The Ridge House in Santa Cruz

This is a vacation home where you can really relax yet quickly get to sights and adventures close by. It will provide great memories for years to come.

The sound of birds and the whisper of the wind through the redwoods replace the rush of traffic. It's a wonderful place to relax and refresh your tired spirit, or to bring your family for a get away and local area excursions and adventures.
This beautiful, quiet, spacious and comfy Santa Cruz Mountain vacation home is located in the secluded area of the Mount Hermon Resort and Conference Center in the redwoods. It is available for weekly or shorter term rental.

This expansive mountain home has privacy you don't find just any where. With its mountain and forested views, you may wander out onto one of the many redwood balconies or garden patio with your morning cup of coffee and contemplate the serenity of the breeze playing through the trees.
It is a short walk down to the river or a stroll around the river canyon. The area is full of activities, both natural and indoors.

It is just two minutes from Felton and Roaring Camp Railroad. Felton is a little town full of history, an undiscovered gem replete with coffee shops, antique sellers, and unique restaurants. Don Quixote is a restaurant/music hall that features the best in international and regional live music (shows are daily and usually start at 8pm). Fifteen minutes away is Santa Cruz, The Board Walk, the beach and the breathtaking Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary, teeming with sea life.

This charming and spacious home offers a cozy family room plus a large luxurious living room, each with wood burning fireplaces. Depending on the option you choose, it has 2-4 bedrooms, (including a separate Bunk House that sleeps 3) plus 2-3 baths. An additional space we call the "kid cave" is a curtained alcove decorated with kids in mind. It is set up for the enjoyment of children who can use this space to play and/or sleep while visiting. Included is a white board for when they feel the need to get artistic without using the walls.

You will have easy access to the Santa Cruz beaches, Monterey Bay and Big Sur. The best of both worlds, this area provides a refreshing and nourishing vacation in the peaceful redwoods, and exploring (or even sailing) the Monterey Bay area. Available is beachcombing, deep sea fishing, surfing (where one can surf local spots providing all levels of challenge--or internationally reknowned competition caliber spots). Also available is windsurfing, ocean kayaking, shopping, fine dining, art, music of all genres and many local area wineries.

Mount Hermon Resort and Conference Center has miles of hiking trails, with water falls and suspension bridges that take you over Bean Creek or Zayante Creek. It is nestled in the heart of the coastal redwoods where you can enjoy private beaches along the creek, or walk across neighborhood bridges to visit the sandy beach areas or rent a small paddle boat. The Roaring Camp Train Depot and General Store is less then 1/4 mile away and includes The Henry Cowell Park Nature Center and Gift Shop. In less then 15 minutes by car, you can travel to one of Santa Cruz's many fine beaches. You can also do the same by taking a train ride in open cars from Roaring Camp to the beach and Santa Cruz Boardwalk (called "The Suntan Special"). Shorter Steam Train tours through the redwoods are also available, as well as a variety of theme weekends offered, including BBQ’s with full moon rides available throughout the year and during most holidays.

In addition, Mount Hermon Resort offers the first Redwood Forest Canopy adventure tour 7 days a week.

*The Proprietor also offers private sailing excursions on the Monterey Bay.
• Excursion price is $50 per person/per day, under separate and pre-arranged agreement. Capacity is 4-6 Guests. Scheduling and availability also depends on current weather conditions.

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• We require a two-night minimum (three nights on holiday weekends).
• Check-in time is after 3 PM and check out is 11:00 AM

Amenities

• Washer (2): Not Shared by others - Complimentary Eco-Friendly detergent is provided.
• Dryer (2): Not shared by others - Complimentary Eco-Friendly fabric softener is provided
• Linens Provided: We provide 300 - 600 count Egyptian cotton bed linens and comforters for your sleeping comfort.
• Off Street Parking
• Wood Fireplace (2) : Wood provided

Beds

• King Bed
• Queen Bed (3) : 2 bedrooms have comfy new queen beds. One is temperpedic and one is a comfortable pull out. We can add one queen blow up bed as needed.
• Double Bed: Foam Futon in Bunk House.
• Twin/Single Bed (2) : One is in the Bunk House and one in Kids Cave.
• Bunk Bed: Full size mattress below with Twin on upper level in the Bunk House.
• Convertible Bed: Queen Size
• Crib: Can rent and set up for you at an additional fee.

Entertainment

• Cable/Satellite TV (3) : All TVs are HDTV Flat Panel with cable that includes on demand and DVR recording capabilities.
• DVD (3)
• VCR
• CD Player
• Stereo System
• Private Hot Tub: Secluded area off back deck with a view.

Kitchen

• Full Kitchen (2) : The main fully-equipped kitchen includes dishwasher, filter purified cold water, ice maker and instant hot water. The kitchen is adjacent to a large dining area. The second kitchen downstairs includes the same without a dishwasher.
• Cooking Utensils Provided: Also equipped with coffee maker, blender, toaster, microwave, ice maker, and many other accessories.
• Refrigerator (2) : One in the main house and one located in the expansion area downstairs.
• Dishwasher: Located in the main house.
• Microwave (2)
• Ice Maker (2)
• Catering Available: We will provide catering services if desired.

Outdoor Features Gas/Electric BBQ Grill (2)

• Deck/Patio (2) : Besides the lovely garden patio, this home offers 6 balconies overlooking the forest. These are located off the Master Bedroom, Living Room and Family Room. The Bunk House has a lovely deck with secluded area for relaxing amongst the trees.
• Balcony (6)

View/Location

• Mountain View: Built on a hillside, this house has large sliding double pane glass doors overlooking the forest. A short walk (5 minutes) up the road to "Inspiration Point" gives a great view of the San Lorenzo Valley.

Communications

• Computer: Please bring your lap top to connect to our WiFi system
• High Speed Internet
• WiFi (Wireless Internet)

Activities (on site and nearby)

• Golf
• Tennis
• Theme Park (Amusement Park)
• Zoo/Wildlife Park
• Shopping
• Sightseeing
• Restaurants
• Kayaking
• Sailing
• Boating
• Shelling
• Swimming
• Snorkeling/Diving
• Surfing
• Windsurfing
• Biking
• Mountain Biking
• Wildlife Viewing
• Hiking
• Fishing
• Rock Climbing
• Spelunking
• Health/Beauty Spa
• Racquetball
• Basketball Court
• Antiquing
• Cinemas/Movie Theaters
• Live Theatre
• Museums
• Miniature golf

Other Activities

• World’s First Redwood Canopy Adventure Tours.
• Cruz Carz - GPS Guided history tours in 3 wheeled (motorcycle-like) vehicles or just for cruising around town.
• In-Home Therapeutic Massage Service available

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

Spring through Fall Rates:
Main House + Bunk House - $325/night - 6 to 12 Guests
Main House + Bunk House + Additional Space - $450/night -  14- 16 Guests

Holiday Rates: (Year Round)
Main House + Bunk House - $325/night - 6 to 12 Guests
Main House + Bunk House + Additional Space - $425/night -  14- 16 Guests

Winter Rates:
Main House + Bunk House - $300/night - 6 to 12 Guests
Main House + Bunk House + Additional Space - $425/night -  14- 16 Guests
Sailing Excursion: $50. per person, per day

** Stay 6 nights and receive the 7th night free**
*** 2 night minimum
*** Holidays are 3 night minimum

Deposit - Security/Damage - $500

Services Fee:
Main House + Bunk House - $150
Main House + Bunk House + Additional Space - $175