
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Bonny Doon
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Santa Cruz A-Frame
This unique A-Frame cabin, in a quiet mountain neighborhood with private creek access, was handbuilt in 1965 and remodeled in the summer of 2024. Now a little slice of heaven on the creek in the redwoods. *5-10 min to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad, Loch Lomond Recreation Area, the Trout Farm Inn, Quail Hollow Ranch + Felton stores. *20 min to Santa Cruz, beach + Boardwalk. *1 min to Zayante Creek Market (EV charger) Find us on social: Insta @SantaCruzAFrame
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 184 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!
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 850 reviews
Redwood Retreat
Peaceful creek-side studio in a redwood grove. Private outdoor Jacuzzi & sauna. Private entrance with bathroom, sitting area & mini-kitchen. Unit is attached to the main house but it's very private and feels like a cabin. Hang out in the cozy room, in the private glen by the creek or go explore Henry Cowell Redwoods state park, local restaurants or tourist train. 20 min drive to the ocean & Santa Cruz. A good hub for exploring Monterey and Big Sur. San Francisco is close enough for a day trip
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 878 reviews
Adventure house under the redwoods, with spa!
Permit#211357 Large new spa added March '25. Massive Redwoods surround you while you stay at this amazing retreat home in Mount Hermon. Kids will love the tree house bunk room with climbing wall and also the backyard trampoline. Relax in the back yard at the huge picnic table or on the adirondack chairs while enjoying the majestic giant trees. Steps away from the adventure courses of Mount Hermon and many creek trails. Twenty minutes to the Boardwalk and 15 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz.
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviews
Redwood cabin retreat + spa + dogs + A/C + creek
Escape to Whiskey Creek (Permit #231409), a peaceful cabin in the Redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Relax in the private hot tub beneath towering trees, explore nearby trails, and return to a cozy wood-stove retreat just minutes from the beaches of Santa Cruz. Perfect for couples, families, and friends, Whiskey Creek offers a fire pit, A/C, Sonos speakers and fast Wifi. Minutes from Henry Cowell State Park, Roaring Camp, world-class mountain biking, and the coast. You will love it here!
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Forest Cabin & Hot Tub
Take it easy in this cozy cabin retreat in the Santa Cruz Mountains. 30 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz and beaches. This charming 400 sq. ft. studio is the perfect setting to disconnect from city life and immerse yourself in the redwoods. The cabin features a queen bed, full bathroom, kitchen & BBQ. The private yard includes a hot tub, propane firepit and hammock to fully relax and unwind. Please note the cabin is on a one way, windy road. There is WiFi but no TV or A/C. SCC Permit# 241449
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Cozy Coastal Redwood Cabin
Rest and connect in this warm, cozy, and private cabin that is nestled in the redwoods. Only minutes away from Henry Cowell State Park, where you can enjoy world class mountain biking trails, hiking, or swimming in the river. Or, enjoy the beach 15 minutes away. This is a perfect place to refresh in the magic of the Coastal Redwoods. Music fills most nights either from the Felton Music Hall or from the chorus of frogs. And wake up in the mornings to the mist in the trees when the fog rolls in.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 339 reviews
Kathleen’s Fern Cottage
Rest and rejuvenate in privacy at the cozy Fern Cottage which nestles in a 1/3 acre woodland garden with paths and hideaway seating areas. Each room has a garden view except the walk-in closet. Less than a mile from Boulder Creek, other areas to explore are a hop, skip & jump away: picnic and swim at the river beach park in town, hike & bike on trails, and 30 min. to ocean beaches, galleries, jazz clubs, surfboard rentals, theaters, restaurants, the Boardwalk & Santa Cruz Wharf and more.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
Private Suite in the Redwoods with a View
Our location is on a quiet dead-end street in the beautiful redwood forested mountains above Felton. We have an intimate private suite (bedroom with Queen bed, sitting room and bath), with its own entrance. We have a wide view of the San Lorenzo Valley, and are only 2 miles from downtown Felton. Access to hiking, mountain biking, coast trail and surfing is within minutes. We are taking the current coronavirus situation very seriously, and have implemented advanced cleaning procedures.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 506 reviews
Luxurious 24’ Yurt in beautiful half acre garden
Nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains just 4 miles from the beach, 5 miles to Davenport and 9 miles from Santa Cruz (12 minutes by car) sits a magical Yurt situated in a beautiful private fenced half acre garden in Bonny Doon. Experience all that Santa Cruz has to offer then get away from the noise, traffic and bustle of the city and relax in this quiet and peaceful place situated above the fog line. Guaranteed to meet and likely exceed your expectations Dog, Child, and 420 friendly.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 405 reviews
Luxury garden villa w/ hot tub and game room
Welcome to our Luxury Villa in the Santa Cruz mountains, a paradise where you can relax and make unforgettable memories. Our villa boasts a spacious patio where you can enjoy your meals surrounded by enchanting gardens. Unwind in our pool, relax in the hot tub, or challenge your friends to a game of pool on professional sized pool table, in our brand-new recreation room. The room features a beautiful handmade walnut bar, complete with a commercial ice maker, sink, and fridge.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
Peaceful Coastal Mountain Cabin
Redwood Skye, our classic A-frame home, is nestled among the towering trees in the Santa Cruz mountains. Escape, unwind, and enjoy nearby hiking, biking, beaches, parks and more — all of which got us featured on the Emmy award-winning TV series, “Staycation.” Conveniently located: 5 mins to Henry Cowell State Park, Roaring Camp Railroad & Felton Music Hall; 15 mins to Santa Cruz with its famous boardwalk and spectacular beaches; 45 mins to San Jose; ~1 hr to SFO.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviewsPopular amenities for Bonny Doon family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Paradise Treehouse & Heavenly Cabin
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews
Santa Cruz area serene retreat, sleeps 4
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 343 reviews
The Hacienda- Santa Cruz Mountain Ridgetop Retreat
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews
Beach Front Dream House! Hottub/E-Bikes/Surfboards
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
Lower Westside Sanctuary by Natural Bridges Beach
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 321 reviews
Either Way Hideaway
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
Oceanview Family Playground
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

Caboose in the redwoods just outside of Cupertino
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 464 reviews
Artsy Cabin in Half-acre Serene Redwoods
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviews
Sunny Harborside Bungalow
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 768 reviews
Yurt in Vineyard Overlooking Monterey Bay
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 414 reviews
BonnyDoon Redwood Getaway+Breakfast | Beach & UCSC
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 437 reviews
The Lavender House
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 443 reviews
Steps to Blacks Beach
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 412 reviews
Stay Alpha Home • Modern Redwood Retreat with Pool
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4.78 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

Cozy BUS on Farm Animal Rescue with CITY VIEW
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
Luxury 4-Suite Carbon-Neutral Home With Pool
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
Walk to the beach, panoramic ocean view, and pool!
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
Sanctuary in Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 620 reviews
Relax + Unwind in Brand New 2BD Modern Bch Retreat
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews
Beautiful Ocean View 2 BR-Seascape-Miles of Beach
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
3 BR Home on Vineyard nr Palo Alto & Stanford
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Oceanfront beach house with private hot tub
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