I knew I wanted to get out of Los Angeles. I knew I wanted to stay in the middle of the redwoods in the Santa Cruz mountains. I knew I didn't want a typical, knotty pine, plaid upholstery, crocheted pot holder experience.
What I could not have imagined, was finding a beautifully decorated, thoroughly comfortable, every-detail-thought-of modern yurt surrounded by gorgeous gardens with a private patio and modern bathroom.
Peter was a perfect host. Every detail was taken care of. I arrived on a rainy Sunday to find a glowing fire in the gas-powered wood burning stove, and two additional (completely unobtrusive) heaters at the ready.
I slept like a baby at night and during the day I was treated to woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and soft breezes blowing through the trees.
When I reached out to Peter initially, I made it clear that my goal was to be able to step out my door and be surrounded by trees. I was taking a week of contemplative time and was seeking peace and quiet, and that is exactly what I got.
Downtown SC is only 10 miles away, if you want more to do, and Henry Cowell State Park is about a mile from the house, but I never made it there because I was so happy at the yurt.
Peter was an attentive host and there when I needed something, but otherwise completely unobtrusive.
I didn't want to leave, and I look forward to my next stay.