The host: Linda is as great an airbnb host as you can ask for. She was respectful of our privacy while also being super responsive when we had any questions.
The cottage: It was spotless, had everything we needed (especially the kitchen which was very well appointed), had great wifi (supported remote work including video calls), and was just so cozy. I loved waking up in the mornings, making myself a cup of tea, and sitting outside to enjoy the fresh air and sounds of the creek and wind through the redwoods. The heaters were more than sufficient at keeping the whole place a comfortable temperature. The shower had great pressure and even the blankets were great. A tip: since the floors are concrete (or something like it), I was really happy I brought comfy slippers.
The location: Well located. Just a short walk to the main street to get your groceries. A short drive to plenty of hiking options (We enjoyed a beautiful 3.5 mile hike at Quail Hollow Ranch). Less than half an hour drive to Santa Cruz. A tip: if you get carsick like me and are arriving from Rt.17 south, I wouldn't recommend taking the exit off of Rt.17 to Rt.35, then Bear Creek Road. I would instead overshoot Boulder Creek and take the Scotts Valley exit from Rt.17 and then join Rt.9 at Felton (just <15 minutes south of Boulder Creek). This route is much less windy.