Beautiful 1932 Cottage with stone fireplace, on the hill above Ben Lomond, has a large private yard, and an organic garden with avocado, peach, plum and apple trees. Plus an Outdoor Studio/3rd BR with large windows and skylights and air conditioning. The cottage sits in a lush tranquil setting on a quiet single lane country road. Features include attractive architectural details, cheerful interior colors, granite and butcher block counters, French windows, skylights, and wood floors. 15-20 min to Santa Cruz, 10 min to Scotts Valley, close to popular high quality restaurants, venues, local boutiques and shops.
The great room features a glass-front wood stove set in a cozy stone fireplace, along with gas wall furnace, air conditioner and ceiling fan. There's an office alcove with a large French window and view of the garden, built-in desk top, large drawers, and two-drawer filing cabinet.
The front deck has a BBQ area with prep counter, and a timber-framed covered arbor for outdoor dining and relaxing. Washer and dryer in cottage. Property has backup generator for power outages. EV trickle charging and off-street parking provided. Owner pays trash/recycle. Renter pays own gas and electric. Water bill is shared. Cats are welcome, no dogs please, and no smoking. 12 month lease.
This attractive and quiet country property has fall-color Big Leaf Maples, Laurels, and Flowering Dogwood. Enjoy peaceful, starry nights. Excellent hiking trails nearby. Owner lives in separate fully enclosed area.