Wife and I had a great time in Santa Cruz/Capitola/Soquel/Aptos and Carrie and J.R. were very welcoming. The apartment had everything we needed for the long weekend and was very convenient to the area beaches. It was great to be within walking distance of New Brighton State Beach (and being able to avoid $10 day fee for parking). We were also close to the Nisene Marks and its young redwood forest.