Michael was a FANTASTIC host. My boyfriend and I stayed here just before the fires started to celebrate his birthday. There was one night during our stay where we lost power, and Michael even made sure to get a generator and set it up for us. He is more than accommodating, and we seriously can't thank him enough for his hospitality and generosity. The house is so cozy, and the whale watching deck is great even if all you can do is watch the sunset! Santa Cruz is just down the road, but we had a great time exploring the local beaches as well! Ultimately it was a great time, and we were so sad our time was cut short. Thank you again!!