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Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities

Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities

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Steps through the garden to the Cottage!
Private sunny patio
Private sunny patio
Private sunny patio
Your own private outdoor area to relax!

Overview of Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

San Francisco, CA
  • Popular LocationLombard Street14 min walk
  • Popular LocationKaiser Permanente Medical Center3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPier 394 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities

Located just 5 or so minutes' walk to the Bay and to magnificent views of GG Bridge and Alcatraz, our cottage offers a real San Francisco experience (with luxury!). It nestles behind one of San Francisco's lovely 'painted lady' Victorians. Fully DETACHED, rose-covered, it is surrounded by gardens and was completely renovated by us a few years ago. It is inviting, light and airy and has its own private patio. It is safe and secluded yet just a stone's throw from vibrant, chic, Union Street where San Franciscans come to dine and shop. The best and most desirable neighborhood of San Francisco!

With your own private entrance and intercom with door buzzer from the street directly to the cottage, you can communicate and buzz guests or deliveries in without going outside!

No other lister will treat you as well as we do! When you arrive, you will find the fridge stocked with juice, milk, eggs, cream, yoghurt, sodas and there will be cereal and muffins, tea and coffee, other staples and excellent toiletries, all for you. There will be a lovely bouquet of fresh flowers awaiting you, great linens, robes and many other extras.

Restaurants, cafes and boutiques, banks, beauty salons, buses and taxis one block away. One convenience store 100 yards away, another within 200 yards. Small park across the street and a library in a lovely heritage building 50 yards away.

Everyone who has stayed here has loved it and our guests constantly tell us: 'We wish we had discovered this spot years ago!'

Two lovely bedrooms (one with California King bed, the other with Queen Size Bed and doors onto patio). Perfect for 2 couples, a family with children or a couple looking for a romantic retreat.

Furnished to a high standard. Fully equipped kitchen with dining table, living room with wood burning stove (there is also central heating), tumbled- tiled bathroom with deep soaking tub, small private patio with table, chairs and sun lounger, central heating, DSL wireless, large flat screen TV with Cable, DVD player, CD player, dishwasher, use of washer/drier. Coffee maker, juicer, toaster, microwave, iron, ironing board, baking dishes, pots, pans, alarm clocks, books, CDs, DVDs.

Turn-key ready - this is not the kind of self-catering place where you immediately have to go to the store to buy paper towels, toilet tissue, dish-soap, etc. - all these basics are already waiting for you.

Surroundings : An ideal spot to see all the sights of San Francisco. Union Street (1 minutes' walk) Polk Street (3 minutes' walk), Fillmore Street (5 minutes' walk) and Chestnut Street (7 minutes' walk) are all filled with restaurants of very type from high-end to inexpensive and shops and boutiques of every type. The Marina Green and magnificent beaches/views of Crissy Field are about 8 minutes' drive away or half an hour's walk. WALK SCORE is 97!

By car or taxi Downtown/Union Square/SF Opera/Symphony are about 8 minutes, by direct bus 12- 15 minutes. Fisherman's Wharf is also about 8 minutes' by car/taxi. Buses and taxis are one minute's walk away. Very easy access (5 minutes' drive) to the Golden Gate Bridge for exploring Marin, Napa, the Redwoods and beyond.

Child-friendly amenities: This is a perfect spot for children. It is safe and secure with no-one above or below you. We are also on FLAT street (something of a rarity in San Francisco - try pushing a stroller up some of those hills after a day of sight-seeing!). We have a secure spot for your stroller, etc. You also have a full, fully-equipped kitchen so you can prepare your children's favorite foods or heat a bottle any time you wish.

Patio and garden completely secure so baby or children can be safely out in the fresh air.

Books, DVDs and toys, depending on age. Graco crib available and even babysitting a possibility with notice.

Free use of washer and drier, makes life so much easier when traveling with children.

Property manager

Mark Nelson

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property registration number Long-Term+Only

About the area

San Francisco

This cottage is located in Pacific Heights, a neighbourhood in San Francisco. Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Lombard Street - 14 min walk
  • Ghirardelli Square - 16 min walk
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - 3 min drive
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive
  • Moscone Convention Center - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
  • Hyde St & Green St Stop - 10 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min walk
  • Wildseed - 6 min walk
  • Black Horse London Pub - 6 min walk
  • Flores San Francisco - 6 min walk
  • Blue Fog Market - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Central San Francisco Hidden Gem Luxury Cottage, Superb Location/Amenities located?

Located in Pacific Heights, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Union Street, Pier 39 and Presidio of San Francisco. Kaiser Permanente Medical Center and Moscone Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). Hyde St & Green St Stop is 10 minutes by foot and Hyde St & Vallejo St Stop is 11 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cow hollow
The cottage was just as the pictures showed it. It is in the prefect location and it is very comfortable. The owner was always available if issues came up. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 32 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Irene D., Charlestown, RI

Lovely Cottage - Perfect for our Needs! We absolutely loved our visit!
My husband & I took our first trip to San Francisco last Fall (2015) to visit our son and do some sightseeing. We found this gem on VRBO, read the fantastic reviews and thought it sounded perfect for us. Daryl was great to work with and the personal amenities that were provided were above & beyond our expectations! Daryl & her husband have created this gem of a cottage in a beautiful neighborhood behind their home. They thought of all the details to make us feel so welcome and at home, from the fresh flowers in every room to the Starbucks coffee (which really sold us), fresh fruit, jam, muffins, cookies, cream, juice, cereal, milk, etc.! Since we didn't rent a car, we Uber'd for our first time and that worked out quite well. We felt like Uber experts by the end of our trip! We didn't cook during our 10 night stay, but certainly could have in the beautiful, stocked kitchen with state of the art appliances. We especially loved the private patio behind our cottage, which was perfect for unwinding with a glass (or 2) of wine after a fun-filled day of touring the city and taking wonderful excursions to Sonoma, Muir Woods, Alcatraz, or North Beach Food Tour! My son's job had recently required him to move to LA, but his company allowed him to work remotely & Daryl graciously accommodated him to stay with us in the 2-bedroom cottage for part of that time for a reasonable fee. This was a dream vacation for us, and I didn't want to leave! We feel so blessed to have stumbled on this wonderful place & would definitely stay again when we return!!! My husband, son, & I really appreciated Daryl and her husband's hospitality and cannot wait to plan another trip! I would wholeheartedly recommend this luxury cottage if you are planning a trip to this beautiful city of San Francisco! Thank you, thank you Daryl & Mark for all you did!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Felix L.

Perfect Place
Our stay at this cottage was fantastic. Booking was easy and our host, Daryl, was wonderful to deal with. Before we arrived, we asked Daryl for some restaurant recommendations. She promptly send us an email with a detailed list of some of her favorite restaurants throughout the city, as well as a list of coffee shops and convenience stores in the neighborhood. When we arrived, Daryl warmly greeted us and helped us throughout our stay. She even helped us with our transportation to the airport when we left. Daryl and her husband Mark were very friendly and it was a pleasure speaking with them and getting to know them. The cottage had fresh flowers, was beautifully decorated, and was stocked with all of the essentials for breakfast, including Starbucks coffee, cream, milk, orange juice, fresh fruit, English muffins, jam, butter, cereal, yogurt, and eggs. The cottage is very private and we felt like we were at home. The yard and surrounding gardens were picture perfect and we loved the private deck in the back of the cottage. The location was wonderful - close to great shopping and great restaurants, and fairly easy to get to other places in the city either by walking, car, or public transportation. We had a car for part of our stay, which we were allowed to park in Daryl's driveway for a small (and very reasonable) fee. And our youngest son loved playing with their cat, Sasha! We will definitely stay here again if we have the opportunity. We highly recommend staying here.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jutta B.

Bestlage in San Francisco
Liebe Daryl, lieber Mark, für meine Söhne und für mich war es ein ganz besonders schöner Start unserer Kalifornien-Rundreise. Wir haben uns in Eurem schönen Cottage direkt sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Lage ist einfach perfekt. Im Haus war alles genau so, wie auf den Bildern zu sehen. Der Kühlschrank war gefült. Wir wären am liebsten noch länger als 5 Tage geblieben. Wir können das Cottage nur weiterempfehlen. Herzlichen Dank! Eure Jutta und Chris und Andi
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie P.

Un trésor caché au coeur de San Francisco
Magnifique cottage, très bien agencé, très bien équipé (mention spéciale pour la literie) et au calme absolu ce qui est fort appréciable après des journées passées dans les rues de San Francisco. Il est situé dans un des plus beaux quartiers. Accueil parfait : fleurs, tout ce qu'il faut pour parer au premier petit déjeuner avec des produits de grande qualité (bio), nécessaire de toilette fourni (gel douche, shampoing), fourni également les doses pour le lave-vaisselle et la lessive. Ça semble bête de le préciser mais n'ayant toujours réserver des appartements ou maisons qu'en France, nous n'avons jamais eu ce genre de prestations et cela est vraiment appréciable. Nous terminerons par souligner la gentillesse de Daryl qui a tout fait pour rendre notre séjour inoubliable. C'est sans hésiter que nous retournerons à cet endroit pour notre prochain séjour à San Francisco.

About the host

Hosted by Mark Nelson

Host profile image
I'm an architect and have lived in San Francisco since 1979. I've raised my family here in the city.

Why they chose this property

My late wife and I purchased this home, a "Victorian" built about 1896, which is located in one of the best neighborhoods in San Francisco. The main home includes a beautiful Cottage at the rear of the property, added in 1914. We fully renovated the Cottage in 2004 for our guests to stay when visiting.

What makes this property unique

This is an extremely private and secure, detached, Cottage that is very unique to this area.
It's the only one like it in our neighborhood! Located in the center of our block it is surrounded by lush landscaping, has windows on all four sides of Cottage, and very quiet.
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