The place is impeccably designed, lighted, and decorated. The covered outdoor bath and shower were the biggest draw here, winning our favor over other cool area BnBs. We just loved it.
We've used a different kind composting toilet before, but didn't expect that used toilet paper would be disposed of in a garbage can next to the toilet. My companion noted that this was common practice even in fancy hotels in Thailand. The odor of the toilet is detectable while bathing adjacent. It wasn't a big deal - just a heads up. We very much appreciate environmental conscientiousness.
It's quiet, woodsy, and safe, and convenient not just to Santa Cruz, but to San Jose and points north. Be ready for alert and patient entry onto the freeway. There's no other access to this road but from and to the freeway. Use the center merge lane to wait while turning south (left).
We highly recommend this lovely and serene place.