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Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF

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Spa looking toward Liberty hill
Downstairs Lounge
Dining
Open floor plan throughout home
Chef’s Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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SF, CA
  • Place, Castro Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, UCSF Medical Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF

Relaxing single-family home within walking distance to everything you could desire: michelin star restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, grocery stores, farmer's markets, parks, museums, and public transit. The mid-century modern designed home is spacious and full of natural light, has a gourmet kitchen and a landscaped backyard that welcomes indoor/outdoor living.

This centrally-located urban oasis is a luxurious retreat after a full day of exploration and/or business meetings in the city.

This spacious, high-ceiling, remodeled home is in the heart of the city. The main floor includes the bedroom (queen bed) and bathroom, a living and dining room, as well as a chef's kitchen with access to the backyard. Upstairs includes a living room with a panoramic view, many books and a large flat-screen TV for evenings when you prefer to stay home.

The bedroom has a queen bed, a tempurpedic mattress, Coyuchi organic cotton sheets, many down and termpurpedic pillows, and a down comforter. The bathroom has excellent water pressure and volume in the shower and tub, and soft Coyuchi organic cotton towels in which to wrap your body.

The fully stocked gourmet kitchen has a chef range, espresso machine, and a dishwasher.

In the backyard, surrounded in jasmine and with a view of the city and bay, is an outdoor shower with warm water flowing from a large rain shower-head.

Please note, for security purposes (for your safety and the protection of the home), there is a camera in the entry that captures motion inside and outside of the front door. Privacy is valued and respected.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please handwash all knives, wood utensils, and wood cutting boards
Please return all household items that you used during your stay (i.e. picnic supplies, books, etc)
Please inform the owner if anything broke and/or needs fixing. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No animals are allowed. The owner is highly allergic to animals.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-0001729

About the area

San Francisco

Castro District, a neighbourhood in San Francisco, is home to this holiday home. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Walt Disney Family Museum 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.
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What's nearby

  • Castro Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Twin Peaks - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Golden Gate Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission Dolores Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • UCSF Medical Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 5 min drive
  • Castro Station - 8 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Edge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Badlands - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪440 Castro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Twin Peaks Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Toad Hall - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF?

As of 22 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF on 31 May 2026 start from AU$1,026, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Home with Sweeping Views, Chef's Kitchen and Hot Tub in Center of SF located?

Located in Castro District, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Castro Street, Golden Gate Park and University of San Francisco. Moscone Convention Center and Presidio of San Francisco are also within 3 miles (5 km). Castro Station is 8 minutes by foot and 17th St & Castro St Stop is 9 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous SF Stay!

We enjoyed a week in this beautiful home! Full of art and amazing views. So thankful for a place to return to again in San Fran.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place in a Great Location

Enjoyed our stay here. Having lived in San Francisco for 20 years this is a wonderful location near terrific restaurants, shops, etc… The house was very comfortable and my communication with the owner was exceptional! Thank You!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jae Sung S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Lovely stay, great space! Could use a space heater but I was warned by the property manager to bring warm clothes/slippers so that’s my fault. Perfect location, close to downtown but not too close. Near great restaurants so all around great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Terrible post-trip communication

We booked this for my parents. The house was nice enough. Unfortunately, the la
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location and Stay

My wife and I stayed for a week at Rachel’shouse in San Francisco. The property was perfect for us and Rachel is a wonderful host.First, the house is in a great location; just up the hill from several really nice neighborhoods with great restaurants and stores. Yet, the house is on a very quiet, residential street.We appreciated the well stocked chef’s kitchen ( we enjoy cooking) and the beautiful view of San Francisco from the upstairs loft. Plus, the bed is very comfy!Rachel made sure we had everything we needed and her house was a perfect pied a terre for visiting San Francisco.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens G R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

Actually the kitchen is better set up than ours at home! Great location. Quiet spot. Street parking. A view. And a patio sanctuary. Lightning fast responses from Rachel. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaSandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect!

This is a property you need to see in person to truly appreciate. If the online pictures draw you in, you will be blown away when you arrive. Best of all, you have the place all to yourself which is not the norm in this area. Comfy open gathering area when you walk in with access to Sonos sound system so you can listen to all kinds of music. Super comfortable bed in blissfully quiet neighborhood so you are guaranteed to get a quality night's sleep. The view of the city from upstairs loft area is absolutely beautiful. To truly level up the experience though, you have to hop in the hot tub on the back porch area. You will feel like you have been transported to another place! It was so relaxing to just sit with a cocktail in hand and enjoy the view. You will find EVERYTHING you need within a mile from the house (food, drinks, transportation, grocery store, etc.). Just be prepared for a heck of a hike back up when you are ready to return. SF is known for the hills, and the sacrifice you make for the amazing views comes into play here, so make sure you have good walking shoes and your cardio game is strong! The host Rachel is super friendly and was very, very responsive to any inquiries we had throughout our stay. This was everything we were looking for and more. We felt so comfortable it was like home away from home and we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded piece of heaven

We stayed for two weeks and thoroughly enjoyed our little sanctuary in SF! The check in process was easy and communication from the host was super. Her response time and willingness to answer ANY questions truly made us feel as if we weren’t bothering her; she genuinely seemed pleased to be available and make us as comfortable as we could. Her welcome binder was thorough and had a lot of ideas on food, restaurants and things to do in SF. The house is spacious and open plan with plenty of natural light. Having the tv room upstairs was a treat with city views and watching the SF July fog roll in. It is very quiet, so sleeping undisturbed was easy. I found the bed very comfortable. Great location for getting to the east bay, south bay or Marin and further afield (Sonoma, Napa, Muir Woods, etc). Two major highlights of the property is the kitchen and the shower. The shower room is filled with natural light and to see the living succulent and greenery wall while showering is a great way to start your day or end it. The kitchen is a home chefs dream. All open plan with no cupboard doors to open to find things, it really felt as if they kitchen was made for those who truly enjoy cooking. All the crockery is eclectic and adds to the joy of creating. The gas range is great; and we used the kitchen at least once a day every day. Making dinner with the great sound system on, with a glass in wine in hand was a great end to a busy day. We will be back-thx
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Experience!

This place is truly a gem! Perfect for a couple who wants to stay in SF, beautiful views, outdoor terrace, large kitchen, upstairs sitting area, all great! The location is also great, on a quiet street but within walking distance to shops, coffee, restaurants, etc. The host, Rachel, is extremely accommodating and responsive and is ready to address any question or issue you have. My husband and I throughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Beautiful home in fantastic location!

This home is truly stunning. The views from the upstairs and backyard are really incredible - I didn't want to leave! Thank you, Rachel for a lovely and comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Absolutely Gorgeous Home

This house is stunning. The listing was very accurate in photos, description, etc. The property was perfectly clean and ready upon arrival, which was before the offical check-in time. The cost is more than we typically spend on lodging for trips but it was well worth it to be able to come back to this gorgeous home. Thankfully the kitty (Zu) warmed up to us after about a day and he was super easy to take care of. Rachel was very prompt and kind in correspondance. Definitely spend the money on the hot tub fee - it was amazing. The outdoor shower... I just can't say enough good things. We loved it. We were in town for Outside Lands but decided to leave the festival early the last night to enjoy more time at the house! We went to a nice Italian dinner at Bacco in Noe Valley and had delicious brunches in Lower Haight and the Castro every morning. The only thing that was a bit disappointing was that we were visiting a friend who lives in the city and due to the house rules, he was unable to visit with us at the home during the stay, though I do understand why the rules are the way they are. Regardless, I would 100% stay in this house again if I ever have the opportunity. Thank you Rachel!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Amazing

Very beautiful home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zayne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Taylor

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Like you, my husband (Jess) and I (Rachel) enjoy traveling in cities and in natural environments, and creating time to connect with family, friends, and new people along the journey.

We believe that there are experiences in life that are too good to not be shared: a good meal, a sacred space, a home in which to relax. In that spirit, we open our unique homes and their offerings for you to enjoy.

When traveling, at times we find that our only interaction with locals are with the people whoses homes we are staying and at the restaurants we are eating. These ambassordors of place enhance the travel experience. With that in mind, we strive to be ambassadors for you of the places we know and love: San Francisco and the Point Reyes National Seashore.

Bay Area natives, we live in San Francisco and worked as environmental, public art, and tech professionals. We have been playing in SF urban parks and Point Reyes National Seashore since childhood. Jess is a potter (his studio is on the property in Inverness) and has created all of the pottery in our homes.

When we are not in California, we can be found studying and exploring ancient sites and cultures in Greece and Italy.

We love to learn from and share discoveries with others and look forward to sharing a place we love with you.

Rachel & Jess

Why they chose this property

Located in Corona Heights, on a hill between the Castro and Cole Valley, the home and backyard offer scenic views.

Corona Heights is in the very heart of the city. Many of the city’s “must experience” neighborhoods and parks are within walking distance of the home, including the Castro, Mission District, Cole Valley, Haight-Ashbury, as well as Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, and Dolores Park.

There is so much going on every day and night of the week if you want within a few blocks from our home. And you return to a romantic home to relax and enjoy in sunny Corona Heights, with a private garden and views of the city and bay.

What makes this property unique

Guests will have access to the 2-story home, backyard and free parking in front of the home. You will have access to room except our personal office and garage.

To give you as much insider guidance as possible, we created a guide that highlights our favorite restaurants, cafes, parks, bars, markets, as well as a guide to help you navigate the art scene (broken down by districts). In addition, as an avid urban hikers, we created a guide of our favorite urban hikes which will introduce you to many of the city's treasurers. This guide is exclusively available to guests upon their arrival. Lots of insider knowledge to ensure you get the most from your visit to the city. A print version of this guide is waiting for you in the home.

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