My girlfriend and I stayed here for a weekend and absolutely loved it. We drove up from LA, taking the PCH and still getting in at a reasonable time in the evening. Directions were perfect and the town of Aptos was only 10 minutes away - perfect for being off the grid, but also having supplies and restaurants nearby.
We spent our days down in Monterey, about a 40 min drive south of the house. Was worried it'd be a bit of a drive each day on top of the activities we were doing, but it never felt that way. The home was wonderful to get back to each evening, and we were always greeted by the outdoor friendly cat, Beau.
We both really enjoyed having access to the hot tub and sauna at any hour of the day. We'd often go in there to unwind after our busy days of walking around Monterey. Judy left little notes on the walls that gave perfect directions on how to use the spa and sauna, making the trip that much more stress-free.
Was perfect for a weekend getaway, and would re-book in a second!