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Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores!

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Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41194.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San Francisco, CA
  • Place, City College of San Francisco
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, John McLaren Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mt. Davidson Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores!

Welcome to your sunny and peaceful escape in San Francisco! This 1920s home is brimming with original details—like the hardwood floors, built-in buffet, and the whimsical “gossip nook”—that lend a charming vintage vibe. You’ll have the entire second floor (approximately 1,200 square feet) all to yourself, complete with a private entrance.

What Makes This Place Special
• Free Parking: Rare in SF! Easily park on the premises or right out front, so you can come and go without the usual city hassle.
• No Chores: Just relax and enjoy your stay—no last-minute tasks.
• Bright, Airy Living Space: South-facing windows and classic light wells fill each room with natural sunshine.
• Historic Charm with Modern Comforts: Original craftsman-style fireplace tile, built-in dining room buffet, and cozy seating areas blend vintage style with everyday functionality.

Layout & Sleeping Arrangements
• Two Bedrooms: Each with comfortable beds and ample storage, perfect for up to four guests.
• One Bathroom: Clean, stocked with toiletries, and carefully maintained.

Convenient Location
• Balboa Park BART Station: Just a 10-minute walk away, giving you easy access to Downtown SF and beyond.
• Muni Train & Bus Lines: Reach the J-Church Muni in 3 minutes, plus the 49 and 29 bus routes—explore the city without a car if you like.
• Quiet Neighborhood: Tucked away in a calm, residential area, yet still close to local hotspots and public transit.

Additional Amenities
• Fully Equipped Kitchen: Prepare meals easily with modern appliances, cookware, and utensils.
• High-Speed WiFi: Stay connected or work remotely with ease.
• TV + Streaming: Kick back for a movie night or binge your favorite shows.
• Private Entrance: Enjoy complete privacy during your stay.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
If you used any of the provided sweatshirts, please leave them in the hamper.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours: 9pm to 9am every day.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR-3003403

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Outer Mission, a neighborhood in San Francisco, is home to this vacation home. Golden Gate Bridge and Palace Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Golden Gate Park and Ocean Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center.
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What's nearby

  • City College of San Francisco - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cayuga Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • John McLaren Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Mt. Davidson Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • San Bruno Mountain State Park - 6 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Ave & Santa Ynez Ave Stop - 3 min walk
  • Bayshore Station - 7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taquerias El Farolito - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pacitas Salvadorean Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Machu Picchu Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Turo Cafe and Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Guadalajara - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores!?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores! on May 17, 2026 start from $335, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny 1920s Gem – Free Parking, No Chores! located?

This family-friendly San Francisco vacation home is located in Outer Mission, within 3 mi (5 km) of City College of San Francisco, Castro Street, and San Francisco State University. Cow Palace and Twin Peaks are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Ave & Santa Ynez Ave Stop and San Jose Ave & Ocean Ave Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay. Almost felt like home. Beautiful artwork a lot of thought went into the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barry is a fantastic host. This place is so charming. The location was perfect for all the places we wanted to go around town. Knowing we always have a parking spot was such a plus for us. The “no chores” feature was incredibly nice after staying at so many places with a long list of rigid expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved it, would happily go back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable property in a convenient location. House was clean and well-fursished. Host was helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shamez K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. The home is very comfortable, well furnished, and extremely clean and well maintained. The neighborhood is excellent (a new one for us in SF) with easy access to downtown, and a real neighborhood feel, good restaurants and take out options. Barry is a great host, very responsive and clear in his communications and helpful with local suggestions, etc. Definitely a 5 out of 5 stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used the Sunny 1920s Gem as a base for visiting San Francisco and Muir Woods. The host has meticulously appointed the house with many thoughtful details. It was very clean, comfortable, and spacious. The location is convenient for public transportation, and the off-street parking was a plus. The neighborhood is nice and we felt safe at all times. Definitely recommend you consider this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful stay in comfortable sanctuary

we stayed in this cozy yet spacious home for ten days. it was the perfect place from which to do all the things we needed while in San Francisco. Barry is a thoughtful, communicative host and his home is well-appointed with everything we needed. i’d stay here again for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mira S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing stay, we loved it. Barry was great and very accommodating. We were surprised to find our that it didn't have washer/dryer (totally me not checking the listing) and Barry gave a list of services that can help the laundry, so the workaround was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family stay

This home was a great spot for our family of four — two adults and two teens. We did some college tours and explored the city. I loved that it had parking and was close to the highway and the airport and allowed us easy access to the rest of the city. The owner was super responsive with communication and I love that coffee was available and the home has a kitchen with everything you need. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful space

This house is beautiful big and clean and coordinating w Barry was easy. Thank you for making this a beautiful stay for my family visiting from NYC
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so nice to have parking available. The last thing I wanted to deal with after a busy day was to try to find parking! What I loved most though was the coffee that was measured out for one pot to use each day. It saved me from buying a pound of coffee from the grocery store. Barry's place was comfortable and inviting and perfect for myself and two teenagers.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific stay - again.

We've stayed at Barry's place 3-4 times now, and we appreciate it even more after settling in several times. Clean, spacious, great neighborhood, easy access to markets, on and on. Love his coffee! Is it any surprise - we're going back again in a couple of months!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reggie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience in SF.

We had an Outstanding time!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Place

Great house for family of 4. Property was as described and the property manger was helpful and communicative. We would stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful property in quiet neighborhood. Host was incredibly attentive and helpful throughout our stay. Property is conveniently located off major freeways and public transportation making it very convenient to get around San Francisco. Definitely more comfortable and cost-efficient than staying at a hotel—free, on-site parking is a real bonus. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

The property was perfect for our family. The living room had a wonderful arrangement, and the couch is indeed perfect for afternoon naps. The host went to great care to setup everything we could need; from measured out coffee to a wonderful booklet about the property and the area. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place!

This place was so nice and comfortable! It had everything we needed and Barry even had special ground coffee for each day we stayed. Having a place to park our car was great as we took public transportation to see all we wanted to see. I would highly recommend this place. The neighborhood was quite at night and the street was very family friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home!

Great home and host. My teen son even got to shoot hoops at the walkable basketball court
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Matz and C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A terrific home

This home is gorgeous and classic, very thoghtfully equipped. Barry is gracious and always available. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Em L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy and comfortable!

This house is in a great neighborhood. Can walk to Mission. Also, easy to call for an Uber or Waymo. A parking spot is included. The flat was clean, full of light, and in a safe area. Loved having a bidet. Barry was responsive, warm, and even left some goodies. The house is well maintained and it was easy to feel at home. We felt comfortable, and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, Charming, Comfortable and Clean

This was an incredible find! The property was spotless and in fantastic condition. The neighborhood was quiet and safe. And within walking distance of grocery markets, cafes, public transit and parks. We felt perfectly safe walking around. Our host communicated clear check-in and check-out instructions. And made sure we were accommodated during our trip. He provided toiletries, coffee and all kitchen accessories we could ever need. This is such a beautiful property, we couldn’t have been happier with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A winner!

We had a wonderful visit. Barry, the host, is so helpful, well-organized,and responsive. He’s the best host I have had. Casa de Marlo is very comfortable and has all the things one needs. If you’re visiting San Francisco, I would highly recommend this lovely, charming townhouse.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable, and convenient

Barry provided clear instructions and a pleasant environment for our stay. The apartment is clean and spacious, and it was easy to access all points of interest in San Francisco and beyond. We slept well thanks to the comfortable beds and the quiet neighborhood. During a short power outage, Barry proactively made sure we had lights, a charging station, and extra blankets. Highly recommended for families.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, comfortable and clean

We had a quiet Thanksgiving weekend in this lovely, well appointed, older home in what seems to be a genuine working class SF neighborhood. We didn't need a car, and were fine using Uber and also walking to the nearby BART station. There are a lot of tasty cheap eateries nearby including a few good tacquerias, and a pupuseria.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in SF !!!!!

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely, very comfortable, exceptionally clean home. It was a great location, very large, safe, clean, and charming, and Barry was a wonderful host. He left delicious pre measured coffee for every morning, chocolates, helpful instructions, and many other amenities to make our stay perfect. Barry was truly committed to making our time in his home a great experience. Perks were driveway parking, and the coolest toilet with heated seat and bidet! Thank you Barry! Hope to stay again one day!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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