Tranquil and wonderful flat in the heart San Francisco -- steps away from Castro
Location: Castro, San Francisco, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (Great views, and wonderful stores and restaurants are close!)
Accommodations: Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 3)
Tucked into the hillside between the safe neighborhoods of The Castro and The Haight, this elegant private getaway at the top of the Saturn Street stairs is within short walking distance to public transportation and a wide array of first-rate restaurants, coffee houses, gourmet food stores, and shopping. Near the geographic center of San Francisco, this neighborhood has the most favorable weather in San Francisco.
This enchanting get-away, with magnificent sweeping views from Twin Peaks to the Bay, is stylish and has very easy street parking with no permits required. A shared, inviting, landscaped back-yard where you can relax and experience the views completes this captivating experience. Situated near tennis courts, there is a bus stop at the top of the street or you can walk down to the Castro Muni streetcar that goes to Downtown San Francisco, Union Square, the Embarcadero, and Fisherman's Wharf.
Much attention is given to the guest's experience from a welcome guide to San Francisco attractions to cotton linens to a 24-hour cell number in case of emergencies. The flat is well cared for and very clean. The separate bedroom and bath allow you to maintain privacy if another guest is using the living room and kitchen.
The flat has its own entrance and ample room to store your suitcases out of the way. A single, sleeper sofa in the living room provides sleeping for an extra person. The eat-in kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, flatware, coffeemaker and a full complement of cooking and serving utensils.
Your Vacation Amenities:
- Free WiFi Internet Access
- Free Cable Television with DVR Recording Features
- Fully equipped kitchen with gas, stove top burners (no oven)
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Free laundry facilities
- Storage available
- Bamboo & Hardwood Flooring
- New Double Paned Windows
**Non-smoking Apartment** Okay to smoke in yard.
Quiet Neighborhood
A deposit of half the total rent is required to hold the reservation. A $25 cancellation fee; deposits non-refundable inside of 45 days.
DAMAGE DEPOSIT- A damage/reservation deposit of $150 cash is required upon check in. The deposit is NOT applied toward rent; however, it is fully refundable at the time of departure, provided the following provisions are met:
a. No damage is done to the flat or its contents, beyond normal wear and tear.
b. All debris, rubbish and discards are placed in refuse containers outside, and soiled dishes are placed in the dishwasher and cleaned.
c. All keys are left in the lock box or given to the owners and flat is left locked.
d. No linens or dishes are lost or damaged.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Off street parking with no permit or street cleaning move required.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Pots, Pans, Cutting Board, Knifes, and Utensils all provided.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Water View: Can see the San Francisco Bay from windows and the patio.
- Mountain View: View of Eureka Valley from Twin Peaks to San Francisco Bay and of the San Francisco Bay.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free access to WiFi network.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Preference for renters over 22 years of age.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$165/night .... $1,040/week - double occupancy
$20 per night for third person - monthly rates available.
50% or more of total rent deposit required upon reservation.
Cleaning fee: $55 per stay.
A $25 cancellation fee; deposits non-refundable inside of 45 days.
$150 refundable cash damage deposit due on check-in.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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- Tranquil and wonderful flat in the heart San Francisco -- steps away from Castro - San Francisco Travel Condominium
- Spacious, quiet bedroom with Satellite television and well-appointed bathroom - San Francisco Travel Condominium
- Living room with a View and Fully Equipped Kitchen - San Francisco Travel Condominium
- Patio with eating area and gorgeous views
- Fully equipped, clean and functional kitchen with views
- View of bedroom into well-appointed bathroom
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Having grown up in SF and going back to visit many times, I decided that I wanted to get back to that at-home feel this last visit. I was tired of the loud, cramped hotels, the expensive hotel parking, the lack of privacy, and most importantly the lack of that feeling of actually being part of the city, and more of just a tourist. This is why I wanted to try a vacation rental, specifically this flat. And I'm so glad I did! If you stay, think about what you're missing out on: a private apartment likely twice the size of many hotel rooms, a full kitchen to cook and save money on eating out, a refrigerator for any leftovers, free street parking (many of the hotels I stayed at are around $40 a night!), great views, and being close to public transportation that will take you to many of the tourist areas. I think if you're tired of those plain hotel stays, like me, you have to stay here instead!
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Paul and Matt , London, UK
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Thank you so much for the lovely stay at your flat. We couldn't have been happier with the place or the locale; it was terrific. We will definitely recommend the place to friends and family with plans to visit San Francisco. Thanks again for everything! We were very impressed overall, especially with the cleanliness of the place and your professionalism.
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This is the best place to stay. I stayed for 5 marvelous days at 57 Saturn and was extremely comfortable. I loved being able to go to the farmer's market and store my fruits in the refrigerator to have for the week. The bed was so comfy I found it hard to get out of bed in the morning. Romanus and Keith were so kind and really made me feel welcomed. I will recommend this place to all my friends.
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