Jonathan and Suzanne were excellent hosts. Communicative, friendly and respectful of our privacy, they were ready to offer suggestions and answer our questions when asked, but were never pushy or intrusive. Their home is on a quiet street with plenty of parking, centrally located for easy access to all that Santa Cruz has to offer. The detached studio apartment that we stayed in was very clean and cozy, though it is worth mentioning that the bed at the time of our stay was as soft as a marshmallow. I still slept like a baby but if you are someone who needs a firm bed, this is something to consider. We enjoyed having a brew on the patio chairs while our dog Odi got to run around playing with their super friendly dog Lyle, and strolled down the streets to easily accessible markets, restaurants and music venues. Would be more than happy to stay here again! =]