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Guest suite in Scotts Valley

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 629 reviews

Snug and Cozy between the Skyline and the Sea

Super private, peaceful, and quiet; an excellent place for the traveler who is excited about exploring the Santa Cruz mountains and coast. Completely private In-law unit with extras needed to make it cozy. Snuggled between Scotts Valley, Felton, and Santa Cruz it's near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 1440 Multiversity, and Mount Hermon Conference Center yet less than an hour from Silicon Valley. The Airbnb cleaning handbook is followed making this one of the cleanest places you’ll stay at!

3–10 Oct

$151 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Cambria

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 558 reviews

Private suite with panoramic forest / ocean views

Guests just love the privacy and surrounding beauty of our upstairs guest cottage overlooking a lovely forest to the Pacific Ocean (please check out our 550+ 5-star reviews). Our sparkling-clean suite has it all: comfy charm, peace and quiet, abundant wildlife, private entrance, panoramic forest / ocean views, gorgeous sunsets, fresh cotton linens, micro kitchen, dedicated off-street parking and great mesh WiFi for remote work. All this and the marvelous Central Coast just outside your door.

20–27 Apr

$245 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Santa Cruz

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 998 reviews

Jade Studio by Beach at Jasmine Garden Oasis

Jasmine Garden Oasis Retreat House—3 block walk to quiet beaches. Ideal for individuals, couples, or families seeking serenity. SC Permit # 231326. Two upstairs independent guest studios inside our home, each with queen bed and extra beds for $25 charge: Jade Studio with private deck, and Birdsong Studio overlooking garden. Garden hot tub, meditation & QiGong instruction, bicycle loan, allergy-free, healing sessions, and low-EMF option--renewing for heart, body & soul. Sunrise/sunset at beach.

9–16 Oct

$254 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Boulder Creek

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 903 reviews

Redwood Riverfront Getaway

We are nestled in the beautiful California Redwood forest next to the San Lorenzo River. Guests can enjoy our private guest suite with its own entrance and full bathroom. Our property features tall trees, seasonal river swimming on our private beach, fishing, kayaking, and exploring. We are close to downtown Boulder Creek, minutes away from Santa Cruz, wine tasting, hiking, fine dining, and the coastline. We have no hidden fees and even offer a full return of our cleaning fee. Permit #181307

15–22 Apr

$215 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Boulder Creek

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 431 reviews

Enjoy Private Redwoods from Your Bed or the Deck

Come and visit our own private slice of the REDWOOD FOREST with over 40 trees and large deck to enjoy them. Wake up to fresh mountain air, a view of nature and coffee. After a day of WINE tasting, HIKING, BEACHES, or exploration, bring a bottle back and sprawl in comfort reflecting, chatting, or sipping on the deck. The perfect little getaway spot. Treat yourself to some nature with us. A winter fireplace, easy walking and parking makes this scene. 1.5 miles to downtown Boulder Creek and fun!

14–21 Aug

$274 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Los Gatos

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews

Remote Mountain Suite with Hot Tub

One-bedroom attached in-law suite with private entrance- relaxing den with large leather couch, flat screen tv (Roku/no cable) kitchenette w/hot plate and private bath. Supplied with bottle of wine and breakfast essentials. Mountain location 2.5 miles down a very narrow scenic ridge-top road on 6 beautiful acres of lush vegetation and towering redwood trees. Ideal for a couple or small family looking to explore the Santa Cruz county Mountains, Bay Area and coast without breaking the bank.

6–13 Jun

$249 NZD per night

Guest favourite

Guest suite in Salinas

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Spacious studio, 25 minutes to Monterey peninsula

Studio apartment with fully furnished kitchen, granite countertops, shower, vanity, wifi, and TV. Queen bed and fold-out futon couch. 25-30 minutes from Monterey Peninsula, Carmel and Carmel Valley. Many wineries in the Santa Lucia Highlands and Carmel Valley apellations. 10 minutes to Mountain biking in Fort Ord National Monument, home of Laguna Seca Raceway and the Sea Otter Classic. 40 minute drive to Pinnacles National Monument. 10 minute walk to Steinbeck museum and oldtown Salinas.

12–19 Oct

$225 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Paso Robles

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 356 reviews

Cottage

Romantic, freestanding casita with private courtyard, set upon the hillside of a working olive farm in Paso Robles, California. Vintage Moroccan and Spanish light fixtures, built-in Moroccan queen-sized bed, refrigerator, coffee maker and basic utensils make this a perfect home-away-from-home or private retreat. The en suite bathroom features a porcelain tub/shower and stone sink. An outdoor fireplace, fountain and gorgeous views to the surrounding hillside complete the setting.

26 Mar – 2 Apr

$376 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Pacific Grove

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 1207 reviews

CA Dreaming w/Ocean View, Fire pit and Gardens

Wake to an ocean view from a comfy Queen bed and enjoy the large granite walk-in shower w/sky window that opens to the warmth of the sun or coolness of the rain. Drink your morning brew in the beautiful gardens and sip your evening drink by the fire pit. Take a deep breath and enjoy the quiet of a star filled sky. This is the CA/Zen blend… magical, peaceful and pure relaxation. Come renew your spirit. It's time for a break...

26 Aug – 2 Sep

$480 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Morro Bay

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 818 reviews

*Seaside-Village Cottage*

Our motto- "Travelers should be spoiled!" Enjoy the treasures of California's Central Coast -beaches, vineyards, and shopping- then return to a comfortable, cozy king size bed in a quiet neighborhood. We are located on the EAST side of Highway One. A five minute walk puts your toes in the sand and renew your spirit! :)) **We do have a cat; Apollo can be curious. Primarily, Apollo lives upstairs with us.

2–9 Dec

$236 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Del Monte Forest

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 669 reviews

Pebble Beach Guest House

Pebble Beach guest house located in the quiet Del Monte Forest, a golf destination and gated community. 650 sq.ft. 1 bedroom with queen bed, living room, gas fireplace, WiFi, TV, kitchenette, private deck with fire pit and hot tub. 7 min walk to the ocean. 3 min drive to The Inn at Spanish Bay. 5 miles to the Pebble Beach Lodge. Portable crib available. No pets. No smoking on property.

17–24 Jul

$624 NZD per night

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Guest suite in Aptos

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 705 reviews

Ohana with Private Outdoor Shower and Hot Tub

For Outdoor Lovers. Big outdoor area with a private entrance to a cozy, small bedroom/bath, your own large outdoor private enclosed shower & outdoor kitchen area in a garden setting in Aptos, Seacliff area. It is a room with it's own entrance at the back of our house. Hot tub, sauna, fire pit, BBQ, organic garden. 15 min walk to beach thru an open meadow, secluded yet close to everything.

4–11 Aug

$401 NZD per night