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Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.

Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame

The Knotty Pine A-Frame *Lake Access*
Cozy A-Frame with rare PRIVATE LAKE ACCESS nestled in a grove of tall pine and cedar. 90 minutes from YOSEMITE (Big Oak Flat gate), 20 mins from PINE CREST lake and 30 mins to DODGE RIDGE. Perfect for small families and couples looking for a quiet place to relax. Come enjoy a private, peaceful getaway from city life in the Twain Harte mountains. You'll love the sounds of birds singing, the stream trickling and fresh mountain air blowing through the pines. A quiet, peaceful and serene experience!

The Beechwood Suite: A Modern Mountain Sanctuary
Enjoy the serene setting of this modern suite, nestled in the trees. Gaze out the full wall of windows, and catch a glimpse of the wildlife drinking from the Fresno River. Feel like you are secluded in the woods, but quickly make your way to the highway, and on your adventure to Yosemite National Park and other wonderful outdoor destinations. This generously appointed studio has everything you need for a weekend trip, or an extended work from anywhere getaway. LGBTQIA+ friendly host and listing.

Mountain Meadow Cabin/HotTub/Fireplace/Yosemite/BL
Mountain Meadow Cabin is a charming all cedar cabin with modern amenities. Bask in the ambiance of the gorgeous open stone fireplace. Play cards or boardgames by the light of the fire and/or the grand wagon wheel chandelier. Enjoy the wrap around deck, watch the wildlife roam through, and tell stories by the outdoor chiminea year round! Swim, fish, kayak, and paddle board in the pond, hike Lewis Trail, and explore Yosemite, then relax in the bubbling hot tub! MMC….YOUR vacation destination!

An oasis on a private retreat
A beautifully secluded area (40+ acres) surrounded by natural beauty with lovely views of Elkhorn Slough and the Pacific Ocean, away from the maddening crowd. Yet, accessible to Carmel / Pebble Beach / Santa Cruz. A variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, bicycling, kayaking, golfing and whale watching. A full breakfast is served daily. It should also be noted it is a gated property and the home is accessed through a dirt / gravel private country lane which is 0.75 mile from the gate.

Love Creek Cabin | Nature Escape | Arnold-Murphys
We are delighted to share a truly remarkable retreat: a meticulously restored cabin, originally built in 1934. This exceptional property offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in nature and profound tranquility. This cozy, secluded, and off-grid cabin is furnished with luxury amenities, modern conveniences, and a well-equipped kitchen. It's situated on 2.5 acres, with its private creek. Easily accessible via a paved road, 3 minutes to Avery, 8 minutes to Arnold, and 12 minutes to Murphys.

The Cottage at The A Bar
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish cottage nestled in the middle of an almond orchard on a private road. Collect fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast paired with fresh fruits and vegetables from the garden! Spend a peaceful evening sipping a beverage on the porch or take a relaxing walk along the river. Geographically speaking, we like to say we are in between The Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco and Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.

Birds Nest, cozy, rustic, romantic, pond front
Come stay at this rustic, unique, hand sculpted cob earth house in the heart of the gold country surrounded by wilderness. The house is magical inside and out, with unique curved walls and ceilings, facing a seasonal pond and home to much wildlife. Sit outside at night under the Milky Way, watching shooting stars and listening to toads in the pond. Please note the bedroom is upstairs, the bathroom is down an external staircase. There is no oven.

Sierra Foothills River Retreat
Enjoy a private guest suite on the Mokelumne river with no cleaning fees and a hassle free stay. Fall asleep to the sound of the river. Sit on 1 of 3 decks to enjoy the scenic views and watch the wildlife. Walk in the river, go fishing, pan for gold. The lower deck on the river has a hammock & 2 person swing. Visit Silver lake, Kirkwood, Big Trees Nat. Park or Lake Tahoe. Go wine tasting, antiquing or hiking.

Amazing Country Setting at Cottage Creek Vineyards
Lovely 1000 Sq. ft. Cottage in the heart of wine country. A 400 sq. ft. delightful back patio with fire pit, full kitchen and bathroom makes this the perfect home away from home. Amenities include queen bed, wifi, TV's, fire place, & parking. We are a live winery and have wine tasting two weekends and two Friday evenings a month. We usually have live music, wine tasting is in the same vicinity as the Cottage.

Cabin. Horses&Goats. Dog Friendly. 10 Acres
A 10 Acre Escape with Goats, Horses, Birds, Trees, Fresh Air and A Full View of Stars at Night. Only 1 Hour to Sacramento 2 Hours to San Fran 30 minutes to Restaurants and Wineries Self Checkin Pet Friendly If you choose to venture out of the cabin we have over 10 acres to roam where you’ll have the opportunity to encounter our super friendly goats, majestic horses, wildlife and many plants and trees.
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