Felton, CA Home for Rent

Felton is a rural community tucked in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Located less than 10 miles north of Santa Cruz, the small mountain enclave has abundant nature and outdoor opportunities, while its historic downtown offers shopping and dining conveniences. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park anchors the area with redwood groves that are more than 1,000 years old, undulating creeks and waterways, and unique flora and wildlife unique to Santa Cruz County. “Felton is good for outdoor folks and for people who want privacy,” says Geneva Lawless, a Realtor at David Lyng Real Estate with over 20 years of experience. “There are lots of great trails, there’s Covered Bridge Park, and people love Fall Creek for the scenery.” Felton’s downtown area lies on a small parcel of flat land, and houses, many of which are cottages and cabins built in the 20th century, sit close together on gridded street blocks. Properties farther out are tucked in the woods, with narrow, winding streets and towering redwood trees that block the skylight. Housing styles include raised ranches, deck houses and modern cabins built on raised foundations, and lots range from several thousand square feet to