We really like Marilyn's place! Very accurately described - super comfortable beds - the loft was fun if you don't mind the ladder - the bathroom was great (lotsa hot water and nice modern feeling) - and the kitchen was perfect for us. We made coffee every day, kept a few things from Safeway in the fridge and warmed things up in microwave and toaster-oven. Marilyn had a nice selection of teas (I liked the Moringa). There was small/cute patio to eat outside if you like. The TV/Netflix worked great - and wifi seemed fine - though we did have problems with cell phone reception (We have T-Mobile). We managed with the cell phone - able to use wifi-calling on one of our phones. If perfect cell-phone service is vital to you, check with Marilyn for details. Marilyn was very nice and responsive when we had a small question or need. The heat/thermostat worked fine when we occasionally needed it. Location in Soquel was great for us - quick drive to route 1 for access to Santa Cruz and Aptos ... local roads go to Capitola. We stayed a week - visited Gayle's for breakfast one day and Safeway to get some basic breakfast stuff for other days. Leftovers from eating out also kept us fed. Things to do: Henry Cowell Redwoods, any State Beach Park (we went to Manresa and Natural Bridges) ... if you do a state beach park and Henry Cowell (or Nisene Marks) on the same day, then you only have to pay for parking once - the day-pass is good at all California parks. The US Santa Cruz Arboretum was nice - we saw hummingbirds. We ate at Laila, Akira Seabright Sushi, Felafel of Santa Cruz - all good. In sum, a good experience - so if this location suits you, I think you'll find Marilyn's cottage very comfortable. Quite roomy for the two of us, with *huge* main bed, nice loft bed, small fridge and kitchen - more amenities than a hotel room. Cheers.