Location, location, location! It's impossible to top the location of Mika's sweet spot. Here, you are within walking distance to the Santa Cruz boardwalk, and plenty of tasty restaurants and fun bars - and only a 10 minute drive to Pleasure Point for excellent waves. Quiet and bright - the cottage itself is very sweet. It has wonderful afternoon light - we loved hanging outside on the patio with outdoor dining table/chairs. The kitchen and living area are spacious and clean; the upstairs is larger than expected - I had the best sleeps here. Something special about that loft :-) Mika is the coolest and has excellent recommendations on where to eat in the area. Highly recommended!! Thank you, Mika!