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Guest house in Santa Cruz

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviews

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.

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Guest house in Santa Cruz

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 490 reviews

Garden Oasis Guesthouse Relax, Surf & Adventure

Welcome to our Artistic Garden retreat! Centrally located in the heart of Santa Cruz, 1 mile from Sunny Cove Beach and Pleasure Point. Close to the boardwalk, yacht harbor, Downtown Santa Cruz & Capitola. Detached guesthouse & spacious lush yard, fully furnished, outdoor area and more. Our 1/2 acre farmhouse lot is a garden oasis with lush palms, proteas, bamboo & succulents weaving throughout. Our garden and private lot have it all! 1 night stay ok when available just ask. No animals allowed.

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Guest house in Santa Cruz

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 613 reviews

Sunny Harborside Bungalow

Private 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. Private 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 "the space" section before booking re: 14% city tax payment required.

Guest favourite

Guest house in Santa Cruz

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

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.

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Guest house in Felton

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Cozy Coastal Redwood Cabin

Rest and connect in this warm, cozy 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.

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Guest house in Boulder Creek

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Custom Tiny Home Retreat in the Redwoods

This retreat offers guests a unique experience of living in a well designed, minimalist space while having all one really needs. From the nautically-inspired curved ceiling w/ skylights to the custom redwood trim, this cozy retreat will inspire. Relax on the private deck with the fire pit, walk to the river or enjoy the local trails thru the towering redwoods. Santa Cruz beaches are just 35 min away, 25 min to Big Basin and Henry Cowell, and 35 min to fine dining in Saratoga.

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Guest house in Felton

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews

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. 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.

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Guest house in Santa Cruz

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 634 reviews

Upper WS Guesthouse-2mi. from UC, Downtown & Beach

This detached guesthouse, recently updated in May 2023, is 500 sq. ft and 20ft. away from the main house. It’s located up the driveway & tucked away on the right side of the property. Perfect for 2 people but can sleep 3-4 (convertible couch OR queen air mattress). Close to popular destinations such as: UC Santa Cruz campus (approx. 2 miles), Boardwalk, desired beaches (approx. 2 miles), downtown Santa Cruz, hiking trails etc. Fully furnished guesthouse w/washer & dryer.

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Guest house in Felton

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

Studio with redwoods in backyard, infrared sauna

Deer Run sanctuary nestled in the redwoods, with bubbling brook nearby. private and secluded yet walking distance to felton's town center restaurants and shoppings. Five minute walk to Henry Cowell State Park and a short 6 mile drive to Santa Cruz's beaches and downtown. The studio has a private entrance, kitchenette, bathroom and gas fireplace. Deck surrounded by redwoods, with outdoor grill, is partitioned for privacy. Studio is good for couples and solo travelers.

Guest favourite

Guest house in Santa Cruz

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 371 reviews

Cottage over Mountain Pond!

Enjoy a plush one bedroom bungalow with separate living room, full bath, rustic pinewood floors and wall paneling (harvested on property), perched on a hill next to our orchard, with a view of our pond. The unit sits in our park-like property of 10 acres. We have our own gardens, fruit orchards, meadows and our own private pond which you can walk around. Next door is a well known winery and tasting room, and only 3 miles down the hill are the beautiful coastal beaches.

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Guest house in Watsonville

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

The Tanoak Casita + hot tub + aquarium tix

Walk up the steps under the indigenous and mystical Tanoak and into your idyllic getaway, curving around Coast Live Oak tree and settled under the shade of Redwoods. You'll feel as if you're up in the canopy while completely earthed into the landscape, surrounded by natural plaster walls and clean-line minimalist details. Enjoy the hot tub overlooking the tree canopy. 2-night reservations include 2x free guest passes to the Monterey Bay Aquarium! See more details below.

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Guest house in Los Gatos

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 874 reviews

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!