I just spent the most amazing week at Khristina's Carriage House. I needed accommodations for myself and my pooch, as I was attending a week long dog training seminar/workshop. My host Khristina was AMAZING! Her attention to detail, both on the renovation of this beautiful space and her personal touches (an individually wrapped treat for my beloved Jake presented in a dog dish she provided, Peet's coffee..my personal favorite, lovely beverages and a tiny glass pitcher of cream for my coffee! I could go on) were unbelievable. I had to ask myself...."Am I dreaming right now?" I just have to say, "You get what you pay for!!" I will never stay at the Inn at Depot Hill (which I really liked) or anywhere else when I visit Santa Cruz, as long as The Carriage House is available. The location could not be more perfect! (Jake might disagree, as he wasn't sure what to make of the crashing waves and sea lions barking) but to me...it was music to my ears!! We watched the sunrise and took beachfront walks every single morning. I was super busy and didn't get to actually meet Khristina until the last day, but glad I did. She was so warm and authentic. A lovely person and the perfect host!! So glad I found this little retreat. Thank you Khristina for everything. You rock!! Oh, and one more thing....I personally blame her for my husband (who joined me on the last night) now insisting we buy an ILVE range! I t is pretty amazing actually. So if you are considering this listing, do it...just not during a week I want it!! It was worth every penny!