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SC Boat Harbor/Boardwalk Hideaway
SC Boat HarborBoardwalk Hideaway House Manual/Rules Centrally located near Safeway, grocery outlet bargain market, whole foods, Trader Joe’s, Costco, Capitola Mall. Easy access on and off Highway 1 and Highway 17 Important information in case of emergency In the event of any major problems such as: 1. Fire- 911 2. Sickness -911 3. PAMF Urgent Care or 4. Dignity Health Hospital – 6500 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 5. Plummer- Jim-831-419-4906 6. Lisa- 831-419-3460 House Rules Cleaning fees $100 No smoking/drugs allowed on premises at anytime No loud parties No overnight guests without host knowledge . Under no circumstances should anything be put in toilets or bathroom/kitchen sinks that would clog up or cause any blockage. - [ ] Bathroom: all feminine products and paper towels, etc. should be placed in waste basket in bathrooms. Clogged toilets will be charged to guests! Kitchen: oils/greasy items to be placed in garbage cans instead of in kitchen sink. Remove all garbage to outside house garbage cans. All rooms:candles not to be used at any time by guests. Bedroom: remove sheets and pillow cases from bed, put in laundry basket and bathroom, but, Leave shams on pillows, and top bedspread draped on foot board of bed. Empty waste baskets and remove items from closet and under beds.

Mountain Retreat
Escape to the serene beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains of Los Gatos! Our charming cottage rental is nestled amidst the towering redwoods, 30mins from Silicon Valley or Santa Cruz, and only 15mins from downtown LG, but feels isolated if you want get away from it all. The cottage features a living room (w/optional murphy bed) & full kitchen/dining area. Amenities like wifi, streaming and washing/dryer available in unit. Bedroom features king size bed and private backyard area. Pet friendly.

Felton Forest Cottage Near Henry Cowell State Park
Your new weekend retreat! The Cottage is situated on unique forest-farm acreage across the street from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, surrounded by redwood fairy circles and a beautiful stream. [Permit #: 181566] Charming, private, and yet handily walkable/drivable to parks surrounding the town of Felton and the Santa Cruz Mountain area. About 1 hour south of San Francisco, we're a quick 14 minute drive down picturesque Highway 9 to downtown Santa Cruz and it's popular beaches and Boardwalk.

Kings Mountain Studio Cabin
Enjoy a cozy STUDIO Cabin nestled in the Redwoods up on Kings Mountain. For those who are inclined to have an active lifestyle, We are close to Purisima Creek, Huddart Park, and El Corte De Madera Hiking and Biking Trails. This space is perfect for two! (read more about the space) 20 minutes away from Half Moon Bay with beautiful beaches and 30 min. from Stanford, Palo Alto. We are adjacent to The Mountain House Restaurant. Res recommended. Short drive to local breakfast place. NO PETS!

Cozy garden westside king suite STR18-0122
This cool and comfortable private space is a great spot to stay while visiting Santa Cruz. Close to everything yet private with its own private entrance and in a quiet setting with an outdoor sitting area. The neighborhood is old Santa Cruz and close to everything. Don’t forget the comfortable king bed! The best deal in Santa cruz! IMPORTANT NOTE: I am required to collect the city mandated short term rental tax in cash when you arrive because the city of Santa Cruz . Please have it ready.

Charming Light-Filled Carriage House Apartment
Our 1928 carriage house apartment is walking distance to the Boardwalk, beach, wharf, basketball stadium, and downtown. Cowells and Main Beaches, Steamers Lane, Boardwalk, wharf, and West Cliff Drive (path along the ocean) are all a quick 5 min walk from our house. The apartment is located in a private garden setting, away from the main street, behind our home. There is a separate dedicated garden space for you to use. We hope you will love this historical neighborhood as much as we do!

Carriage House on West Cliff Drive 18-0090
Historic stand-alone Victorian carriage house on the grounds of oceanfront home, Epworth-by-the-sea. Fully furnished. Gas heating stove, well-stocked gourmet kitchen, comfortable bedroom, luxurious and opulent bathroom. Perfect for a romantic getaway, or for extended stays. Free WiFi, parking, cable. Pet friendly (additional fee applies) and well located to enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer. Posted rates include mandated SC Hotel Tax, NOT charged for stays longer than 30 nights.

The Cottage Getaway by the Sea
The Cottage Getaway by the Sea is a single level one bedroom stand alone cottage on a cliff over Rio Del Mar Beach w/ 180 degree WOW views of the Monterey Bay. Seasonally enjoy dolphins, whales, & great sunsets! Located in a peaceful neighborhood, this is a perfect place for a quiet romantic getaway or just to read, relax, & enjoy. We are one of the few airbnbs with a California King Bed! Pricing is per night for one; 2nd person +$25 per nite PERMITTED vacation rental #181420

Cabana in Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
Nestled in the Sierra Azul Mountain Range in Los Gatos, we enjoy AMAZING unobstructed views of the Entire Silicon Valley... San Francisco to Gilroy from 1700ft altitude! This private retreat is perfect for relaxing and rejuvenating, surrounded by forest, streams and wildlife! Relax in complete solitude, refresh with chemical-free, great tasting spring water and crisp clean air high above the smog of Silicon Valley! Great Hiking/Biking Trails at your backdoor!

Sunny Harborside Bungalow
Private small cozy 1 br/1ba bungalow. This space boasts a taste of Latin American beach, Spanish tile floors and wood furniture. Kitchenette with an induction burner and xl toaster oven (no range) , full size fridge, private patio seating, umbrella, tropical plants. Bathroom with a small shower. Curtained off bedroom with full closet, queen bed. Living room has day bed/couch with twin mattress for 3rd guest. Plz read “other details to note” before booking.

Orchard Cottage in convenient countryside location
Orchard Cottage is a newly refurbished historical home in a rural neighborhood 10 minutes from downtown Los Gatos. Lots of wildlife and local private hiking trails make this location in the Santa Cruz Mountains a peaceful retreat from city life. Enjoy your private deck and yard or visit our ducks for a mini-farm experience. Lots of nearby hiking and wineries, and only 25 minutes to Santa Cruz beaches. Please contact me with any questions!

Quiet guesthouse near SJ airport with EV charger
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Brand new guesthouse build and landscape completed in 2023. Our guesthouse offers a full kitchen, WiFi, self check-in, FREE parking and washer and dryer. Tesla Universal EV charger Level 2 60 amp avilable for guest use. Centrally located in Downtown San Jose. A quick drive to the SJ airport, SAP Center, San Pedro Square, Levi’s Stadium, San Jose State University and Santa Clara University.
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Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience

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Santa Clara Guest House w/King Bed and Parking
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Los Gatos/Cambrian COTTAGE-HOT TUB/pvt.parking

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Private cottage in the heart of Silicon Valley

TheStudio in Willow Glen (San Jose) CA-95125

Beautiful private guest house in downtown San Jose

Downtown Campbell Executive Cottage

Private Cozy Suite Los Gatos - Saratoga
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Santa Cruz stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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