Secluded Garden Cottage Just Minutes from Downtown

• We just loved it!!!

  We just loved it!!!

  • Guest Melinda S.
  • Date of stay 02/05/13
  • Review Submitted 03/11/13
  We went to San Francisco in February to visit our daughter and grandson and stayed at Victoria's cottage. It was very charming and private. Even though it was mid-winter, there were all sorts of flowers blooming. The cottage was nicely appointed and well designed. My grandson had a great time exploring the garden. It is close to Glen Canyon for hiking and to highways for getting around. It also is close to groceries and San Francisco.

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• Best kept secret in San Franicsco

  Best kept secret in San Franicsco

  • Guest Joe I.
  • Date of stay 01/13/13
  • Review Submitted 01/20/13
  I have traveled to many places in my life and have been to San Francisco a number of times in the past six years, but I have NEVER expierienced an ambience so perfect that one has to experience it to believe it. No matter what I say, it will not do this wonderful property justice. I will try. The smell of the flowers and trees, the beautiful natural light, attention to detail, beautiful wood work, Asian art, a beautiful kitchen with appliances and flatware, silverware, and glassware that are beautiful as much as they are functional, a comfortable bed, a beautiful ceramic tiled bathroom all create a very special environment. I dare to say that had it rained my entire stay, I would have been content to stay in the cottage and enjoy a property that the owner obviously holds dear. The property was clean, the amenities were beyond what one would find in a four or five star hotel, and all claims by the owner in the listing were accurate and truthful. The pictures accurately portrayed the layout and beauty of the cottage. I must say, I was as surprised to find that Glen Park itself is a wonderful neighborhood to stay and I found a number of excellent eating options although I must admit, I did cook one meal in the cottage due to the fact that there is a wonderful market on Chemery Street. For those who like it, I found the French Restaurant an excellent choice. The Thai restaurant was also a great place to enjoy other ethnic cuisine. The cottage is conveninent to buses that take you main muni stations and of course one has the option of using BART which I took from the airport for a mere $8.00. Traveling to downtown using the BART will cost between $1.70 and $2.00 depending upon the specific stop. And yes, it IS minutes from downtown. I hope to stay at the cottage again this fall. Thank you Veronica and Johannes. I will be sure to come again if your cottage is available.

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• Beauty, and then more

  Beauty, and then more

  • Guest Sheila
  • Date of stay 10/20/12
  • Review Submitted 01/05/13
  I stayed at this cottage before the holidays. My initial conversations with Veronica and Johannes were warm, welcoming and professional. The photographs, which seduced me to this site, do not do justice to the exceptional beauty and privacy of this little secret place in San Francisco. I am so grateful for this experience. Thank you Veronica and Johannes. I hope to visit again. A short walk down the hill and you're in a little nook of a SanFrancisco neighborhood where everyone seems to be very friendly. An extraordinary experience. Warmly, Sheila

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

  Owner response: Thank-you Sheila. Johannes and I try very hard to make sure that everything is in place to make your stay in San Francisco exceptional. It is very gratifying to know that we are successful. Veronica

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• Might not want to leave

  Might not want to leave

  • Guest Paul84
  • Date of stay 10/27/12
  • Review Submitted 12/17/12
  Perfectly secluded yet extremely convenient to city center, etc Also rented a car for a few days for road trips and parking was no issue. Very pretty and unusual garden. Very clean and visually / architecturally well designed studio layout. Dangerously good bakery at the bottom of the hill on Castro St. Good city view from the small park / playground at top of the hill. Only concerns: 1) it is a steep walk to the property from the BART - not an issue if you are fit but others might require a car just for that 2) no full length mirror; only mirror is in bathroom and my 5'6" wife could only see her face - something easily addressed so maybe a non-issue by the time you arrive.

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

  Owner response: Paul and Cheryl, Thank-you very much for your wonderful review and thank-you for letting people know about the hill. The hill is something I frequently forget to tell potential guests about. I appreciate your mentioning it. I usually ask that people read the reviews before they book, as that will help bring up questions that they don't think of asking and I forget to address. Our aim is not to get as many bookings as possible but to make sure this is the place that will make your San Francisco experience the most comfortable and fun. The mirror is something I keep forgetting about. I keep thinking I put mirror doors on the closet and as you realized I haven't yet. So I will. For the next time you visit, even if you are only staying 2 nights, let us know if there is something we have overlooked and we will do whatever we can to remedy that. Once again, thanks for the great review and for being the fun and conscientious guests that you are. Sincerely, Veronica Stork

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• Fairy tale cottage - loved it!

  Fairy tale cottage - loved it!

  • Guest Melinda K.
  • Date of stay 10/09/12
  • Review Submitted 10/22/12
  What can I say? This cottage was just an unbelievable find and my husband and I really loved it. The reviewer who commented on the profuse plants and flowers was spot on - coming from the East Coast, it was such a treat to have so many fragrant plantings and blooms (so close to winter) surrounding the walkway and house. It really is like a little fairy tale hideaway tucked into a very pleasant neighborhood. The house was spotless and very nicely furnished - lots of windows as others have commented, but the plantings do offer somewhat of a privacy screen. The bed was warm and really, really comfy. We loved the neighborhood - we had our own car, and parking wasn't a problem (although having a small car helped!). The BART was obviously very closeby, although we didn't use it during our stay. We highly recommend the Canyon Market for groceries and food to heat up at the cottage - a great treat at the end of a tiring day (the one thing that did seem to be lacking was a microwave, but we made do with the range and toaster oven). Loved having a British-style hot water pot, too. We met Johannes briefly the night we checked in, and he was very gracious in offering any help we needed. The washer and dryer are situated in a room right next to the cottage, so are very convenient. All in all, just a terrific place to stay - wish we could go back again soon!

  Owner response: It was a pleasure to have you as a guest,Melinda. Our goal is to make your San Francisco stay memorable. I am very glad we achieved that goal. If you have the time to email me your thoughts on the microwave I would appreciate it. Neither Johannes nor I ever use a microwave and we both have trouble buying one. I would like to know more about how it impacted your stay. Since our goal is your comfort should we revisit the microwave option? Would a small one suffice? Let me know what you think. Thank-you for the opportunity to reveal a side of San Francisco to you that is not generally experienced by visitors. Johannes and I thank-you for being a most exceptional and appreciative guest.

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• Great Time

  Great Time

  • Guest Denis K.
  • Date of stay 09/29/12
  • Review Submitted 10/12/12
  We stayed at owner Veronica Stork’s lovely cottage in Glen Park. Our stay was complemented, with the help we received from Johannes, the caretaker at the cottage and San Francisco itself was fantastic. Glen Park and the cottage have all you will need to stay in great surroundings. To fully enjoy your experience allow Johannes to give you his advice on where to go and how to get there. The property was all that was claimed and made for a great base for San Fransisco sight seeing. The bus on the corner is a great benefit to those on foot and the area coffee shops are better than average, for early morning breakfast. We enjoyed the great time we had there.

  Owner response: Hi Denis, Thank-you very much for your lovely review. I am very happy that you enjoyed your stay in San Francisco. We aim to make your San Francisco trip memorable and comfortable and look forward to seeing you again. Veronica

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• San Francisco Cottage

  San Francisco Cottage

  • Guest Sandra D.
  • Date of stay 09/13/12
  • Review Submitted 09/20/12
  The Garden Cottage lived up to the description. A wonderful little retreat in a quiet neighborhood. Johannes was very attentive and helpful. I recommend staying here if you want to feel like a real San Franciscan, more importantly I won't hesitate to return for another stay.

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• Beautiful SF cottage

  Beautiful SF cottage

  • Guest Courtney V.
  • Date of stay 08/01/12
  • Review Submitted 08/10/12
  This cottage is beautifully decorated, clean, and comfortable. We loved its unique Asian style and lush garden setting. It's located in a nice, safe neighborhood with many coffee shops and dining options, and it's a short (though steep!) walk from convenient public transportation. Johannes is a very friendly and helpful host. It's a great little idyll in the city.

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• perfect oasis!

  perfect oasis!

  • Guest Tray D.
  • Date of stay 07/26/12
  • Review Submitted 08/03/12
  This cottage was lovely! Nestled in a superbly maintained garden, this was a great place to relax after running around the crowded city. The interior showed just as much attention to detail and the surrounding Glen Park neighborhood offered convenient access to food and groceries.

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• A little bit of Paradise

  A little bit of Paradise

  • Guest Susan V.
  • Date of stay 07/09/12
  • Review Submitted 07/25/12
  The first thing that strikes you as you walk up the stairs to this delightful cottage, is the profusion of exotic flowers blooming in every nook and cranny. As you enter through the glass doors, there is a feeling of peace and tranquility. The cottage is beautifully furnished, well appointed, and immaculate. Luxurious sheets and towels are provided. There is a couch and a chaise lounge, in addition to a very comfortable queen bed. The kitchen is fully equipped, and extra touches like fruit, chocolate, tea and specialty coffee are provided. Wifi and TV are included. Probably the best part of our stay was getting to know Johannes, who provided bus schedules, itineraries, restaurant tips, and great conversation. Because of his help and suggestions, our stay was all the more special. The cottage is a two minute walk to the bus, and about a 10 minute bus ride to the Castro. You can walk to the BART, and wonderful restaurants. Check out Tygers for breakfast, Osha Thai, Gialina Piazzaria (best thin crust ever!), and the market. All within a five minute walk. Please note that the walk up to the cottage is very steep, so if you have lots of luggage, you'd be better to take a cab or shuttle. There are no curtains on any of the windows, which can be a little disconcerting. Other than that, the palce is heavenly!

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Fees:

• Cleaning: $30
• Property Damage Protection: $89
• Pet Fee: $30
• Taxes Included

Cancellation policy:

Check In: Please bring a copy of a valid photo id for our files. 1. Smoking is NOT allowed in the house nor on the property. 2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not stay overnight in the property. Any other person in the property is the sole responsibility of Guest. 3. All of the units are privately owned; the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise. 4. Keep the property and all furnishings in good order 5.The guest is financially responsible for damages of the property, furnishings, etc. incurred while occupying the property. The guest will be responsible for applying for coverages through the insurance and paying for anything not covered by insurance. 5. Only use appliances for their intended uses. 6. PETS are permitted only with prior approval and the Pet Addendum must be completed. 7. Parking: Parking is On Street. Parking is allowed across the driveway, even if there is a vehicle parked in the driveway. The Homeowners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs in regards to any vehicles on or off the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise. We suggest that you do not leave any valuables in your vehicles while they are unoccupied. 8. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We suggest you bring beach towels. We do not permit towels or linens to be taken from the units. If you would like to add daily or weekly housekeeping service it will be an additional charge. 9. Check Out and Check In Times Check Out is before 11:00am Check in is after 3:00pm. If the guest has a late flight out or an early flight in arrangements must be made before hand. We are flexible but need adherence to the Check In and Check Out times in order to clean and prepare the property for the arriving guests. 10. If you or any of your party arrives at check in under the influence of drugs or alcohol or anger we reserve the right to refuse to check you in and payments made are not refundable.

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.