The location is great, just a short jaunt down a hill to the beach (though sea views are slightly obstructed by power lines) but the home itself is the real positive here. The ultra comfy seating upstairs is perfect for lounging with friends and the whole place is filled with incredible art - mostly from SE Asia. The kitchen could use a few upgrades (coffee maker, and knives could use a good sharpening) but is great for cooking while still being part of the fun. I really appreciated the beautiful kitchen tools - it added a nice touch. Also, Aptos is much quieter than Santa Cruz, which is exactly what we wanted.