Private, luxurious eco-friendly in-law studio near beach and trails. Enjoy relaxing, surfing, fishing, cycling, jogging, and hiking! Free street parking, and transit gets you downtown in 30 minutes. All the amenities of a modern San Francisco hotel for less than 1/2 the cost!!Self-contained, fully-equipped, private in-law, one bedroom studio apartment in the quiet, clean, and safe Sunset district, 2 blocks from Ocean Beach. A half hour drive from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and downtown San Francisco.We live above the studio, but you have private access to it via the garage. The place is equipped as a "smart home" with technologies like an August lock, Ring doorbell, and Sonic FTTH (fiber to the home), with average Wi-Fi download speed well over 100Mbps. Includes luxurious bathroom with modern shower and kitchenette with sink, stove, coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, and refrigerator. Reasonably sound-proofed with extra insulation and QuietRock wallboard, and double-pane windows, it's extra quiet (and contains your noise too).
Great for cyclists, hikers, surfers, couples, business travelers, and adventurous people who want the luxury of a hotel for less than half the cost... (See all our photos for a quick overview.)Location:* only 30 minutes from downtown* under 25 minutes by car from SFO airport* about 1 hour by car from Oakland and San Jose airports* 2 blocks from some of the world's best surfing * 2 blocks from public transport (buses and L-Taraval MUNI train)* L-Taraval train leaves for downtown every 10-15 minutes and gets there in 30 minutes. (Seats always available as it is one of the first stops heading to town. Costs $2.25 per trip.)* 5 blocks from San Francisco Zoo* 10 blocks from Golden Gate Park and many museums and outdoor concerts* 2 blocks to restaurants (Chinese, Thai, greasy spoon diner, bar, and Pizza)* 4 blocks to more restaurants, shops, and grocery store (Coffee shops, bakeries, Mexican, Korean, Chinese, Pizza, etc.)* 8 blocks to Judah St. where there are all of the above, plus Vegan, Vietnamese, Mediterranean, Cajun, Japanese, Indian, and a COOP Grocery Store)* Street parking is free and easy to find within a block (unlike the rest of San Francisco), and you can use our driveway to unpack* Neighborhood is flat (not the steep hills like most of SF)In-Law Details
:* Sustainably built with renewable bamboo floors, energy star appliances, LED lighting on dimmers, FLOR carpeting (renewable, recycled, non-toxic), and no-VOC paint.* Sunny with 3 windows (with top-down bottom-up cellular blinds)* Lots of closet space, drawers, and medicine cabinet (all yours).* Big back yard with garden hose and places to hang your wetsuits, surf boards, and fishing poles* Easy access with no stairs* Extra storage in garage for a bike or two, surf board, extra luggage, etc.Tools and Technology:* Television - Samsung 40-Inch Slim LED HDTV with Internet connection (3D glasses included) * Samsung Crystal Surround AIr Track (surround sound)* BluRay DVD player (Samsung BD-E5900)* Sonic FTTH via Portal WiFi (100+ Mbps average)* Comcast "Digital Starter" cable package (including Comedy Central HD for Daily Show fans)* Heating in main room (Wall-mounted ENVI convection heater is quiet) * Heating in bathroom (Panasonic FV-11VH2)* Hair dryer* Iron and ironing board* Washer and dryer in garage* Beach gear (including 2 boogie
boards)* 3 bicycles (see photos)Kitchenette* 4.4 cubic foot refrigerator (Frigidaire LFPH44M4LM)* Stove (True Induction portable electric with 2 heating surfaces)* Dishes, pots, pans and cooking utensils* Mr. Coffee French Press* Tea kettle* Toaster oven* Juicer* Microwave ovenBed* SULTAN ERFJORD (one of IKEA's finest latex Queen Beds) ** Bed is firmer than most, and we provide 2 optional toppers for those who like softer. ((website hidden) to find reviews of this model..)* Crate& Barrel Bed Frame L: 85 1/2'' W: 62''H: 41 1/2 (headboard)* 2" pure natural non-toxic latex mattress pad (optional)* Memory foam topper (also optional)* Variety of pillows to choose from: organic down, latex, fluffy, flat...* Organic cotton sheets* Comforter and extra blanketsBathroom* Modern, luxurious, eco-responsible (view photos)* Hansgrohe shower and faucets* Heating* Medicine cabinets and storage under sink is all yours* Dual-flush toilet* Towels and linens providedThe studio is 250 sq. feet, bigger than most hotel rooms in SF.
It is designed for 2 adults, but kids are welcome to sleep on floor. We have an air mattress, plus a couple of thermarest mattresses and sleeping bags you can borrow...Access to backyard/garden, and washer/dryer in garage. Bikes and beach gear also available. Some extra storage space available in our garage for your surf boards, suitcases, etc.We're a family of four with two boys (8 and 12), and very sociable and easy-going. The self-contained in-law is on the ground floor connected via our very clean garage, with access to back yard, and we live above the unit with separate entrance. We're happy to share our beach toys, bikes, and extra refrigerator space if you need it. We love the neighborhood and are surrounded by great neighbors. If you open the windows, you can hear the ocean waves. We'll do our best to make your stay better than any Hilton hotel!!We love to interact with our guests from all walks of life and corners of the planet. We can talk your ears off if you are so inclined, but respect your time and privacy too.
;)The Sunset District is San Francisco's best kept secret - a residential neighborhood close to Ocean Beach, between Golden Gate Park (to the North) and Lake Merced and the San Francisco Zoo (to the South). It is clean and one the safest area in the city of SF. We are less than 30 minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown (by car or public transport), in a quieter place, you can hear the ocean waves from our house, where the streets are wider, the backyards bigger, and free parking is easy to find. People who like the outdoors love our place, especially for the world-class surfing, jogging, cycling, and hiking. We're also a popular destination for marathon participants and concert-goers, with events nearby like Bay to Breakers, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival, and Outside Lands. And there are no shortages of great international restaurants and coffee shops here! Check our guidebook for more...We are 2 blocks from the L-Taraval train that gets you downtown in 30 minutes. Below are more details about getting around town.
San Francisco is one of the easiest cities in US to get around without a car...We're on 47th Avenue, in the Outer Sunset District of San Francisco, a 25 minute drive from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and 60 to 90 minutes by public transport (door to door). We generally recommend Lyft or Uber to get to our home from SFO (about $10 to $35 per ride, depending on timing and options chosen). Location: * only 20-30 minutes from downtown * under 25 minutes by car from SFO airport * about 1 hour by car from Oakland and San Jose airports * 2 blocks from some of the world's best surfing * 2 blocks from public transport (buses and L-Taraval MUNI train) * L-Taraval train leaves for downtown every 10-15 minutes and gets there in 30 minutes. Costs $2.25 per trip.) * 5 blocks from San Francisco Zoo * 10 blocks from Golden Gate Park and many museums and outdoor concerts * 2 blocks to restaurants (Chinese, Thai, greasy spoon diner, bar, and Pizza) * 4 blocks to more restaurants, shops, and grocery store (Coffee shops, bakeries, Mexican, Korean, Chinese, Pizza, etc.) * 8 blocks to Judah St. where there are all of the above, plus Vegan
, Vietnamese, Mediterranean, Cajun, Japanese, Indian, and a COOP Grocery Store) * Street parking is free and easy to find within a block (unlike the rest of San Francisco), and you can use our driveway to unpack * Neighborhood is flat (not the steep hills like most of SF)If you want to keep it simple and not worried about time, you can go to Embarcadero Station in San Francisco by BART Train, then transfer to the MUNI L-Taraval train (OUTBOUND). It's about 30 minutes to Embarcadero from SFO, then 30 minutes to our neighborhood, then a 5 minute walk to our house.Taxi from SFO airport (about $50 with 20% tip): Look for taxi signs after picking up luggage at baggage claim. Its about 25 minutes ride to our house.TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES (Car rentals, car sharing, ride sharing, taxis, scooters) Once you book with us, you can access the links to maps and services mentioned... (The Airbnb system blocks site addresses until reservations are confirmed.)Uber - A great app for calling taxis once you are in town.
Download from app stores on your smart phones for free, set up profile with credit card info.Lyft - The P2P Airbnb of taxis, famous for the pink mustaches and friendly drivers. Hitch a ride with another person who has spare seats in their car. Generally cheaper than traditional taxi.ZipCar - Wheels when you want them... Rent a car by the hour and find them nearby with your smart phone.City CarShare - Similar to ZipCar but local SF Bay Area non-profit. GetAround -- ZipCar meets AirBnb. P2P car sharing service. Find a neighbor with a car to rent.Scoot - Speedy, fun, electric scooters for rent. Think ZipCar for scooters.Splinster - P2P bike rentals. We have 3 mountain bikes that we share with our guests for free during your stay.MapMyRide - A tool for fitness fans to map out jogging, hiking, and cycling routes around the area. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION (General Public Transportation Info for San Francisco)If you plan to use public transport extensively, we recommend buying a "Clipper Card" with $20+ dollars credit to get started.