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Rustic chic retreat set back among the trees with furnished deck

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4123.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Brookdale, CA
  • Roaring Camp Railroads
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Rustic chic retreat set back among the trees with furnished deck

Forest Brook

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Permit number 231430

If you're looking for the perfect "get away from it all" cabin, you've found it here at Forest Brook! Set back among the redwoods and brimming with plenty of rustic charm, this updated retreat offers a very private setting for you and your guests while still being conveniently close to a number of local attractions. Venture out a bit to discover several scenic parks including Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and the Loch Lomond Recreation Area as well as the exciting city of Santa Cruz, home of the Kuumbwa Jazz Center and Neptune's Kingdom Family Entertainment Center, all less than 15 miles from your door.

Most everything inside this wonderful home has been updated including new hardwood floors, kitchen tiles, blinds, and more. Prepare all your favorite dishes in the well-equipped, full kitchen complete with a suite of stainless steel appliances to make meal prep a breeze! Dine together or play board games at the nearby dining table, and then relax in the main living area where you can enjoy forest views through multiple windows while you stream all your favorite TV channels using your own accounts.

Outdoors, dine or just relax and watch native birds in the trees from the privacy of your furnished deck or patio. You'll also find a gas grill here if you want to fire it up for a family cookout!

Things to Know
The detached suite is not available to guests.
No cell service - only WiFi.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number CO00431

About the area

Brookdale

Located in Brookdale, this cabin is by the sea. Mystery Spot and Felton Covered Bridge Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Luminescence Healing Haven and Valley Gardens Golf Course. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are also worth visiting.
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Brookdale, CA

What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 24 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 24 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Mystery Spot - 26 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trout Farm Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Felton Donuts & Pastries - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mount Hermon Dining Hall - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic chic retreat set back among the trees with furnished deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic chic retreat set back among the trees with furnished deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic chic retreat set back among the trees with furnished deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic chic retreat set back among the trees with furnished deck located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Luminescence Healing Haven and within 6 miles (10 km) of Felton Covered Bridge Park and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Roaring Camp Railroads and Wilder Ranch State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rachel W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Greg M.

Great house - missing a few details

Stayed for a full week in October – here’s the honest review. Pros: The house is in a beautiful area with easy check-in and check-out. Unlike many other rentals, the check-out doesn’t involve a long list of chores. The backyard is a highlight, with a creek you can hear from the patio. It’s close to several state parks, hiking trails, 30ish minute drive to the beach and Santa Cruz Boardwalk. The nearby town has a good selection of coffee shops, markets, restaurants, and larger grocery stores like Safeway and Target. The living area in the home is roomy with a well-sized kitchen, dining area, and large living room, plus there’s a fun selection of board games. There is a crockpot in the kitchen which is awesome for making meals while you are out on adventures. Cons: The kitchen and bathrooms lacked essentials. We had to buy hand soap for the bathroom and kitchen, as there was none provided, which should be a standard amenity. Only two washcloths were provided for the bathroom, this is not enough, especially without on-site laundry. Some extra bath towels were provided, but they felt damp upon arrival, so we did not end up using those. The bedroom has paper blinds, which don’t block much light. The closets in the house were locked, including the only one in the bedroom big enough to hang or unpack clothes. The bedroom is too small to not have a usable closet. There was no fire pit, although it’s shown in photos and mentioned in reviews. Instead, we found a dead squirrel in the backyard, which seemed to have been there a while. Also the neighbors dog seems to bark non stop. I know the rental owner cannot control this, just something to be noted. For a rental near the beach, there was minimal beach & outdoor gear – just two damp beach towels, no chairs, umbrellas, or cooler. Common items like a cheese grater, wine opener, and bottle opener were missing. I would not use the seasonings in the kitchen as they looked 15+ years old. Additionally, cleaning supplies (broom, mop) were inaccessible due to a locked closet, which made tidying up impossible. We were also given only two trash bags, which isn’t sufficient, for a week stay especially since California requires trash separation. Although they ask that guests don’t wear shoes indoors, there’s a nail sticking up from the floor in the entryway, making it hazardous to walk barefoot. Many of the lights didn’t work, and the layout of light switches was confusing, which was frustrating to deal with even after a week. There’s a pull-out couch, but there are no extra blankets and pillows. I honestly do not think four people would be able to stay comfortably in this house, especially with limited towels, and no laundry. Some outdoor furniture was dirty. Overall, would I stay here again, probably yes. It is a nice house, nice location and you can suffer through the cons for a few days. We were able to get early check in, which was nice. This place would be 5 starts if these details were addressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Very pretty location with lovely picture window overlooking the creek and redwoods. Comfortable bed. Quiet neighborhood. Well stocked kitchen except a wine opener is needed. Not their fault that Oct 2 was a 104 degrees but a workable A/C would have made it better. It did cool down at night so would still recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

Home Great. Agency. No.

Perfect remote location. I loved the warm lighting in the home, all the large windows, and the constant sound of the stream.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Retreat House

Big picture windows for a great view . The home was super clean and will stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILFORD A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is awesome

This is the first time we have use VRBO and it was so easy. We totally loved the cabin and we will definitely be using VRBO again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Wonderful Home!

Our family of four loved staying in this home! We especially loved the huge backyard with a creek running through it! We used the fire pit to make s'mores and roast hotdogs - like camping in the redwoods but with a kitchen! Perfection! The kitchen had a ton of dishes, gadgets, bowls - even a Brita for us to use! We would have liked a cookie sheet and a cheeses grater, but we made due just fine. The home is in a little neighborhood but it feels very private and secluded because of all the trees around it. The huge picture window and the lovely back porch were favorites for just sitting and watching the creek. We had an easy drive to the beach and to lots of hiking trails in Henry Cowell state park. This place was comfortable and had so many extras - we loved it and hope to come back!

10/10 Excellent

Dennise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place to stay

Very clean, had everything you need in the kitchen. Easy checkin and check out. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

Loved our stay!

Came to visit family and had plenty of room to sit and have a meal, enjoy the deck. Beautiful area, house has everything you need if you decide to eat in. Will come again!
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8/10 Good

Kevin S.

Quaint stay, nice deck overlooking the woods, easy to find, nice and quiet.

Location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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