"Bois Coeur" Redwood Shangri-La! - 5 Minutes to Capitola Beach

• Internet
• Pets Welcome
• Accessible
• Heater
• Fireplace
• Satellite or Cable
• Kids Welcome
• Washer & Dryer
• Parking
• TV
• No Smoking

Bedrooms

• 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8

• Queen size Beds (2) There are queen beds in 2 of the downstairs bedrooms. , Double Beds (1) There is a double futon bed upstairs, Twin or Single Beds (2) There is a twin trundle bed in one of the 3 downstairs bedrooms which side by side is equal to a king size bed

Bathrooms

• 2 Bathrooms

Location Type

• Mountain View
  The property is gently sloping with access towards the creek with nearby waterfall. Majestic redwoods surround the property and there is a large sunny south meadow for campfires (seasonal), and general playing around.
• Near The Ocean
  Located within 3 miles to the many beaches of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary, including Capitola, Pleasure Point. About 30 minutes to Monterey and Carmell
• Rural
  Beautiful 4.4 heart-shaped acres with natural park-like setting featuring towering redwoods, a sunny meadow, and adjacent creek - plenty of hiking available nearby and on property
• Village
  Capitola Village is about 3 miles down the road

Meals

• Guests provide their own meals

General

• Linens Provided
  100% cotton linens and down comforters (hypoallergenic) provided for each bed. Down alternative comforter and blankets also provided.
• Broadband Access
  Verizon works up at the property - other providers can be sketchy - usually available on upstairs porch
• Computer Available
  Wireless internet service is available at the property - Bring your laptop or other device
• Hair Dryer
• Heating
  Central forced air heat
• Internet
  Internet is available and the password will be in the guest book.
• Iron & Board
• Clothes Dryer
• Mobile Phone
  There is limited cell phone coverage at the property. Internet is available and wireless
• Parking Off Street
  There is guest parking, and RV parking on site (RV parking requires surcharge)
• Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  RV parking is available along with electrical hook-up at an additional nightly fee.
• Telephone
  telephone is available for local calls
• Washing Machine
• Wireless Internet
  Wireless Internet service is available at the property and easy to access
• Wood Fireplace
  Authentic clinker brick craftsman fireplace

Kitchen

• Kitchen
  Great country kitchen with a 2-oven AGA gas stove! There is a small Bosch dishwasher and large country sink.
• Catering Available
  Gayle's bakery and rotisserie is nearby
• Cooking Utensils
• Dishes & Utensils
  fully stocked kitchen
• Dishwasher
  I recently added a small size built-in Bosch dishwasher - yay!
• Coffee Maker
  there is a drip coffee maker, a stove top espresso and a french press Pete's Coffee provided for 2 days
• Microwave
  There is a small microwave on top of the refrigerator
• Oven
  Convection oven and baking oven and toaster oven
• Refrigerator
• Stove
  6 burner AGA with two ovens!
• Toaster
  Toaster oven on counter

Dining

• Dining Area

Entertainment

• CD Player
• DVD Player
• Satellite / Cable
  Television is located upstairs in the open 700s.f. loft furnished with a large white linen L-shaped sectional
• Television
  Very small TV and DVD player - in the upstairs loft
• VCR

Outside

• Balcony
  The front porch is fully covered, and ideal for use as a sleeping porch. The southern balcony is a great place to end the day with a glass of wine, or stargazing
• Deck / Patio
  The house is surrounded by decking which makes it perfect for entertaining and outdoor living. There is a large grassy patio area great for afternoon sunning, or playing or entertaining
• Lanai / Gazebo
• Outdoor Grill

Suitability

• wheelchair accessible
  The downstairs and surrounding decking are all one level and a ramp up the first 2 steps can be accommodated. There is no walk in shower downstairs. There is a clawfoot tub with shower overhead.

Attractions

• library
• arboretum
• churches
• cinemas
• health/beauty spa
• botanical garden
• marina
• museums
• playground
• restaurants
• winery tours

Leisure Activities

• scenic drives
• antiquing
• bird watching
• boating
• paddle boating
• photography
• beachcombing
• shelling
• shopping
• sight seeing
• walking
• whale watching
• wildlife viewing

Local Services & Businesses

• ATM/bank
• fitness center
• groceries
• hospital
• laundromat
• medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities

• pier fishing
• cycling
• golf
• hiking
• kayaking
• mountain biking
• fishing
• sailing
• snorkeling/diving
• snowmobiling
• surfing
• swimming
• wind-surfing

Notes

• 100 year old redwoods, creek, wildflowers, absolute quiet, authentic 1908 charm, lots of parking, hiking, wraparound decks, sleep in porch, casement windows huge artist loft, coffered ceilings, wainscotting, country kitchen, 4.4 acres of absolute quiet and the sweet sounds of bird calls surround you in this enchanting historic craftsman cottage. Enjoy the sounds of the babbling nearby creek, or walk down the road to the limitless hiking of Nisene Marks Park. Twin logs form a bridge across the creek into the Land of Medicine Buddha with its magical forest trails, meditation center and prayer wheel. If you are into antiques the Village of Soquel two miles down the road is the place to be. Prefer the beach? Capitola, its nightlife, beaches and restaurants are 5 minutes away. Santa Cruz is 10 minutes north on Hwy 1. There are 3 or 4 wineries on Glen Haven, Bargetto Winery, Hunter Hill Winery and Soquel Vineyards included. This heart-shaped property will embrace you with nature.