My dog Pax and I spent the week of May 5th at Christine's Cottage to surf the breaks Pleasure Point and Capitola. Cowells and Steamers are about 15 to 20 minute drive away. The cottage is located around 5 minutes from both and is also conveniently located about 5 minutes from Trader Joe's and Whole Foods.

The cottage itself has most everything that you could need -- coffee makers, kitchen, private bath, parking, wifi and laundry -- for a Santa Cruz retreat to surf, SUP, kayak, yoga, run, hike, etc. It's also in a small, quiet neighborhood with very friendly and welcoming families. Even the neighborhood dogs are super friendly.

Christine was a great host and made sure the smallest of details expected for a getaway were far exceeded. The cottage is very well kept and tidy. It gets a lot of sun during the day and the gentlest of ocean breezes.

Would love to spend a few more days at Christine's Cottage!