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Estate w/Redwoods, Majestic Fireplace, Redwoods, Pool, Spa in Santa Cruz County

2.0 star property

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Fireplace, books
A heated pool
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Boulder Creek, CA
  • Boulder Creek Golf Club and Country Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Boulder Creek

A stay at this bed & breakfast places you in the heart of Boulder Creek, a 1-minute drive from Luminescence Healing Haven and 14 minutes from Byington Vineyard and Winery. .This bed & breakfast is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from Mystery Spot.
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What's nearby

  • Boulder Creek Golf Club and Country Club - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Big Basin Redwoods State Park - 19 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 19 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 31 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Mystery Spot - 32 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Sunnyvale Lawrence Station - 47 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trout Farm Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Sawmill Restaurant & Ale House - ‬5 min drive
  • Henflings Tavern
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Estate w/Redwoods, Majestic Fireplace, Redwoods, Pool, Spa in Santa Cruz County

Welcome to Our Boulder Creek Mountain Retreat! (SCC Permit #251085)

This unique and beautifully restored estate offers three luxurious king-bedroom suites to choose from, each with its own private full bathroom and shower. Our Hosted Rental Permit allows us to accommodate up to 6 adults in two of the rooms. All three bedrooms are available on the main floor, please contact us to discuss arrangements as allowed by our Permit.

✦ Features & Amenities

Tesla Level 2 Gen 2 EV Charging Station (up to 44 miles/hour).
Electricity is billed at actual usage: $0.50/kWh (9 PM–4 PM) and $0.90/kWh (4:01 PM–8:59 PM). J1772 adapter available for non-Tesla EVs.

High-Speed WiFi 6E (687 Mbps tested by Airbnb) via Google Mesh.

7-Zone Radiant Floor Heating for optimal comfort.

Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen: Jenn-Air dual convection oven, Viking Summit 5-burner gas stove, Broan exhaust system, and Big Chill refrigerator. Wolf 4 Slice Toaster, Kitchen Aid Blender and Coffee Maker, SS LG Microwave, SS Whirlpool Dishwasher.

Luxury Fixtures: Kohler bathrooms, custom Milgard dual-pane windows, Hardie Board cement siding (insulated, soundproofed, fire-resistant).

22KW Generac Whole-House Backup Generator (WiFi-controlled).

Designer Interiors: Restoration Hardware, Ethan Allen, Pottery Barn, antiques, and original art throughout.

Premium Linens: 400-thread count Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters.

Due to our high-end furnishings and preservation efforts, pets are not allowed.

***** History & Character

This estate has a rich past—originally a private hunting lodge in the 1950's and ’60's, it’s now being made available to the public for the very first time. We’re currently collaborating with the San Lorenzo Valley Museum to document more of its hidden history.

For the last 40 years, it’s been home to former executives from Apple, Oracle, HP, Adobe, Nvidia, and Motorola. The home has been thoughtfully remodeled to the highest standards, while preserving its original charm, including the wood-look natural gas fireplace in the main lodge.

***** Location & Pool Info

You're just a short walk to historic downtown Boulder Creek, including charming shops and the legendary Scopazzi’s Restaurant.

Our resurfaced pool (PebbleTec, May 2025) is open mid-May to late October, heated via solar panels. While we’ll do our best to keep it warm, temperatures may vary depending on weather conditions.

***** Sustainability & Guest Consideration

We're on a septic system, so we ask guests to help minimize paper waste in toilets. Please turn off lights when not in use—this helps us keep rates affordable for everyone.

***** Local Dining & Downtown Highlights (10-Min Walk)

You're just steps away from:

Scopazzi’s (classic fine dining)

Tae’s Edo Sushi

Taqueria Los Gallos

Boulder Creek Pizza & Pub

Red Pearl Chinese

Jenna Sue’s Café

The Tree House Café

Bella’s Café (breakfast favorite)

Johnnie’s Market (BBQ in the back!)

Wild Roots Market (organic grocery + vegetarian takeout)

Bonus: We’ve partnered with Aroma’s Restaurant in nearby Ben Lomond—mention us for a free appetizer (advance notice required)!

****** About Us

We live on the lower level of the home full time, as disclosed in the Guest Interaction section. You’ll rarely see us, but we’re nearby to take care of:

Pool chemicals & spa programming

Gardening & landscaping

Immediate support for anything from leaks to thermostat adjustments

We want your stay to be as smooth and memorable as possible—no surprises, just thoughtful hospitality.

Let us know how we can make your visit unforgettable. This is more than just a stay—it’s a piece of hidden California history.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like onsite parking and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Unused towels may be left hanging, used towels can be placed on the floor of each bathroom.
Should you choose to leave any usable food, please put in a container and leave in the fridgerator. Dry foods can be placed on the counter.
Please leave the bedding/sheets/comforter/pillows on the beds.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 251085

Reviews

Estate w/Redwoods, Majestic Fireplace, Redwoods, Pool, Spa in Santa Cruz County Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place and very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property in the redwoods

This was an absolutely beautiful place to stay - the photos don't even do it justice. Our family of 4 loved swimming in the pool under the redwoods, reading on the deck, playing board games in the great room in the evenings, cooking in the lovely and spacious kitchen, and enjoying redwood hikes. The hosts were gracious and super helpful! thank you - we'd love to come back and visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious, spotless, well-located, great amenities, awesome hosts (!!!), and perfect for our family weekend getaway. Thank you Alex and Nuby for sharing your beautiful home. Everyone was wowed and want to come back. We cooked every meal together in the big, well-stocked kitchen. We also appreciated what wasn't there, TV's! We talked, played games, took walks into the sweet little town of Boulder Creek. Took an easy and beautiful hike at Henry Cowell State Park through majestic redwoods. We attended a bluegrass festival in a nearby town, maybe 5-600 people, lovely scene for our three generation group.We will stay longer next time and add the Roaring Camp Railroad trip to Santa Cruz. Our hosts were informative, friendly, responsive, and allowed our grandson to pick a couple of tomatoes in the garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was wonderful. Alex and Nuby were so accommodating. The place was very organized, clean, spacious, and full of so much character. It was so cozy. We would definitely recommend this to others. Thank you for creating such a memorable space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Lovely...

This house is truly lovely and stunning! It's both spacious and comfortable. The great room is wonderful for spending quality time together. The kitchen was perfect for our family dinners. The pool is clean and refreshing and comfortable to lounge around. The spacious bedrooms are well appointed with luxurious linens and very comfortable beds and each of the bathrooms (there's 4) are impeccably clean. The entire property is beautiful, peaceful, and very enjoyable!Mostly, though, the hosts are such kind and generous people. They kept to themselves and were unnoticeable yet were always very responsive and polite. We are very social and we liked them so very much that we invited them to join us for a dinner. Please note, they never intruded and do not usually visit much with renters we insisted that they join us because we enjoyed them so much.We can't wait to return!Alex and Nuby Thank you for everything! It was hard to leave your lovely home! We look forward to seeing you again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location and property

The house has undergone a lot of updates and upgrades, which clearly show the pride of the owners... good wifi, comfy beds, nice grill on the deck, freshly resurfaced pool, some fun, retro stylings in the kitchen and bedrooms. It's in a quiet hillside neighborhood, far enough from the road that it's quiet all day, but only 1 minute to the town grocery store, taqueria (Los Gallos for the win!), coffee shop, and more. We stayed 3 nights with the whole family, including 2 kids. Visited nearby state parks, the Santa Cruz beach area, and spent plenty of time in the pool and hot tub, plus smores at the fire pit on our last night. Alex and Nuby were kind, hospitable, and took great care of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place and the Hosts are fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alex and Nuby were very friendly hosts who gave us a tour of their incredible Boulder Creek home when we arrived. It is beautifully decorated and comfortable. Our family enjoyed spreading out and having spacious bedrooms and bathrooms for all. After we settled in and put our stuff away, we went right in the pool! It’s a big, relaxing pool surrounded by redwood trees. The first night we used the outdoor grill which overlooks the pool. We enjoyed our burgers at the outdoor table.The next day we took Alex and Nuby’s suggestion to explore Henry Cowell State Park (15 mins away). The redwood trees are stunning and the hike is flat and easy for beginners. We also drove to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk (only 30 mins away) to go bowling. We returned to the house in the afternoon and went immediately in the pool. For dinner, we took Alex and Nuby’s suggestion to walk to Scopazzi’s restaurant (8 minute walk from the house). It’s an historic landmark restaurant that serves delicious Italian food. Alex and Nuby knew we were there and they sent us an appetizer dish of the tastiest artichokes with garlic. They were so sweet to do that! Even though we only stayed two nights we felt like we had been away for much longer. Thank you Alex and Nuby for your kindness, great communication and beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becki B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Getaway

Lovely place with everything we needed nestled in the redwoods of Big Basin. Close to all the coastal things we needed too. Wonderful hosts who went above and beyond to help us with our needs for the Sea Otter Classic.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

Alex and Nuby were wonderful hosts! They were extremely communicative and accommodating. Their home is beautiful and was the perfect getaway for a girls’ weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family visit

Very comfortable and clean home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

We spent a beautiful weekend in Boulder Creek at Alex’s house. Everything was clean, gorgeous and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

My family had such a great time.Alex was very attentive and the place was exactly as described if not better. Thank you very much Alex.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C., Mountain View

Liked: Cleanliness

Redwood Forest Get Away

My family stayed here over the Thanksgiving holiday. The house and grounds are beautiful and very comfortable. There were plenty of places to sit and read, play games together, explore the outdoors. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious, as is every area in the house. Amazing attention to detail went into every aspect of the house from the artwork, lighting, seating. For us, it was only a 4o minute get away that provided the relaxation we needed. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Retreat

This was the best location and stay for our group of six (and visiting friends). The details of the property add that extra touch of comfort and enjoyment to the weekend, especially with variable weather. Everyone was able to claim an area for their own personal time but all come together in the large, generous gathering spaces. The kitchen played well to our family dinners, well stocked and plenty of countertops.The setting in the redwoods was lovely with outside decks to breathe in the clear air. Alex and Nuby were fantastic in their communications and ensuring we had a good stay, we truly appreciate them working with us for the whole property for our long weekend. Couldn't recommend this location enough. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat in a retreat

We were in the Boulder Creek area for a retreat and stayed offsite here. It was wonderfully comfortable and luxurious at the same time! Our hosts were delightful and invisible unless we needed them. It wasn’t pool season, but the kitchen and hot tub served us well! Three couples, three luxurious rooms. Privacy and community! Thanks Alex and Nuby
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious and clean

Very spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boulder Creek Estate

The place is beautiful and the host is very hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boulder Creek

Unique property. You feel like you are in a tree house with a pool and spa. The owner is very helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back. We went to Big Basin SP, golfed and took the Roaring Camp steam train.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house and generous hospitality

We felt so lucky to stay in such an amazing house in the beautiful redwoods. The house has so many custom details, beautiful artwork and high-end furnishings. We reserved all three rooms to celebrate my husband’s birthday with two other couples in our family. We loved playing in the pool with our kids surrounded by redwoods… it was amazing! Equally wonderful are the hosts, Alex and Nuby. They went out of their way to make us feel welcomed when we arrived. They arranged a special birthday surprise at the restaurant we went to for my husband’s birthday dinner. Thanks, Alex and Nuby, for such a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyneette E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than expected!

The pictures didn’t do the property justice! It was better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent escape in the redwoods

With a house like this, it’s not necessary to explore anywhere else! It has everything you need. Beautiful clean home with an amazing kitchen, fireplace great room, deck patio, outdoor yoga space and fire pit, outdoor pool and hot tub, and plenty of space for a family gathering or just to rent a room. The hosts were exceptional and live on site. They are happy to give recommendations and also just visit and share the love of their home. They give a tour upon arrival and make it feel like home. They let us do a late checkout which was much appreciated. It is worth every penny for this beautiful property. I recommend 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Alex was a great host and the house was beautiful. Our kids loved the pool and hot tub and the area around the house. The beds were amazing too. If we come back to the area we will definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing afternoon and evening

My husband and I decided to stay at this wonderful property for some much needed relaxing time. We enjoyed completely unplugging from the world and just enjoying each other’s company. The owners were very communicative and inviting. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

Beautiful home, homeowners were very accommodating. There was some confusion with the booking and owner immediately remedied the situation. Great place for a family or a few couples!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024