San Francisco California Vacation Rentals Presents Listing #5278

Stylish, Dramatic, 3-Story San Francisco View Home

Single Family w/ 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 6

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Vacation Rental Owner/Manager

Vacation Rental Description

This spacious, three-story, architect-designed and stylishly- 
furnished house is my private home when I am not traveling. It sits  
high on the north slope of Potrero Hill in the heart of San  
Francisco and is the perfect short-term residence for professionals,  
corporate executives, or vacationers. High-speed wireless internet  
access and a computer are both available. 
 
There are sweeping views of downtown San Francisco and the Bay from  
my living room, kitchen, both bedrooms, and from the balconies  
off the living room and master bedroom (I was standing on the master  
bedroom balcony when I took the panoramic photo below). The living  
room has a dramatic marble fireplace, an award-winning staircase,  
antique Japanese furniture, original art and sculpture, a Steinway  
grand piano and a soaring cathedral ceiling with sunlight streaming  
through the two double French doors, the huge skylight, and the many  
windows. 
 
The master bedroom suite, a private sanctuary that occupies the  
entire third floor, has a "window wall" framing a magnificent view  
of downtown San Francisco and the Bay Bridge (see photo), a sitting  
area with TV/VCR/stereo, its own fireplace, antique Japanese tansu  
chests, a balcony, a separate dressing room, a Japanese-inspired  
bath, and a private redwood deck that floats among the bamboo and  
Japanese maples in my rear garden. 
 
The second bedroom is smaller but equally stylish with a queen bed,  
Japanese tansu chest, cable television, and its own large bathroom.  
There is also a leather couch in the living room which opens into a  
comfortable queen-size sofa bed. 
 
As you have probably already gathered, I am rather fond of my house,  
but my opinion is shared by others. Previous guests have said "it is  
like staying in a miniature museum", "an architectural gem!", "one  
of the most beautiful houses I have ever seen", "incredibly  
peaceful, a wonderful place to relax". A real estate professional  
who stayed for two weeks said, in his review on one web site, "I  
have rented many houses in various locations throughout the years.  
Bill's house was the best ever." 
 
While I appreciate the compliments, the point is that my house is  
more than just a place to store your suitcase while you are visiting  
San Francisco. It will be part of the experience itself. If you or a  
member of your family plays the piano, there is a Steinway grand in  
the living room. If you are a history buff or armchair explorer, I  
have one of California's finest private collections of books on  
Alaska and Russian America. If you are more into literature, I have  
an extensive collection of books by and about Mark Twain. If you  
appreciate art, my walls are covered with original works by  
contemporary artists, none of whom are particularly famous -- yet --  
but all of whom are extremely talented and, I am fortunate to say,  
personal friends of mine. Scattered throughout the house you will  
discover Eskimo and Native American art and artifacts, sculpture,  
antique Japanese tansu chests, Persian carpets, a high-end music  
system, and many other treats.  
 
To make certain that your stay is trouble-free, my house manager  
lives in a small cottage at the rear of my garden and is ready to  
assist you as necessary. 
 
Potrero Hill enjoys the sunniest and warmest weather in San  
Francisco, and its safe, quiet, upscale neighborhood is a delight.  
Several of San Francisco's best restaurants are within walking  
distance, and, by car, you will be less than 10 minutes from Union  
Square, Fisherman's Wharf, and the financial district, 5 minutes  
from the SOMA high tech district, and 15 minutes from the San  
Francisco International Airport. Public transportation is also  
available at a bus stop one block away. My location in the southern  
part of the City provides easy access to the freeways going south to  
Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, Stanford, Carmel/Monterey and beyond.  
And, best of all, my neighborhood is one of the very few in San  
Francisco where you will NEVER have a parking problem! There is  
always a place available in front of my driveway. 
 
Why stay at a fancy San Francisco hotel when you can get twice as  
much for half the price? Deal with the owner -- not a broker or  
property manager. This is one of the best accommodation values in  
San Francisco! When you compare my rates with a hotel, remember to  
add both the 14% San Francisco hotel tax and the 8.5% sales tax to the  
rate quoted by the hotel. Many visitors to San Francisco are shocked  
when they receive their final bill. My rates include all taxes. 
 
I have a personal web site for my house with lots more photos and  
information, but I am not allowed to list the link on this list.  
However, I will be happy to share the link to my web site with you  
if you send me an inquiry. 
 
NOTE: Please check my availability calendar before making an  
inquiry. Maximum of six persons. Minimum stay of three days.  
Children must be 8 years and older. No pets. Because I travel so  
much, email is my preferred method of contact. Thank you! 

Vacation Rental Amenities

- Steinway grand piano 
- Computer and high-speed wireless Internet access 
- Fireplaces in living room and master bedroom 
- Japanese antiques 
- Original paintings and sculpture throughout the house 
- Large master suite with fireplace, balcony, and entertainment area 
- Wall of windows in master suite with grand view of downtown SF 
- Japanese-style bath in master suite 
- Secluded redwood deck in garden setting with San Francisco Views 
- 15 restaurants and cafes within walking distance, including some  
      of San Francisco's finest! 
- Plenty of free parking!

Activities and Attractions

The infinite variety of activities available in and around San  
Francisco defies description. If you can imagine it, you can  
probably do it in our great city.

Vacation Rental Rates

Reservations made within one month of the arrival date are eligible 
for my "last minute" discount. 
 
Jan 5 - May 15: 
$1200/week for 1-2 persons 
$1500/week for 3-4 persons 
$1700/week for 5-6 persons 
$200/night for 1-2 persons 
$250/night for 3-4 persons 
$300/night for 5-6 persons 
 
May 16 - Oct 31: 
$1350/week for 1-2 persons 
$1650/week for 3-4 persons 
$1900/week for 5-6 persons 
$225/night for 1-2 persons 
$275/night for 3-4 persons 
$325/night for 5-6 persons 
 
Nov 1 - Dec 21: 
$1200/week for 1-2 persons 
$1500/week for 3-4 persons 
$1700/week for 5-6 persons 
$200/night for 1-2 persons 
$250/night for 3-4 persons 
$300/night for 5-6 persons 
 
Dec 22 - Jan 4: 
$1500/week for 1-2 persons 
$1800/week for 3-4 persons 
$2000/week for 5-6 persons 
$250/night for 1-2 persons 
$300/night for 3-4 persons 
$350/night for 5-6 persons 
 
PLUS $150 "exit" cleaning fee