Recent Entries in the Hinds House Guest Book.

 

Dec 10 ......"I am so glad to have found this oasis. My two week stay was a dream. Walking up Church street each night and seeing the porch light burning on the grand old Victorian made my heart race."

Dec 2 ......"The comfort of this vintage home and the well-organized kitchen made our stay so relaxed. What a resource this is for travelers!"

Nov 28 ......"Can't believe my good fortune in finding this downtown treasure. I only wish there was a Hinds House in every town I visit."

Nov 16 ......"This is one of the greatest places to stay. Well decorated house in great condition. You provided me with all essentials for travels."

Nov 13 ......"Love this Victorian and that we can call it home for a short time. We won't forget this wonderful place."

Nov 2 ......"Leaving this wonderful harbor of sweet memories and hidden treasures is never easy, but knowing I will one day return makes me happy."

Oct 23 ......"Loved everything about the Hinds House. Such a wonderful and peaceful place."

Oct 16 ......"The most comfortable bed I have ever slept in away from home. It's hard to leave here."

Oct 10 ......"A wonderful respite in Santa Cruz. Beautiful home. Can't imagine being more comfortable."

Oct 5 ......"Thank you for the perfect two week stay. We absolutely loved our time here and will definitely return."

Sept 29 ......"Thank you for giving your guests the amenities and comfort they need for exploring this beautiful city and making us feel at home."

Sept 16 ......"A dream house in a dream city!"

Sept 9 ......"A terrific place to stay! Very historic home and a cozy room. I loved my experience in Santa Cruz starting from here."

Sept 1 ......"Thank you Hinds House for a clean, comfortable, and beautiful refuge in downtown. I'm now spoiled for other places."

Aug 28 ......"What a beautiful and historic treasure this place is. I still can't believe I was able to stay here. The value here is fantastic."

Aug 21 ......"This location was perfect for me without a car. Thank you Hinds House for a great landing here in SC."

July 28......"The history and comfort here is wonderful. Great stay for us. Thank you."

July 23......"I'm so sad to leave. This was the perfect retreat which fed me in so many ways. I plan to make it an annual tradition."

July 17......"Hinds House immediately felt like "our house". The room was comfortable and we loved the kitchen set up. If we ever make it back to Santa Cruz we'll surely be back here."

July 13......"A beautiful old house with tons of charm and character. Loved my stay here. Other guests were upbeat and friendly. Thank you for providing an alternative to a long stay in a hotel room."

July 9......"This stay was perfect. Thank you so much and don't change a thing."

July 2......"This is the most thoughtful and wonderful lodging we have found at any price on our visit to the U.S. Brian and his staff have created a step back in time that is perfect for modern travelers."

June 18 ......"Our first night in California from the UK and the best place in the state! We feel really lucky. Hinds House is a must-see in Santa Cruz. We hope to return."

June 8 ......"Beautiful stained glass, wood work, comfy beds, warm and friendly fellow guests. I wish there was a place like this in every city."

June 3 ......"So easy to feel at home here. the information from the in-room guide was huge plus. Thanks Hinds House!"

May 29 ......"Comfy beds, nice showers, great kitchen, wonderful feeling, beautiful architecture, awesome location, friendly innkeepers, just great! Thanks so much for a magic stay."

May 10 ......"Another perfect stay in Santa Cruz. You have me so spoiled when I visit other cities. I want a Hinds House everywhere I go."

Apr 7......"Thank you for sharing this amazing mansion with us. The location was perfect, the furnishings were great. The peace and quiet were wonderful. I don't want to leave!"

Mar 15 ......"I am so pleased to have found such perfect accommodations in Santa Cruz! Location is great and so is the option of making meals. Many thanks! No other place like this!"

Mar 5 ......"What a find! I wish there was a Hinds House in every city. I am now spoiled by the cleanliness, the location and the reasonable rates. Thanks for doing what you do!"

Feb 22 ......"I am so happy to have found the Hinds House! As far as accommodations go this is 5 stars. I love this location. Within walking distance of cinemas, restaurants, beaches, etc. Quiet, clean and all the amenities one would ever need!"

Feb 12 ......"Great location, beautiful property comfortable environment, kitchen, parking, laundry...I don't want to leave!"

Feb 5 ......"The silence and the calm here made it easy to feel at home. Thank you so much!"

Jan 23 ......"Everything here was just perfect. Great location, full kitchen, terrific prices, free parking, beautiful furnishings. You guys rock!"

Jan 20 ......"This place is wonderful! Thanks for making my transition to Santa Cruz so delightful!"

Jan 13 ......"Had a wonderful time here. Can't wait to tell my friends about this great place!"

Dec 29 ......"Hinds House was a wonderful place to land when I needed work done on my house. I couldn't have asked for a better home away from home. Thank you for this downtown oasis."

Dec 26 ......"The location and value of this historic gem just can't be beat. You've spoiled me for other places."

Dec 4 ......"Loved the location...right in the heart of town. Guests from all over the globe, a beautiful kitchen and laundry available. This was the most comfortable week of our entire trip. Thanks!"

Nov 5 ......"The serenity and beauty here are overwhelming. Thank you for your attention to detail and the warm welcome. This place is fabulous!"

Oct 24 ......"Thank you so much for letting us stay in this beautiful house. We had a great time and made many memories."

Oct 18 ......"Thank you. The entire stay has been perfect!"

Oct 5 ......"Thank you for a beautiful peaceful stay. Sparkling clean, great location, beautiful decor! will recommend and be back."

Sept 28 ......"One of the most beautiful and comfortable places we have ever stayed. An unexpected surprise to find this oasis in the middle of the city. Thanks you for creating this place for weary travelers."

Sept 17 ......"Loved the beauty and cleanliness of this place. So close to everything downtown. We felt like this grand house was "ours" for the week."

Sept 13 ......"Fabulous! Everything spotless! The comforts of home. We felt like we actually live here. This was a week we won't forget."

Aug 30 ......"A place of beauty and inspiration. Thank you for sharing two weeks of olde Santa Cruz."

Aug 28 ......"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Great location, energy and comfort. Thanks for it all."

Aug 8 ......"Excellent in all respects. A beautifully furnished, beautifully kept home and guests who were all interesting and engaging. a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and one I look forward to repeating."

Aug 4 ......"Loved this historic house, the comfortable bed, and all the thoughtful extras (like the fluffy robe). A wonderful experience!!"

July 25......"The amenities here reflect the management's thoughtfulness in making guests comfortable in an extended stay. Bravo!"

July 15......"Loved the Hinds House. The most perfect Santa Cruz location, the beauty of the architecture, and the other guests. All top notch!'

July 2......"Loved everything about the Hinds House. The accommodations were excellent, the people here friendly, and the environment so peaceful."

June 30......"Since arriving we have really relaxed and enjoyed everything about the Hinds House. A well considered and thoughtful place to stay."

June 27......"Thank you for providing the perfect place to stay during our first Santa Cruz visit."

June 20......"Thanks for having us at Hinds House. It is beautiful and feels just like home. We hope to come back soon."

June 15......"We loved this place. The privacy we had was superb. Your housekeepers do such a great job keeping the house clean and neat. We wish there was a Hinds House in every town."

June 10......"We can't imagine a better place to stay for our week in Santa Cruz. The great kitchen, cleanliness, comfort, privacy, and all the other great guests we met. A first class experience!"

June 6......"Thank you for your hospitality. We felt at home in your beautiful house that breathes style, respect, peace and warmth. We look forward to a return."

May 25 ......"We have friends back home who will want to share our experience of Hinds House and Santa Cruz. An experience not to be missed. Thank you for a relaxing start to our vacation."

May 23......"Quiet, well stocked, clean, and comfortable. A very pleasant experience staying at Hinds House. Loved that this wasn't an impersonal hotel. Thanks!'

May 3......"Thank you for a very comfortable stay. I don't know how we will manage staying in a hotel ever again!"

Apr 19......"Thanks again for another soft landing in America. See you again in the spring."

Apr 9 ......"Thank you for the delightful visit to Santa Cruz. By far the most comfortable place we've ever enjoyed."

Apr 1, 2010......"It's very quiet here and the decor is beautiful. Everything is in superb shape. It really shows that someone loves this place."

Mar 28, 2010......"Thank you for such a warm and pleasant reception. This past week has been a memorable experience for me. A wonderful place."

Mar 25, 2010......"Every detail here was perfect. A peaceful home away from home. Thanks for the great in-room guide."

Mar 15, 2010......"Thanks for the clean and lovely environment, soft linens, well stocked kitchen, friendly service, lovely grounds...it was great!"

Mar 10, 2010......"Everything was wonderfully clean, the location was tops & it was very quiet. We absolutely love your set-up and organization. Great wireless internet. Thanks a lot!"

Mar 8, 2010......"We loved this place. Felt right at home. The accommodations were great and we slept well every night. Thank you!"

Mar 5, 2010......"Thank you for being here! Being generous & hospitable and providing such a great location and all the comforts of home. We will be back!!!"

Mar 2, 2010 ......"I am going to be repetitive, but everything was perfect!"

Feb 27, 2010 ......"What a find. Well organized, excellent and magnificent. I really enjoyed the other folks in the house too. Merci."

Feb 23, 2010......"What an atmospheric and peaceful house."

Feb. 22, 2010 ......"My stay at Hinds House was great. I slept well and felt like I was at home. The house is beautiful! I will definitely recommend it to those who come to Santa Cruz."

Feb 12, 2010......"What a find. Well organized, excellent and magnificent. I really enjoyed the other folks in the house too. Merci."

Feb 5, 2010......"We had a wonderful time. Thanks for such a beautiful and comfortable environment."

Feb 1, 2010......"We loved this house and it was so nice to have dishes, spices, laundry and detergent provided. A great location!"

Jan 22, 2010......"A very memorable stay. Felt very much at home. A great blessing to find such a place. Congratulations on caring for such a special piece of history and for caring for your guests so well."

Jan 16, 2010......"We found this location perfect and the house absolutely charming. We count on coming back."

Jan 10, 2010......"The Hinds House felt like a "home away from home". For those of us who appreciate the finer things in life it doesn't get much better than this."

Jan 7, 2010......"A charming home away from home. Well provided with good company. A memorable stay."

Jan 1, 2010......"My fourth visit to the Hinds House! Isn't it wonderful?! Thanks so much!"

Dec 29, 2009......"Loved the atmosphere here and our beautiful room. Having use of a kitchen and laundry was divine. The three block walk to downtown made our stay so convenient. Thanks!"

Dec 24, 2009......"Elegant, comfortable, convenient and so close to downtown. Hinds House has a very friendly feel. Much nicer than an impersonal hotel. Thank you!"

Dec 21, 2009......"A very warm and comfortable stay. Thank you very much! We'll definitely be back when we visit next time."

Dec 12, 2009......"Thank you for sharing this charming house with me. I loved my stay here."

Dec 8, 2009......"Love the character of this house and the ability to step out the door into downtown. You thought of everything I could want or need here. Thank you!"

Dec 6, 2009......"We have loved being here! Great house, great location, great beauty, great organization and people. What a delight. Thank you too for the great beds!"

Dec 1, 2009......"What a find! Hinds House has a wonderful spirit. We loved hearing how historic everything was. Very peaceful & comfortable. Wish there were more places like this in the world. Thanks much!

Nov 20, 2009......"This is such a quiet, beautiful and relaxing home. Thank you for the attention to small details that makes our stay here so comfortable. We'll be back soon!"

Nov 11, 2009......"Thank you for providing us with a beautifully furnished space and the opportunity to enjoy Santa Cruz. This trip will always stand out in my mind thanks to the Hinds House."

Nov 11, 2009......"Stunning place to enjoy my visit to UCSC. Hope very much to stay again in the future."

Nov 5, 2009......"Stunning place to enjoy my visit to UCSC. I hope very much to stay again in the near future."

Oct 27, 2009......"Once again we had glorious time at Hinds House. We have told all our friends about its charms. We're sad we can't stay longer and take heart in the hope that we will be back soon."

Oct 23, 2009......"There are no words that can describe my stay here. Thank you for your great hospitality and friendship. I hope to one day return."

Oct 10, 2009......"Warm, lovely, gracious & comfortable. I am delighted to have found this sanctuary and look forward to a return."

Oct 4, 2009......"Thanks for providing the most comfortable mattresses ever! I can't wait to tell my friends about this great experience here."

Oct 3, 2009......"Thank you Hinds House for the beautiful space, time and people. A very pleasant transition from southern California."

Oct 1, 2009......"I had a wonderful stay. The house is lovely, but sharing the space and spending time with other guests was even better!"

Sept 12, 2009......"I loved room 2 and its lovely Victorian appointments. A perfect place to relax and escape the city."

Aug 29, 2009......"This place is gorgeous! I felt very welcome and safe here and had an unforgettable time. Thank you."

Aug 24, 2009......"Thank you very much for keeping this beautiful, magical home for us weary travelers!"

Aug 16, 2009......"What a find! A warm welcome, beautiful room and environment. I hope to return soon."

Aug 15, 2009......"Great atmosphere, warm welcome and great facilities. The most convenient location and the bed was the most comfortable I have ever experienced and I do a lot of traveling."

Aug 12, 2009......"Very clean, quiet and comfortable. The Victorian style gave me a nurturing feeling of welcome. You were very hospitable and attended to all my needs. My stay was perfect!"

Aug 7, 2009......"Very comfortable place! All well thought out with great attention to detail and privacy. Delightful!"

Aug 3, 2009......"I had a great stay in this wonderful place! Hope to make it back some time in the future. Thanks!"

July 29, 2009......"The Hinds House is very peaceful and quiet. It's like living at home. Decor is cozy & plush. The location is perfect. Thanks."

July 29, 2009......"We thoroughly enjoyed spending our anniversary in such a warm and beautiful place."

July 25, 2009......"We really enjoyed our stay. The Hinds House is quiet and clean providing a perfect place to relax on our vacation. Our bed was very comfortable.""

July 21, 2009......"We have spent eighteen nights in this wonderful house and we wish there was a Hinds House in every city."

June 19, 2009......"The history and style of this place was great. The common rooms, the kitchen, laundry and bike storage were all wonderful. Thank you."

June 9, 2009......"Thanks so much. Wonderful house and room. Clean with all the amenities one could want. Liked the opportunity to make one's food. Could not have been better."

June 4, 2009......"Thanks for being there when I needed just this setup. Everything was perfect!"

May 3, 2009......"I appreciate the obvious care you have taken to provide your guests with the best possible accommodations and service. Thank you so much!"

July 8, 2009......"I had the most comfortable and easy restful stay in Santa Cruz. I enjoyed my stay here every night at the Hinds House. I look forward to the next time."

July 1, 2009......"Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in this beautiful house. Couldn't ask for more. Hope to return many times again."

June 30, 2009......"I will always remember our stay at Hinds House. Thanks for providing a comfortable place for us between homes. It has been lovely! Great location and great people!"

June 26, 2009......"My stay at the Hinds house will always be a cherished memory. "

May 1, 2009......"We felt as though we were staying in our home away from home. Thanks!"

April 30, 2009......"Thank you to all involved in running the Hinds House. It has served me well and been an ideal home base. I enjoyed the company of many fellow guest."

Apr. 10, 2009......"Loved the free wifi, the use of the kitchen, the washer and dryer, the soft cotton bedding. It was a privilege to stay here. Thank you!"

Apr. 5, 2009......"Thank you for your approach to doing business which is sincere, honest, friendly and at a very fair price."

Mar. 24, 2009......"Thank you for a great stay! We had a good time and we got engaged this weekend. We will always remember this place."

Mar. 20, 2009......"Exceptional and beautiful place to stay! The best choice in Santa Cruz. Thank you so much. I really enjoyed it."

Mar. 8, 2009......"This is a very wonderful place to have stayed for the last week. I will be coming back soon. It has truly felt like home."

Mar. 2, 2009......"This has been a most wonderful home during my transition to Santa Cruz. I only wish I knew how to play the piano... Evermore thanks."