others - Complimentary Eco-Friendly fabric softener is provided
- Linens Provided: We provide 300 - 600 count Egyptian cotton bed linens and comforters for your sleeping comfort.
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace (2) : Wood provided
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (3) : 2 bedrooms have comfy new queen beds. One is temperpedic and one is a comfortable pull out. We can add one queen blow up bed as needed.
- Double Bed: Foam Futon in Bunk House.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : One is in the Bunk House and one in Kids Cave.
- Bunk Bed: Full size mattress below with Twin on upper level in the Bunk House.
- Convertible Bed: Queen Size
- Crib: Can rent and set up for you at an additional fee.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : All TVs are HDTV Flat Panel with cable that includes on demand and DVR recording capabilities.
- DVD (3)
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub: Secluded area off back deck with a view.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2) : The main fully-equipped kitchen includes dishwasher, filter purified cold water, ice maker and instant hot water. The kitchen is adjacent to a large dining area. The second kitchen downstairs includes the same without a dishwasher.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Also equipped with coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave, ice maker, and many other accessories.
- Refrigerator (2) : One in the main house and one located in the expansion area downstairs.
- Dishwasher: Located in the main house.
- Microwave (2)
- Ice Maker (2)
- Catering Available: We will provide catering services if desired.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill (2)
- Deck/Patio (2) : Besides the lovely garden patio, this home offers 6 balconies overlooking the forest. These are located off the Master Bedroom, Living Room and Family Room. The Bunk House has a lovely deck with secluded area for relaxing in the amongst the trees.
- Balcony (6)
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Built on a hillside, this house has large sliding double pane glass doors overlooking the forest. A short walk (5 minutes) up the road to "Inspiration Point" gives a great view of the San Lorenzo Valley.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer: Please bring your lap top to connect to our WiFi system
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Canopied Porch Swing in Garden Patio, Herb Garden
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: We love pets but have found that there is no space on the property appropriate for them.
- Kid Friendly: "Kid Cave" alcove with curtain, futon, large white board for the artists. Great for when kids want to "hide out".
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 years
- Smoking Not Allowed: Outside Only Please.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Worlds First Redwood Canopy Adventure Tours. Cruz Carz - GPS Guided history tours in 3 wheeled (motorcylce-like) vehicles or just for cruzing around town. In-Home Massage Service available
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Main House + Bunk House - $325/night - 6 to 10 Guests
Additional Space - +$125/night - 2- 4 Guests
Sailing Excursion: $50. per person, per day
** Stay 6 nights and receive the 7th night free**
*** 2 night min - Except holidays are 3 night minimum
Deposit/Security/Damage - $500
Services Fee: $150-$175.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Santa Cruz
We enjoy traveling and if you choose, we love to share our passion for sailing the Monterey Bay while you vacation in our lovely home in the redwoods.
The Unique Benefits at this House
A sailing excursion on the Monterey Bay. World's first Redwood Forest Canopy Adventure Tour. Roaring Camp Railroad and train ride to the beaches of Santa Cruz. Solitude and peaceful environment in a large house with lots of amenities and servces: Hot Tub, In-Home massage, catering services, porch swing in a beautiful garden, large HDTV, walking distance to ice cream shop and many hiking trails.
Hiking loop through giant redwoods. Easy paths plus visitors center and gift shop. Docent and self guided tours. The short Redwood Grove Nature Trail, which visits one of the finest first-growth grov
See California's towering redwood forests from two historic railroads. Travel by Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow Gauge Railroad steam trains up a narrow-gauge track through the Big Trees to Bear Mount
This park's covered bridge was built in 1892-93 and it is a California State Historical Landmark. The bridge is also believed to be the tallest covered bridge in the country. The park offers volleybal
379 Felton Empire Road ppropriately named in the 1880s and originally a retreat for the Hall family, Hallcrest sits at the crest of a small hill above the town of Felton. In 1941, Chaffee Hall, a pro
Big Basin Redwoods State Park is California's oldest State Park, established in 1902. Home to the largest continuous stand of Ancient Coast Redwoods south of San Francisco, the park consists of Old Gr
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park preserves first- and second-growth redwoods in a tranquil Santa Cruz Mountains setting. By connecting four of the park’s trails, you can walk through all of the park’
Owner's Map of Santa Cruz
Dave and EJ are both native born Californians who love to travel and sail. We especially enjoy sharing our home and Santa Cruz with our Guests and are dedicated to ensuring your stay in Santa Cruz is comfortable, restful and fun.
We provide high quality cotton linens and pillows (down comforters in winter) hair dryer, coffee, laundry soap and fabric softener.
Property Photos
- The Ridge House - Felton, California Vacation House with Private Hot Tub and Mountain View
- Front Garden Patio, Swing and Propane Fireplace (not shown) - Felton, California Vacation House with Private Hot Tub and Mountain View
- Living Room with Mountain and Forest Views, Fireplace and 42" HDTV - Felton, California Vacation House with Private Hot Tub and Mountain View
- Master Bedroom with Private Bath, Dressing Area and 2 Balconies
- Kitchen View
- Guest Bedroom - King Bed (adjacent to second bathroom)
- Family Room with Fireplace and adjacent Dining Area with Large Table
- Dining Area
- Rear Patio with SPA, Barbecue, Bunkhouse with Deck and Private Patio
- The Bunk House - Sleeps 3 (1 Child in upper bunk) - Has HDTV
- Bunk House Interior - Lower bunk is a double - (upper capacity 100 lbs max)
- Lower Area Option - Deck and Entry
- Lower Area Living Room - Has HDTV
- Lower Area Kitchen and Dining Area
- Lower Area Bedroom - Adjacent to Bathroom with Double Shower
- Be our guest and sail the Monterey Bay on Easy Passage
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