I booked this on behalf of my husband and stepdaughter who is attending camp at UCSC. Since they both love nature and animals, the idea of a working farm seemed the perfect retreat after a road trip from LA...and it was. Toni provided excellent directions and they had no problem finding the Lavender House. My husband FaceTimed me when they arrived and I saw how lovely Toni's farm is, how well-appointed the cabin, and what a beautiful setting it's in.
That evening, they made the short walk to Nonno's and my husband excitedly texted "It's pizza AND bbq!" So, basically, both were in heaven. The next day my stepdaughter had a ball grooming a horse and my husband got to help with the annual lavender drying, which just happened to coincide with their stay.
My only regret is that I wasn't with them, as it sounds like an absolutely wonderful way to spend time in Los Gatos. My husband said it was the perfect time spent with his daughter before sending her off to camp for a month.
Thank you, Toni, for your relaxed, welcoming hosting, and for giving my family such great memories!