This is a hidden gem in Santa Cruz. I took my 17-year-old daughter on a California adventure and we fell in love with this town, the Monterey Bay area, and Chris and Venesa's place. The apartment was spacious, spotlessly clean, and perfect for us. But it was all the extra touches that impressed us most. Chris and Venesa thought of everything: There were locally baked cookies to greet us, snacks and treats galore in the kitchenette, and a fully equipped and large, modern bathroom. After a long day of exploring the area, we enjoyed sitting outside on the patio under the beer-garden lights in this quiet neighborhood. A great experience and amazing value. Highly recommended.