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Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ

Escape to this private retreat surrounded by nature’s beauty. Relax by the gas fireplace or explore scenic trails near your cozy home.

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 695 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ

Oma's House

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Get away from it all at this private, rustic-yet-charming home nestled among the towering redwoods. This is the perfect place to enjoy your friends and family with a summer barbecue on the lovely, furnished deck built around redwood trees. Gather around the gas fireplace and relax with your group after a long day of exploring the woods.

What’s nearby:
Santa Cruz is just six miles away, where you'll find the University of California at Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, lovely beaches, restaurants, and entertainment! Enjoy creative and tasty American cuisine in the relaxing atmosphere of the Cowboy Bar and Grill, only one mile away. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is less than two miles away and offers breathtaking hiking trails, fishing, picnic spots, bicycle routes, and camping. The Bigfoot Discovery Museum is a little over a mile miles away, featuring collections of popular culture, history, and a fun gift shop. Redwood Canopy Tours offers guided ziplines and sky bridges up to 150 feet! And Big Basin Redwoods State Park is only 16 miles away, where you'll find many hiking trails to explore.

Places to Visit During Your StayAttractionDistance From HomeRoaring Camp3.2 Miles The Catalyst7.3 Miles Santa Cruz Wharf8.4 Miles Lighthouse Field State Beach8.8 Miles Pasatiempo Golf Course9.0 Miles The Mystery Spot10.6 Miles Seacliff State Beach13.6 Miles

Things To know
Full kitchen (no dishwasher)
Private bbq
The deck is shaded by redwood trees but does have significant debris, so guests should use extreme caution with young children. A convenient gate at the top of the stairs can close off the deck.
The fireplace is the only heater in the home’s upstairs and space heaters are available for all three bedrooms. There is no central heat.
The outside deck heater uses a propane fuel tank; if it fails to light, please contact the owner who can assist.


*Please note that this home has a living room, kitchen, master bedroom, and full bath upstairs, and two bedrooms and a full bath downstairs. The stairway is outside. There is no indoor access to the downstairs.

**Please note that a dark, windy, sometimes-one-lane road leads up to the cabin. Use caution at night.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 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

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1025 sq ft (95 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

22245

About the neighborhood

Map
Felton, CA

What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 16 min walk
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 3 min drive
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 7 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 14 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪College 9/10 Dining Hall - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Roaring Camp Railroads and Felton Covered Bridge Park. University of California, Santa Cruz is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Private, relaxing retreat in the redwoods with WiFi, a private deck & BBQ Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Joseph H.

Don't bring ur kids
The neighbors complained my kids wer playing to loud other then that it was nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Josephine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice deck
There was no house manual to troubleshoot the problems, and the house is managed by a management company rather than a local person or company. They did respond fairly quickly when I emailed them, but weren't actually able to help with any of our problems. The biggest problem was that one of the jack-and-jill bathroom pocket doors was off its roller, so unable to close - bad for both the person in the bathroom and the people in the bedroom. Based on previous listings, I was more worried about being hot than cold, but the downstairs bedrooms were chilly at night. There was a heater in the closet, but it worked rather slowly. The downstairs was a little stuffy and clammy too. One of us went upstairs to sleep, but found that the gas fireplace wasn't working. They had a large library of VHS tapes, and we thought we'd watch one, but it wasn't plugged in, and we had to figure out how to configure it. Apart from our difficulties, the house was quiet, cozy and charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teri B., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
Stayed with my adult son for a weekend getaway. Just a perfect place for a peaceful relaxing time in an unbelievably gorgeous setting. Quiet, comfortable, with enough room for individual time as well as time for togetherness and great conversation. Very clean, well furnished, everything worked perfectly. There are steps up to the porch and between levels, and some uneven ground, so won't be ideal for anyone with real mobility issues. But I'm in my seventies, and it was absolutely fine for me. Being in the redwoods, it can get chilly, but put on a sweater and it's very comfortable. Even had a lovely conversation over coffee with the neighbor across the road! Just perfect. Can't wait to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin in the woods
Lovely location and pretty central. The deck was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Redwood Retreat
Oma’s house was clean and cozy and nestled amongst the towering redwoods. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking some of our own meals, and we appreciated having use of the washer and dryer. The location was well situated for day trips to San Francisco, Santa Cruz, and Monterey. My kids really wanted to experience the redwoods and that we did!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Cody G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Do not rent here
We booked this property for the location and idea that our family would be comfortable as a home away from home...which was completely incorrect. Upon arriving the keys were bent and very difficult to even open the door. The home has no instructions. The large deck was not swept clean leaving a hazard in which our toddler fell on. The property lists a heater and fireplace which is false. They give you space heaters which are not envied by parents of young children therfore we froze at night until we got our children to bed and were able turn these on. We rented this as a family and ran out of toilet paper on day 2 of 6 leaving us to go buy our own. The back patio has a standing propane heater that is broken. The door was left open to the propane bottle and bent which would not close and almost fell on us as we were first looking at the deck. This took the beautiful forest setting away from us by creating a another dangerous hazard on the deck. They advertised a BBQ for use when we booked and when attempting to use it again did not work and was full of rust leaving it unsafe to cook on. Internet was horribly slow and spotty. Overall this was the worst place we have ever stayed on a vacation getaway and we come here multiple times a year. We feel like we threw money to slumb lords pockets so they can profit off of our family's chance to relax and enjoy the beautiful forest. I do not suggest anyone rent this place until there is a major overhaul by the owners!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Leslie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Santa Cruz Thanksgiving
Very quiet, picturesque and relaxing. Back deck is wonderful! Home could use a few upgrades. Internet is sporadic and exceptionally slow. Downstairs shower head is broken.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
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4/10 Poor

ROSANNE M.

Great Location and a House in Need
The deck needs the location and the redwoods are awesome. The fireplace was very sweet. The couch, beds, pillows, showers and the kitchen cabinets all had issues. The shower head was piercing, the beds lumpy or too hard. But the worst, the downstairs bedrooms are not attached inside the house. You must go outside to get to them. Both bedrooms smelled awful and full of mildew smell. While the place was clean, it needed attention to details. There wasn’t enough soap, shampoo, TP for the week we were there and some light bulbs didn’t work and cabinet doors would stay closed.
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6/10 Okay

Shannon W.

Cute Cabin, Great Location, But we wont be back.
Oma's house is very cute, and the deck surrounded by redwoods cannot be beat. But the living room is tiny (don't let the pictures fool you - the door hits the back of the couch when you walk in the front door). Even though the house sleeps six, the dining table doesn't seat six. Most upstairs windows don't open, and the screen doors on the front and back doors are full of holes. The downstairs queen bed will leave you looking for ibuprofen in the morning. And to top it all off, the main upstairs chandelier was burnt out of all lightbulbs, the stove and oven dont work, and the washing machine is broken. I have stayed in my fair share of rental homes, and this one was such a cluster of dissapointments. I didn't pay all this money to cook on a hot plate and haul home all my familie's dirty laundry. I wanted to cook in a decent kitchen and have clean clothes, but that didn't happen. We still had a lovely time in Felton, but the next time we come back, I will not be booking through Vacasa.
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8/10 Good

Line M.

Oma's house
Great place and stay overall. Some minor inconveniences: no dish soap or towels, weird shampoo/conditioner/body wash, bed sagged so one rolls towards middle. Otherwise pleasant and charming.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
The cabin was a perfect home base for us while attending our son's wedding. Everything was pretty clean, just a few cobwebs up high. Although it wouldn't have made a difference to us, it would have been nice to know there was no central heat. And we were disappointed that there wasn't very little in the way of essential groceries, especially coffee. The neighborhood was beautiful and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

lisa P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Beautiful location in the Redwoods, close to Santa Cruz, hiking, zip lining and more!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blakeley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome redwood retreat
Oma’s House was just what we were looking for! A quaint and cozy cabin amongst redwood giants, quiet and beautiful. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Raymond G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Country Cabin
Quaint, clean, old, tradiational mountain cabin. Cozy warm and nestled in the deep redwoods.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Oma's House!
We absolutely loved our stay here. The house is older with almost all of the modern conveniences, just missing a dishwasher. The house was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The wrap around deck was fantastic.
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10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Great weekend
We had an amazing weekend at the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic and peaceful
Great location, very rustic, and peaceful. Very close to Santa Cruz beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Beautiful, serene retreat among the redwoods.
A beautiful, serene retreat among the redwoods. Our group enjoyed the authentic charm and peacefulness of Oma’s House. We were especially taken by the view into the dining area with the majestic redwoods in the background.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019