Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat
Rental license #231281. Beautiful room, ergonomic bed on 10 acre estate. Close to UCSC & located a few miles from hiking, mountain biking trails. Experience Henry Cowell, Wilder Ranch, and Fall Creek State Parks, as well San Vincente natural reserve and neighborhood wineries. Twenty minutes from the beach. Cell Reception and amazing fast internet that works inside and outside the house! Quiet serene environment, lots of natural light and beautiful view of coastal redwoods and Pacific Ocean between the trees. Relax on top-rated Noble Pillows, ergonomic Swedish Hastens bed, coffee and treats in the am! Have the best night's sleep ever in your room away from home. Private Bedroom + Bath in shared house.
Property manager
Jaimi Jansen
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is home to this holiday home. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are also worth visiting.
Santa Cruz, CA
What's nearby
University of California, Santa Cruz - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
Roaring Camp Railroads - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 17 min drive - 15.1 km
Mystery Spot - 23 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall - 15 min drive
Starbucks - 15 min drive
College 9/10 Dining Hall - 14 min drive
Taqueria Vallarta - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat ?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat located?
Situated in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Wilder Ranch State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of California, Santa Cruz and Felton Covered Bridge Park. Monterey Bay and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
8.2
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
angela bejarano
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
steve
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Didn’t understand this was a bedroom in a house—room and bed nice, bathroom with old fixtures but hot water is always good!
Not terribly friendly with check in but it was late. Not much to do here—-but clean and fair priced
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely mountain home in the redwoods. It was very well kept, clean, quiet and in a beautiful location. The feather bed was very comfortable and soft and I had one of the best nights of sleep I've had in ages.
The only drawbacks were things around shared spaces and a lack of clear places to go outside. I was anxious about causing any trouble for the host family, but they were always very kind and courteous when I did see anyone.
Overall this was still one of the most lovely places I've been for a peaceful, quiet, comfortable night.
No tv in room led to a better night of rest in the most comfortable bed. Kitchenette was well stocked and appreciated. Lovely setting among the redwoods. First time staying at a Vrbo home with the owners but it was pleasant and enjoyable.
Susan F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian
21 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, I was surprised at how high the safety deposit was so I messaged the owner Jaimi, she was open about the reasons and communicated well. It was no issue and we ended up having a fantastic stay there. They were great hosts!
I didn't have a difficult time finding this location as I thought I would. I would suggest arriving when there's still sunlight though. The room was sparkling clean and larger then I expected. They have a nice common area that fit my needs for a quick breakfast before I started my day. I was impressed with the owner and the other few guest staying at the time. She had a fresh muffin for me every morning and snack bars to put in my backpak since I was going to be on boat most days. There are not many stores or restaurants however a nice drive through the woods gets me to the little town of Felton. I found two great places for dinner where the people were mostly locals and friendly. I highly recommend this location for anyone who may want to just get away form it all or as a stop and sleep when scheduled for a busy full day.
Janis R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
2/10 Terrible
Eric R.
3 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Go somewhere else
The visit seemed fine until I fussed with an appliance on the bedside shelf. The shelf was held to the wall with a few screws in sheetrock. It was ready to fall when I touched it. It fell off the wall. We informed the manager when we left. We were not given any impression that we were responsible. When we arrived home we saw a bill. I telephoned the manager and she hung up on me. Upon complaining on the phone to VRBO, the representative said the charge will be covered by insurance. That is nice, but will this hurt my credit? Also, there are video cameras all over the place.
We stayed 2 nights. Enjoyed very comfy & restful sleep. I really don't like twisty mountain roads with cyclists to dodge, but this place was worth even that!
Verified traveller
10/10 Excellent
Crystal J.
16 Apr 2019
Quiet and comfy
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful quiet, clean and very comfortable home. We didn't spend all that much time in the room as we were there to get in as much visiting with family as we could in a short weekend trip but the time we did spend there was very enjoyable. The bed and pillows were so comfortable, and I love the way the kitchenette is set up. If you are looking for a quiet peaceful stay in a beautiful area then this is the place for you😊
Crystal J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
About the host
Hosted by Jaimi Jansen
I am a founder of a local business wellness center Santa Cruz CORE Fitness + Rehab. I am committed to helping others create healthy lifestyle changes. The idea behind the ErgoLUXE estate is that it is designed to help people have a wonderful night sleep no matter where they vacation.
I enjoy spending time outdoors and with my husband, little guy, and dog.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is quiet and beautiful with an ocean view between the trees.
What makes this property unique
This location has a handmade king-size bed from Sweden, a Hastens bed that is world-renowned for its incredible sleep quality. The place is quiet and among the trees where you can really enjoy nature while not missing out on amenities. Pristine clean and comfort all the way. In addition, the space is quiet and clean and in the trees with no crazy traffic as it is just outside of town.