This charming studio with its small kitchenette and private, partially fenced patio, is a wonderful value and very convenient to all the attractions of Santa Cruz/Capitola and Moss Landing/Monterey. The owner provides a list of information that covers everything from the nearest grocery stores and area attractions to instructions for managing the Direct TV powered wide screen TV. A state parks pass (which gets you onto dog-friendly and beautiful Manresa Beach) and two passes to the magnificent Monterey Bay Aquarium are included. The studio is very private. While there is only a glass entry door and a small bathroom window, light streams through a large skylight positioned above the comfy platform bed in the main living space, so you never feel claustrophobic. (Note to those who like to sleep in: bring a thick sleep mask!). I found this property a great place to hang out in the morning and evenings with my dogs while still being close to everything I wanted to see/do on my all too brief vacation. Highly recommend this studio for those seeking tasteful yet casual surroundings.