Quiet Garden Apt., geographic center of The City

Fantastic stay and location to USF. Howard is an amazing host that takes great pride in his property. Great communication. Bed is super comfortable and accurate postings.

Lots of shops for eating nearby. Safe neighborhood. Host greeted us on the 1st day and said he was available for any help. Luckily we didn’t need any. Great place.

A very nice cozy apartment! The bathroom was on the small side but the water pressure was great and hot.

Quiet, nice place, easy location.

wonderful street, great location

The host was so kind and helpful.

convenient/quiet spot, thoughtful host

The host greeted my family in person and made sure they had everything they needed. When a massive power outage in the city took out most of the surrounding blocks, he made sure we had flashlights and candles, just in case the rental might lose power (it didn't, by some twist of good fortune). It was the perfect location for us, and the stay was seamless.

Cozy place within walking distance of some of the best the City has to offer. We hope to return soon!

Great location for a visit for my mom’s 82nd birthday trip. We were able to walk many places and it was easy to get a Wayco or Uber/Lyft when needed. Howard was a great host. He gave us an extensive list of local recommendations. As stated in the listing, there is no cooking facilities. We did not need them so the coffeemaker, mini fridge and microwave were just fine for us. The garage access would be a huge benefit if you have a car which we did not. I would not recommend this property for more than 2 adults if you are not comfortable in close quarters and sharing beds. It was perfectly fine for a mom and two daughters but maybe not for others that aren’t as close It worked perfect for us.

Kitchen setup was perfect for snacks and water bottle storage. We mostly ate out or went to the local coffee house for our morning coffee. Parking was excellent, especially for smaller cars. House was extremely clean. We have nothing negative to say.

Wonderful location on a quiet street. Walking distance to several good restaurants. The apartment is spacious and the bed is very comfortable. Howard is a great host; easy to reach and very responsive. We loved having the garage /driveway to park in so had no worries about parking.

Such a cute neighborhood, very walkable, felt very safe. My biggest complaint would be that its not very soundproof and the pillows on the bed were not very comfortable.

Roomy, very clean, quiet. Good location. Very friendly host.

Beautiful home in a nice and quiet location. Its not two separate bedrooms, just 1 bedroom with another bed in the living room area but still provided exactly what we needed to be comfortable for out stay and have our privacy. Didn't really utilize the kitchen area as our goal was to explore the city, but location was absolutely wonderful for that! House made old house noises as part of its charm

The place was perfect for a home base during Outside Lands. There was plenty of street parking in addition to being able to park in the garage. Place was clean and bed was very comfortable. This is a basement apartment below other living quarters and we were pleased with the insulation/minimal noise from above. Communication with host leading up to and during stay was great. We would stay here again if/when we are visiting SF. Howard was very welcoming and gave great recommendations of places within walking distance.

Great location, comfy accomodations and our host was superb -giving us guides to local food and sights that were absolutely perfect. Highly recommend! Having a garage parking spot was a super bonus.

Wonderful stay! Very clean, comfortable beds, and Howard was great to work with. Super friendly and great communication. Highly recommend.

Had a great stay at Howard’s property. It is the lower level of a house, very nice having a garage if renting a vehicle. Very safe area and close access to Golden Gate Park and Muni buses. Howard was accommodating and met upon arrival. Lots of great restaurants within walking distance. If looking for a place to stay in the Richmond district or near Golden Gate Park, this is a great option!

We loved our historic 1930s efficiency/garage, 1 BR w/ kitchenette apartment in quiet Inner Richmond for a family-friendly, active vacation for 2 adults in late July 2025. Howard is a lovely host & was so helpful with advice and assistance when needed. Everything was clean & odor-free. We especially appreciated the bottled water supply for easy daily carry, the entrance shoe rack, & the fresh flowers on the bathroom shelf. Beds were comfy and temp control was great for the SF climate (daytime open windows and central heat at night when needed for the surprisingly cool SF summer). We used MUNI public transport & rideshare throughout our stay to visit all parts of the city, but there's free parking available on site if needed - a real rarity in SF. The neighborhood feels very safe and walkable, with a flat topography and plenty to eat & do nearby, from shopping off Clement to visiting excellent parks like Golden Gate, USF campus, Presidio, and Baker Beach. The unit comes with most amenities you'd need except hair conditioner, so bring that essential for long hair if a necessity for you. I'd also suggest bringing earplugs, noise-cancelling headphones, or a white noise maker if you're bothered by sounds of antique hardwood floors creaking or standard urban neighborhood activity (conversations & TV/stereo sounds from adjacent homes). Having stayed in historic city homes, we were prepared for these things and it was no problem for us. I'd definitely rent again. Thanks!

Amazing location! Howard is a great host!

Perfect for what we needed. Loved having the garage to park in. Would stay again.

Clean and comfortable. Quiet and secure neighborhood. Having a garage to park my rental car was a bonus!

Great neighborhood within walking distance of restaurants, grocery and Golden Gate Park. A nice quiet retreat at the end of our day. We had a garage for our car. Everything felt safe and secure. Howard was very helpful with suggestions for where to eat and what to do.

We had a wonderful time staying in the quiet garden apartment. Everything was perfect. Howard was amazing. We didn’t want to leave. Thank you to Howard for having us and to the city of San Francisco for giving us a break from the craziness of the world.

We loved our stay in Howard’s apartment. The neighborhood is perfect for exploring in all directions—Richmond with all its great restaurants, Golden Gate Park and the de Young museum, the Presidio etc. Nearby Geary street gives you a. Straight shot downtown on the bus. Howard was very helpful and communicative and we particularly appreciated his letting us leave our luggage for a late pick up on our last day. It was a delightful stay.

The apartment is tucked behind the garage with a delightful garden view. Communication and check-in were easy and efficient. The space is as pictured - a little dated but very clean and comfortable. The bathroom and kitchette are small but set-up perfectly and work great! The bed and linens were very comfortable and there were special things like fresh flowers in the bathroom! I appreciated having a table, chairs and living area. The location is an easy walk to many coffee shops, restaurants and the Golden Gate Park!

We were very fortunate to have found a place in close proximity to the hospital. Howard was very gracious and prompt in his communications with us and we looked forward to our stay. Unfortunately, the surgery that was to take place had been postponed (four times) and we were unable to stay at the Quiet Garden this time. Howard was very understanding and left a great impression on us, we will look forward to coming here under better circumstances and enjoying his hospitality.

Sweet comfortable quiet garage level apt in good location. Many local restaurants nearby. Efficiency kitchen. Howard who lives upstairs, is a lovely, accommodating host. Parking is moderately challenging if the driveway is blocked which, during our stay, was the case.

This flat is perfect for either a couple or a single person, we stayed with our adult child who slept out in the living room. It isn't a full two bedrooms, that's the only thing to consider if your group really does require two separate bedrooms and a living area. The second bed is in the living area which was perfect for us. The area is an ideal location, Howard is a wonderful host, it is a beautiful setting and incredibly quiet! If you are looking for a comfortable, quiet, and convenient place to stay in SF close to parks, cafes, and shops, this place is a winner. We would gladly stay here again.

We spent 10 days here as we helped our son who was hospitalized locally. Two of the main reasons we selected this property were its location and the availability of a garage because parking is a major issue in San Francisco. We were quite pleased with those aspects of the property.Two issues came up early in our stay and Howard was incredibly responsive. Both issues were resolved within a couple of hours of raising them. Howard treated us well and respected our privacy.The apartment is behind the garage in the main building and it faces the backyard. As a result, it was quiet and we had no trouble sleeping.The apartment is on the dark side with one window in the main living area and two in the bedroom. On a cloudy San Francisco day, this lacks the cheery feeling we needed. The place is comfortable but dark.The bathroom and kitchenette are very small. The kitchen sink sits beneath the counter, making it difficult to clean dishes. There are plenty of good restaurants nearby but eating in is challenging. Rental prices in San Francisco are extremely high. We were glad to find this property at a reasonable rate for our extended stay.

Nice basement apartment. Small wet bar/minimalist kitchen. Small bathroom shower with excellent water pressure. Very comfortable bed. Cute backyard with flowers and patio table. An excellent experience in a wonderfully quiet neighborhood on the west side of the city.

Howard is a great host. Left us a list of nearby restaurants and services. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe. Very walkable. I probably would not say there was a kitchen in the unit. It was more like a kitchenette. But overall we really enjoyed our stay!

Very clean property with high quality furnishings. Great location, close to Golden Gate Park and many other walkable attractions.

It was a nice retreat after a busy day in the city. Pretty centrally located but still used an Uber to get around since we are older. Was not as close to some spots as I thought it would be but very well worth it. Felt very safe and was very quiet. A little outdated but was great for us if not looking for high class. The owner was wonderful and helpful.

This is a fabulous neighborhood. Great location. A few blocks from Golden Gate park. Beautiful (Safe) street. Best of all you can park in the garage!! In SF that is amazing!!Lovely 1 bedroom apartment, with large living room which has an extra bed, couch, table perfect for two. Kitchenette has sink, small refrigerator/freezer, toaster, microwave, coffee maker, hot water pot, utensils, cutting board etc. Perfect for accommodating snacks and take out meals. You're not going to full on cook here but no need as there are plenty of tasty restaurant/takeaway options nearby and of course all over the city.The owner lives upstairs and is a perfect host. Available and helpful. This is a really nice set up. Highly recommend!

My 2 daughters and I stayed at this sweet property for a week touring schools around the Bay area. Howard- the owner-was helpful and kind. The location was great walking distant to Golden Gate park with a lot of cute restaurants and coffee shops nearby. I highly recommend.

Everything was described properly. Nice safe location day and night. Quiet lil cul-de-sac. Nice shower, comfy bed

Comfortable clean small place, great location, wonderful, helpful host!

This property was located in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. It was an easy walk to some awesome restaurants. Howard gave us a great welcome packet with suggestions for neighborhood spots and a map to make it easier. The central location was a great home base for exploring San Francisco.

A wonderfully comfortable, clean and quiet stay yet still within minutes of lots of restaurants and Golden Gate Park. Highly recommended. Howard was a wonderful host as well.

Excellent place, well located for San Francisco visit. Our host was available, helped us, and provided local info. Recommend this pl

Clean and well appointed. The bathroom was small. The location was good for our purposes. Off street parking was appreciated.

This was my second stay here because the location is fabulous near great restaurants and the USF Koret Recreation Center with a beautiful Olympic size pool I swam at every day ($27 or $22 senior day use). Parking is available in Howard's garage. Exceptionally quiet neighborhood and apartment.

Cute and quirky decorations. The longer I stayed, the more I liked it there. Clean and everything I needed. I enjoyed the back garden as well. You will need to bring your own shampoo and soap and coffee.

lovely neighborhood and the basement had everything we needed! wish the owner was a bit more communicative & wish there was a deadbolt to feel more secure! otherwise had a great time!

Great place to relax after our son and his girlfriend showed us all their favorite parks and gourmet restaurants.

The place was a home away from home. What was even better is having the host available when needed. Howard was friendly and helpful. We were very comfortable. Will stay again.

Howard was a great host, enjoyed talking with. Location was perfect for us, within walking distance.

Very comfortable stay for 3 adults. Amazing location that felt safe. Howard was a great host with lots of local insights and suggestions. So much to do within walking distance.

Great host with good suggestions for restaurants, shopping, and things to do. The suite was walkable to many places and the garage space was a huge bonus for our rental car!! I would definitely stay again and recommend to others.