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California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails

Ben Lomond accommodation with kitchen

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A covered porch with a wicker sofa, a striped rug, and a hexagonal planter with flowers.
A dining area with a glass-top table, four wooden chairs, and a view of a forest through large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bench, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a dishwasher, and a window with a view.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and two bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ben Lomond, CA
  • Place, Felton Covered Bridge Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Roaring Camp Railroads
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ben Lomond

In Ben Lomond .At this Ben Lomond cottage, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Felton Covered Bridge Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Luminescence Healing Haven and Roaring Camp Railroads are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Felton Covered Bridge Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Luminescence Healing Haven - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Wilder Ranch State Park - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Series - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rocky's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Monty's Log Cabin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bruno's Bar and Grill - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails

This Ben Lomond cottage is ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful vacation rental nestled amongst the trees. Visit wineries, wander Santa Cruz beaches, and explore the beauty of the Redwoods Forest, all from this 1-bedroom, 1-bath abode. Lounge by the fire pit and admire lush forest views, or kick back in the living room with loved ones. Less than a mile away is the quaint little town of Ben Lomond, where you can grab a bite, visit the park with your pup, or enjoy views of the San Lorenzo River.

-- THE PROPERTY --

221387 | Pet Friendly w/ Fee |
Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished front porch, charcoal grill, reclining tanning chairs
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, electric fireplace, bar-height dining table
KITCHEN: Breakfast bar, refrigerator, microwave, gas range/oven, dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, trash bags/paper towels, Instant Pot, blender, toaster
GENERAL: Central heating, linens/towels, washer/dryer, ceiling fans, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board, keyless entry
FAQ: Single story, stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip, max 1 dog), homeowner on-site, quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM), no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

BEN LOMOND (0.4 miles): Local grocer, hardware store, gift shop, coffee shop, Italian bakery & pizzeria, breakfast & lunch restaurant, 2 dinner restaurants, Ben Lomond County Park, Highlands Park (access to the San Lorenzo River)
SIGHTSEEING: Bigfoot Discovery Museum (4 miles), Roaring Camp (4 miles), Redwood Canopy Tour (4 miles), Old Train Trestle Bridge (5 miles), Downtown Santa Cruz (10 miles), UC Santa Cruz (11 miles), Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk (11 miles), The Mystery Spot (11 miles)
ACTIVITIES IN NATURE: Felton Covered Bridge County Park (3 miles), Quail Hollow Ranch County Park (3 miles), Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (3 miles), Fall Creek Trail (4 miles), Loch Lomond Recreation Area (7 miles), West Glenwood Preserve (9 miles), Bonny Doon Ecological Preserve (9 miles), Big Basin State Park (12 miles)
VINEYARD TOURS & WINE TASTINGS: Hallcrest Vineyards (3 miles), McHenry Vineyards (9 miles), Big Basin Vineyards (10 miles), Beauregard Vineyards (10 miles), MJA Vineyards (11 miles), Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard (11 miles), Byington Vineyard & Winery (12 miles), David Bruce Winery (12 miles)
AIRPORT: Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (34 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 1 dog)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- No fireworks
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This single-story property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
- NOTE: If you are bringing pets, please ensure that they are properly house trained and deflead

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

460523

Frequently asked questions

How close is California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails to the airport?

This cottage is 23.9 mi (35-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails to the beach?

This cottage is 13.6 mi (35-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 10.4 mi (23-min drive) from Seabright Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails to downtown Ben Lomond?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Ben Lomond.

California Cottage < 4 Mi to Redwood Hiking Trails Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

Home Away From Home

We are repeaters. We just love this cottage. It is so comfortable and a wonderful home away from home. Lynn's gardens are beautiful, the redwoods are majestic and if that weren't enough....there are hummingbirds!!!!!This is also one of the best stocked kitchens we've stayed in. Lynn is also a wonderful host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liza H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an AWESOME place to stay. Besides the small town atmosphere and the sight of tall redwoods, this guest house was wonderful. It was clean, well decorated and had a comfy bed. The back yard and porch are very welcoming!We definitely will come back!!!
Our lab Scout exploring the back yard
Scout smiling because of her digging fun at Twin Leaks Beach.
Another view of her in the backyard, but ready to come in.
Scout decides to be my lap dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

JL

Beautiful inside and out. Would definitely stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The California Cottage was cozy and clean. It had everything we needed for a fabulous, stress-free getaway. Surrounded by big ancient redwoods, too, we felt tucked in and secluded. Magic!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Wonderful!

This rental was so nice! We had everything we needed and more. Great location! I would definitely stay here again!! Highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay at the cozy cottage

Our stay was wonderful! The cottage is beautifully designed and very cozy. The scenery from the front porch is breathtaking. We look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Stayed for 5 nights while in town for a wedding. Cottage was clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything you could possibly need. Would 10/10 stay again when I visit the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Enjoyed every moment and felt at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Loved all the outdoor spaces. The house was quiet, except for an occasional dog barking. Restaurants were in town and Santa Cruz was a 20min drive. The house had everything we needed. LOVED the counter top ice maker!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest house

We’ve stayed at a lot of short term rentals but this has to be one of the cutest, well appointed, and best stocked ever. Great house in a great location!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Relaxing stay at a cozy cottage!

The cottage was cozy and beautifully decorated. It was fully stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay! The view from the front porch was breathtaking! And the host was very warm and welcoming. We look forward to staying there again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

I had a wonderful stay among the redwoods. This home had everything I needed, plus a beautiful backyard perfect for reading and relaxing. Clean and tidy in a convenient location with easy access to hiking trails and nearby groceries. Host was kind and easily reachable. I would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Little House

We loved this property. We have stayed in hundreds of vrbos and this is one of our favorites. It is beautiful, comfortable and one of the best well stocked places we have stayed. It is peaceful and quiet yet close to so many things to do. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Amazing getaway

We had a wonderful weekend in this woodsy retreat. So relaxing. The house was clean and so accommodating for our dog. Lynn was an excellent host and we look forward to coming back very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Beautiful Cottage in the Redwoods

What a great property, clean, beautiful and relaxing. We spent our time sleeping in, hitting up the state parks and relaxing in the evenings. The bakery was within walking distance was dangerously good. We went there everyday… would definitely go back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucked away in the redwoods

We love this property! We are repeaters because the property is beautiful! The kitchen is one of THE best equipped we have seen. The back garden is adorable and the front porch lets you drink in the beauty and peace of the gorgeous redwoods. It is tucked away yet so close to all the conveniences you'll need. Lynn is a wonderful host, very responsive and has really thought about everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and property, surrounded with redwoods. Lovely front porch with couch and swing, and backyard sitting area, comfortable furniture everywhere, and everything we needed! Birds and fabulous star viewing, even a hummingbird feeder outside the kitchen window. Will definitely visit again when we are in the area. Love the Ben Lomond Market a half mile away, for handmade sandwiches and all groceries we needed. Lynn is a wonderful host as well, responded immediately to our questions and reaching out. Excellent in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Giant Redwoods

This gorgeous cottage is ideally located to visit giant redwoods, and visit the ocean in MANY California state parks, Henry Cowell, Big Basin, Wilder Ranch, Natural Bridges, and Nicene Marks are easily accessible. Kitchen is well equipped, property sits behind the main house, surrounded by beautiful trees. Even the day the temperature rose to 89 degrees, it was easy to cool down and sleep at night.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Delightful Stay!

We adored our stay here in this little gem of a cottage set right in the redwoods. The place was stocked with all we needed and the attention to detail in all areas was very much appreciated. The back courtyard with firepit and bbq were wonderful as well. The quiet mornings on the porch were just what my soul needed. A mama and 2 baby deer joined us one morning and made it even more peaceful and special. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much to the owners for making our stay wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal cottage in redwoods!

One of our favorite stays in Santa Cruz area!! Lynn is a fabulous host and has created an idyllic cottage - it was better than the photos… everything is new and lovely. It is very quiet and set back from the road. My adult kids (and their dog) joined us to attend UCSCz graduation ceremonies for our younger son. They slept on the pullout couch and we had the master bed. We liked having time to relax on the porch and the back courtyard. The kitchen had everything we needed too. Would definitely stay again - thanks Lynn!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Krista M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The place was supplied with everything we needed and was clean except for the caulking in the shower, which had a ton of mold. Kitchen was nicely appointed. Rental is located right off the main road so while there was no road noise while in the house, you need to be looking for the turn ahead of time. Not a problem really, more of a ‘good to know.’
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Redwoods

The property was great! The house was fully stocked with everything we could need except of course perishable food. We really tried hard to think of something we would need but couldn’t think of anything. “Hats off” to the owner of this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leonard g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape in the Redwoods

Very quiet, immaculate, decorated with care and upscale new appliances. Easy access to outdoors for pets. About 20 minutes to Pleasure Point in Santa Cruz. Well marked on highway Ca 9 but use caution if coming from the south to cross traffic. Best to drive to red light in Ben Lomond turn and head south on Ca 9 you can safely enter on the right side. Great hiking trails throughout the area. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tess

Very nice!

It was absolutely perfect! My husband and I stayed for a wedding at the county park. The groom ended up staying on the sofa after rehearsal night since we were located so much closer than everyone else! No touch was skimped on, the cottage was full of quality updates and I think I counted 10 places to sit in the quaint backyard alone. I also sat on the porch and none of the seating was covered in any kind of falling shrubs or bug remains. So clean! Also incredibly well stocked. I would only suggest adding conditioner, but maybe I just couldn't find it because everything else under the sun was available :-) Extremely close to town as well, and a few delivery options.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort

The weather during our stay was in the high 80's low 90's and the home had no AC. It would have been fine if a fan had been available. The bed in the only bedroom was very uncomfortable, the bed pillows were very uncomfortable also. Other than these 2 issues the home was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023