Spencer's place is an amazing find!
The house is quite spacious, nice shared great room with large kitchen and big TV, the location is to die for, and Spencer is an accommodating and generous host.
Add to that a very nice hottub (that is actually hot, ;>!), an outstanding surf DVD collection, outdoor shower, surf racks to store your board, surf photos and books, off-street parking -- what more could you need?
The location is literally 2 minute walk to the hook, easy access to dozens of local breaks, a block from commercial district that includes restaurants, coffee shops, surf shops and more.
And if you don't surf, still great spot -- walking on East Cliff, close to Capitola and more.
There are multiple rooms to rent, when I was there I was in the downstairs room which had a surprisingly comfortable bed and also surprisingly quiet.