This is a perfect place to stay when visiting the Santa Cruz area. The location is ideal and just a second from the beautiful water's edge, public beaches, and downtown. There are numerous amenities that are included with the fabulous home including beach cruiser bikes and surf boards. The house is decorated well and the kitchen is spacious and includes everything you need to cook and grill. The hosts are responsive to any questions you might have during your stay, but if you prefer no contact, that is easy as well as Alan and Brit are quiet and they don't poke around the property. If you have not yet been to Santa Cruz, you want to stay in this location. The West Side is ideal for access to UCSC and tons of shops and restaurants on foot, by bicycle or by car. We loved loved loved loved everything about this charming home and its location and hosts.