Location: NoPa, San Francisco, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (USF/North Panhandle) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
Come spend your San Francisco vacation in this newly renovated 1887 Victorian single family two-story home. This immaculate getaway is fabulous for visitors to the city looking for a mix of modern and traditional San Francisco charm as well as a desire for privacy and quiet.
Enjoy the peaceful 30’ x 60’ sunny yard, sit in the hot tub, or walk to the nearby historic Haight St. or Fillmore neighborhoods. You are steps away from bus routes, and access to the nearby Golden Gate park, Golden Gate bridge is easy.
The 2000 Sq Ft. affords a spacious layout, with each of the three bedrooms offering privacy and quiet from the living areas. The master bedroom is equipped with a luxurious new king bed, a working fireplace,a private and warm sunroom with porch as well as a chaise converting to full bed for extra guests. Additionally, Aerobed sleep units can be added to this and the other bedrooms to accommodate guests beyond the 10 in beds. Or, to just provide more flexible options. For example, a twin aerobed can be added to the room with bunk beds to create a 3 person room.
Details:
First Floor:
--Street level & 12’ ceilings.
--Formal Entry w. slate floor.
--Kitchen w/ stainless refrigerator, gas range, microwave, dishwasher & disposal. Slate flooring, built-in speakers & recessed lighting. Door to deck & enclosed washer & gas dryer.
--Formal DR w. wood floors, fireplace, French doors to deck & built-in buffet. Approx. 14’x12’.
--Living Room w. wood floors, bay window & plantation shutters. Approx. 16’x14’
--1 full bathroom w/ pedestal sink, slate floors & clear glass shower/tub doors.
-- 50" plasma TV, HD DVD player, HD cable and WiFi all included.
Second Floor:
--High ceilings, new carpeting, and plantation shutters throughout.
--Large Master Bedroom w. fireplace, 3 closets, & French doors to second deck. Approx. 28’x15’. Carpeted. 1 king bed w/ 1 large chaise lounge that converts to a full bed. 32" LCD TV, HD DVD Player and digital cable.
--One ¾ bathroom (no tub) off MBR w/ pedestal sink, slate & door to deck.
--2nd Bedroom. 160 sq. ft. with 1 queen bed and either two twins or one king bed.
--3rd Bedroom. 120 sq. ft. with bunk beds
--One full bathroom with two-person jetted tub, pedestal, tiled walls & floor, large openable skylight.
--Parking on the street in front of garage allowed.
--Laptop and printer available for use.
--FREE local and long distance calling. Unlimited.
No dogs – yard is nicely maintained with a variety of plants & deep pond w/ fish. Please note that the pond is not fenced in.
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Looking out over the quaint English garden
VRBO Bear stayed here - 08/17/2009 We were delighted to find this true Victorian gem in the heart of San Francisco. Built in the late 1800's, it has been tastefully restored into an elegant home with great attention to preserve the original character of the house while still offering every modern convenience. Throughout the home, there are plantation shutters, wooden and tiled floors, pressed ceilings and a great balcony. The entrance hall leads into a very comfortable living room featuring a large screen television and DVD player. The formal dining area has a music system and an assortment of books and board games to keep the family entertained after dinner.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a breakfast bar, large refrigerator and wine cooler (which came in handy after a trip to Napa Valley!). There is also a high chair available for children and a washer/dryer that made us feel right at home. The kitchen leads on to a lovely deck area with cozy sofas where you can barbeque or merely sit and look out over the quaint English garden - complete with hot tub!
Upstairs, one can discover 3 large, beautifully decorated bedrooms. One bedroom features bunk beds while another room has a double bed with an extra day bed. The master suite boasts an in-suite shower room, a fireplace and a delightful enclosed sunroom with views of the garden. It slept 8 of us comfortably and there is ample linens and fresh white towels. The second floor bathroom is light and spacious with an over-sized garden tub overlooked by a large skylight.
The house has wireless Internet connectivity and a grocery store within walking distance. The home’s central location makes getting to most sightseeing spots easy by car and gives you every opportunity to explore the city. Although, we loved being in the house so much that some sightseeing was forfeited by having dinner in with a glass of wine. Rob, our host was most helpful with all our questions and made our stay most enjoyable.
The VRBO Bear
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Shared Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Our house earns a 92 out of 100 on walkscore.com and is in the Top Ten most walkable neighborhoods of San Francisco. That ranking paired with the multiple bus lines make this central location a great place to experience the complete range of San Francisco's diverse neighborhoods and exciting attractions!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$440 night .. $2600/week .. $6800/month
$Included: cleaning fee
$500 refundable security deposit
%14 taxes
Holiday rates MAY vary
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Immaculate Victorian House in the Heart of San Francisco
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose NoPa
I've always dreamed of restoring an old house. This house was my first home purchase and not bought with vacation rentals in mind. I found it with the help of good friends who knew the the former residents. From the moment I walked in I was in love. It was a find: In the middle of San Francisco, great layout (rare for victorians), original details, high ceilings, two fireplaces, decks and a big yard.
I originally lived there with 2 roommates to pay the mortgage. San Francisco is not cheap and I was just starting out! No longer wanting roommates and having the garden apartment built for myself, I rented the house out full-time to a great couple. By the time they moved out they had 2 1/2 great kids.
It's been a labor of love bringing it back from a bit of neglect. I replaced the windows, flooring and foundation, put in a garage, remodeled the kitchen and bathrooms, landscaped, restored the lathe & plaster walls & moulding and softwood floors. And paint, paint and paint.
I plan on having this house forever. It's a keeper and San Francisco is the place to be.
The Unique Benefits at this House
My best memories of living in this house include going to sleep with a fire in the master bedroom fireplace, having fun dinners in the formal dining room (and a small fire going in that fireplace), gardening on sunny days, having a barbeque on the deck, chatting with the neighbors out on the sidewalk, cooking up new things in the kitchen, and sitting in that huge tub after wet and cold bike rides. I think I take for granted how I can zip off to all parts of the City, either west to the beach or east to downtown.
Owner's Map of NoPa
As a California native, 15-year San Francisco resident and proud "caretaker" of my 1870's Victorian, I am passionate about providing a wonderful travel experience for all visitors.
I was raised in Thousand Oaks, California (a beautiful town outside of Los Angeles), earned my bachelors and MBA degrees in San Diego and moved to San Francisco in 1994 to embark on my career in the blossoming high technology industry.
For fun I've been competing in triathlons for the past ten years and completed my first Ironman distance race in 2004. My favorite travel destinations are Kailua-Kona, HI and Paris, France. My volunteer experiences include teaching computer skills at a local church, caring for rescued golden retrievers, planting trees around SF, and, most recently, providing pro-bono consulting work for non-profit organizations.
Since I live in the completely separate garden-level 1 bedroom apartment I'm able to stay on top of maintaining the home and helping folks out with whatever they may need. Iron or hair dryer suddenly not working? Need help getting on-line or printing boarding passes? Directions & recommendations? Lift to the rental car location? Group photographer? Send or Receive packages? I even lent out cuff links to a Best Man before! These are all things a property management company or absentee owner can't do for you as easily. But I completely respect your privacy and strive to be as invisible as you need me to be.
Finally, I really enjoy doing VRBO! Every interaction I've had has been positive and rewarding. Really wonderful folks rent homes for their travels!
Take Care,
-Rob
Property Photos
- Gourmet Equipped Kitchen with service for 12 - San Francisco Vacation Rentals
- Dining room with fireplace, opens to deck & table seats up to 12. Joins with LR - San Francisco Vacation Rentals
- Kitchen with ice maker & filtered water. Small Wine Refrigerator too! - San Francisco Vacation Rentals
- Living Room with 50" Plasma TV, Blu-Ray DVD, VCR and Digital Cable.
- Back yard facing towards the house. Pond and hot tub are tucked close to house.
- Entry way and stairs leading to 3 bedrooms and 2 more full bathroom upstairs.
- Living room, Foyer and Dining Room. A bathroom & Kitchen also on this floor.
- Sunroom off of master bedroom and bathroom. Opens onto small porch.
- Master Bedroom with King Bed. EnSuite bathroom, fireplace & 32"LCD TV/DVD/Cable
- One of the upstairs bathrooms with large jetted tub, pedestal sink & skylight.
- Master Bedroom wood burning fireplace. Two red leather club chairs.
- Master bedroom chaise which converts to a couch or full-size bed.
- Smallest Bedroom with twin bunk beds. Very suitable for adults too!
- Middle room with Queen sleigh bed and 2 twins (which can convert to a King bed)
- Downstairs bathroom. Two more baths upstairs. House has endless Hot H20 system.
- Shared hot tub, pond & wrap around drapes.
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This came from a Thank You card left for me and signed by all the guests: "Rob, Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to us. It is the warmest and most inviting rental we've ever had to date. We had an excellent time here in San Francisco and we thank you for all you've done to make it feel like home."
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