This is a great location, with easy walking access to breweries, restaurants and shops. It's a quieter part of Santa Cruz, but also close to the sea, making for many pleasant walks. Wilder Ranch and Panther Beach are a few minutes away by car. The cats were very friendly, and the only downside was their enthusiastic use of the litter box, which we emptied a couple of times during our stay. We did a lot of cooking in the kitchen, which was well supplied with everything we needed.