Luxury Mountain Cottage in Gated Community This spacious cottage is located on a fenced three-quarter acre corner of the Owner's 7-acre parcel. The nearest neighbor is over 600 feet away, assuring complete privacy. The cottage was fully renovated in late 2021, and offers 1380 square feet of living space, consisting of 900 square feet of flexible open-plan living, and a 480 square foot private deck with forest, mountain and sunset views. * All appliances are full-sized and new (french door refrigerator, gas 6-burner and double-oven range, dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer). * The enclosed bedroom is adequate for a King bed, and includes a large well-appointed closet and a bonus loft storage area. * The bathroom, finished in marble and artisan tile, includes a vanity with double sinks and a spacious and elegant walk-in shower. * The kitchen includes quartzite counters, artisan tile backsplash, an over-sized worktable/eating bar, significant cabinet space and a dedicated pantry. * The great room includes an entry alcove (also useable as an additional sleeping or office space), a large living room space, a wood stove, and a separate dining or office area. * The stacked washer and dryer units are located in their own alcove between the great room and the bedroom/bathroom hallway. * There is recessed lighting, vinyl plank flooring and window coverings throughout (black-out shades in bedroom). * Central HVAC (heating and cooling), plus electric wall heaters in each room for decentralized warming if desired. * The cottage is reached by its own private driveway and there is private off-street parking for two vehicles. * The cottage is steps away from the Saratoga Gap Trail and the north boundary of Castle Rock State Park. A variety of hiking, biking and rock climbing opportunities are all within minutes of the cottage. Property is available now. Tenant must establish an automated payment process and have renter's insurance. First month's rent, plus a security deposit equal to one month's rent, due at lease signing. Owner supplies septic and water (subject, at Owner's discretion, to a monthly use allowance based and Santa Cruz County average daily water use). Owner will also make firewood available for cutting and splitting. Tenant is responsible for all other utilities and services (electricity, propane, trash, internet); Owner will assist Tenant in identifying suppliers and the options used by nearby residents). AT&T cell and data signals are available at the cottage. No smoking or fires of any kind allowed in the cottage or on the property excepting use of the wood stove. Pets will be considered on a case by case basis and subject to additional fees and deposit. A drip-irrigation garden is possible and permitted, subject to water use limits.
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