"What you see is what you get" applies here. We have used Airbnb happily in Europe, but this was our first stay in the US and a nice introduction it was.
Our communications with Marie prior to arrival were excellent. We were met by co-host Peter who orientated us to the home and environment. I must say we were struck by his projection of sereneness and kindness, which made us both want to display that more in our own lives. That was the aura of this stay in a nutshell, despite the fact that we spent limited time over 5 days in the house.

The home is strategically located in a quiet neighborhood, easily accessible to the ocean, Santa Cruz harbor, and Capitolia.
Provided in- room was use of a microwave, refrigerator, fresh fruit and oatmeal packs. Coffee/tea were available in the great room. A Starbucks was only a short walk away and another block to the beach.
Great location for great experiences including: community ukulele songfest on Saturday 10 am at the Santa Cruz harbor preceded or followed by a meal at the Cross Nest (also on the Capitolia beach on Sunday), lunch or dinner at the Shadowbrook restaurant in Capitolia ( the setting and architecture are worth the visit but the bar seating is cheaper with same effect) the setting and architecture, lunch at the Buttery on Soquel in Santa Cruz, walking/running or just a morning coffee along the coastline starting near the Surfers Museum and the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. A less known spot for breakfast or lunch is the Avenue Café in Capitolia (little spot across from police station), great food and very nice folks.
Our room was clean and the bed very comfortable. The shared bathroom was easier than expected.