The location is secluded and peaceful, while at the same time within easy travel to Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay. Shinobeau is an excellent host, providing a welcoming, clean, and private stay. We loved having the option to relax in front of a wood fire, and the breakfast in the morning…. Shinobeau is a talented chef, and artist! The meals where a gift to the eye, taste buds, and entire body!! - Matthew
My favorite AirBnB I’ve stayed in. Beautiful, spacious unit set in the redwoods, and Shinobeau’s breakfast was to die for. Santa Cruz only a short drive away. Loved the indoor fireplace. Recommend highly, will be returning. - Drew
Love staying here. It is very peaceful and quiet, not difficult to get to, the food Shinobeau cooks is incredible. We have stayed here multiple times and plan on coming back! - Kailee
Shinobeau is a great host with a beautiful in law. Her breakfast is unlike anything we had before. They were beautiful, delicious and very nourishing. Makes the stay all worth it. - Maureen
Staying with Shinobeau was a great treat. We had so much fun. It was spacious and cozy with a warm fire every night after long hikes. What really made our experience special and unique was the delicious breakfast prepared daily by our host Shinobeau. She is a fantastic chef and we decided to purchase a cooking lesson from her during our stay and were extremely happy with the result. Our hand made ramen that my girlfriend and I made together was amazing. Shinobeau is an incredible cook. This was the best Airbnb experience that I have ever had and I would be happy to stay there again. - Dave
When your 16 year-old son remarks that an AirBnB and breakfast are amazing, it speaks volumes. Shinobeau’s place truly exceeded all expectations. The location is serene and beautiful, tucked away on a mountain in a redwood forest. The space is extremely spacious and beautifully decorated. The Japanese breakfast was incredible. I texted a pic to the rest of our family to make them jealous, but the pic doesn’t do it justice. The taste is amazing. Definitely recommend!! - Stephen
Our experience was rejuvenating and magical. Shinobeau is the most amazing host and chef. Her cuisine is healing and so delicious. The space is so warm and feels like home! We cannot wait to come back, what a unique stay! - Christina
Cannot recommend this enough. Amazing experience from start to finish. Shinobeau is such a lovely host and an incredible chef. Incredibly warm, roomy, and cozy space to relax amongst the beautiful trees. Immaculately clean. If you need a place to stay in/around Santa Cruz make it here; you will not regret it. Probably my favorite AirBnB experience to date. - Tamir
This spot is unbelievable. It's in the redwoods, it's quiet. it's a world away from Silicon Valley yet not far from Santa Cruz, Felton, nearby state parks, the beach. The bed was amazingly comfortable—you wake up and gaze out the enormous windows at the redwoods. Shinobeau's cooking was incredible—beyond incredible. Each morning, she opens a little door that separates her kitchen from the space and hands you the most beautiful Japanese meal to relish as your breakfast. Oh, and hot tea as well. She is the kindest host ever. I didn't know what I was missing until I sat on the warm toilet seat and used the bidet. So lovely. And the garden! We sat outside on the furniture and gazed at the redwoods in the afternoon. Hands down this is the best airbnb we've ever stayed in. We will be back! - Shirley
Absolutely incredible stay. I cannot state how welcome and safe I get in this beautiful private room. It is absolutely massive, has gorgeous decorations, comfy beds, and some of the best food (vegan or not) I have had. I would give 6 stars to every part of this stay. Thank you Shinobeau! - Ryan
A remarkable stay in a beautiful, comfortable home with a most gracious host!! The home is in a very nice, quiet residential area in Scotts Valley. A wonderful additional bonus is that Shinobeau serves an amazing, delicious breakfast to her guests. We would definitely love to stay here every time we’re in the area. Our home away from home!!! - Jennifer