Wow--hands down the BEST airbnb experience that my boyfriend and I have ever had! Delia and Peter were so warm and welcoming when we first arrived. They went above and beyond to make us feel not only at home, but well cared for and even a bit pampered--from the delicious glass of Carmel wine to the amazing homemade breakfast complete with "Happy Birthday" napkins for my boyfriend's birthday (Delia makes out of this world gluten-free crepes, yogurt & granola with fresh strawberry puree, scones, and even served us a glass of bubbly).

She thought of every detail for the studio: breakfast nook w/coffee, tea, and fresh milk, lovely smelling sheets & towels, shampoo & soap, bathrobes, and guides for the area. The studio was bright, clean, and home-y but luxurious at the same time. We woke up to fresh air, birds singing, and even a deer that casually passed by the hill right in front of the studio! The location is perfect if you're looking for a little getaway from city life, but don't want to stray too far from lots of things to see/do (Santa Cruz was a short drive away, Capitola even closer, beautiful state parks everywhere, and the village of Aptos was charming with a few highly rated restaurants on Yelp--try Cafe Sparrow!).

Aside from the studio itself, Delia and Peter were brimming with fantastic recommendations for trails to explore and restaurants to try. They were so easy to talk with and took the time to get to know us while also giving us time to enjoy the beauty of our surroundings (and play with the 2 sweet kitties we saw, Puck and Scout). Truly a wonderful, relaxing experience that exceeded our expectations! We are so happy to have met Delia and Peter, and would love to come back again soon!!