The on-line pictures of the “Sea Pearl” don't do it justice. The cottage has a light and airy feeling with its many skylights and gleaming walls and floor. There's a nice front porch where you can enjoy a morning cup of coffee. All the appliances and fixtures are first class and the kitchen has about every dish/cookware and utensil you'll ever need. The neighborhood is quiet but located close to everything. Two blocks to the beach, ten minutes walk to the boardwalk or harbor. If do want to drive somewhere, it's nice to know you have off-street parking at the house. Communicating with the Joanna, the owner, was fast and simple. Overall, the cottage is a perfect place to enjoy what Santa Cruz has to offer.