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Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome

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Wildlife parade in meadow surrounded by views, forest, & vibes (VRPermit 111596)
After a long day of play retreat to the quiet & elegance of Ben Lomond Bungalow.
Room for many hands and a million-dollar view. My love is large drawers. Lots!
Private kitchen
The brown sofa is a queen sofa bed, the gas fireplace has a thermostat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8102.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ben Lomond, CA
  • Roaring Camp Railroads
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Mystery Spot
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome

PLEASE IDENTIFY YOUR SELF IF YOU ARE AN EVACUEE Above the fog line yet an easy drive to beach, town, and all major highways this one-level house (Vacation Rental Permit # 11159 expires 9/15/2025) has a detached office and garage with electric car port and overlooks a gorgeous private meadow surrounded by forest with distant views of the coastal mountains. A monumental 350-year-old coastal oak tree (10,000 sq ft canopy) shades an enormous deck that transitions to multiple gardens on 2 1/2 acres. The open floor plan surrounds the chef's kitchen. Spending time in the hot tub, the meadow room with char-pit or outdoor garden shower are guest favorites. Upland vistas are a short hike, where as, world class destinations like San Fransisco, Carmel, Monterey, Cupertino and Oakland are all easy day trips. Tucked up against the Zyante Sand Hills Habitat and the Quail Hollow Ranch Equestrian Park wildlife on parade is the norm. Swimming holes are near, as is the fabulous salt-water pool and club house at the Trout Farm Inn. Some of the best music venues found in the central coast are hidden gems on the mountains.

House:
-The master's suite contains a large four-poster bed, a free-standing gas fireplace, and a low-curb walk-in stone tile shower.
-The guest room has a comfortable pillow-top queen bed and a little extra storage.
-The third bedroom is quite small containing a bunk bed plus the pullout trundle (all three are single beds). Our smallest fans will find a toy box under the desk in the closet.
-You will find a hide-a-sofa in the living room. Your teen might enjoy the vinyl collection and turntable and incredibly fast internet connection.

Detached Office:
-The executive office contains a large work table, printer and comfortable sitting area can be available with advanced arrangement for a fee. Larger satellite conference rooms are just two miles down the hill.

Yard:
-The hidden kitchen garden is protected by tall deer fence, planted with fresh vegetables of the season, herbs, and fruit. Please help us by keeping the gate closed and the deer out.
-The meditation area, with Buddha house and fountain, is a great place to read or enjoy a private conversation.
-The meadow room, built from the tops of redwood trees and a floor of Santa Fe slate is surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaping. There is a fully screened fire pit with this roasting rack to melt dessert or grill the late-night bite.
-Hot tub and Garden Shower are romantic and a fun way to end the day.
We are situated 10 Miles to downtown Santa Cruz and the Municipal Wharf and Beaches but only steps to the amazing world only found in the Santa Cruz Mountains:
-Zyante Sandhills Conservation Habitat
-Historic Quail Hollow Ranch Park
-Henry Cowell Redwood State Park
Within the San Lorenzo Valley you will discover:
-Local breweries,
-Roaring Camp Railroad (19th century steam train),
-Hidden swimming holes, private pool clubs,
-Art festivals
-Music venues like the Felton Music Hall
- Big Basin Redwood State Park re-emerging post CZU fires
-Boating in the Loch Lomond Reservoir
-Zip line in the Redwood canopy.

Property manager

Lolly and Lindley
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A meadow, forest, steam train, beach..FUN
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Events

No events allowed
All pets and guests must be pre-registered.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Subject to Pet Guidelines, owner approval declared
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250 excess cleaning charges for smoking.
Have fun! But be Safe, and please do not climb the 350 year old tree, know and respect the animals and plants that live in the mountains.
Violation of rules, excessive noise, unregistered guests, dangerous practices may result in loss of privilege to stay without refund.
Small fires in the fire pit only subject to burn notices at firehouse, know water hose on and off, empty coals into the metal coal bin,

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
Note from host: All pets and guests must be pre-registered.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 111596

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ben Lomond

Located in Ben Lomond, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mystery Spot is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ben Lomond, CA

What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • University of California, Santa Cruz - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Mystery Spot - 23 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Vallarta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trout Farm Inn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central Coast , Meadow, Great Roads, Wildlife, Hot-Tub, Polite Pets Welcome located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroads, and Felton Covered Bridge Park. University of California, Santa Cruz and Treks and Tracks Rock Climbing Trips are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

University of Santa Cruz tour trip!

The property is amazing! Cannot wait to come back! The view and wildlife are incredible. The outdoor shower is a must!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce P.

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

Lovely House

We enjoyed our stay at the Ben Lomond house. Got to see a family of deer in the meadow and heard wild turkeys off in the distance. The house was very comfortable and clean. Our dog Tucker especially liked the fenced in deck and yard so he could play off leash.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Beautiful home with an incredible yard

This property was absolutely lovely. The check-in and check-out instructions are very thorough, and the hosts are extremely communicative -- to the point that they called a few minutes after I booked to double-check that I was aware I was putting 7 people in a 1000 sq. ft. house, and then we chatted for half an hour while Lolly told me about the neighborhood and gave me suggestions for things to do. There were a few oddities around the house, but all within the normal and acceptable realm of rental properties.The only thing that was not clear from the listing was that you need to remove the chair from the small bedroom with the bunk bed before pulling out the trundle mattress -- the room technically has 3 beds, but having the third out eats up the entire empty floor area.That said, we had 4 adults and 3 kids in the house and were completely comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karoline & Scott G.

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

A really nice family spot

Great for family gathering. Pictures and online listing are clear and accurate. Great deck, backyard, outdoor shower and hot tub.You feel like you are out in nature, but still close to town and activities. Very well equipped kitchen. Throrough and timely communciation with host. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Wonderful home and home owners!

They were so kind with checking on us when we first got there. Great recommendations for things to do in the area. They even warned us to bad weather that was coming. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

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

Amazing Property in a Beautiful Area

Everything was clean when I arrived and it was really easy to get settled in. I really enjoyed the hot tub and the outdoor shower was really great for rinsing off afterwards. There was easy access to the beautiful Santa Cruz mountains and my friends and I enjoyed hanging out in some of the small surrounding towns. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie g.

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

quick stay

We were in area for wedding and it was the perfect place to stay for 2 nights. My In laws enjoyed taking pics of the local birds and walking the yard
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brick B.

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

Great stay in Ben Lomond for UCSC graduation

We stayed here for UCSC graduation with family of 4. Great location and beautiful outside deck & landscaping. Loved the outside shower, jacuzzi & bird watching. The house had everything we needed to cook & relax and the location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place, quiet

Had a nice stay in a well appointed house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Amazing property and wonderful hosts!

My partner and I stayed several nights and hosted a very small and intimate family wedding ceremony at the property. The property was spectacular, private, and hosted our small group very well. The property owner was very responsive and supportive. We love Ben Lomond, and the location was ideal, in a nice and tucked away neighborhood and close to trail access to Quail Hollow Ranch Park. Really lovely place and amazing experience..thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia R.

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

Park like setting

The house is charming and comfortable with everything one needs and the yard is very nice! We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

KC G.

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

Peaceful escape in a beautiful natural setting

Lovely large grounds near an amazingly beautiful regional park with redwoods and many diverse microclimates. The bedrooms are small but adequate. The hot tub is a fabulous treat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer D.

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

Great weekend

We had a great time and especially enjoyed all the outside space. Wild turkeys were an extra treat!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

bridget a.

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

Lovely in the trees

This was a great way to introduce ourselves to the Santa Cruz mountains. Great hikes start just minutes away. Hot tub a great after-hike activity!! Thanks to the hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

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

Beautiful property and house

The house was the great for hanging out, the property was quiet and beautiful. My family and I enjoyed how close the house was to hiking and the town's but was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori H., Galt CA

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

Beautiful Property

Enjoyed the location and the beautiful property. Homeowner is very helpful and the house is well stocked. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenni F.

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

Santa Cruz Mountains getaway

Fabulous house, property, and location. Everything was excellent. Close to everything you could want to do, yet seems away from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

rob a.

Compact with lovely gardens

Close to Felton, Ben Lomond and a short drive to Santa Cruz. Very relaxing, with a very nice outdoor area and BBQ. 2 decent sized bedrooms and a couple of other sleeping options for extra quests, clean, and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Carolyn L.

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

Ben Lomand Bungalow

Charming well kept older home in lovely canyon. Property was a short drive to the ocean and surrounding Redwoods. Owners were wonderful to work with. We enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit area
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

patricia w.

overall

We enjoyed our stay at Quail Hollow. It's a beautiful property that enabled our grandchildren to roam and have some adventures. The hot tub was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Beautiful

Comfortable, clean, and private. Loved the spacious outdoor area and patio. The wildlife that walked thru was a neat surprise. Magical. Yes, we would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Great house for our family trip

The house is clean, well equipped and very nice. It was an easier drive to Santa Cruz than expected. We did have an issue with an appliance but the owners were very responsive and quick to help us out. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Relaxing Stay

We met family here for the Easter weekend and it was the perfect fit. We were allowed a slightly early check in to accommodate naps for the kids which got us started in a good note. The home is outdated in some respects but very clean and well equipped. The home sits on over 2 acres which makes for a very peaceful and relaxing setting, especially from the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Beautiful Property, Comfortable House

The property and setting was beautiful and comfortable. We wished we could have stayed longer to enjoy all the wonderful amenities. We were there for our daughter’s wedding, which took up all of our time there. Although there were a few quirks to this mountain property (fuses needing to be reset if too many outlets in use, for example) it’s definitely worth the stay for those who want a true getaway. The hosts were accessible and accommodating. The rooms are smaller, but comfortable. Note for those with large parties, the extra bed in the bunk room is a trundle that takes up the minimal floor space, and the listed 1/2 bath is an outdoor shower. All in all, I recommend this property for a lovely, relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Wonderful family getaway

What a treat to get to explore a lovely area so close to the Bay Area. It was lovely and quiet. Beautiful stars at night from the hot tub. Close to many hikes and not too far from the beach. Owner is super responsive and helpful. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lolly and Lindley

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Architecture, Anthropology, the Sea, and History; we love to travel. Our family enjoyed the central coast region for more than a century. Professor Emeritus after teaching the History of Architecture for 43 years, Lindley has been collecting faux columns to erect a folly in the woods. Lolly laid down her trowel and scuba tanks due to a change in health and stamina but is never bored. We met working on an underwater excavation in the Levant and spent three decades exploring the world together with an occasional respite. Please feel free to explore our library at the house

Ben Lomond is a place that defines California Central Coast living at its best. The line between indoor and outdoor living spaces dissolve. Now you have the chance to enjoy our hard work great neighbors, trails, and access to everything on the central coast including the zip line at Mt Herman as you move from platform to platform through the treetop canopy.

Why they chose this property

Many of our neighbors have shared this short private road for more that 40 years. The Oak Tree is AMAZING, as are the hundreds birds daily who come to rest and feed on acorns. We chose this property partly because of the open flat sunny meadow surrounded by forests with distant mountain views and partly because the geology is as varied in each direction as the potential activities nearby.

If you are looking for crowds, noise, fog, and traffic -- you will not find it here. We are tranquility, blue skies, white fluffy clouds, bird song, deer, wild turkeys and brilliant starlight. Once in the house you may not want to leave but the redwood forests, beaches, and cities of San Francisco, Monterey, Carmel, San Jose, Palo Alto and Sunnyvale are all with in reach.

On the mountain, two miles from our country retreat is a venue for quality music at the Felton Music Hall, or Henfling's, both serving casual fare. For a little more local color you might want to check out the Old Log Cabin Bar (sometimes there is a friendly Macaw or a 3 legged dog). Legendary are the ghosts that haunt the main dining room of the Brookdale Lodge, a place I visited for the first time with my grand-mother in 1965. There is a brook running through the terraced dining room (currently being remodeled).

Fishing license and small craft rentals are available at Loch Lomond or the Santa Cruz Wharf as well as other places around the county we can help you find.

What makes this property unique

The outdoor meadow room, the fruit trees, grape vines, herbal garden, and a meditation zone are all created for you to have the best possible mountain experience. Enjoy your barbecue on the deck or patio under the shelter of the pergola and stars.

Behind the property you will find Quail Hollow Ranch, an equestrian park first developed by the founders of Sunset Magazine as their weekend home. The trails around the ranch lead you past a pond, year round streams and a host of wildlife. The sunset trail above our home leads to a panorama vista overlooking the coast and nearby valleys.

The rich and varied history of the region is recognized as one of the most significant biological treasures in the state of California, the Zyante Sandhills Zone support a unique community of plants and animals found only in Santa Cruz County.

We are close to many state parks and the redwood trees beaches and fun and creative shopping areas. We look forward to sharing our list of fun places to play and eat; however, if you are not able to escape leave work, satellite conference rooms and office space is available within two miles.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests