Vacation Rentals by Owner

Terrific experience!

Guest: Ed (Newport,Rhode Island)
Date of Stay: 01/01/12 Review Submitted: 01/28/12

For two years in a row, I have rented this cute little garden apartment on Bush Street ,each time for the month of January. The space is 'roomy' and 'homey' and has all of the amenities that one would want. Location-wise Lower Pacific Heights is perfect. One gets a nice sense of neighborhood. It's close to either the 'California Avenue' or 'Geary Avenue' bus lines.If you want groceries, it's an easy walk to Trader Joe's. If you walk up to Pacific Heights,you will have a magnificent view of San Francisco Bay. It's a 'WOW!' Of course,your hosts,Po and Daryl ,are terrific. They are friendly,fun and always available to help. For me it's 'my place' to stay when I visit this wonderful city.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Central Location Perfect for Two

Guest: Greg (Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 12/17/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

The studio was fantastic. It was the perfect place for us. There was plenty of room and everything was well maintained. We didn't have a car and never needed one. There are plenty of restaurants and attractions within easy walking distance. Po was very helpful with suggestions. We would highly recommend this property.

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Ideal location for our first visit to San Francisco!

Guest: Denise (Decatur, GA)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11 Review Submitted: 07/20/11

My husband and I always try to look for self-catering rentals when traveling; we find them to be a much better value and far more comfortable than staying at a hotel. Over the years we’ve found many gems, but Po and Darryl’s studio apartment now tops our list. From my initial inquiry until the end of our stay, Po was most responsive and helpful in confirming arrangements and providing information. She welcomed us to their home (she and Darryl live on the top floor), gave us directions to the grocery (3 block walk), restaurant and transportation recommendations, etc. The apartment is situated in a lovely residential neighborhood; we felt very safe walking throughout the area both day and night. By staying in a residential neighborhood we explored the city as temporary locals instead of seeing only the tourist areas. The location is two blocks from Divisadero Street with numerous shops/services available; bus stops are one or two blocks away with connections throughout the city, so no need for a car. For a breathtaking first glimpse of the waterfront and the Golden Gate, walk up Lyon Street (one block away with spectacular views at the top!) along the Presidio and down into the Marina. As indicated by other reviewers, the apartment itself is very spacious, clean and well-appointed. In addition to the fridge and microwave, the kitchen area is fully equipped with cookware and a stove top (not evident in the photo). Eating in for breakfast (while enjoying the view of the garden!) and occasional late night suppers enabled us to splurge a bit more when dining out. The apartment has a private entrance and its location at the rear of the house makes it very quiet with no street noise to be heard. In the morning we did hear guests in the apartment above (a magnificent three-bedroom rental idea for families VRBO # 182399) as they, too, began their day, but this is to be expected in a three-unit house. Upon arrival we were so thrilled to have found such an ideal apartment that we decided to return to SF for a couple of days at the end of our travels in northern California. To our dismay, the studio was not available for the two days we had in mind, but the following week we were delighted to receive an unexpected call from Po who had a cancellation for the dates in question – hooray! How wonderful to return “home” for an encore stay to cap off our trip – thank you, Po and Darryl!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The perfect location for a San Francisco neighborhood experience and for visiting the City

Guest: UC Davis Aggie (Sacramento)
Date of Stay: 06/21/11 Review Submitted: 06/27/11

We found this quiet and quaint studio exceptionally clean on our arrival. We felt throughout our very pleasant stay that it had everything we needed and that it was very well equipped and very tastefully furnished. The owners were extremely forthcoming and helpful, and were always available when needed. The studio's posting on vrbo.com reflected exactly the studio that we had the good luck to live in for almost a week. The location is ideal to explore the city of SF with all public transportation modalities being within short reach. Moreover, it offers a distinct and pleasant neighborhood experience with neat neighborhood restaurants and bars within a couple of blocks and a host of other breakfast and dining options within a few more blocks. We particularly enjoyed the Fillmore/Pine Street area with a fabulous, true French Boulangerie on Pine Street (near Fillmore)---you will never forget their croissants and fresh baguettes. Just around the corner, we found Florio, a charming French bistro with a very energetic crowd at dinner time. We have rented quite a few different properties through vrbo over the past years and it is fair to say that this one ranks easily in the top 10%. We would recommend it to any of our family members and friends.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

perfect little getaway for two in the heart of the city!

Guest: cindy (seattle, wa)
Date of Stay: 03/25/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

we needed a last-minute place to crash just for the weekend, and we found this unit. it exemplifies everything we love about doing VRBOs vs. hotels - you can cook and do laundry for yourself, you get to know the owner personally, it's usually in a quiet residential neighborhood and not on a busy city street, and the service is individualized. in terms of the actual space, it was just fine -- a good size, with all the right amenities. very quiet. the only thing we heard was the other renter family upstairs, walking around for a bit - then it was quiet again. it was very clean, and easy to clean at the end of our stay. I usually like a little more natural light, but then again, all we did was sleep there, and for a bottom-floor unit it was great! convenient to everything - between walking and using our MUNI passes, we could get everywhere. would recommend this to others looking for a similar experience in sf!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Guest: Toni & George
Date of Stay: 12/01/10 Review Submitted: 12/04/10

Cozy, quiet, clean, and "home" during our delightful visit to your fair SF. Thanks for all your hospitality and assistance, Po, especially with the parking!

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A Valuable Experience

Guest: Moe (Duxbury MA)
Date of Stay: 10/18/10 Review Submitted: 10/24/10

The concept of not being in a hotel appeals to me. I like being on my own without the staff,mints and associated hotel values. If taking care of yourself in a fully equipt unit doesn't appeal to you, San Francisco has many fine hotels. If you like being in control of your life and there is no more than a pair of you, you can't do better. Every kitchen tool required is at hand. There are markets, including the wonderful Mollie Stone, within blocks. I walked but there is plenty of public transportation. I went to visit family but it works for "tourists" too. The owners have stocked the place with guides and gave me leads to places to eat. If available when I go back to San Francisco, I'd go to the same place again. I recommend it to anyone but hope nobody will be there when I want to use it. It works for me.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

terrific location, lovely garden

Guest: Lynnell Mickelsen (Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 05/31/10 Review Submitted: 06/07/10

We loved this place. It's a large, one-room studio on the ground floor/basement. But it's surprisingly light and airy because of the hardwood flooring, furnishings and walk-out patio/ small garden areas, which even came with a Webber grill (although we didn't use it because we were taking advantage of all the great San Fran. restaurants.) Still, it was great to be able to open the windows and patio door and the place felt like our home, as opposed to part of a hotel chain. I also prefer this style of lodging to bed-and-breakfast places, which I tend to find too fussy or frilly. Darryl and Po live upstairs and are gracious and generous hosts. The studio is two blocks in either direction from major bus routes. We didn't have a car; so we used buses to get everywhere and it was easy. I'd stay here again in a heart-beat.

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

great apartment, great location

Guest: PattiNYC (NY)
Date of Stay: 05/24/10 Review Submitted: 06/04/10

Hi, I stayed here at the end of May 2010 and it was great. Apartment was really nice, super clean, and comfortable. The owner was very nice and extremely helpful. Location was just perfect - safe area, lots near by and bus near by too. I would highly recommend this place and will stay here again in future. Thank you! Patti in New York City

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Rick & Chrissy
Date of Stay: 10/31/09 Review Submitted: 10/30/09

Thank you for your hospitality and making our stay comfortable. The location is great. Japantown was really fun! It really felt like living in the City. This is much better than a hotel! The studio is spacious and the bed is comfortable. Thanks again!

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Guest: Phyllis and Scott
Date of Stay: 10/24/09 Review Submitted: 10/23/09

Thanks for providing everything we needed for our short stay. Great location; easy access to public transportation. A good location for visiting my relatives in the hospital. Very near major medical centers. Thanks again.

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Guest: Yuki and Joe
Date of Stay: 10/11/09 Review Submitted: 10/10/09

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay! The unit is so clean, comfortable, and in such a convenient location. We had a great time here! Thanks for your warm welcome and kindness while we were here, hope to return again soon! Best Wishes!

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Guest: Etienne et Claude
Date of Stay: 10/06/09 Review Submitted: 10/05/09

Nous vous remercions beaucoup pour la location de votre appartement, bien agence, idealement place pour faire une bonne decouverte de Sa Francisco, qui est une des plus belle ville du monde. Merci ... Thank you!

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Guest: Mark and Toni
Date of Stay: 09/14/09 Review Submitted: 09/13/09

Your studio in Pacific Heights was the perfect location for us. Not only was it close to our son, but the architecture of the neighborhood was fascinating to view. You have been a gracious host and our accommodations were so comfortable. Thanks!

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Guest: Amanda and Rob
Date of Stay: 08/30/09 Review Submitted: 08/29/09

Thanks you, both for a lovely stay. We really enjoyed the studio and loved San Francisco. It was really easy having a toddler here too. Thank you!

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Guest: Len and Karen
Date of Stay: 08/17/09 Review Submitted: 08/16/09

Our stay has been beautiful!! Although we've been here many times, this stay was like being home. This cozy studio was great. You made us feel like family guests. Thanks! Our stay was wonderful and we are looking forward to seeing you in October.

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Guest: Chantal and Giles
Date of Stay: 08/10/09 Review Submitted: 08/09/09

We had a wonderful time here in San Francisco. The studio was perfect for all our needs. It is close to everything yet makes you enjoy the best of the local vs the tourist stuff. This is a beautiful city with warm charming people. We really enjoyed our stay and we WILL be back.

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Guest: Chris and Roger
Date of Stay: 08/04/09 Review Submitted: 08/03/09

Many thanks for your help and kindness during our stay. We loved our time in San Francisco. The studio was more than we expected and very comfortable. We will certainly recommend you to any of our friends wishing to come to your lovely city. Best wishes,

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Guest: Ester and Normand
Date of Stay: 07/12/09 Review Submitted: 07/11/09

We had a wonderful time in San Francisco in your lovely studio. We enjoyed the location in a great neighborhood, near by everything you want to see in San Francisco. We really appreciate the nice "decor", flowers and plants. Thanks to our hosts for the nice stay.

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Guest: Elisa and Richard
Date of Stay: 06/20/09 Review Submitted: 06/19/09

We have had a wonderful time in the City and have loved this studio-at the end of a long day of touring it has been home. The location is great, the bed so comfortable and we appreciate all the extra touches. And the plants are beautiful. I would certainly recommend 2808(Bush St)and hope to stay here again soon.

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Guest: Brett and Rich
Date of Stay: 05/17/09 Review Submitted: 05/16/09

Even though we had not stay long- we enjoyed our stay and your studio was very nice and in a great location. We will stay again when we return. Thank you!

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Guest: Pat and Chuck
Date of Stay: 05/12/09 Review Submitted: 05/11/09

We had a wonderful stay in your lovely studio. The location was great! We usually stay in a hotel- this is a fantastic change for us! Thank you.

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Guest: Renate and Jim
Date of Stay: 02/21/09 Review Submitted: 02/20/09

We enjoyed our stay in the tastefully furnished apartment. It is a great location for exploring the city. We also enjoyed the eclectic reading material! Thank you.

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Guest: Jason, Sandy & Elyse
Date of Stay: 02/06/09 Review Submitted: 02/05/09

A Big Thank You! for making our stay in San Fran memorable. You were so accommodating to us and the flat was extremely enjoyable. We had everything we needed and that is hard because we were travelling with a toddler! We would-in-a heartbeat stwy with you again. Thank you for a great trip! All the Best,

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Guest: Kerry and Adrian
Date of Stay: 01/04/09 Review Submitted: 01/03/09

It was lovely having this be our home for two weeks. I love the cat! And the bed is very comfy! Happy New Year 2009! All the best,

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Guest: Viincent and Shirley
Date of Stay: 10/05/08 Review Submitted: 10/04/08

From your welcome on the steps, this has been the best accommodation that we have had in many visits to San Francisco (apart from our son's apartment of course!). It is very convenient, cozy, and quiet. Many thanks for making this visit to SF such a good one. Best wishes.

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Guest: Karen
Date of Stay: 09/16/08 Review Submitted: 09/15/08

Thank you for making the flat available. I have enjoyed my stay. It's amazing how quiet this is ..even the location of nearby buses and traffic. Best Regards.

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Guest: Terrie and Erika
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 08/31/08

Let me begin by saying I was most impressed by your phone call to my home the morning after I inquired about availability. It made me feel very welcome and comfortable right from the start. I also thought it was considerably professional! Our stay was lovely. Your recommendations for local food markets served us very well. We walked pretty much every where which speaks to the great location. The suite was just what we expected and your continuing, welcoming approach made our stay

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Guest: Scott and Kathy
Date of Stay: 08/25/08 Review Submitted: 08/24/08

Thank you for the awesome accommodations! It is great to know that we can have a "home away from home" when we need a get-away! You'll be hearing from us again.

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Guest: Bill and Jennifer
Date of Stay: 08/21/08 Review Submitted: 08/20/08

Thanks so much! It was the best bed of our trip, and the well appointed apartment made us feel the comfort of your welcome. Best,

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Guest: Paula and Philip
Date of Stay: 08/11/08 Review Submitted: 08/10/08

Enjoyed our stay in your studio: it's clean, comfortable, quiet, well-equipped, and centrally located. Thank you!

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Guest: Laurel and James
Date of Stay: 07/29/08 Review Submitted: 07/28/08

What a wonderful trip we've had. Thanks so much for the wonderful accommodations and all your help.

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Guest: JoAnne and Michel
Date of Stay: 07/22/08 Review Submitted: 07/21/08

Thank you very much for your hospitality. The guest studio is very clean and comfortable. The unit is really well located in the city. It's easy to use buses to go everywhere in SF. Thank you again for the lovely accommodations.

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Guest: Randy and Jeremy
Date of Stay: 07/14/08 Review Submitted: 07/13/08

We enjoyed our stay in your most comfortable studio. It's charming and nicely appointed. Thank you for sharing your space with us.

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Guest: John and Barbara
Date of Stay: 07/09/08 Review Submitted: 07/08/08

We have enjoyed our stay in this delightful studio. It is a great living space and colours and artistic touches are great too.

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Guest: Jackie and Al
Date of Stay: 06/20/08 Review Submitted: 06/19/08

What a wonderful place to stay! We felt very comfortable and welcome. Beautiful, spacious, and quiet flat!! Thanks again for the lovely accommodation.

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Guest: Christine
Date of Stay: 06/12/08 Review Submitted: 06/11/08

Thank you so much for your gracious hospitality and this absolutely STUNNING studio. The photos do not do it justice! This must become my 2nd home in San Francisco. I truly LOVE this place!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/29/08 Review Submitted: 05/29/08

We are glad to be your first guests in your lovely studio apartment and appreciate the warm welcome. Comfortable and lovely with attractive decor.

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