San Francisco apartment rental - Old magnolia trees line the street
Old magnolia trees line the street
 
San Francisco apartment rental - Old magnolia trees line the street

Old magnolia trees line the street

Queen sized bed and fireplace.

Queen sized bed and fireplace.

Large, comfortable queen size bed sleeps two; additional portable bed available

Large, comfortable queen size bed sleeps two; additional portable bed available

Fireplace, writing desk, flat screen HD cable TV and seating area.

Fireplace, writing desk, flat screen HD cable TV and seating area.

This studio features a separate kitchenette and private bathroom and a wardrobe.

This studio features a separate kitchenette and private bathroom and a wardrobe.

Large open areas

Large open areas

Enjoy the jetted tub after a long day of sightseeing.

Enjoy the jetted tub after a long day of sightseeing.

A bright, cozy area to read, relax or watch TV

A bright, cozy area to read, relax or watch TV

Smell jasmine, lavender in the gated courtyard

Smell jasmine, lavender in the gated courtyard

A large wardrobe for hanging clothes

A large wardrobe for hanging clothes

The building is just up the hill from the Castro neighborhood, subway and trains

The building is just up the hill from the Castro neighborhood, subway and trains

Unit located in one of San Fran's historical areas

Unit located in one of San Fran's historical areas

Relax in a clean, large, jetted bathtub shower

Relax in a clean, large, jetted bathtub shower

A clean, well equipped bathroom

A clean, well equipped bathroom

The rental unit is located in a historic Queen Ann Victorian

The rental unit is located in a historic Queen Ann Victorian

  • BedroomsStudio
  • Sleeps3
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 3 nights
 

Photos and Description of the San Francisco vacation apartment rental
Apartment, Studio, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2; additional bed available)

Located in the heart of San Francisco, This unit is located in a perfect setting for exploring the City. Visitors without cars will find a wide range of transportation options: all MUNI train lines are within a couple blocks, including the Historic F line which travels down Market Street to Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, farmer's markets, shopping, museums and more. For travelers wanting to visit Union Street, the Marina and Presidio MUNI bus service is available on the same block; the same bus runs through the Castro and Noe Valley in the other direction. Even traveling to and from the airport is just one train connection away. Rental cars are available from several ZipCar locations within a couple blocks. Car owners will find street parking and a public garage is one block away. The clean (newly painted, new wood flooring) apartment is located in a historic Queen Anne Victorian in the Duboce Triangle neighborhood with a wrought iron gate.

A Comfortable Place in a Great Location: This apartment has its own private entrance. This studio apartment features a comfortable queen size bed, designer sheets, a separate, private bath and separate, kitchenette and a fireplace. An additional twin bed is available for an additional fee. Stroll to nearby outdoor cafes, a French bistro, a wide range of diverse bars and dance clubs, the historic Castro Theater, the historic Mission Dolores and much more.

Amenities: Your hosts will welcome you with fresh linens and towels and freshly ground coffee, and are happy to direct you to all of the wonderful amenities San Francisco has to offer. Your hosts both speak English, and one speaks German (Deutsch), and the other speaks Mandarin and Taiwanese.

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About Laurence Chang

A trained hospitality and restaurant professional, the owner lives in the same building and manages multiple rental units.

Laurence Chang purchased this apartment in 2004
Why Laurence Chang chose San Francisco

This building is located in the very heart of San Francisco, with access to great transportation all over the city and much to do within walking distance. The neighborhood is safe, pedestrian-friendly and public transportation options are abundant.

What makes this apartment unique

This Queen Anne Victorian is located on a street lined by old Magnolia trees. The Castro district, restaurants, shops, parks all surround this location.

64 Reviews of Property 297503 in San Francisco, California

Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
average rating of 4.890625 based on 64 reviews
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
New Jersey
4

Comfortable apartment in a great location

4 of 5
Submitted: May 23, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
We recently stayed at this apartment and were very pleased with our choice. Nick and Laurence were very accommodating. Laurence even raced home to check us in early when we got there well ahead of schedule.

The apartment is a large studio, as described. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom spacious and the kitchenette fully functional. It's a very short distance from the Muni, steps from a major bus line, and within walking distance of lots of great shops and restaurants.

Three caveats, though. 1. The studio is in the basement and can get a little drafty. It didn't bother us, but be aware. 2. It is on a major street and there is lots of foot traffic, especially at night. If you are a light sleeper it may wake you (we barely heard it). 3. The studio is on a hill. If you have problems walking up a sizable incline this may not be the place for you.

That said, we very much enjoyed our stay. If you're looking for a huge, luxury apartment this isn't it. But if you want a clean, comfortable place to call home while you're in San Francisco you cannot go wrong with this choice.
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
5

Loved this cozy space!!

5 of 5
Submitted: May 1, 2012 Stayed: March 2012
My girlfriend and I stayed at 281 Castro street for a mini vacation and had an amazing time! Not only was it close to resturants, bars, public transport, shopping, etc.; so much information was provided for us. What the best resturants are, where to get late night dining, take-out, where the best shopping was, parks to go to, attractions to see and do, what transportation to take, etc. It was very helpful in figuring out where to go and how to get there. The room was a perfect size for two people, with a cute kitchen area supplying all we needed and a nice bathroom with a spa tub, again supplying things like lotion, hairdryer, towels! The bed was so comfortable and everything was very clean. The owners were very helpful and nice. Available for any questions we had. They explained everything we needed to know about the room and answered all of our questions. They made us feel very welcome and safe. You could tell they really wanted us to enjoy our time in San Fran and make it as stress free as possible. Thank you again! We definitely plan on returning and recommending this space to friends and family!
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
4

Great place to stay!

4 of 5
Submitted: April 22, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
Even with our very late evening arrival, Laurence met us with a smile and a key! The studio apartment was very clean and in a great location - easy walking access to restaurants, bars and transportation. Parking was also easy to find along the streets outside. Great place to stay!
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
Seattle
5

Great Castro Studio!!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 7, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
My stay in this studio was perfect. The place was just as described. The owners were more than attentive and helpful. The neighborhood is ideal and parking was plentiful. I would highly recommend this place to anyone traveling in the area. It is definitely on my list of places I will go back to while in the San Fran area.
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
Jackson WY
5

A terrific place!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 1, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
A great little studio in a wonderful part of the city - creative, friendly, and safe. Very clean, owners were attentive (even though we happened to be there when they were gone). Wonderful that they accepted dogs - great dog parks near by. We'll be back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Tourists without a Car, Romantic Getaway
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
London UK
5

Wonderful Stay!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 23, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
Had a wonderful 3 days in San Fran, and felt really at home in this wonderful apartment..
It's small but you actually want for nothing!
Would certainly stay again..
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
5

pet friendly

5 of 5
Submitted: January 1, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
the owners are very welcoming and helpful and accommadate one's schedule. We are looking forward to a future stay.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
Minden, NV
5

Just what we wanted

5 of 5
Submitted: December 1, 2011 Stayed: November 2011
On a three-day long weekend in San Francisco we wanted a place that was clean, well managed, and convenient for walking in the Castro area. Nick and Laurence's rental apartment met all our needs and exceeded our expectations. The owners were extremely customer-friendly, helpful, and responsive. We reported a couple of minor issues, and they took care of them promptly and courteously. Less than two blocks north of Castro and Market, this apartment was ideal for walking around. We parked our car on the street, within sight of the apartment, and never used it once during our stay. Several good restaurants were within a 5-10 minute walk. Nick and Laurence allowed us to bring our dog when our dog sitter had to cancel on us at the last minute, and that was a huge convenience. We would stay in this apartment again whenever we visit San Francisco and recommend it to others. The owners aim to please, and they did!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
Los Angeles
5

Best kept secret!

5 of 5
Submitted: November 20, 2011 Stayed: October 2011
I hate to gush about this place because next time we want it, it will be rented! Haha. This is the BEST location, period, in SF...right on the Castro. Lawrence and Nick make it all so easy to enjoy...helpful if you want them, invisible if you want to be on your own. We drive up from LA with our dog Butchie and she loves, loves, loves the nearby dog park...we find easy free parking, never get back in the car b/c everything is walkable or off of public transport...won't ever stay anywhere else when we come to SF...so PLEASE DON'T RENT IT WHEN WE WANT TO COME!!! (But you're gonna love it when we're not there).
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
Brooklyn
5

Great place in a great location

5 of 5
Submitted: November 4, 2011 Stayed: October 2011
The property was exactly as advertised: half-basement studio apartment on a great block just steps from the heart of the Castro. Lawrence and Nick were great hosts, even telling us about the farmers' market down the hill on Wednesdays. I would absolutely stay here again on my next trip to San Francisco and recommend the property without hesitation.
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1