We enjoyed our stay in Santa Cruz! The beach was so close and the coffee shop and restaurants at the harbor were a quick walk away and great! This is a rental, not someone's home, so it is barebones in that way. They could use some updated dishware and some lamps to cozy up the space. That said, the 3 bedroom situation for a small home was awesome! Everyone had their own space. Washer and dryer are new and beds were very comfortable. Neighbors are all very close, but friendly. Kris and Shane were immediately responsive to all emails. When we arrived, the heat wasn't working and they came out right away.
Don't miss walking, surfing, or biking Lighthouse beach area. Capitola is super close as well and a very charming beach town with excellent surfing and cute shops and restaurants.