Kitty was very friendly and the cabin was in a great location for us--we enjoyed the quiet, while also being close to santa cruz and monterey. I stayed with my two young girls and we enjoyed getting cozy on the bed and watching movies. Very well-equipped, and the deck is fantastic. One thing to note, the ladder going up to the loft requires some agility, so anyone withe limited mobility might have a tough time. It took my bones a minute to warm up to the climb in the morning. Also, the permaculture toilet took us awhile to get the hang up, so just master that upon arrival or you'll deal with some unpleasant smells. Overall, a charming place with a lovely hostess.