Annie's cottage is the perfect place if you want to be close to the water and all that 41st Street has to offer. For us, the ultimate is arriving at a place and not having to get back in the car unless a great excursion beckons -- the only time we drove during our long weekend was to head to the nearby Redwood Grove at Henry Cowell state park, otherwise we were very happy to stay at the cottage and walk everywhere. The first night Annie showed us the best route through the neighborhood to walk to a beach to watch the sunset. I used the hot tub each night (perfect for two) and slept in late. If you are a surfer, this would be the perfect place-- you'd never want to leave. We were grateful for Annie's many recommendations for nearby attractions, shops, and restaurants. It was nice to be close to Capitola (about 2 miles away) but not in the bustle of the village. Pleasure Point is a real neighborhood, the funky beach vibe is so fun. It was a joy to walk around and watch the surfers and see the varied houses. It was a welcome cool coastal respite from the hot inland area from where we live. The cottage was full of windows and the breezes felt so good. Tile floors were great with the dog too. Annie was kind and eager to make sure we had the recommendations we needed and any assistance we needed during our stay.