Title: Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz Family-friendly cabin in Santa Cruz ## Photo gallery for Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz ![Terrace/patio - Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113580000/113577700/113577636/85f159a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113580000/113577700/113577636/2e9453a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113580000/113577700/113577636/cbdfea8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113580000/113577700/113577636/0f699822.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113580000/113577700/113577636/cb437423.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz Charming Bonny Doon Retreat – Your Serene Mountain Getaway Welcome to our tranquil newly built 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom retreat in the heart of Bonny Doon, nestled among the majestic redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Located just 10 minutes from Felton’s Roaring Camp Railroads and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and 15 minutes from Santa Cruz and UC Santa Cruz (UCSC), this home offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful escape, a mountain biking adventure, a visit to UCSC, or a relaxing work-from-home retreat, this charming hideaway has everything you need for a memorable stay. The Space: • Bedrooms: Sleeps up to 5 guests • Master Bedroom: Cozy king-size bed with ergonomic pillows for restful sleep. • Second Bedroom: Comfortable queen-size bed with soft bedding. • Additional sleeping options: Sofa or air mattress available. • Bathroom: • Heated flooring for a luxurious spa-like experience. • Kitchen: • Fully equipped with modern appliances, including a drip coffee maker, Keurig, and coffee grinder. • Living Area: • Cozy indoor fireplace for chilly mountain nights. • Smart TVs with streaming capabilities (no local channels or cable). • Outdoor Space: • Private patio with comfortable seating. • BBQ grill & propane fire pit for relaxing outdoor meals. • Additional Amenities: • Safe, secure bike storage for mountain biking enthusiasts. • Heated bathroom floors for year-round comfort. • Pet-friendly (additional fee applies). • Down pillows and comforters for a luxurious sleep experience. Location Highlights: • 10 min → Roaring Camp Railroads (historic steam train rides). • 10 min → Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (hiking among giant redwoods). • 15 min → UCSC (perfect for campus visits or events). • 15 min → Santa Cruz (beaches, downtown, Boardwalk). • 15 min → Scotts Valley (restaurants, shopping, entertainment). • 20 min → Davenport (beautiful coastal town with beaches & hiking). • 25 min → Capitola Village (charming seaside town, beachfront dining). • 30 min → The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (lush hiking & biking trails). • 30 min → Aptos (scenic beaches, quaint village atmosphere). • 30 min → Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell (great hiking trails and historic lime kilns). • 40 min → Big Basin Redwoods State Park (iconic old-growth redwoods and scenic trails). • 1 hr → Monterey Bay Aquarium (world-renowned marine life exhibits). Perfect for Mountain Bikers! This home is ideally situated near some of the best mountain biking trails in Santa Cruz County. Bring your bikes and store them safely on the property while you explore world-class singletrack and fire roads through towering redwoods. Guest Access: • Full access to the entire home. • Located on a private road behind a gate (gate code provided upon booking). Additional Information: • No gatherings or parties allowed (strictly enforced). • Exterior security cameras monitor the property for safety. • Pet-friendly! Bring your furry companion for an additional fee. • Smart TVs with streaming (no cable or local channels). The Neighborhood: Bonny Doon is a hidden gem in the Santa Cruz Mountains, surrounded by lush redwood forests and pristine hiking and biking trails. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this tight-knit mountain community, all while being just minutes from UCSC, Santa Cruz beaches, wineries, and outdoor adventures. Permit Information: Rental License #231281 Wake up to stunning mountain views and sip coffee surrounded by nature. This newly built, fully furnished two-bedroom getaway is perfect for relaxation, UCSC visits, mountain biking, or remote work. Enjoy a cozy king bed with ergonomic pillows, a fully equipped kitchen, a modern ensuite bath with heated floors, and a peaceful atmosphere. Explore nearby wineries, world-class hiking and biking trails, and endless outdoor adventures. Book your retreat today! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117041100/117041058/8c342898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community Felton - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $249 CA $496 total includes taxes & fees Dec 9 - Dec 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=117041058&PinnedHotelID=117041058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100190000/100180600/100180544/6c330698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Redwoods near Los Gatos and Santa Cruz beach Ben Lomond - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 11 reviews CA $190 CA $512 total includes taxes & fees Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=100180544&PinnedHotelID=100180544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21650000/21645700/21645610/86fd5387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern-Rustic Mountain getaway with Cozy Features - Dogs Welcome Felton - Kitchen - Laundry - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 176 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=21645610&PinnedHotelID=21645610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100644300/100644229/59376a89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Home - in the redwoods with hot tub! 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Pets if approved need to rinsed off if at the beach OUTSIDE and not in the shower. Stay on the property, visitors that trespass on neighbors property will be fined. Bikes do not go inside the cabin. If you need a secure place ask. No fires other than propane fire pit and grill. No candles, no smoking vaping or drugs. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### 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 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 231281 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.039165,-122.10603&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BabaFtyghV%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40QBS%40SBQBS%40SBQBSDSBQDQBQDSDQDODSDQFQDOFQDQFOFQFOHOFQFMHQHMFOHOHMHOHOJKHOJMHMJMJMJKJKHMLKJKJILKJKLIJILKLGLKLGJILGNGLGLGLGNELGLENELENELENCLCNENCLANCNANCNAL%3FNANANAL%3FP%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40L%3FN%40NBN%40NBL%40NBNDLBNBLDNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFNFLFJHLFLJLFLJJHLHJJLJJJJHLJHLJJJJJLJLHLJLHNJJHNHNHLHNFNHLHPFLFPHNFNFPFNDPFPDNFPDPDRDPDNDRBPDPBPDRBRBP%40RBRBP%40RBR%40P%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%40P%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FPAR%3FRARARAPCRARCPCRARCPCPERCPEPCREPEPEPEPEPGPEPGPENGPGNGPINGNGNININGNILININILKLINKLIJKLKLKJKJILMJKJKJMJKHMJKHMHMHMHMHKFMFOHMFMDMFOFMFMDODMDODMBODMBOBOBMBO%40OBOBO%3FM%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FQ%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAMAO%3FOCOCOAMCOCOCMCOEMCOEMEOEMEMGOGMGMEMGOIMGKGMIMIMIMIKIMKKIMKKKKKMKIMKKKKKMKMIKKMIOKMIMIOIMIOGOIOIOGOGOIOGQGOGQEOGQEQGQEQEQEOESEQCSEQCQESCQCQASCSCQASCSAQASAS%3FSAS%3FQAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1jsRKCzxB73sda9oyoCwp_ZD1qE=) Santa Cruz, CA #### What's nearby - Wilder Ranch State Park \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Natural Bridges State Park \- 16 min drive \- 15.8 km - Santa Cruz Wharf \- 17 min drive \- 16.0 km - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk \- 17 min drive \- 17.5 km - Mystery Spot \- 21 min drive \- 21.5 km #### Getting around - Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Trout Farm Inn - ‬14 min drive - ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬11 min drive - ‪Heavenly Roadside Cafe - ‬14 min drive - ‪Mountain Roasting Company - ‬11 min drive - ‪Emerald Mallard - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz? ### What time is check-out at Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz? ### Where is Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tranquil Mountain Retreat in Santa Cruz Reviews ## Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### M D. Aug 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Above and beyond ! What a beautiful place. host was attentive but also respectful of privacy, and provided wonderful freshly baked croissants in the morning! would definitely stay again ##### M D. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lisa S. May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication ##### Lisa S. 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