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VillaNola! Your Santa Cruz Mnts Abode Under Redwoods, No Crowds & All Adventure!

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Front of Cottage
Living area
Comfee/cozy Queen Bed, custom made by owners furniture, charger & reading lamps!
Enjoy your meal with Ridgetop Mnt views!
Living area
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Los Gatos, CA
  • Popular LocationOcean Street19 min drive
  • Popular LocationMystery Spot23 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk23 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Livingroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

VillaNola! Your Santa Cruz Mnts Abode Under Redwoods, No Crowds & All Adventure!

*** Instant Booking pending owner review/approval. PLEASE SUBMIT DETAILS ABOUT YOUR YOURSELFs & PET WITHIN 24hrs OF BOOKING (select "pets" in booking). BOOKING WILL BE CANCELED OTHERWISE ***

This cottage is meticulously maintained, tastefully furnished with rustic industrial minimalist furnishings that best suites couples, but is pet & kid friendly (advance approval required) with 1bedroom/1bathroom accommodations that boast all the comforts of home.

VillaNola-LG is thoughtfully stocked with the utilities you would need, sits on a picturesque 1.5-acre lot that backs up to 113 acres of redwood forest. Just grab your bag, check in and enjoy your work or play stay!

You can't beat the location and charming setting, with a local host for any real-time questions, needs and to give you all the local tips and tricks for a fabulous stay!

Stay with us to work or play... The cottage is ready for it all! Great mobile cellular coverage, Comcast high-speed internet, smart TVs and automatic whole house generator ensures you stay connected when needed and the very sunny location, yet lush natural setting allows to disconnect with a flip of a switch of your devices to unplug and relax.

Hike from right outside the cottage to nearby abandoned Wrights Station tunnel along Laurel creek, visit multiple wineries within a couple miles drive, yet only 15mins to picturesque Downtown Los Gatos for all the best fine dining & Soquel or Santa Cruz for coastal dining! So many craft brewers and wonderful outdoor activities to fit any level of outdoor enthusiasts’ fitness levels on either side of the hill!

The cottage is easily accessible, nestled in a highly sought out & peaceful neighborhood in the Los Gatos Mnts. Its proximity allows easy access to everything that one could possibly want and more. It’s location and less than 5 mins to the famous Summit Store for its Bay Area famous Deli/Meat Counter/Sushi bar or any worldly ingredients you need to prepare your own fabulous meal cooked in the cottage's cute chef's kitchen!

This is a have your cake and eat it too kind of a vacation spot where you can seamlessly toggle between work and play… the same day! We directly straddle the main Summit Rd. in Los Gatos Mnts, only 15mins to downtown Los Gatos, 25min drive to the heart of Silicon Valley for business or 20mins to Santa Cruz, the other side of the Hill where you can take in coastal activities like Kayaking, SUPing, Whale watching/Deep Sea fishing, easy walk/hike on the cliffs of Wilder Ranch exploring the protected wetlands at Moss Landing and SO MUCH MORE! Santa Cruz/Aptos/Capitola beaches on the other end in addition to Monterey, Moss Landing or San Francisco less than an hour away gives you endless exploring options!

There is so much to do locally with a quick drive, you’ll almost surely need to come back and visit again, and again, and again to see it all...

It even has a fully enclosed charmingly set up in the backyard, perfect for morning coffee, meditation, or evening adult beverages with soaring redwoods above head that can accommodate our furry travelers (pre-approval required, no more than 2 small to medium size) in a safe enclosed space.

PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY:
- ABSOLUTELY NO DRUGS or SMOKING of any kind allowed in/outside or on the property grounds and grounds for immediate eviction.

- Space best suited for 2 adults, a couple is ideal. Max occupancy is 3, for young families with children under 10yrs w/o added fees. Adult/young adult occupancy need be approved in advance and may incur added fees upon accepting. Please include ages in booking request.

- Cottage is in very peaceful and quiet area. If you are looking for a party pad, please do not inquire.
- Santa Cruz County quiet hours are 10pm through 8am. They will be enforced and must be observed. Outside those hours, noise levels should remain respectful of neighbors as well.

- Respectful guests only as cottage sits above main house and is in close proximity (20-30yards) on same parcel with a dog (may bark upon arrival, nothing a nice welcoming petting won't stop), not so cuddly cat, and a family with teens and a grade school child.

- Property has security cameras in driveway for safety, wildlife, and noise compliance. There are Mnt Lions, Bobcats, Skunks and Raccoons present, although you would be lucky to spot them, we must respect their habitat as we occupy it.

- Rebooking outside 30 day cancelation window can only be pushed out 13 days max.

- Ceiling and box fans for cooling, No AC. Under forest canopy, stays relatively cool unless triple digit heat waves hit.

Property manager

Oz Nolz

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please message with family ages

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must preapprove size/breed/qty, include in request

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Final Instant booking pending owner approval. Traveler MUST contact owner within 24hrs with party/pet description or booking will be voided.
- NO DRUGS or SMOKING of any kind allowed in/outside the cottage. - Quite hours 10pm-8am AND Plz NO PETS on furniture, MUST be well behaved pet.
- Rebooking outside 30 day cancelation window can only be pushed out 2 weeks max.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Los Gatos

Located in Los Gatos, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and popular attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Los Gatos, CA

What's nearby

  • Regale Winery and Vineyards - 2 min drive
  • Ocean Street - 19 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 23 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 23 min drive
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Diridon Station - 24 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zayante Creek Market & Deli - 21 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 14 min drive
  • Steel Bonnet Brewing Company - 14 min drive
  • Starbucks - 14 min drive
  • Lupin Lodge - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is VillaNola! Your Santa Cruz Mnts Abode Under Redwoods, No Crowds & All Adventure! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at VillaNola! Your Santa Cruz Mnts Abode Under Redwoods, No Crowds & All Adventure!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VillaNola! Your Santa Cruz Mnts Abode Under Redwoods, No Crowds & All Adventure!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is VillaNola! Your Santa Cruz Mnts Abode Under Redwoods, No Crowds & All Adventure! located?

Located in the heart of Los Gatos, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Cruz Mountains and Villa del Monte Winery. Regale Winery and Vineyards is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana B., San Jose, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
I love how small the place was for me and my partner. We both loved the place the but the only thing we didn’t like was the road to get there. It was very shallow and the road was kind of messed up but besides that, the place was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P., Truckee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away in the redwoods
The property was nicely updated and clean. While the guest house is located next to the owners house, we didn’t mind their proximity at all. Communication was good and the owner was very respectful and responsive of our needs once we checked in. The drive to Santa Cruz was easy. The neighborhood was great for morning and evening walks. This was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Redwood work trip
Beautiful cottage in the redwoods. Great hill waking workout with my dog, especially when the sun decided to shine
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin
Thank you so much. Such a darling place and location. Would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Mountain Getaway
Oz was an amazing host with plenty of suggestions on sites to see, and always so pleasant to communicate with! The cottage is nestled in the woods very close to Santa Cruz for daytime fun, and downtown Los Gatos for evening dining. The "wood" heating stove was nice to get cozy with and the loft was a lot of fun to lay down with a book, as was swinging on the tire swing (for my daughter!). We live only an hour and a half away, and this was exactly what my 12-year-old and I needed. We got a bunch of ideas from the book on the coffee table, and played each day by ear. The highlight of all the things we did was the egg vending machine at Glaum. A quirky, must-see! Thank you, Oz! We enjoyed our stay very much, and hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Oz Nolz

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We have lived in the Los Gatos/Santa Cruz Mnts for about a about 14 years and have loved every second of it (Except when evacuating for wildfire threats)! We are a young active family of 4: 3 kids, a dog and a cat.

Why they chose this property

Villa Nola's tranquility, safety, peace, majestic redwoods and rolling fog are just a few things we adore about the setting. This new built cottage was designed, built and decorated by the owners in a way that they would want to live in themselves.

The cottage is located on the same property as the main home, just 50ft-ish apart, but sitting above the main house gives the cottage great privacy.

The Location is bar none, straddled 15-20mins between Silicon Valley and the world renowned Monterey Bay each direction and only an Hour to San Francisco and Monterey/Carmel gives you endless opportunities to explore!

What makes this property unique

Right outside the cottage door you are a short hike from one of the outlets to the historic Wrights Tunnels along the Laurel Creek that served as a "modern way" for transporting logged timber and transporting folks from the valley to the ocean in the late 1800's.
We are within less than a 5 mile radius of 6 craft wineries, and 20mins to where there are several craft beer brewers. 10mins to Demo Forest for world class Mnt biking trails and so much more!

The location and the cottage are a true best kept secret!

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