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.

66 Reviews of Property 297503 in San Francisco, California

Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
average rating of 4.8939395 based on 66 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
Dover, NH
5

My Stay in the Castro Studio

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Aug 1, 2011
  • Stayed: Jul 2011
The Castro studio is a wonderful place to stay while visiting the Bay area. The studio is beautiful, clean, and just a couple blocks from many good restaurants, markets, stores, and the muni. The studio owners were lovely people and helpful in answering any questions. I highly recommend staying at this property in Castro to anyone who is visiting the Bay area. We loved staying here!
Recommended for:  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
Dover, NH
5

My Stay in the Castro Studio

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Aug 1, 2011
  • Stayed: Jul 2011
The Castro studio is a wonderful place to stay while visiting the Bay area. The studio is beautiful, clean, and just a couple blocks from many good restaurants, markets, stores, and the muni. The studio owners were lovely people and helpful in answering any questions. I highly recommend staying at this property in Castro to anyone who is visiting the Bay area. We loved staying here!
Recommended for:  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
5

Great place to stay close to transportation

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 13, 2011
  • Stayed: Jul 2011
My wife and two young children(5 and 6) stayed at this property the week of July 4th. We were very pleased with the entire experience.

Our hosts were wonderful and very helpful offering a lot of tips and suggestions and answering any questions we had.

The apartment was very clean and having a fridge was great for us as we could keep drinks and snacks in it for the kids.

This apartment could not have been in a better location. We drove up and were able to park very close to the apartment(with a permit the renters acquired for us). Most of the time we took public transportation and this location has access to the bus, the historic F line street car and the metro(with 4 of the 6 metro lines) all within one block. If you don't have a car Zip car can be rented one block away as well. This is very convenient if you want to visit Muir Woods or other sites in the area.

Places to eat are also very close and there is a nice variety. One place we found and loved was Bi-Rite Creamery which ranks among the best ice cream I have had.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, 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
Greensboro NC
5

wonderful stay!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 23, 2011
  • Stayed: Jun 2011
We loved staying here! Traveled with a girl friend. Castro was the perfect place to get around from. Nick and Laurence were extremely hospitable. They gave us complete privacy though- we only saw them at check in/out, and when we needed something. Nick's help was very thorough. We really appreciated it! Also, he was always quick to respond.

The apt is very charming, cozy and clean. It's in the bottom floor- so by day 5 our clothes were a little musty. I think they're working on that (dehumidifier, etc) though.

This was my 1st trip to San Fran. Very colorful city. The people are friendly- esp in Castro. For 2 women, Castro felt very safe.
I really valued staying at this apartment thanks to the service, location, price, and atmosphere!
Recommended for:  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
Santa Monica, CA
5

Perfect Size and Great Value

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jun 15, 2011
  • Stayed: Oct 2010
My husband and I (and our cat) stayed in this lovely apartment for a vacation/business conference. It is located in the perfect location, very central and close to transportation, restaurants and shopping. The apartment has a great little kitchen - with just the right amenities for making coffee and a quick breakfast or preparing sandwiches, etc.

I know San Francisco quite well and have stayed in many hotels and bed and breakfasts in all parts of the city. I particularly love the Duboce Triangle area because of its central location. The Castro is right down the street, Haight and Lower Haight are a nice walk just up and over the hill, and you are in super close to many options for public transportation.

Besides the great location, the size and amenities of the apartment were perfect for us. The kitchenette was just the right size, the bed was comfy, and there was a nice sitting and dining area. Also, everything was immaculately clean, something we really appreciated.

We will absolutely book this rental for our next stay in San Francisco and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to our friends. Thanks Nick and Laurence!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
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
Manchester
5

Lovely apartment

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: May 18, 2011
  • Stayed: May 2011
We had a lovely stay. It's a really charming apartment in a traditional SF house and the living space was roomy with all the amenities we could want. The ground coffee was a really nice touch. I was attending a conference downtown and found the transport links excellent - the metro is a block away,as is the F tram and everything is on your doorstep.It made the usually stressful experience of being at a conference seem like a holiday - it was a joy to go back to the peaceful apartment at the end of the day. Nick and Laurence (the owners) were really friendly and approachable - just want you need after travelling halfway across the world! From booking to checking out, they were really great.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, 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
Warwick, England
5

Beautiful apartment in an amazing city! Highly recommended!

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 30, 2011
  • Stayed: Apr 2011
My wife and I stayed in this apartment for our honeymoon for 10 days and had a lovely time. The apartment is conveniently located close to shops and restaurants (we enjoyed Squat and Gobble just down the street), and also very close to transport links like the F line and MUNI station. The Castro area is a good base to explore the city from, whilst being a little off the usual tourist track. The apartment itself is very well-appointed, clean and comfortable - we particularly appreciated having a fridge and cooking facilities, and best of all wireless internet which was easy to use. Nick and Laurence were exceptionally helpful and attentive hosts, helping us with restaurant recommendations and directions whilst we were there. They also kindly stored our bags for us on our last day so that we could continue to explore the city before leaving for the airport. We would definitely stay here again and will be recommending the apartment to our friends and family :)
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Castro Area Studio in San Francisco Victorian, Great Location
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p297503
+1 415 8120054
San Francisco The Bay Area
Australia
4

Enjoyed our stay

  • 4 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 24, 2011
  • Stayed: Mar 2011
Nick was a great host, he gave a good balance of being available to give information about local activities without being in our face all the time. Location was great and the apartment was comfy for two adults and a baby. The only negative was that the people in the apartment behind us were pretty noisy. I would stay here again and I would recommend to friends/family
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Lisa - We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and would stay here again and would recommend this to friends/family. While most of our visitors are courteous and quiet, we were disappointed to learn from your review after you left that you experienced a noisey neighbor and we would certainly have wanted the opportunity to address the situation while you were here. We strive to make our visitors' stays as comfortable and enjoyable as possible and are available to offer assistance (whether restaurant recommendations, directions etc, or other help), while also trying not to be intrusive and respectful of our visitors' privacy. Thank you for your review and feedback.
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
Boston
5

Helpful owners, wonderful apartment and location

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 12, 2011
  • Stayed: Apr 2011
We stayed for a couple of days at the start of April. Coming from Boston, where it had still been snowing a week earlier, the whole Castro area was an amazing relief. The apartment was small but well-formed and had a surprising amount of natural light for the location. Nick and Laurence were unfailingly helpful, from a list of recommended restaurants in the area to looking after our bag the afternoon we checked out. We had a wonderful time and wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, 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
Atlanta, GA
5

Great central location

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 22, 2011
  • Stayed: Mar 2011
We have to say this is a very nice studio to come back to at the end of a long day of exploring San Francisco and the N. California coast. We liked the fact that the F line streetcars, restaurants and shops were only a block or two away. We actually did a few hikes from the apartment to the Castro, Haight Ashbury, and Golden Gate Park since none of these areas were very far away. We found good Italian restaurant(Sausage Factory) down the street and Castro Coffee is great little place to get a cup of joe and bagel before a day out on the town. Our hosts were very gracious and provided us with everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway