The location of the cottage near to Capitola Mall and not far from the beach is perfect. The setting is private and very cozy and comfortable. We did yoga in the back yard, ate our breakfast on the terrace and enjoyed trips to the beach everyday. The kitchen, though small is great for preparing meals, Christine has most everything one needs. We loved having the Nespresso coffee machine for delicious easy mornings. Christine is a wonderful host, gave us privacy but available anytime we had a question.