The cottage was wonderful, with surrounding Redwood trees lifting the eyes high to the sky. Everything was as expected, which to us meant beautiful, comfortable, and cozy. The cottage was a bit closer to Jay and Linda's house than expected, but they were so nice and laid back but ready to help us in any way that it didn't negatively affect our great three-night visit there.

Major pluses included their flexibility on check-in and check-out times, the big two-person tub on the deck, a gas grill, the sweet and friendly cats (Romeo and Jake), the skylights throughout the cottage, making us feel like we were living in a tree house, and the quiet and fresh air. We also enjoyed the stereo, which we could play throughout the cottage and out on the deck.The weather was too gorgeous to use the wood stove, but it would have been great on a colder day.

The location was ideal for feeling away from it all with the convenience of civilization within a short drive. We easily explored Santa Cruz, Monterey Aquarium, Big Basin Redwood State Park (not to be missed), and several beaches.

Highly recommended.