Carl's place is great. We loved the cute home, soft and comfortable sheets and towels. It clearly has been redone and it pays great dividends as it is a small cosy cottage that has been brought up to date. Close to the beach and everything Santa Cruz. We loved our time there. Being in the West End is a huge bonus with Verve coffee and Bantam and other restaurants less than a mile away - you are in the heart of Santa Cruz if you are a foodie, coffee lover or wine connoisseur! We loved our time walking the sea walk and to easily getting into the redwoods above Santa Cruz.