We enjoyed our four nights in this charming apartment. It is in a great location, very close to the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, with many interesting restaurants and shops (including an excellent natural foods store) a very short walk away. We loved the neighborhood with big trees, well manicured gardens and beautiful old Victorian houses.
The space has comfortable and attractive furnishings, including a beautiful antique, very comfortable, carved wood bed. Lots of pillows and clean, excellent quality bedding.
We liked being able to prepare and eat some meals in the well equipped kitchen and dining nook. The personalized greeting “sign” and fresh cut flowers, were nice touches. The space was cozy, with enough room for a couple to feel comfortable.
It was very quiet, except for the opening and closing of the garage door beneath the apartment in the morning (fortunately, after we were already awake), which we had been made aware of in advance. This is, after all, a carriage house, which by definition includes a garage below the living space. (But no horses....)
A minor note... There is substantial outdoor lighting around the apartment which makes it a little bright in the bedroom at night, so if you are used to a darkened room for sleep, you might want to bring along a sleeping mask.
We had very little contact with Jorian, but with what contact we had, she was very friendly, accommodating, and welcoming.
Enjoy your visit to elegant, old Santa Cruz of the 1800s!