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In This Issue
>> Its Hot Here, Indian Summer in Santa Cruz

>> Spectacular On Beach House - New!

>> Notice of Availability of Vacation Rental Permit

>> Seabright Apple Tree Cottage - New!

>> Seaside Sanctuary - New!

>> New Home - Sunny Beach-In - New!

>> The Blue Whale - New!

>> Bella Casa Vista - New!

>> Stay in One of Our Vacation Rentals This Holiday!


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Featured Homes

 

  The Redwood Beach Glen 
10 Guests   
 4 Bedrooms 
2 Bathrooms
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  Ocean Boardwalk Townhouse
10 Guests 
 5 Bedrooms 
3 Bathrooms  
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University Park Villa 

12 Guests

   3+ Bedrooms   

2 Bathrooms 

  
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 Pebble at Sunny Cove 

 8 Guests 
4 Bedrooms 
2 Bathrooms

 

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Stunning View Villa 

 8 Guests

   3 Bedrooms   

 

2.5 Bathrooms

 

 

 

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Venetian at Capitola Wharf  
10 Guests
4 Bedrooms 
2 Bathrooms

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The DOW is going up!
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So, Enjoy Indian Summer in Santa Cruz!

 

 

Indian Summer is here in Santa Cruz! It's sunny and 80 degrees outside! Come enjoy the nice weather here with no fog or crowds. Also check out the lots of fun events and activities happening listed below! Come enjoy one of our wonderful Vacation Rentals while you're here. We have several new homes in Santa Cruz!

  

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Summer fun in Santa Cruz

 

Friday October 07, 2011

Annual Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza!
A wonderful family event featuring over 50 game and food booths, live entertainment and a fireworks display.
Aptos, CA | 831.685.3317 | visit web site | more info 

 

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Saturday October 08, 2011  

17th Annual Mountain Parks Foundation Lobster Feed
1 1/2 pound whole Maine lobster, plus salad, corn on the cob, garlic bread, dessert, wine, beer & soft drinks.
Felton, CA | 831.335.3174 | visit web site | more info 

 

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Saturday October 08, 2011 - October 09, 2011

Hot Rods at the Beach
A local non-profit event featuring 500 classic & street rod vehicles, raffles, food, music, local vendors & displays. FREE
Santa Cruz, CA | 831.423.3720 | visit web site | more info 

 

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Sunday October 09, 2011

Welcome Back Monarchs Day
Discover why these amazing insects call Santa Cruz their home in winter. Arts, crafts, games, music & fun. FREE
Santa Cruz, CA | 831.423.4609 | visit web site | more info 

 

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October 24, 2011 - October 31, 2011
O'Neill Coldwater Classic

Final event on the 2011 O'Neill Cold Water Series attracting some of the world's finest competitors.
Santa Cruz, CA | | visit web site  | more info 

 

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October 28, 2011 - October 29, 2011

Ghost Train
Ride a steam train to Bear Mountain through a haunted redwood forest as you relive "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow".
Felton, CA | 888.35.EVENT | visit web site | more info 

 

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October 31, 2011

Halloween on the Wharf
Little witches, goblins, ghosts & their parents can enjoy safe & sane trick-or-treating on the Wharf. FREE
Santa Cruz, CA | 831.420.5273 | visit web site  | more info  

 

 

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Birding Paradise: Watsonville Festival

Birding Paradise: Watsonville festival promotes region's avian wealth

 
September 23-25

 

Even if you missed this festival, you can come see Santa Cruz's flocks of birds!
 
 
Bob Culbertson, a member of the steering committee for the Monterey Bay... (Bill Lovejoy/Sentinel)
 

Santa Cruz has a lot of birds that visit there  

 
 


The Watsonville-based festival, which started Thursday and runs through Sunday, has attracted birders from as far away as England hoping to catch glimpses of the Central Coast's wealth of resident and migrating birds. Field trips range from California condor watching at Pinnacles National Monument south of Hollister to walks along Watsonville's slough system and at Sunset and Natural Bridges state beaches. 


Even if you missed this festival, you can come see Santa Cruz's large variety of birds!

 >> read more about birding paradise: Watsonville festival promotes region's avian wealth

Notice of Availability of Vacation Rental Permit
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New Ordinance Application Forms and Information

 

Are you a Vacation Rental Owner?

 

On May 3, 2011 the Board of Supervisors adopted a vacation rental ordinance and on July 13, 2011 the California Coastal Commission unanimously certified the vacation rental ordinance as adopted by the Board of Supervisors.

Starting August 29, 2011 and continuing for 90 days, until November 28, 2011, the County will accept applications for existing vacation rentals (i.e., those that were in operation as vacation rentals before April 5, 2011) anywhere in the unincorporated portion of Santa Cruz County, including the Live Oak Designated Area (LODA).

Also starting on August 29, 2011, but with no end date, the County will accept applications for new vacation rentals anywhere in the unincorporated portion of the County except in the LODA. No applications for new vacation rentals inside the LODA will be accepted until after November 28, 2011.

 

 



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Good Neighbors of Santa Cruz County is a non-partisan group of hundreds of county citizens, property and business owners who have come together to preserve the unique character of Santa Cruz, including its place as a vacation destination for families and people of all walks of life. 

Seabright Apple Tree Cottage - New!

 

Seabright Apple Tree Cottage

 

12 min walk to the Seabright beach, Boardwalk and Harbor! 

 

 
6 Guests max 
(older than 12 yrs) 
 
2 Bedrooms 
1 Bathrooms  
No Pets 
 
Hot Tub 
2 Apple Trees 
3 Grapefruit Trees 

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  • Seaside Sanctuary - New!

     

    Seaside Sanctuary

     
    The Seaside Sanctuary: A Natural and Organic Wonder Land for all ages...

    If you are looking for a special place to stay, a hide-away in the heart of Santa Cruz, imagine this... a well loved little wooden cottage nestled in a residential neighborhood, surrounded on 3 sides by dense "Wild English Style "Organic mini Gardens , removed from yet close (minutes bike ride) to downtown and
    just 3 blocks from: Seabright Beach, the San Lorenzo River, the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, the Natural History Museum and the Buena Vista Playground .

    The Seabright Neighborhood with its family friendly beach, the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and the Light House a short walk away plus Cafes, Bar n Grills, Restaurants, salon, convenience store, climbing gym, hiking and biking trails etc.. is an ideal location for those ready for some summer fun!
    Sound good?

    Then this destination may be right for you, (with a sequestered yet accessible location).
     

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  • New Home - Sunny Beach-In

    Sunny Beach-In

      
    Sleeps 8-10, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 Master Master King bed Suites both with ocean & beach views Pets considered. This charming beach cottage with great Twin Lakes Beach views was completely rebuilt 2-years ago. The main level had a large redwood deck and enters into a Great room with cathedral ceilings, built-in Flat Screen TV with lots of DVD's.  There is a beautiful new kitchen with all new stainless steel applia nces including a gas stove, and a with large pantry.  On the ocean side of the Living Room is the 1st Master King bedroom with a large & connecting bathroom with glass tile accents.
    Sunny Beach-In
    8 Guests
    3 Bedrooms
    3 Bathrooms
    Upstairs is another Master King Suite with a private bath.

    Below the main level is a large room with a 62" flat screen TV, a Double innerspring futon and a set of twin bunk beds.  

    The Great room couches are an additional set of twins when the back pillows are removed, if needed.

    Just a short 5-homes walk from the Twin Lakes Beach with its bonfire rings, bathrooms and summer lifeguards. Easy 5 block walk to the Boardwalk and a 3-block walk to a fun kid's playground with a tennis court on 7th Ave. Lots of great restaurants, and also during the summer, there are Free Water Taxi rides in the Harbor.


    If your group is a bit large for just this home, you can also rent the lovely Beachview Porchswing Cottage directly across the street, with 2-bedrooms and 1 bath. These two homes together sleep 12-16.

    Beachview Porchswing Cottage
    4 Guests 
    2 Bedrooms 
    1 Bathroom

      

    For more info about these homes:

     

    The Blue Whale - New!

     

    The Blue Whale

     

    15 Guests
    5 Bedrooms
    2.5 Bathrooms

     

    >> read more about The Blue Whale

     

    This house has one home upstairs and one downstairs. This setup makes it great for family reunions and group retreats. You get the best of two worlds: everyone is together, yet there is plenty of privacy with 5-bedrooms, 3.5-bathrooms, 2-Living Rooms, 2-kitchens and 2-Hot Tubs.
    The whole house has:  Wireless Internet, LCD HD Flat screen TVs, Stereo, Linens, Towels, Bathroom sink amenities, Boogie boards and assorted Bicycles.  

    You`ve got everything you need, a home away from home with lots of comfort. Step out the gate and take a level stroll right to the beach.  The Rio Del Mar beach is 7-miles long and in the Rio Del Mar area has a small market, a deli called the Pixie Deli that specializes in BBQ Chicken and Tri-Tip and great Ice Cream cones.  There is another deli that has great quiches and gourmet coffee. Just 90-steps to the beach!
    Bella Casa Vista - New!

     

    Bella Casa Vista

     
    12 Guests

    2.5 Baths

     2 Bedrooms +1 Den

     

    Bella Casa Vista is a 2-minute flat walk to the large sandy beach that is 7-miles long and includes a foot bridge across from the the Rio Del Mar area & Seacliff Beach State Park with its famous cement ship. Picnic tables and barbecue pits are available.Also within an fun bike ride is the beautiful Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. With over 30 miles of trails, hiking, jogging and biking along trails and streams and small waterfalls are some of the activities to be enjoyed here. Picnic tables and barbecue pits are available. Within a 5 minute drive of Bella Casa Vista, is the historic village of Aptos with the famous Bayview Hotel and Restaurant. Several restaurants from the English Pub, the Britannia Arms with its stone fireplaces, game room and frequent live music, The Sushi on the Run, which makes fresh Sushi to order and Manuel's Mexican on Center at the entrance to Seacliff St Beach Park has specialized in serving wonderful Red Snapper for years!!


    Stay in One of Our Vacation Rentals This Holiday!

    Why Stay In a Vacation Rental for the Holidays?
    • No one is in charge because your all on vacation and it's no ones home. 
    • Everything in the fridge is up for grabs
    • Everyone helps - and no one cares where the dishes go!


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    Perfect Gift for those on your list who have everything. . .
    except more time with children and grandchildren. A gift certificate toward any of our 60+ beach vacation rental homes in any amount over $50. This will be delivered gift wrapped to the address of your choice along with a 4 x 6 x 6" Tin House filled with Santa Cruz Salt Water Taffy by Marinis!

     
    And you, the Giver, get one Tin House filled with Salt Water Taffy too for free!


     
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