Dianne's apartment is absolutely adorable!! It was so neat and tidy. We really appreciated all of the tiny gestures (i.e. Strawberries in the fridge and baked goods from a nearby bakery). She kept everything organized and accessible. We felt right at home. The location is great for accessing everything in the downtown area and the pier/Boardwalk. Some parts of nearby neighborhoods (beach flats) are a little bit dicey. My partner and I stayed together/walked together at night to avoid any issues. Overall, it was a fabulous experience. We would definitely stay at Dianne's again when visiting Santa Cruz!!