Amazing place to stay just outside the heart of Santa Cruz! Incredible house with so much natural light and beautiful style. The room itself is a dream, super private and separated from the rest of the house. It feels like you're staying in your own mountain getaway, and you get to wake up to an unbelievable view of the mountains/ocean! The house is located on a hill, so you drive up a small road to get to it. Without traffic, it takes about 20 min to get to downtown Santa Cruz (super convenient!). Paulina is a fantastic host; perceptive to your needs and very welcoming. If you want to stay here, be flexible and open to possibly modifying your living habits! It's an eco-friendly & natural house -- my stay was short but so so sweet. Will definitely return if I ever need a place to stay near Santa Cruz.