Vacation Rentals by Owner

Magnifique!

Guest: Emanuela, Robin et Valère (Bruxelles, Belgique, Europe)
Date of Stay: 04/14/11 Review Submitted: 05/18/11

We can only recommend this lovely address, a perfect location in San Francisco. The apartment is fully equipped, extremely practical and so nicely decorated: you feel at home from the very first moment you get in! We loved our stay! Pour les européens que nous sommes, nous avons particulièrement apprécié que l'appartement soit vraiment équipé de tout, très bien tenu et la déco très personnalisée. Les propriétaires Ave et Doris ont été d'une extrême gentillesse et de bon conseil. Il faut juste avoir de bonnes jambes car la maison est presqu'au sommet de la colline Telegraph Hill (il y a aussi le bus 39 qui s'arrête en face), mais l'on sent vite ses efforts récompensés par les magnifiques vues dont on jouit depuis les fenêtres de l'appartement. Par ailleurs la situation est formidable, à 100 mètres de Washington Place en plein quartier North Beach (plein de bons restos et de boutiques sympa), très proche de Fisherman's Wharf et à 20 minutes à pied de Downtown. Un vrai 5 étoiles ;-)

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

A perfect stay!

Guest: Kelly - Honolulu (Honolulu, HI)
Date of Stay: 03/09/11 Review Submitted: 03/09/12

Everything that is needed for a comfortable stay is here! The apartment is well equipped (sheets, towels, kitchen utensils, etc). Location is great for walking and exploring the City and satisfyingly quiet for a restful nights sleep. Ave and Doris are wonderful to work with and I never worry that my stay here will be enjoyable.

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Fantastic Stay!

Guest: Katherine (Korea)
Date of Stay: 03/02/11 Review Submitted: 04/06/11

I spent a month in Apartment 2 and loved every moment of my stay. The apartment is true to the excellent reviews - it is spotless and the furnishings are very modern. Everything you need is in the apartment so all I needed to do was to pick up some groceries and I was set! I love cooking and the fully furnished kitchen was the highlight of my stay. The apartment is located in a very quiet, safe neighborhood and Ave was very kind and helpful throughout my stay. The number 39 bus does stop on the corner so it is very easy to get to Fisherman's Wharf, Coit Tower and Pier 39. You can always transfer to the number 30 or 45 bus on Columbus if you want to get to Union Square. Although San Francisco is a blast (You need to check out Wayfare Tavern and Benu for the best cuisine!), do make time to visit the wine country (Yountville, Sonoma, St.Helena) to check out the fantastic restaurants (Bouchon, French Laundry, Redd, Ad Hoc, Bistro Jeanty) and the wonderful wine tasting (Schramsburg, Chandon, Opus One, Joseph Phelps etc). You can get a very detailed booklet(with map and numbers for reservations) and awesome coupons from the Visitor's Center in Yountville.

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

5 STARS

Guest: Kelly - Honolulu (Honolulu, HI)
Date of Stay: 01/25/11 Review Submitted: 02/28/11

I always enjoy my stay at Ave and Doris'. The listed description and photos are accurate, condition of the apartment always spotless, and in excellent condition. Each time I return, some upgrade has been made which makes each stay even more comfortable from the year previous. The apartment has always been well-furnished and comfortable so the additions have been extremely pleasing and convenient (e.g. wireless internet, washer/dryer, flat screen TV). Additionally, the owners are always available and wonderful to work with!

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Perfection!

Guest: Steve and Kay (LaFayette, GA.)
Date of Stay: 08/01/10 Review Submitted: 09/06/10

We have stayed with Ave and Doris a month every summer for four years. Everything the reviews say are so accurate! We cannot say enough about the views, the apartment cleanliness, the quiet, convenient location, the easy parking! There must be at least 50 restaurants within walking distance to try. But what amazes us every year is Ave and Doris' attention to detail. They make improvements like the washer/dryer, a flat screen high def TV and WiFi. This apartment is as close to perfection as you could ever get! They put our names on the mailbox so we can get mail. They have charcoal in the apartment because they know we like to grill. They have the bookshelves stocked with guide books and San Francisco themed movies. One year we accidently locked ourselves out and Ave was there in ten minutes to rescue us. Our San Francisco yearly vacation is the best we can imagine. It is all due to this 5-Star apartment and Ave and Doris. This is better than the any 5-Star Hotel, trust us!!!

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

EXCELLENT

Guest: Kelly - Honolulu (Honolulu, HI)
Date of Stay: 02/09/10 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

Fantastic apartment in a great neighborhood! The apartment is well maintained with many amenities which made my stay very comfortable and an enjoyable home: free wireless internet, thick bath towels, a well-stocked kitchen, fireplace, garage parking, and secured entry to the building. It's convenient city living, yet quiet at night as it is situated in a residential neighborhood. The owners are always available to answer any questions I had. I definitely would recommend this property to others and look forward to my next stay. Thank you Ave and Doris!

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Guest: Les & Lesley (Devon UK)
Date of Stay: 12/07/08 Review Submitted: 12/07/08

We spent a month in apartment #3 in November, and had a wonderful time - it was hard to leave. The lovely apartment has everything you could need, and is ideally situated. Yes, it is at the top of the hill, but there is a bus stop right outside the door, and the views more than compensate. We could walk almost everywhere we wanted to go from the apartment, and found the bus service very easy to use, as well as inexpensive. Thank you Ave and Doris for making our visit so enjoyable. We will definitely recommend this apartment to family and friends, and hope to see you again ourselves.

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Guest: Debby and Lee Johnson (British Columbia)
Date of Stay: 11/14/08 Review Submitted: 11/14/08

As the song goes, “we left our heart in San Francisco ”.I am sure that your vacation rental is credited for us having an amazing time. The views from this lovely apartment are breathtaking at all times of the day. The apartment is so well situated that we walked to most of our destinations and as a result we were able to view the city from a more intimate place. I loved meeting up with the parrots!Thank you for making the extra effort to greet us with the treats and fresh flowers.I could go on raving about your vacation rental but we need to be on the road soon.Thank you again for making this special place available to us.Warm regards,Lee and Debby Johnson ,British Columbia

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Guest: clay (flora,ill )
Date of Stay: 11/08/08 Review Submitted: 11/08/08

I recently spent 10 days in the 2E Unit for a fantastic visit to the city by the bay. the view from this unit was excellent with each morning a cup of coffee brewed in the excellent kitchen facilities and listening to classical music and watching the beautiful sunrise over the bay bridge. truly inspirational. Thank you Ave and Doris for a wonderful welcome to this relaxing vacation. The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill were a memorable experience. will consider renting again for a return visit. Thanks, Clay

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Guest: Jos?e, Benoit, Sylvie & Sylvain (Montreal, Qc, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/28/08 Review Submitted: 10/28/08

We totally agree with all previous comments: this apartment is amazing! Perfectly located, we had the feeling of staying in the neighborhood. It was very clean, beautifully decorated and of course, the view is spectacular! We have rented few VRBO's on the East Coast, but this one is our best! We'd definitely stay here again if we return to SF and are recommending it to our family and friends. Thanks Ave & Doris, it was a pleasure meeting you!

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Guest: Mari7 (Austin. Texas)
Date of Stay: 10/27/08 Review Submitted: 10/27/08

It was amazing that with the windows open you can actually hear the sea lions while you are relaxing on the couch! Beautiful apartment in a great location. With global warming, a/c would be a plus. Thanks so much for sharing your little part of paradise.

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Guest: Linda & Guy Belleau (Beverly Hills, MI)
Date of Stay: 10/21/08 Review Submitted: 10/21/08

All the previous comments are accurate. We stayed in Unit 2 for a week - beautifully decorated, convenient, well appointed. Doris & Ave were great to deal with. Thanks for the extra touches - fresh flowers and treats!! Would definitely recommend this rental - all aspects of the experience exceeded expectations. (Bus 39 is convenient as previously noted, but quits running around 7:30 p.m. - the hill would be challenging for folks with physical limitations, but taxis are available for those later nights.)

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/10/08 Review Submitted: 10/10/08

Everything said before is quite true and can be summed up in one word - immaculate. A special treat is Bus 39 which stops at your front door, runs down the hill to Washington Square where you can transfer to many busses, then goes on to Fishermans Warf and returns via Coit Tower. If you are a senior, all for $0.50 including a transfer where you can ride practically all day (technically a couple of hours but no one checks). Not a senior - $1.50, exact change

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Guest: Jacqueline & Michael (Vineland, New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 10/07/08 Review Submitted: 10/07/08

Doris & Ave, Your apartment felt like home, even better. Great location and view of the Bay.Sun rise at 7:00am WOW!!!. We wanted for nothing in the kitchen and the quality of everything is first rate. Your special touches mean a lot,fresh flowers coffee and biscotti. When we return to SF we will only stay in your apartment.The whole experience was just outstanding. Thank You! Jacqueline & Michael

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Guest: Ruth & Joe McKeown (Beltsville, MD)
Date of Stay: 10/07/08 Review Submitted: 10/07/08

We stayed in #2 for 3 nights at the end of September 2008. It was absolutely wonderful! Beautiful views, great cooking pans and utensils in the kitchen, very comfortable bed, high quality and comfortable furniture, tv and sound system. Nothing that you would need or want was missing. We plan on staying there again on our next visit to SF.

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Guest: Irene and Ray (South Florida)
Date of Stay: 09/09/08 Review Submitted: 09/09/08

Our 10 day stay in Ave and Doris' apt was overall wonderful! We were very happy with the cleanliness of the apt and was so comfortable that it felt like home. The apt exceeded our expectations and we look forward to another stay in the future!

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Guest: Fred & Sue (Sugar Land, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/07/08 Review Submitted: 08/07/08

We agree wholeheartedly with previous visitor's comments. Ave was very flexible and worked with us when our flight was canceled and we arrived in San Francisco very late. We will definitely stay here again!

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Guest: Elizabeth22 (Ooltewah, TN)
Date of Stay: 07/30/08 Review Submitted: 07/30/08

FABULOUS! Our family of 3 stayed in #3 and it was remarkable. What a wonderful way to truly see a city, to stay in a neighborhood - except we were afforded a terrific bonus - a garage! Not many in San Francisco have one. Having stayed in VRBO's from Hawaii to Paris this is among our very favorite. It was clean beyond belief, large and open, and exceeded our expectations. There is no comparison to a hotel in this city. Doris and Ave are remarkable people to have such a welcoming apartment for guests. The location is amazing as well, but keep in mind it is one top of a hill! Great views and a great place. Thanks!

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Guest: Greg and Rose Ryberg (Sandpoint, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 07/28/08 Review Submitted: 07/28/08

Beautiful apartment, great location, and wonderful views. Fantastic accommodations in a gorgeous city. Thanks Ave and Doris.

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Guest: Anne D. (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/27/08 Review Submitted: 07/27/08

Doris’ and Ave’s Telegraph Hill vacation rental is a little gem located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in town. Like many San Franciscans, I can’t accommodate visiting relatives in my apartment, which has resulted in my experimenting with various lodging options over the past 15 years. This is the very best vrbo has to offer. I am beyond grateful for the accuracy of the rental description, the owners’ responsiveness and warm reception, as well as for the welcoming touches greetings guests in the apartment, as others have already noted. The cleanliness of the place was very much appreciated, having had the unfortunate experience of scrubbing previous vacation rentals upon arrival! Thank you both for making my family feel right at home.

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Guest: Raber Umphenour (Providence, RI)
Date of Stay: 07/25/08 Review Submitted: 07/25/08

This is an outstanding property - and the owners are warm and friendly people to do business with. You won't find a better place in San Francisco for a quiet getaway or honeymoon - a warm fireplace, sensational views, nearby access to some of the best cuisine in San Franciso - and very very affordable, fair rates. Coit Tower is right outside the dining room window. Well maintained; clean, with plenty of extra towels, silverware and cooking supplies. Great owners too!

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Guest: Allison 1 (Jacksonville, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/23/08 Review Submitted: 07/23/08

Fantastic place, beautifully situated on top of Telegraph Hill with panoramic view of the Bay Bridge and so thoughtfully appointed. Biscotti, chocolates, good coffee and fresh flowers waiting for you. Spanking clean, lovely and tranquil decor. 3 blocks from the heart of North Beach, easy walk to Russian Hill, Chinatown, Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf. Has everything you could possibly need to cook, but we ate out because there are too many good restaurants nearby! Many nice touches provided, including a book of SF historical walking tours which we used the heck out of. Wow! We'll be back.

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Guest: Elisabeth2 (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 07/22/08 Review Submitted: 07/22/08

I'd surely like to live here! In this apartment, I mean. It couldn't be lovelier--from the reception to the decor to the view to the location to the GARAGE! I'm a former San Franciscan and New Yorker, so I know from garages and location. This is where we sill stay whenever we're in San Fran. Oh, our 13-year-old daughter loved staking out her territory in the living room, too!

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Guest: klintoe1 (paris)
Date of Stay: 06/15/08 Review Submitted: 06/15/08

l'appartement était vraiment magnifique ainsi que la vue sur la baie et la ville. Il était clair, spacieux très joliment meublé parfaitement équipé. Sa localisation dans San fransisco était parfaite. De plus le propriétaire était vraiment charmant.Vous pouvez louer cet appartement les yeux fermés et vous serez sur de ne pas être déçu.Catherine Paris France

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Guest: david and louise (kidderminster,england)
Date of Stay: 06/15/08 Review Submitted: 06/15/08

Wonderful apartment great facilities and ideal location we really enjoyed our stay in this great apartment avedano was a gracious host and very accommodating. When we come to stay in san francisco we will be staying here again and would have no hesitation in recommending this appartment to friends Kind regards David and Louise Kidderminster. England

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Guest: Gayle and Andrew (Boulder, Colorado )
Date of Stay: 06/10/08 Review Submitted: 06/10/08

Doris and Avedano have truly made this a place to remember, to be at home in and a place you want to return to. The kitchen has everything you need for a dinner party - which we did twice - not even thinking that we would. It was just that nice a place to be in! Thank you!

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Guest: Merete1 (-)
Date of Stay: 06/08/08 Review Submitted: 06/08/08

We had a lovely stay in the third floor apartment. The apartment was gorgeous, beautifully decorated and completely stocked with kitchen wares and all. Many thanks to Doris and Ave, for being so organized and responsive to our questions.

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Guest: klintoe (paris)
Date of Stay: 06/08/08 Review Submitted: 06/08/08

L'appartement était vraiment magnifique. Il était spacieux , clair, parfaitement équipé et joliment meublé. Il y avait une vue superbe sur la baie et la ville et sa localisation dans San fransisco était parfaite. De plus le propriétaire était vraiment charmant. De tous les appartements que nous avons loué aussi bien enFrance qu' à l'étranger c'est la première fois que la réalité est largement supérieure à ce qui semble être proposé dans l'annonce.Pour ceux qui aiment Amistead Maupin il est à signaler que cet appartement est situé juste à coté de napierlane qui est en fait la barbaralane (nom inventé)des chroniques de San fransisco.catherine from Paris

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Guest: Tara Bradford Holmes (Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 06/04/08 Review Submitted: 06/04/08

A beautiful apartment with stunning views and very nice owners. Excellent experience staying at this lovely apartment - I wanted to stay there permanently and was reluctant to leave San Francisco. Will definitely request this apartment availability during my next San Fran stay.

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Guest: Edy Taylor (Albuquerque, New Mexico)
Date of Stay: 05/18/08 Review Submitted: 05/18/08

Our stay could not have been better. We did not want to leave thanks to the hard work Ave and Doris have put into the apartment. Breathtaking views, and comfortable accomidations made this a vacation filled with great memories. The apartment is withing walking distance to everything. (Great pizza place 2 blocks away) Thank you to again to Ave and Doris for all their attention to details, and their hospitality. We now feel like we have a home away from home when we travel.

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Guest: Richard Martell (Bozeman Montana)
Date of Stay: 03/25/08 Review Submitted: 03/25/08

This apartment was not easy to leave. Perfect location, great accommodations, lovely hosts. My wife and I had our two young boys in tow, they all loved it as well. Be sure to check out the birds of Telegraph Hill, just a seeds throw from the apartment. Lucky am I--booked in for next month as well!

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Guest: Carol & Mark (Minneapolis)
Date of Stay: 03/07/08 Review Submitted: 03/07/08

We had a wonderful time staying in the #2 unit. Immaculate and what a view, especially at night! If we ever visit SF in the future, hopefully this unit will be available.

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Guest: Mitch Weinstein (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/18/08 Review Submitted: 02/18/08

Not much more to add that hasn't been said before...great hosts, excellent apartment with wonderful views, fantastically located. Garage is a plus if yo're renting a car. This was our 5th or 6rh time using VRBO and we love it.

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Guest: Anna Gay (Pasadena, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/08/08 Review Submitted: 01/08/08

All the praise that has been lavished on this apartment is warranted! The four of us (my husband, our two boys, ages 8 and 4, and myself)have just returned from a wonderful 5-day stay in the No. 2 East apartment beginning on New Year's Eve. It was a fantastic beginnning to 2008. The pictures on the web site do not do the apartment justice; the views are wonderful. The location is perfect, just East of North Beach, close to Coit Tower, and up the hill from the Ferry Building with its great shops. The kitchen is equipped with everything you might need. The apartment is immaculate and very tastefully appointed; even the DVD's and reading material provided are San Francisco-related. Though we experienced the deluge on our last day there, we were warm and cozy, sitting by the fireplace, sipping tea and reading. The garage for our car was a real plus though most times we walked or rode the Muni buses or the "F" cars but it was great not to have to worry about it. We appreciated all the extra touches; fresh flowers, coffee from Cafe Trieste, biscotti, and chocolates; all signs of a caring host. We look forward to our return! By the way, I've recommended the apartment to at least 20 people since our return since I think everyone would love it! Thank you, Ave and Doris, for such a great home away from home! Anna Gay, Michael, Nicholas, & Matteo--Pasadena, CA

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Guest: Susan and Al (Bellevue, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/01/07 Review Submitted: 12/01/07

No point in repeating all the praise that others have heaped on this well-laid-out, thoughtfully furnished apartment with its drop-dead views and incomparable location, and its responsive and helpful owners. We stayed in #3 for 5 days, and particularly appreciated Doris's generous and precise advice on transportation to/from the airport and on food possibilities on Thanksgiving Day, which is when we arrived. Walking around and to/from the neighborhood is an exercise in SF history, and the quiet and safe environment was inviting for evening strolls. Some recommended nearby restaurants that haven't been mentioned: Piperade, on Battery, French/Basque; the wine bar at the Ferry Bldg's Wine Merchant. This apartment is pretty much heaven.

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Guest: Glenn & Mary Ann (Toronto, ON)
Date of Stay: 11/27/07 Review Submitted: 11/27/07

We stayed in Apartment #2 for 5 days in October. Two words to describe our stay: ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. We travelled with our 2 young children, ages 8 months, and 2 yrs. It was a home away from home. They loved it. It was immaculately clean. The view was breath-taking. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our own baby food. It was great to have a parking garage attached which was so convenient. This is the PERFECT location. Thanks again Ave & Doris, we'll definitely be coming back to "Our San Francisco HOME" (as my 2 yr old calls it).

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Guest: Chalres (-)
Date of Stay: 11/20/07 Review Submitted: 11/20/07

The negatives: It's on the top of a hill and is a pretty long walk from the subway (about a half hour), so getting around can bit a bit of a challenge if you've never exercised before or if you're elderly. I wouldn't recommend it for those two groups (unless you have a car). The positives: everything else. While it's not IN North Beach (which is at the bottom of the hill), it's close enough where you can hang out there for dinner every night. It really is a vibrant neighborhood and a great place to come, have wonderful food and take in a wide variety of music. In truth, I ended up having a great time in San Francisco without ever having used the subway. I can't say I've ever done that in any other major city. The place itself is beautiful. I stayed on the second floor unit with the view of the Bay Bridge. It's not a big apartment, but it's perfect for two and the entire side is made up of huge windows. If you love lots of light, you'll love this place. It was so nice waking up every morning to the morning mists giving way to the harbor and the bridge. Very romantic! It was really a home away from home. Will recommend to everybody.

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Guest: Barry & Jody Page (Sydney, Australia)
Date of Stay: 11/13/07 Review Submitted: 11/13/07

Four of us (two couples all over 60)stayed for one week in October in both of your Apartments. We were so impressed with the decor - beautifully appointed and we were so comfortable. Having a car was a necessity as Telegraph Hill would be too steep for us - going downhill - no problem! Thank you Ave and Doris for making our stay so lovely - hope to see you next year.

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Guest: Annette3 (Long Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/08/07 Review Submitted: 11/07/07

My friends and I decided to head up to SF for my birthday and escape the fires in LA. No location could have been better for a relaxing weekend. The apartment was fabulous, loved the attention to detail and complimentary biscotti and best of all it was worth every penny. If you loved the Parrots of Telegraph Hill you will definitely appreciate the parrots roaming around outside and of course the breathtaking views. We did some great urban hikes in North Beach, ate at the cute Italian places and of course took in the views from the apartment and from Coit Tower. Best weekend trip I've had in awhile. Thanks Doris and Ave!

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Guest: EZ 1 (Hoover, AL)
Date of Stay: 10/25/07 Review Submitted: 10/25/07

What a great place! We thoroughly enjoyed the stay! Mere prose won't do, so I wrote some haikus about this rental. Montgomery Union: artfully decorated, one very good bed. Montgomery Union: Sweet retreat after full days, pasta-filled bellies. Montgomery Union: views of Bay Bridge, Coit Tower, and Hitchcock shot here. We hope to return some day!

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Guest: Janet Dauber (Falls Church, VA)
Date of Stay: 09/07/07 Review Submitted: 09/07/07

Pictures don't do justice to this apartment! No detail was overlooked by the owners, Doris and Ave. The decor and all of the special touches (biscotti, chocolates, and coffee) were so thoughtful and appreciated. We especially liked the binder with suggestions and maps to help us get around the city on BART - and the garage for the rental car was a huge bonus. The location was terrific. And did I mention the view? Incredible. What could be better than waking up in San Francisco with views of the Bay Bridge and Coit Tower. We'll definitely be back.

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Guest: Denise and Brian Pritchard (Ayr Scotland)
Date of Stay: 08/05/07 Review Submitted: 08/05/07

We had a great time staying in this apartment. Ave made us feel very welcome. It is well equipped with everything you might need. The views are fantastic! There's a great Italian bakery about a block down the hill - ideal for freshh bread for breakfast! Previous reviews are right - the hill does get easier every day! Denise and Brian, Ayr Scotland

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Guest: Steven Brush (Doylestown, Pa)
Date of Stay: 08/05/07 Review Submitted: 08/05/07

We stayed in Apt. #3 for 5 nights at the end of July. It was our first experience with VRBO and it worked out very well. The apartment was very clean and neat, with a kitchen well stocked with equipment as well as some food stuffs that you don't really want to buy for a 5 night stay-spices, mustard, tea's, etc. The views are magnificent and the pictures on the web site are true to life. Doris and Ave were excellent people to deal with and we would recommend their apartment as a good alternative to a hotel stay.Lastly, the garage was very useful, considering the limited parking in San Francisco.

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Guest: Petra, Enrico & Tiziano (Zurich, Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 08/02/07 Review Submitted: 08/02/07

We spent 4 nights at apartment 3 and we just loved everything about it! The location is just great and you can probably never get tired of that view! The apartment is very tastefully furnished, very well equipped and exceptionally clean... No doubt about it, we'll be back! Ave and Doris, thanks so much :-)

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Guest: Jack Misiura (Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/30/07 Review Submitted: 07/30/07

Doris and Ave -- thanks for the wonderful hospitality. What a great place! One of the things I love about SF is that it seems there is a great view from just about anywhere, and that is certainly true of your place. The apartment is fantastic...very well done, and the location is unbeatable. Can't wait to stay there again.

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Guest: Mary and A.J. (Portland, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 07/29/07 Review Submitted: 07/29/07

I cannot recommend this property highly enough! Beautifully decorated, terrific location, lovely owners, wonderful amenities including truly special views. The perfect San Francisco experience, much more intimate than any hotel, at a terrific price. PERFECT.

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Guest: Kerry and Kevin (Houston, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/24/07 Review Submitted: 07/24/07

What a great apartment! Even better than it looks in the pictures. The views are wonderful and we enjoyed many hours just sitting watching the world go by. The apartment was exceptionally clean and well equipped with everything we needed and more. The special touches, including the movies, cookies, and coffee, made us we feel completely at home during our stay. After 5 nights we were didn't want to leave.

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Guest: Ed and Lesley Sparks (Middletown, DE)
Date of Stay: 07/08/07 Review Submitted: 07/08/07

This was a wonderful apartment! The furniture was extremely comfortable and the apartment was very well equipped, spacious and clean. It was like living at home. The fresh flowers, chocolate, coffee, and cookies were a wonderful personal touch. We really liked the neighborhood as it was quiet but close to great restaurants, stores, transportation, and tourist sights. The walk up the hill after dinner or a day of sightseeing provided us with a challenging cardio workout but by the end of our stay, we were able to make the hill without stopping. However, the bus does stop right in front of the apartment if the hill proves too much. The binder of information and all of the guidebooks were very useful. We'd definitely stay here again if we return to San Francisco and are recommending it to our family and friends. Thank you Doris and Ave!

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Guest: Laura Williams (Oviedo, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/03/07 Review Submitted: 07/03/07

If you have ever vacationed in San Francisco and fantasized about living there, you must stay at this apartment. Every window is a postcard view of some part of the city, but you are in a real neighborhood and a great one at that, so it is much better than staying in a hotel. Just down the hill is North Beach with lots of Italian restaurants, Chinatown is nearby, and so is the Ferry Building so you can stock the wonderful kitchen with all kinds of gourmet goodies. We walked most places, then usually took a cab home at the end of the day - all the cab drivers know the way. The apartment is lovely, even better than the photos, and the owners supplied all the guide books you could ever need. They also have put together a binder of info that I guarantee will cover whatever you are looking for - organic grocery stores, ferry schedules, whatever. There is also a huge walkin closet off the main room that you can put your luggage in after unpacking, so you're not constantly tripping over suitcases. Have a glass of wine on the rooftop deck to celebrate the start of your vacation, walk the local streets to admire the gardens and say hello to the neighbors walking their dogs, look for the green parrot colony in the nearby trees, make yourself at home, and enjoy! I can't wait to go back!!

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Guest: Melinda Head (Placerville, Ca)
Date of Stay: 06/18/07 Review Submitted: 06/18/07

The apartment was WONDERFUL, and Ave went out of his way to supply extra parking. The view was spectacular, the neighborhood very quiet and it was wonderful to be able to walk everywhere and come home to such a beautiful place.

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