We had an amazing stay at Monika's. Her house is not only beautiful but close to everything you could possibly want within Santa Cruz. It's also in a very quiet part of the neighborhood with big eucalyptus trees on the edge of the street giving a peaceful sense of seclusion while being only blocks away from the famous Pleasure Point surf spot.
Perfect for a couple, or two couples, the interior is immaculate and modern, with all of the amenities you might need. There is even a projector to watch movies on and I can verify that it is high quality. Additionally, the bedrooms are very comfortable. The afternoon light hits the house in such a nice way it's hard to not want to be inside to relax. We felt at home there.
Outside of the house there is a relatively large yard for lounging, and there is even a new outdoor shower for when you come back from the beach. It's hot and very enjoyable.
Location is ideal - two blocks from the Point Market where you can get breakfast burritos and watch the surf, and only a few minutes walk to most of what 41st Ave has to offer - restaurants, bars, cafes. You can't beat it!
All in all, Monika's house is easily 5/5 stars, and if I could give a higher rating I would. She was very communicative which was helpful for us to find restaurants, etc and she was extremely generous. This is not like other Airbnb's where you are dealing with a rental company. This is a human experience that felt like we were in our own home. Thank you Monika for the stay, we will definitely be booking again!