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Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
Beautiful oceanfront condominium with an unobstructed view to Monterey Bay & the Pacific Ocean; just 20 minutes south of Santa Cruz & 30 minutes north of Monterey/Carmel. Newly remodeled with granite counters, new kitchen appliances, paint, furniture, tile and carpeted floors. Electric fireplace adds to the magical ambience this home embraces. High ceilings, just steps to the beach. Convenient parking. 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, 1200 sf. A great place to kick off your shoes and relax.

Maison Zen
Nestled high on the hill, this private, cozy mountain sanctuary offers breathtaking views of Lake Cuyamaca and majestic Stonewall Peak. Enter the door of our serene and peaceful zen home and feel your entire body relax in the calming space. The floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a deck where you can enjoy a morning coffee, an evening glass of wine or a restorative yoga session. Maison Zen is ideal for a couple's getaway or an individual's "escape." Not suitable for children or infants.

The Tiny Surfer's Ocean-Inspired Mountain Cabana
A healing retreat, in mountainous cloud forest setting, just above the Pacific Ocean. Hugged by marine layer clouds and mountains, our tiny cabana and sauna offers the healing serenity of nature. A quiet resting place for all; tiny house living removes distractions. With little more than what you truly need, you can reconnect to your heart and find balance. A respite for surfers, spiritual seekers, nature lovers, and city folks, our aim is for you to connect with that which matters most to you.

Rustic Cabin in the Redwoods
Tucked among the redwood trees on top of King's Mountain, this 1 bedroom cabin offers both rustic charm and modern luxury. Property owners live onsite in the main house about 30 feet away from the cabin. Located just 20 minutes off HWY 280, this cabin is the perfect weekend retreat for those looking to get away from the bay area without actually leaving. Spend time relaxing in the pool, hiking or biking one of the nearby trails, or just reading a book while sitting among the redwood trees.

DREAM Airstream! Insane Ocean View! HOT TUB-Cinema
This ultimate romantic glamping retreat offers a unique transformative nature escape ! Perched atop the Malibu hills ABOVE THE CLOUDS with one of the MOST SPECTACULAR OCEAN & MOUNTAINS VIEWS OF THE WEST COAST, the retreat features a custom AIRSTREAM with huge glass sliding doors, a authentic Bedouin tent, a African plunge pool,a outdoor cinema, stargazing bed, swing,piano and shower meticulously designed to bring the spirit of the Sahara desert to California! A ONCE IN A LIFE dream experience!

The Acorn Cottage
Escape to the mountains and cozy up at The Acorn Cottage, a tiny oasis located near beautiful Lake Arrowhead. Featuring breakfast seating, living room for watching TV or playing games, one full-bath, a roomy bedroom upstairs, a gas fire pit and bbq on the deck with comfy seating and dining. This is the perfect little getaway! Sit outside in the morning with your cup of coffee on our beautiful patio and sit by the fireplace at night with a glass of wine or cup of tea after your daily activities.

Encinal Mountain Malibu - Gated Retreat EV charger
Located in Malibu, and unaffected by fires. Encinal Mountain is a private gated retreat featuring two King bedrooms, central A/C, spa bathrooms, and luxurious soaking tub. Fully fenced yard is safe for pets and children. Located 2 minutes up from the Pacific Coast Hwy and El Matador State Beach sits an architectural gem on 5 acres, designed by architects Buff & Hensman. Fully renovated down to the studs it has been restored to retain the midcentury history, yet upgraded with modern luxuries.

Bluebird Cottage Spectacular lake views
Hello and welcome to Bluebird Cottage. We are located 1 mile up a dirt road in the Isabella Highlands overlooking Lake Isabella. Our road is bumpy in and steep in areas, but we have never had a guest not make it up here. We are approximately a 3 hour Drive to Sequoia National Park. We are a 2 hour drive from Death Valley National Park. We are a 4 hour drive from Yosemite. We are 3 hr drive from Los Angeles. Bluebird Cottage is a cozy tiny home with a private outdoor space. Incredible views!

Beautiful Orchard House on the Farm- Jacuzzi/Pool
A very magical place we call home. Nestled in the middle of 20 acres of established walnut trees, lies your new favorite getaway! You can simply sit back and chill in the beautiful Orchard House or come outside and enjoy the patio/pool/barbecue/ fire pit and spa. One of the bedrooms listed is upstairs in a gaming tower, filled with entertainment options!! Also if you love animals as much as we do, you can help feed our furry and feathered friends .Either way....Prepare to fall in love!

Playful Mountain Sunset Escape
Starting from two cargo containers, this home was built to be a seamless space to enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing any luxuries while you play. Designed to be an off-grid, sustainable home, this house features a movable glass wall, which opens the living room into the outdoors facing the setting sun. Beautiful native landscaping surrounds a basketball court and covered dining area. Indoors, natural light and a playful spark runs throughout with a second story hammock to enjoy it all!

A-Frame Apogee | Hot Tub · Epic Views · Swing Set
Couples, Families & Mountain Peace Seekers only, please. Perched on stilts and boasting unrivaled mountain and valley views, sits this incomparable A-Frame. Since 1964, this gorgeous example of Mid-Century A-Frame architecture has graced the Arrowbear Lake Valley. In 2022, it completed a full restoration and has since become the standard by which all other A-Frames are measured. Brilliantly designed by SoCalSTR® | IG: @socalstr "Top 1%" local market performer according to AirDNA

Romantic Creekside-Hot Tub-Privacy
This rustically elegant cabin overlooks year round Rock Creek, on 30 private acres of woodland. High ceilings, french doors, a full kitchen, plush furnishings, wood burning stove and gas barbecue are part of the 650 sq ft of spaciousness. With a hot tub on the deck. Just ten minutes from historic Nevada City. The stargazing and tranquility are amazing. 100% privacy on property and at the creek. This studio cabin is perfect for couples or a solo retreat.
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