We absolutely loved our stay at the Shorebirds condo! The host’s directions were very clear, communication was great and timely, and they were very sweet and accommodating with any questions we had.The condo was clean, comfortable, and well stocked. The kitchen had everything we needed, the appliances were easy to use, and the bathrooms and laundry area had plenty of supplies. We also really appreciated having beach chairs and sand toys available.Beach access was super easy, and the pathway to the second floor made using the trolleys easy, so the 15 steps really weren’t an issue. There’s also a spot downstairs to rinse off your feet or shower off the sand before heading back inside, which was really convenient.The beach itself was beautiful and peaceful. One of the highlights was my son spotting a pod of dolphins and calling all of us over in time to see them!The location was great for us too. We went to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk one evening, about 35–40 minutes away, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium another day, about 45 minutes in the other direction. We were also able to easily order groceries from several stores, and there’s a small convenience/gift shop on site for essentials.Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would absolutely stay here again!