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Romantic A-Frame Cabin | Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Skiing
❤️Escape to the most romantic cabin in Southern California-featured in Dwell Magazine❤️ ★ Perfect for a couple's getaway ★ Designer furnishings, high-end linens, luxury details ★ Hot tub surrounded by boulders ★ Firepit ★ Cozy fireplace ★ Hiking out the back door ★ Nespresso Vertuo espresso, coffee ★ 55" TV, WiFi, games ★ Gas grill ★ 7 min to Snow Valley ★ 5 min to Running Springs ★ 13 min to Sky-Park ★ 19 min to Lake Arrowhead ★ 25 min to Big Bear Lake ★ We welcome people from all backgrounds

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.

An Architects Studio- In a Secluded Forest
This incredible space has been the inspirational hub for designing the most creative projects in Humboldt during the past 18 years. Now it has been reborn as an immersive space to enjoy the redwoods. Every inch has been thoughtfully designed to allow our guests to feel the enveloping majestic nature of the surrounding forest. Upon arrival, a golf cart awaits for your journey through the woods, to the upper landing of the raised boardwalk crossing over a seasonal creek bringing you to The Studio.

Summit Sanctuary: 360° Views
Nestled on a private ranch, our modern retreat offers breathtaking views of the Sierras, Alabama Hills, and Owens Lake. Crisp mountain air and complete seclusion invite you to slow down and reconnect with nature. Relax in the contemporary outdoor living space with a cozy fire pit, perfect for unwinding beneath incredible night skies. Just minutes from Mobius Arch, Movie Rd & Mt. Whitney, this well-appointed getaway is ideal for solo travelers or couples seeking rugged beauty and modern comfort.

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.

Serene Redwood Retreat w/Modern Comfort
At our Modern cabin nestled among 150 year old redwoods, we invite you to embark on a unique adventure of embracing the outdoors while only minutes from town. Wine tasting in downtown Carmel, World Class Golf at Pebble Beach or Hiking trails of Point Lobos and Big Sur. "Magical", "Amazing", "A True Sanctuary" are just a few words used by our guest to describe their stay with us. Get away and unplug in the stillness and solitude of our Serene Redwood Retreat. Please see property description.

Triumph Oaks Modern Ranch Guest House
Journey down an equestrian street to a secluded guest house on a 2.5 acre property. A modern rustic 1 bed, 1 bath retreat draws you in & out! Let the outdoors fuel your fun & relaxing getaway. Enjoy stunning sunset views by the fire, or interact with horses, goats, & chickens! Wake up to peace and quiet with horses grazing feet from your door. Inside are comforts of home combined with soothing grays & reclaimed wood. Whether in or out, you’ll be captivated by this newly constructed refuge.

Private and spacious redwoods retreat at Sea Ranch
Tucked away in the redwoods, this newly furnished home is a serene retreat at Sea Ranch. It enjoys near-total privacy on three acres of forest, plus the sound, smell and sight of the ocean through a gap in the trees on a clear day. The main room and the master bedroom are spacious, with views of the forest from every angle. The house has fiber-optic internet and has sufficient space for two people to work remotely very comfortably. More pictures on IG: @theseaforesthouse. TOT 3398N.

That Red Cabin - Cozy Studio near Yosemite NP
Welcome to That Red Cabin! This cozy mountain cabin is your perfect Yosemite stay. Located just 15 minutes from the south gates of Yosemite National Park, and 10 minutes from the town of Oakhurst. You’ll be close to Yosemite, but also conveniently close to grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, and everything else this cute mountain town has to offer! We’re also very close to Bass Lake, and walking distance to Lewis Creek Trailhead, a National Forest trail featuring two waterfalls.

Handcrafted Hideaway Near Mendocino
*We're usually closed Nov-Feb. Open to messages! Our cabin is nestled among redwood trees a few miles from the wild Pacific Ocean, historic Mendocino, and the Anderson Valley wine country. A place to relax, recharge, or finish a creative project. Bookings include Mendocino County tourism tax. No pets due to wildlife, and host allergies. Note: bear, fox, hawks, quail, bats, lizards, banana slugs, bobcat, spiders are part of the forest ecosystem and may occasionally visit the vicinity.

Botanist Cabin: Your Magical Forest Escape Awaits
Built in 1948 beside a flowing stream, this historic botanist’s cabin was created for simple living and deep connection with nature. Light-filled and intimate, the studio is wrapped in windows that bring the forest indoors, with a full kitchen, soaking tub, and outdoor shower. Surrounded by redwoods, a lily pond, a water garden, and wandering paths, this is a rare place to slow down, unplug, and experience something truly one of a kind in Three Rivers.

Vineyard View Cottage with Hot Tub
Escape to our private hilltop cottage in Paso Robles wine country! This stylish retreat offers breathtaking 360-degree views, a new hot tub, and a fire pit. Comfortably sleeping 4 in two private king suites, it's the perfect serene getaway. You're just minutes from world-class wineries, Sensorio, and Vina Robles Amphitheater. Your ultimate Central Coast vacation awaits!
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