My husband and I spent 3 nights at the Casita. Maria is a wonderful host. The Casita is exactly as Maria described it: a cute, charming, small studio, perfect for one person or a couple. It is super clean, and has all the amenities you need for your stay including organic half and half cream for your coffee and New York mints in the fridge. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood (we barely heard the dogs!), the separate entrance, and the proximity to Santa Cruz. We had a hard time figuring out how to regulate the water temperature in the shower. It's either scalding hot or freezing cold. But it was a minor issue. Keep in mind the bed is a double-sized as mentioned, and very comfy, but if you're over 6 ft be prepared to sleep in a spoon position! LOL! We would definitely recommend the Casita if you plan to visit the Santa Cruz area.