Vacation Rental Description
This 3,200 square foot gated estate home is nestled in the redwood forest centrally located between the urban magic of San Francisco and the luxurious golf courses of Monterey's Pebble Beach, and 25 minutes to world renowned surfing spots and beaches of Santa Cruz. The property is a vacation destination, and is perfect for groups that want private rooms for each traveler, family reunions, corporate retreats, small weddings, or memorable vacations with multiple families. Set on two beautifully landscaped acres, enjoy the black-bottom pool and separate spa, or lounge on the spacious 2000 sq ft of decks with soaring mountain views of the largest trees in the world, the Coastal Redwoods. Children will love the sturdy tree house with rope swing, and the adults can always find a quiet spot to sit in the shade to read on the many decks or in the garden. The entire property is fenced and private, within a ten minute walk of the historic logging town of Boulder Creek which boasts great restaurants, quaint shops, and hosts it's own Art and Wine Festival on Memorial weekend that draws thousands of festival fans.
The 6 bedroom well appointed home is comfortable and inviting, with a fabulous chef's kitchen with Viking stove and expansive stone counters providing plenty of space for everyone to cook together, and an additional fully stocked kitchen on the lower floor that provides versatility for special functions. The library converts to a separate bedroom area, with an additional private bedroom in the carriage house with kitchenette (uses bathroom in main house).
Local Attractions:
*15 minutes to Big Basin Redwood State Park
*15-20 minutes to two challenging local golf courses
*30 minutes to the beaches of Santa Cruz
*35 minutes to the Beach Boardwalk, where one of the world's best wood frame roller coasters is revered by coaster buffs from around the world.
*20 minutes to Roaring Camp Railroad for train trips through the redwoods and Civil War reenactments.
*35 minutes to the Santa Cruz wharf, famous for their seafood restaurants and the yearly Clam Chowder Cook-off
*25 minutes to Loch Lomond reservoir for fishing boat rentals
*Wine tasting offered at 12 local wineries within a 20 mile radius
The home and linens are cleaned with environmentally "green" products that eliminate most allergy concerns, and you'll never run out of hot water for bathing, as the home has been converted to on-demand hot water heaters. In case of an area power outage, the house will automatically convert to generator power so activities don't have to stop.
There are so many things to do in the area your group may want to make this a yearly event. If your group has special interests please let us know and we can provide information. This home can be your solution to a stress free, memorable vacation or event. Call for more photos, or to learn more about the possibilities for small weddings and corporate retreats.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Garage
Heating
Ice Maker
Jacuzzi
Kitchen
Microwave
Open Fire
Amenity Parking
Private Pool
Refrigerator
Sterio
TV
Washer
Gourmet kitchen on main floor includes Viking 6 burner + grill w/double ovens, 30 + herbs/spices, stoneware + crystal/china/linens. Paper products provided. Two sets of washer/dryers. Environmentally friendly cleaning/laundry products. Covered fitness deck w/treadmill, hand weights, heavy bag, and hammock. Wheelchair access without steps on main level include 4 of the 7 private sleeping areas. Handicapped grab bars in the Master retreat shower. Indoor jacuzzi + outdoor hot tub. Luxurious Egyptian cotton high threadcount sheets and bath towels + separate pool towels. Hair dryers in all baths. Computer workstation w/printer. DSL. Tree house w/swing. Indoor gas fireplace. Outdoor wood burning fireplace on large view deck. Firewood provided. 55" TV in living room w/surround sound, plus 2 other TVs. Large movie, music, and book libraries. Ironing station. Children/adult games. Piano and guitar. Info provided for local activities/restaurants.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Cinema
Fishing
Horse Riding
Hunting/Rock Climbing
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Night Clubs
Restaurant
Sailing
Shopping
Theater
Theme park
Water Sports
Big Basin Redwood State Park and two challenging local golf courses at Pasatiempo and Boulder Creek Country Club are within minutes. The property is close to the beaches and surfing spots of Santa Cruz, the Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, and the Santa Cruz wharf, but above the coastal fog line so if the summer fog rolls in you have many other options. Many excellent local wineries are open for public tastings including David Bruce, Bonny Doon, Cinnabar, Bargetto, Byington, Alghren, Hallcrest, and Roudon Smith to name a few. UC Santa Cruz provides many entertainment opportunities such as the Shakespeare Santa Cruz Festival in July and August and the world famous Arboretum open daily. Highlands Park offers the Scottish Highland Games in October. For day trips, visit the famous Pebble Beach golf courses and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, or venture a bit furthur down the rocky California coast to Big Sur or north to San Francisco.