Vacation Rentals by Owner

Nice property

Guest: NY Giants (Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 03/15/12 Review Submitted: 03/26/12

The location of this property is a huge strength. It is walking distance to a park along the cliffs with a walking/running trail. Staying here gave us a good feel for "living in San Fran". The property is clean and maintained. It is about a 20 minute drive downtown. You would have to walk about 15-20 min to ge to a local shop. Owner was helpful in answering our questions. What we did not know until we arrived is that the floors are very creaky and doors are squeaky. This was not ideal at night when some people were asleep and you're awake. We had the downstairs apt and some guests arrived in the upstairs apt. the evening of our penultimate night. The walls/floors are very thin so we could here each footstep loud and clear as well as music and conversations without difficulty. They were not present our last night but if they were, it would have been irritating. These were the only negatives of the place.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Beautiful Property, Amazing Location

Guest: Lea (Weed)
Date of Stay: 01/07/12 Review Submitted: 01/11/12

The unit was spacious, clean, and had everything we need. Decorated in a beautiful, relaxing style and, best of all, in an amazing location. The owner was more than helpful and our stay was perfect. Thank you!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Getaway

Guest: Cara (Chicago )
Date of Stay: 12/27/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

We stayed 6 days /5 nights at Seal Rock Dr, and we had a marvelous time. Just steps from the Sutro Bath ruins and beautiful /scenic walking/hiking trails, we walked every day, sometimes twice or three times, to various spots; sunsets every evening were spectacular. The neighborhood was nice and quiet (not sure if it's always that way, or it was just the after-Christmas lull), and we felt like we were truly relaxing even though we were in a big city. The back porch is perfect for lazy afternoon reading, and night-time star gazing. The unit was sparkling clean, with a gourmet kitchen decked out with everything you need, if you like to cook. Great restaurants / delivery nearby, too. All in all, a perfect spot.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great fun!

Guest: S (Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 11/30/11 Review Submitted: 12/05/11

This is a nice and accommodating space. We loved the proximity to the beach...very scenic, and though we had a rented car, mass transit to downtown wouldn't have been hard. There were four adults in our party, and the small bath was a a bit of an impediment. More hooks and towel rods wild have helped. The kitchen was great.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Location

Guest: Benjamin B.
Date of Stay: 11/13/11 Review Submitted: 11/16/11

Great location, wonderful apartment, with an incredible kitchen. Perfect place to enjoy downtown, but far enough away it is quiet and peaceful. Fantastic walking trails just down the road.

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We left our hearts in San Francisco.

Guest: Pam and Clay (Seattle, WA. )
Date of Stay: 09/28/11 Review Submitted: 10/09/11

Our recent stay at Seal Rock Dr. was perfection ! We had sunshine and fog, rain and dry days over the four day visit to San Francisco for a wedding. I am so glad we decided to opt for staying out by the ocean with easy access to all areas of the city especially the Noe Valley where most of the happy events occurred. The decor was beautiful and comfortable. Our adult daughter who met us there for our stay never wanted to leave. She decided it had everything she needed to be happy and we agreed. We did not take advantage of the amazing 6 burner Viking stove or the fire place, but should we be lucky enough to go back, cooking will be part of the plan. The location is ideal in that we were able to be at the beach in 5 minutes at most and took advantage of walks along the beach each day. The owners, Marie and Jim were wonderful, accomodating and helpful. We felt like we were staying at the house of friends. It was such fun to open the window at night to catch the cool air and curl up on the comfortable bed under the down comforter. We will contact you again when we return to San Francisco. We are telling all of our friends about how easy it was to find this flat and work with Marie to book it. Thank you for your hospitality!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Seacliff

Guest: Andy (Cambridge, MA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/09/11

Seacliff was everything it advertised. Everything we needed was there and there were clear directions provided. The beds were great! The trails were beautiful and minutes away is The Cliff House and the beach if you are a hardy soul. The only drawback we had was our TMobile phones didn't work in the apartment.

Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing.

San Francisco on the beach

Guest: Anna (PGH, PA)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11 Review Submitted: 08/01/11

This apartment was Great! It is in a great location near Sutro Baths and the trails around Presido. It was well maintained and a lovely spot to rest after a busy day in the city. Easy parking. very nice laundry on site.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Family Friendly

Guest: Denton & Anne Davis (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/19/11 Review Submitted: 06/27/11

We spent several days during our family road trip at this condo. We have three children, ages 4, 10 and 13. There was room enough for the 5 of us. We really loved the location. It was the perfect place for getting some fresh sea air after a long day in the car. Despite hitting all of the great tourist locations in San Francisco, the best moments for us were the hiking trails near the condo with the great view of the sea and Golden Gate Bridge. The pictures and description on the VRBO site were accurate. We would definitely love to stay here again.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Homey and well-appointed flat

Guest: city-dweller wannabe (Phoenix AZ)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10 Review Submitted: 12/01/11

This is a gorgeous place and a block from the roiling pacific. We walked several times to the Cliff House - fabulous food and best views in the City. The kitchen had everything we needed so we ended up cooking more than we probably intended. This part of the City is a distance from the touristy attractions if this is your first visit, but we had a car and the flat had a garage so we were set. If you want to chill in a lovely flat with a fireplace and enjoy walks along the ocean this place can't be beat.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.

Luxury & great value. The cliffs are breathtaking.

Guest: Steve (Ft. Myers FL)
Date of Stay: 07/14/10 Review Submitted: 07/25/10

The surrounding area is just breathtaking. The hikes to the cliffs, the Sutor ruins and the beach were magical. Very comfy. We stayed four nghts with our 23 and 17 year old daughters. Location was super. Near golden gate bridge and a short drive to Sausalito and Muir woods. Within 20 minutes of anywhere you'd want to go. Great kitchen too, although our cooking was limited to the toaster oven microwave and coffee maker. Luxury at a great value. We would definitely love to stay here again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Dan Rush (Alexandria, VA )
Date of Stay: 04/04/10 Review Submitted: 04/04/10

Our family spent Spring Break 2010 at this lovely two bedroom flat. We have three sons, ages 3,6 and 10. There was room enough for the 5 of us. The boys loved the location. Some of their favorite moments from the trip were hiking on the trails and beach right by the house. We were very familiar with San Francisco as we used to live in the Bay area and we knew this would be a great location for a family get-away. We were not disappointed. Everything was as advertised and we would stay here again on a future visit.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/14/10 Review Submitted: 03/14/10

We had a time staying at this lovely flat. Located near the coast, so nice walks to the beach. Very clean and comfortable with a parking spot out front.We would stay here again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/02/09 Review Submitted: 12/02/09

Wonderful place. I have recommended it to many friends since returning, would absolutely rent again. Felt like home. Proximity to trails and the Cliff House a definite plus. Very safe part of San Francisco. My college age children asked if we could buy it!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/29/09 Review Submitted: 09/29/09

Thank you for a wonderful stay at Seal Rock Drive. This was our first visit to the USA to visit our son in San Francisco but it will be by no means the last. We loved every minute and were delighted with the apartment. We will be back!

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Guest: Rene5 (Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 08/06/09 Review Submitted: 08/05/09

Super location and great living.Everything excellent.

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Guest: Ernst S. (Muenster)
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/29/09

Thank you, we enjoyed our stay and the hospitality of the people in the house very much! Hope to soon again have an opportunity to come to SF. Of course, we will consider your property again! Best regards, Ernst Schulte-Wintrop & family

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Guest: Shelley and Dave Farrar (Marlborough, CT)
Date of Stay: 07/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/01/09

Thank you to my in-laws who found this wonderful apartment to rent. The location was great and the kids got to explore all they wanted to. It was clean, nicely set up and a perfect area in SanFran. Would definetly stay there again.

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Guest: The Fritzler Family (Lakewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 06/03/09 Review Submitted: 06/03/09

We wanted a alternative to hotel stays while visiting San Francisco. We found the price of hotels and lack of parking to be disappointing at the least when we last visited SF. This home was THE perfect alternative. It is as amazing, exactly as advertised and in an excellent location; away from the noise of the city but close enough to enjoy it. The beds were large and comfortable, the kitchen was roomy and a joy to use and the living room allowed us to kick back after a fun day in SF. My family enjoyed this vacation very much and the accommodations this home provided went a long way in helping us enjoy our trip. Hopefully we can return sometime.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/27/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/09

WOW what a place and comes with a great location. We spent 6 nights here with my husband, our two boys and my dad. The house is in a great location about a block from Cliff House and the most scenic walks in San Francisco. We travelled by public transport into Fishermans Wharf, downtown, and the Golden Gate Park. It was so very very easy. The house itself was brilliant with everything that a travelling family required and then some. If your coming to SF you really should consider this area it has so much more to offer. PS if you do come do the cliff side walk.

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Great Location, Great Kitchen

Guest: Wilbyr (Denver)
Date of Stay: 05/12/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/09

This rental was very comfortable for 4 people. The location near the Coast Trail, Cliff House and Golden Gate Park is ideal for active vacationers. The kitchen is well appointed, making cooking meals a pleasure. Good breakfast place just down the hill on the way to the Cliff House. Easy access to Golden Gate Park and its museums.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Kelli9 (Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 05/05/09 Review Submitted: 05/05/09

A great place to stay...the flat was beautiful and clean...Exactly as described! The parking was a lifesaver! Highly recommended to anyone that would benefit from a kitchen! Thank you for a great stay!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/20/09

Thanks for a wonderful care-free stay at your beautiful condo! It made our birthday celebration away from home possible and very memorable. Everything either matched or exceeded our expectations. We only wish we could have stayed longer...

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/10/09

146 Seal Rock is a great place to stay and so conveniently located to the city. I have just returned home from San Francisco and would stay at the same place again if I ever went back. I enjoyed being so close to the ocean but yet very close to the city. Great restaurants within walking distance. Linda Dixon

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Guest: KTNCrew (Southern California)
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/27/09

Very nice flat and perfect for families. It was immaculate when we arrived and is in a great location. We loved spending the day at Golden Gate Park which is only minutes away and being able to see the ocean in the AM from the apartment. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Thanks so much!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/23/09

We really enjoyed our stay. The view was wonderful,the flat was very accomodating and the hosts tried to make us feel at home. Public transportation was easy to access.We would definitely stay again!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/10/09

We had a great time staying at this place. I had friends visiting from out of state and I wanted them to see a part of San Francisco most tourists do not visit. The weather was perfect for our visit. We enjoyed breakfast at the Cliff House, walking along the bluffs above the ocean and visiting Golden Gate Park and the Presidio. Will stay again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/03/09

Extremely comfortable, spacious and clean! Would be great for a couple, friends or a whole family. Walking distance to great restaurants and places to sight see. Would stay there again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/03/09

The 4 Cs: CHEERFUL, CLEAN, COZY, and CONTEMPORARY make 146 Seal Rock a real gem! Upon arriving, the place was immaculate. The kitchen, dining room, and living room are bright, sunny, and offer ocean views. The entire flat is beautifully decorated and I was surprised to find the beds and bedding to be more comfortable than my own at home! The owners, Jim and Marie were not only accommodating, but very informative. They pointed us in the direction of some fantastic restaurants and shared the history of the Cliff House and Sutro Baths which made exploring these local points of interest even more special. On top of all that, I found their pricing to be very reasonable compared to other similar rentals. And the use of their parking space and back deck only added to the convenience of this centrally located flat! My stay at 146 Seal Rock definitely beat any hotel and would recommend it to anyone!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/12/09

I rented this flat with three other friends, all coming from different places in the US. The place was just as advertised; 2 bedrooms, with plenty of linens, towels, etc. for four women. The communal areas were very comfortable, with plenty of space for everyone to spread out and relax. It was great having a place for all of us to gather! The place was such a treat to return to after a day of sight seeing. I would take this over a blandly decorated hotel room any day of the week!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/05/09

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely flat. It is both well-located and has the comforts of home so you can make yourself cozy by the fire, or take in the gorgeous views. It's walking distance to the Cliff House, Sutro Baths, coastal trail and a few restaurants as well as Ocean Beach. You just could not ask for a better spot with all of these things and more. Definitely a place to enjoy SF and one we would like to return to sometime!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/01/08 Review Submitted: 12/01/08

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The location is fabulous, right out the door is a beautiful walk to the beach, Cliff House and park. The house is lovely inside and much more comfortable than any hotel room. We hope to stay again for our next visit to SF!

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Guest: Ingrid (Reno, NV)
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/02/08

This is the perfect place for a quiet ocean trip to San Francisco. Beautifully re-done with every comfort of home. A minute walk to the Cliff House and ocean trails, 10 minute drive to Chinatown, Union Square or the Wharf. Thank you ~ we will be back!

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Guest: Grady O. (New Haven, CT, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/27/08

I absolutely loved my time at Seal Rock. The apartment is great - comfortable, clean, quiet and cozy with plenty of amenities. But the experience there is about much more than the property itself. Some of the most beautiful views in San Francisco - or the country, in my opinion - are just outside the front door. A few steps down the street takes you to a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean - great for watching sunsets standing amid the tall grasses and trees above it all. To the left are the historic Sutro Baths where waves crash on the rocks. Beyond them, the Cliff House, a beautiful building and great place for drinks and dinner with incredible views of the water and Ocean Beach below, which runs for miles in the distance. If, instead, you turn to the right, you enter a beautiful network of paths and the Coastal Trail, which runs for almost two miles along the jagged forested coast line, affording stunning views of the ocean below and the Golden Gate Bridge in the distance. It's the perfect place for a trail run or walk and a picnic. All that right outside the front door and all within a short bus ride of the busier parts of San Francisco. If you want to explore San Francisco, but would prefer a more tranquil spot to do it from, this is a great one. It's beautiful!

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