Randal and Rae's apartment is fantastic! We wanted the option of redwoods along with the beach and this space provided that + more for us. The apartment was clean, spacious, and the shower is as cool as everyone else has said. There were kids books and toys that were a sweet touch for our 4 year old daughter. The kitchenette/fridge allowed us to prep meals without needing to bring along silverware/plates, etc. and the towels/shampoo provided were awesome as well (your shampoo smells amazing!). The back deck was where my husband and I spent nap/bed time and it was so beautiful and relaxing - the trees smelled so good! We walked just down the block to hike at Lodato Park and drove into Santa Cruz for the beach and amusements - it was less than a 15 min drive there. We had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend!