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West Portal Studio, Ocean View and Convenient!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroomSleeps 2350 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
West Portal Studio, Ocean View and Convenient!
NO HIDDEN FEES for this high-end, sunny and comfortable bedroom that sleeps two people, with private bath and kitchenette (full size fridge, microwave, toaster oven, two electric burners perfect for boiling), an electric kettle, toaster, blender, and coffee pot), all thoughtfully laid out within 350 square feet. Peet's coffee, Ghiradelli cocoa, Bigelow teas, and flavored carbonated waters all included.
Enter through our very clean garage and then see the ocean (and spectacular sunset colors) in the distance from the expansive windows. Free wifi, TV with multiple channels. AMPLE STREET PARKING right outside (weeknights and weekends) or just a block away (weekdays).
We recently updated our backyard landscaping with a sunny artisanal stone seating area, water feature, loads of flowers and greenery, with gas BBQ - bring your grillables and help yourself! And we just opened a FITNESS CENTER in the cottage above the garden!
SUSTAINABILITY: Being in California we try to conserve water but if you're staying five nights or more, use our energy-efficient, greywater-producing washing machine, and dryer - no charge. Our washing machine waters our front yard! Electricity is courtesy of our solar panels. We have a low-flush toilet in the studio.
A seven-minute picturesque stroll to quaint but active West Portal with multiple eateries and eclectic shopping, with MUNI train lines for a 4-minute ride to the Castro, 11 minute ride to Powell (downtown SF). Or transfer after 6 minutes at Civic Center for BART for regional destinations, e.g. San Francisco Airport, 29 minutes. A cab from the airport costs about $60. We're about 2 miles from the UCSF Parnassus campus.
West Portal features numerous opportunities to hike through off-the-beaten-path, non-touristy neighborhoods in Forest Hill, Saint Francis Wood, and also Mount Davidson for stellar views of the entire bay. Easy ride (or 45-minute walk) to the San Francisco Zoo and the Pacific Ocean.
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Registered Short-Term Residential Rental Certificate #2021-003550STR.
Possession of a San Francisco Short-Term Rental Registration Certificate certifies that the registration certificate holder has agreed to comply with the terms of the San Francisco Short-Term Rental Ordinance (San Francisco Administrative Code Section 41A). This ordinance does not require an inspection of the unit by the City for potential Building, Housing, Fire, or other Code violations, though we obtained and passed many of these inspections.
Enter through our very clean garage and then see the ocean (and spectacular sunset colors) in the distance from the expansive windows. Free wifi, TV with multiple channels. AMPLE STREET PARKING right outside (weeknights and weekends) or just a block away (weekdays).
We recently updated our backyard landscaping with a sunny artisanal stone seating area, water feature, loads of flowers and greenery, with gas BBQ - bring your grillables and help yourself! And we just opened a FITNESS CENTER in the cottage above the garden!
SUSTAINABILITY: Being in California we try to conserve water but if you're staying five nights or more, use our energy-efficient, greywater-producing washing machine, and dryer - no charge. Our washing machine waters our front yard! Electricity is courtesy of our solar panels. We have a low-flush toilet in the studio.
A seven-minute picturesque stroll to quaint but active West Portal with multiple eateries and eclectic shopping, with MUNI train lines for a 4-minute ride to the Castro, 11 minute ride to Powell (downtown SF). Or transfer after 6 minutes at Civic Center for BART for regional destinations, e.g. San Francisco Airport, 29 minutes. A cab from the airport costs about $60. We're about 2 miles from the UCSF Parnassus campus.
West Portal features numerous opportunities to hike through off-the-beaten-path, non-touristy neighborhoods in Forest Hill, Saint Francis Wood, and also Mount Davidson for stellar views of the entire bay. Easy ride (or 45-minute walk) to the San Francisco Zoo and the Pacific Ocean.
***
Registered Short-Term Residential Rental Certificate #2021-003550STR.
Possession of a San Francisco Short-Term Rental Registration Certificate certifies that the registration certificate holder has agreed to comply with the terms of the San Francisco Short-Term Rental Ordinance (San Francisco Administrative Code Section 41A). This ordinance does not require an inspection of the unit by the City for potential Building, Housing, Fire, or other Code violations, though we obtained and passed many of these inspections.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR-0004753
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About the neighborhood
San Francisco
West of Twin Peaks, a neighborhood in San Francisco, is home to this apartment. Walt Disney Family Museum and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Golden Gate Bridge and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

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What's nearby
- Mt. Davidson Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Laguna Honda Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Twin Peaks - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- San Francisco State University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- UCSF Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Little Original Joe's - 14 min walk
- Starbucks - 9 min walk
- Elena’s Mexican Restaurant - 11 min walk
- Khrp Tiew - 6 min walk
- Noe Valley Bakery - 7 min walk
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jan 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Carol K.
Dec 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carol K.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth C.
Nov 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol K.
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carol K.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
William G.
Sep 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
William G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott W.
Aug 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamaica F.
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Keith M.
Oct 22, 2025
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Keith M.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeri G.
Aug 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Jeri G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Spencer K.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Spencer K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
carolyn b.
Sep 16, 2025
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carolyn b.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
May 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cool property, super host
Chris S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maureen M.
Mar 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect neighborhood for food, fun, and walking
Maureen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol K.
Apr 7, 2025
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Leigh H.
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
lori w.
Dec 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
lori w.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joan N.
Mar 5, 2019
Perfect for us. Close to family.
Joan N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Brian O.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend
Brian O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
John
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle D.
May 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & happening




Danielle D.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina L.
Mar 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Gina L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca D.
Aug 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Rebecca D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth C.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and quiet stay
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam C.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Sam C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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Curtis T.
Feb 27, 2023
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About the host
Hosted by Stuart
We're a married couple with 33 years of combined experience living in the bay area. He speaks English and conversational French and Spanish. She speaks English and Mandarin.
Why they chose this property
We like this house a lot because it's in a quiet and beautiful but very convenient part of San Francisco with public transportation to most places, and convenient driving as well to almost everywhere in San Francisco, to Marin via the Golden Gate Bridge, the East Bay (Berkeley, Oakland and beyond), and down the peninsula to Stanford and San Jose.
What makes this property unique
Our newly updated, landscaped garden is the best treat of all. Bask in the midday sun in the glory of nature, or refresh yourself in the evening fog while gazing up at Edgehill Mountain Open Space right behind our home.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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