6 NorCal Mountain Homes For Sale: Less Than A 2-Hour Drive

CALIFORNIA — A mountain home sounds appealing, until you consider the hours on the road that it takes to get there. A crazy drive will make you even more stressed.

Patch editors have gathered recommendations for weekend homes that are less than a two-hour drive. And some are so reasonably priced, those, who can work from home most days, may be tempted to make a permanent move. (That's Big Sur above)

Take a look at these beauties. And if you click through to realtor.com, you can search homes close the the ones that we've featured.

Off-The-Grid Rustic Cabin Borders Redwoods State Park

Need a getaway that's not too far away? This cabin in the Santa Cruz mountains comes with over 6 acres of land for $499,000, and no neighbors in sight!

Redwood Retreat On Sonoma County Coast: $799K

This Craftsman-style bungalow has an open floor plan that will accommodate your family and friends, too.

Rustic Monte Rio Cabin Near River, Town: $229K

The quaint cabin on the Russian River was built in 1914 and has been in the same family for generations.

Looking For An Affordable Vacation Home? How About A Yurt?

This circular home comes with an RV and is situated on 7 private wooded acres in Santa Cruz area - less than two-hour drive from East Bay.

Mountain & Ocean Views Galore From Big Sur 'Poet's Cabin'

Looking for a vacation getaway a short drive from home? Check out this rustic cabin surrounded by natural beauty and up for sale.

Compact & Cozy Cabin: Just $335K In South Lake Tahoe

A short drive from Sacramento, this little house on a large lot won't break the bank....

-All photos via realtor.com