We had a such a nice experience staying with Maureen and Clark in their lovely home.
There was a basket filled with snacks and a little bowl filled with chocolates (my favorite food group). The bed is super comfortable, the hot tub nice and hot and Clark made us fresh squeezed juice on our last morning. SWEET!!!!
Ask them for recommendations about the area. They’re locals and who knows better than someone whose lived in the area for decades. Maureen told us about “Land of the Medicine Buddha” and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our adventures in Santa Cruz. However if it’s a warmer than usual day go somewhere cooler. Clarks suggested the walk to the ocean from their home and that recommendation was spot on. We enjoyed watching the dogs having a splendid time frolicking in the ocean.
Your stay with Maureen and Clark will be spot on as well.