Matthew and Theresa are very responsive and gracious hosts, and their home is beautiful with many thoughtful touches. We had every convenience that we wanted, and then some. The kitchen was extremely well outfitted with cooking utensils and supplies; we cooked everything from huge Dungeness crabs (local!) in large pots in the kitchen to meats, fish, and veggies on the grill outside. The fireplace, two high quality flat screen TVs, a comfortable bed, cozy living room furniture, and the hot tub made for a relaxing stay. The hosts don't skimp on anything - towels, blankets, bathroom and kitchen supplies - the only thing we needed to bring was ourselves. We weren't able to use the fire pit as it rained for most of our stay, but it looked inviting. The neighborhood is peaceful and it's a great location as a base for exploring Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Aptos. Anytime we had any questions, Matthew and Theresa responded right away. A real 5 star experience!