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 - Must be at least 25 years old to book - 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