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Family escape w/ sauna nestled in the redwoods, near beaches, hiking, cycling

Family escape w/ sauna nestled in the redwoods, near beaches, hiking, cycling

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Cabin front view
Porch
Entry
Full deck view
Deck lounge area with fire pit

Overview of Family escape w/ sauna nestled in the redwoods, near beaches, hiking, cycling

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check out the area

Map
Pescadero, CA
  • Popular LocationButano State Park16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAno Nuevo State Park23 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Basin Redwoods State Park41 min drive
  • AirportPalo Alto, CA (PAO-Santa Clara County)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Adventure Bedroom with Twin over Queen Bunk Bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Beach Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Forest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Ensuite Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided

Master Bathroom with Sauna

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

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Family escape w/ sauna nestled in the redwoods, near beaches, hiking, cycling

Escape with your family to our secluded cabin, nestled in a private neighborhood in the redwoods in Pescadero. Get the best of both worlds with a protected redwood forest for your backyard and a quick seven miles to the beach. Beachcomb and boogie board at the beach by day, and enjoy the canopy of redwoods by night while roasting marshmallows on the fire pit on the large, private deck.

CABIN
With 4 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms, a large group of 9 people can comfortably stay. On the main floor, the ensuite master bedroom has a queen bed with forest views, sliding doors to the deck, bathroom with double vanity, separate shower/toilet room, freestanding tub to soak in while enjoying the view of the redwoods, and an infrared sauna to relax in once the kiddos are asleep.

A view of the redwoods can also be enjoyed from each bedroom upstairs. Both the Beach Bedroom and the Forest Bedroom have queen beds, and the Adventure Bedroom has a bunk bed with a queen bed on the bottom and a twin above.

The kids have a separate woodland-themed playroom just off the Adventure Bedroom, as well as games and a pool table on the “bridge” that joins the two sides of the house upstairs. For those who need to catch up on a little business, we have a full size office with beautiful custom stained-glass French doors, desk space, a leather couch, and many board games in the secretary.

The main living area is a great room with kitchen, dining, and living room with high ceilings, plenty of seating, and a wood-burning fireplace that heats the home and provides ambiance for the entire great room. For cozy nights in, you can enjoy the warm fireplace while watching a movie on the large Vizio TV with free streaming service. Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen with island seating for three and dining for eight (table extensions can be added for more seating).

From the spacious, private back deck, the whole family can enjoy the forest view over the ravine, roast marshmallows around the wood-burning fire pit in the lounge area, grill just off the kitchen, share meals in the outdoor dining area, or relax on the two hammocks and Adirondack chairs. Additionally, the kids can enjoy the side yard with a slide and outdoor games (such as corn hole, ring toss, safe lawn “darts,” giant jenga, foam hatchet toss, and more).

LOCAL AREA
Memorable experiences are endless both local and beyond. Take in the unique and popular local flavor of quaint downtown Pescadero. Shop for antiques and local artisan creations, sip a warm beverage at the cool coffee shop, grab sandwiches and delicious made-daily garlic artichoke bread (a must!) at Arcangeli’s or Mexican food at the Taqueria De Amigos restaurant at the gas station (carne asada burritos and fish tacos are faves), or dine at historic Duarte’s Tavern (be sure not to miss out on their olallieberry pie, made fresh daily). Stop by Harley Farms Goat Dairy to see the goats and get some delicious freshly made specialty goat cheeses and delectables. You can also reserve their chic farm-style upper room for celebrations. On Thursdays, catch the local farmers’ market to get your fresh artichokes, Brussel Sprouts, berries, and much more. Hand harvest mussels at Pescadero Beach in season. Plan an idyllic afternoon picking berries at several local “u-pick” farms, or buy fresh at the darling local R&R Fresh Farms market or many farm stands along the scenic Highway 1. Savor some delicious freshly made quiche at the delightful nearby Loma Mar Store.

Enjoy the many gorgeous “hidden gem” beaches near Pescadero; paddle board on Pescadero marsh; take a hike at nearby Butano State Park, Sam McDonald Park, or Memorial Grove Park to see the giant redwoods and take a family picture at the chimney tree; cycle the scenic, winding roads over Horse Camp or Stage Road; experience the expansive, breathtaking views from Pigeon Point Lighthouse; get up close and personal (but not too close!) with the elephant seals at Año Nuevo State Park; put on your boots for a work day and barn dance at Pie Ranch and grab some fresh pie at their charming shop; get massages at the lodge at Costanoa (a popular glamping destination) and play lawn games (like giant chess) after you dine at their delicious Cascade Restaurant & Bar. At the holidays, swing on the giant swings with a view of the Pacific ocean, roast marshmallows, make wreaths, and go on a tractor ride after cutting down your Christmas tree at Rancho Siempre Verde.

GREATER AREA
After you take in the unique sights and experiences of Pescadero and the surrounding area, you can go south to watch the kite surfers at Waddell Creek Beach, hike to the waterfall at Big Basin State Park, ride an old steam train through the redwoods at the Roaring Camp Railroad, explore the unexplainable at the Mystery Spot, or let go on the rides at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (an amusement park on beautiful Santa Cruz beach).

Heading north, explore picturesque Half Moon Bay, dining and shopping in the downtown eclectic shops; take the kids to pet the animals at Lemos Farm or Pastorino's Pumpkin Farm; view the unique orchids and carnivorous plants at the row of greenhouses on Hwy 92; and delight in the amazing seafood at Barbara’s Fish Trap. In the fall, explore the autumn wonderland by traversing the straw maze at Arata’s Farm and experience the famous Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival.

In the greater area, you can take in all the sights of San Francisco, ride a ferry to Sausalito, tour Stanford in Palo Alto, enjoy the amusement park rides (and the water park) at Great America in Santa Clara, explore the bizarre and fascinating Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, or visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey.

Property manager

Wendy Horton

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Mountain view
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Due to allergies, no cats please!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please respect the neighbors - quiet hours after 10pm until 9am, observe all no trespassing signs
Well and Septic systems: conserve water; only flush toilet paper (place other items in trash); no large amounts of food down disposal (place in trash)
Fires: only allowed in fireplace and fire pit; may be restricted during high fire season (make sure fires in fire pit are out before leaving deck.)

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
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

About the area

Pescadero

Located in Pescadero, this cabin is in the city center and on a river. Troutmere Fishing and Thomas Fogarty Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Basin Redwoods State Park and Pescadero Marsh Nature Preserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Pescadero, CA

What's nearby

  • Pescadero Marsh Nature Preserve - 15 min drive
  • Butano State Park - 16 min drive
  • Pigeon Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive
  • Ano Nuevo State Park - 23 min drive
  • Big Basin Redwoods State Park - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Belmont Station - 51 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Arcangeli Grocery Co. - 11 min drive
  • Mercado & Taqueria De Amigos - 10 min drive
  • Redwood Hall - 16 min drive
  • Loma Mar Store & Dancing Dog Diner - 7 min drive
  • Duarte's Tavern - 10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm, welcoming, beautiful home!
We enjoyed a lovely mom’s weekend! The home is beautiful, well appointed, and Wendy is very attentive to your needs and feedback. We thoroughly enjoyed hiking in Butano, shopping in Half Moon Bay, and exploring Pescadero! The fire pit and quiet deck is a perfect place to relax in the evening. We would love to return… The only drawback is we didn’t plan to stay long enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A MAGICAL place!!
We had the most FANTASTIC time at Woods and Waves!! The property is a gorgeous cabin nestled deep in the redwoods and only a twelve minute drive to the beach! The kitchen is FULLY stocked with everything you need to whip up a meal. My husband and I went with four other friends and we were all very comfortable during our stay. This is everything you could ever want in a weekend trip to nature. Just a heads up, Pescadero is a small farm town so definitely stock up on groceries before driving out. We had an absolutely spectacular time and Wendy thought of every detail to make our stay the most comfortable possible. BOOK THIS CABIN! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Horton

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We live in nearby Menlo Park (about an hour away) and love taking the opportunity to escape the business of the Bay Area to enjoy the adventure of our vacation home in Pescadero. We hope you will be able to take the opportunity to enjoy our family cabin and the surrounding area as well.

Why they chose this property

The serenity of the redwoods, proximity to the ocean, and quaint downtown of Pescadero called to us as we explored vacation homes in the Bay Area. We knew we had found the right spot in our little tucked away neighborhood when we stepped out onto the big back deck of our cabin and took in the beauty of what feels like our own preserved redwood forest in our backyard.

What makes this property unique

Our cabin offers a unique opportunity to escape the busyness of the Bay Area, giving you the feeling you are in the mountains hours away from civilization - yet you are only a little over an hour from one of the nation's most beautiful cities, San Francisco, and fast-paced Silicon Valley. Our cabin gives the experience of being immersed in a beautiful redwood forest, yet with the way the home is situated and the big back deck, you can experience beautiful sunny days while being in a forest (even when Half Moon Bay or the beach are foggy). It is also filled with family fun amenities and is large enough for one or two families to vacation together and enjoy the best of both worlds of adventure from hiking in the redwoods to boogie boarding at the beach.
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