This house and its friendly owner are highly recommended. We recently stayed for two nights over the weekend and were thrilled with everything: the house itself, the neighborhood, and the proximity to downtown. The house is only a two-bedroom, but it is very spacious, with high ceilings, tasteful decor, beautiful wood floors, and excellent light. The beds are also excellent--very comfortable and supportive, which contributed to restful sleep; the bathrooms each have a full shower, and one has a bathtub. The living room is comfortable, with nice couches and an easy chair. David keeps the house immaculate, which we also appreciated. In addition, the neighborhood was very quiet, even though it's close to the university. Finally, we were pleasantly surprised to find that the house is only an easy 8-10 minute walk from the heart of downtown Santa Cruz. We will definitely be back! Thank you, David, for providing a home away from home and for being such a gracious host.