We loved living among the redwoods! It was also great to be so close to Santa Cruz for playing during the day, but enjoy the stillness of the mountains/woods at night. While Boulder Creek is no busy thoroughfare, it was actually a great home base--from there we enjoyed Swanton's Berry Farm in Davenport, beaches and boardwalk and restaurants and more in Santa Cruz, La Placa Bakery in Ben Lomond (I wish we had discovered this Italian bakery on the first day instead of last of our trip), Roaring Camp Railroad in Felton, and Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad in Los Gatos, not to mention some gems right in town: Wild Roots Market (for the prepared foods--especially the quiche), Redwood Keg (for the tri-tip and potato salad), and El Rey Leon (for quesabirria and fish tacos).
If you're looking for a cozy home to hunker down among nature, this is still your spot! The kitchen is very well stocked with pots + pans, dishes + cups + utensils, spices + oils + cooking basics, and so many ways to make coffee! There is a TV, but you have to bring your own login information. The hammock in the backyard was a hit with the kiddo. If you're coming with kids, there are books and games in the chest and so much nature to explore! I do think our 3-year-old son was a bit young for this home, as there were a couple things that we needed to keep an eye on, but if he were just a tad older, I think he would have had an even grander time.