Location, location, location!!! Just 2 blocks from the ocean, and Mitchell’s Cove Beach. Boardwalk and Warf are about an easy 30 minute stroll away along the ocean.
VERY private location tucked back in off the street in a very nice and very quiet residential neighborhood. The private drive/parking is a huge bonus, and there is also a nice private patio and seating area out back. Much more private than any other AirBnB we stayed in during our week in NorCal.
The cottage is small, and while not modern in any way, it is well appointed and clean and comfortable. As a midwesterner, I was skeptical about the lack of A/C but it really isn’t needed. A good number of newer windows for plenty of fresh air. It was in the mid 70s outside while we were there and the cabin stayed under 70 inside the entire time.
Yes, the ceilings and some doorways are shorter than normal. If you are over 6ft tall, then you would need to watch your head getting in and out of the bathroom, but it was no concern for a 5’8” guy like me.
If I make it back to Santa Cruz, I will definitely be looking to stay here again.