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Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF

Holiday home in South San Francisco with kitchen and patio

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Secluded Backyard Garden
peaceful backyard gazebo
Front yard view
Peaceful backyard
Backyard seating area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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South San Francisco, CA
  • Place, See's Candies
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shops at Tanforan
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Artichoke Joe's Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Main living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF

Relax and enjoy this secluded garden retreat located directly across the street from a family friendly park that boasts tennis courts, a playground, a basketball court & baseball diamond.

Our remodeled, 3 bedroom, well appointed home is the perfect combination of modern design and comfortable living. We've tried to think of everything to make your stay stress-free and enjoyable.

We are located 13 miles from San Francisco & 10 minutes away from SFO (perfect for early departures or late arrivals)

We provide our guests a detailed welcome guide to our home as well as many suggested tourist destinations of interest in the area that locals know about. We are always here to help and want your stay to be absolutely fantastic.

Please note that there is an extra guest fee of $30/person/night for more than 6 guests. This is automatically calculated when you book. There is an additional fee for any unreported guests.

Also, for any guests who do not yet have host reviews, we will ask for the full names of all adults before booking, and we'll require a picture of the primary guest's photo ID to be sent after booking. SSF Permit #P23-0028

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note home not baby- or toddler-proofed.
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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
Park in driveway or on street in front of house or park. Do not park inside garage or in front of neighbors’ homes.
Shoes off inside the home and food in kitchen or dining room only.

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
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

About the area

South San Francisco

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Avalon, a neighbourhood in South San Francisco. Golden Gate Bridge and Ferry Building are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Union Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chase Center or Oracle Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Map
South San Francisco, CA

What's nearby

  • See's Candies - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Shops at Tanforan - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Commodore Park Dog Exercise Area - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Artichoke Joe's Casino - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Centennial Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Bruno Station - 3 min drive
  • San Bruno Station - 4 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF?

As of 16 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF on 17 December 2025 start from NZ$655.85, 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 Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Garden Retreat conveniently located between SFO & SF located?

Located in Avalon, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of South San Francisco Convention Center, Santa Cruz Mountains and SFO Museum. San Francisco Bay and Serramonte Center are also within 6 miles (10 km). San Bruno Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, like staying in Grandma's house (which you are).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendel e.

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

Our Stay

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen G.

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

Very nice stay

we enjoyed our three weeks stay in this house where you can sense that it served as a family home for a very long time
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie A.

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

Good Home

Our host was very accommodating and helpful during our family’s stay. She assisted and presented resolutions to issues very quickly. the home is in a great neighborhood and not too far from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent A.

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

Terrific stay in a charming and lovely old home

I really enjoy coziness, and this place delivered with a strong appeal to my Midwestern roots.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

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

Great Homebase for a week in SF

We loved staying here while exploring the bay area! The home is comfy and the garden is a beautiful and relaxing retreat after a long day in the city! Hosts were very kind and communicative and left a welcome guide with all the info we could possibly need!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

A true home away from home

What a lovely, tidy respite from our very busy days of fun in San Francisco. It truly felt like coming home each day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely house with a magical garden

The house had everything we needed and it was a convenient location for the airport in a nice neighborhood. But the real charm is the incredible oasis in the backyard. Lush and peaceful and seemingly miles away from civilization.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W., Crysler

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

Lovely Home!

We had a wonderful stay. The location was great, the house was clean and cozy and the owners were easy to contact and responded in good time. Thank you Stacee and Shoshana for allowing us to enjoy your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Pearl.dresser@gmail.com D., Canada

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

SF stay

We had a lovely stay at Stacey and Shoshana’s place. It was in a location that was central to the places we wanted to visit and especially close to the airport. They had all of the main amenities which was helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Perfect for us

We needed to be in SF for three weeks and I’m so glad we chose this place. It was perfect for what needed. The backyard is magical and was such a great place to hang out. The location was close to anything you might need! Would stay there again anytime back in the area.
Stayed 25 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., San Francisco, Ca

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

The garden is so beautiful.

We really loved the convenient location to the airport, but for me, the best part was the beautiful backyard garden. It is even enjoyable with a light rain because a portion of it is covered with comfortable seats. We would much prefer to stay here than a big, impersonal hotel. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this San Francisco VRBO! Getting in was a breeze - the host sent super clear instructions, so we could just drop our bags and start enjoying our vacation right away.The kitchen was a dream, especially for coffee lovers like us. They thought of everything - you can brew a whole pot for lazy mornings or pop in a K-cup when you need a quick caffeine fix. We cooked several meals and found everything we needed, from pots and pans to basic spices.But what really made this place special was the gorgeous garden. We spent hours just sitting outside, watching the hummingbirds dart between the Japanese maples. It was so peaceful watching the squirrels scamper around - felt like our own little oasis in the middle of the city. Such a perfect spot to unwind with morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Beautiful Home!

We really loved this home & had a very enjoyable stay there! Everything was clean & comfortable. Very nice neighborhood & easy access to the airport, freeway, & to my uncle's home. The instruction booklet was very helpful. We would definitely stay there again when we go back to San Francisco!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracey H.

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

Great place

This home is wonderful. We really enjoyed our stay. The garden out back is just charming. We made good use of the kitchen and other facilities. We had a smoke alarm act up and they were there to help us within a half an hour. We would stay here again for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy J., United States

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

Perfect for our needs!

Great neighborhood and access to the airport. Loved the intensive gardening and their obvious love of nature! The home was SO clean! Owners were very responsive and willing to help us meet our needs in every way. THANK you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

suzanna h.

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

Retreat

Park at right front of the house is very nice to have
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

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

sweet comfortable house

A very comfortable and attractive house with a beautiful hidden garden retreat in the back. Hosts were great and very responsive. The neighborhood is a quiet residential neighborhood without much nearby, but its a quick trip to anywhere in the bay area so a good staging ground. The house is all on one floor with only a few front steps so easy for my elderly mom to navigate. Be aware that the neighborhood is in the SFO flight path, but we adjusted to the sounds quickly and the house was well-insulated, so this did not bother us. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pearl.dresser@gmail.com D., Canada

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

Second stay at property

This was our second stay at this property and when we arrived we were met with a beautiful condolence card as a family member passed away. We also asked for a couple of things to be added to the kitchen and Shoshana and Stacy happily provided them. This met our family’s wonderfully. Thank you again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia d.

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

Wonderful!

House is attractive inside and out, well stocked and host suggestions for food were delish. Staying in a neighborhood and visiting the suggested local establishments made it feel like home. Close to SF, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica, Muir Woods and more. Our purpose was vacation mixed with moving our son to Palo Alto, a 25 minute drive. Outside backyard garden was lovely to enjoy reading, dining. Stacee and Shoshana do a very good job. Would stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel S., Ellicott City, MD

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

Nice little house - Fabulous Owners

From the beginning the communication with the owners was fantastic. The check-in was super easy via email and electronic entry. The house was exactly how described and presented in the listing. They left a book that told you every detail you needed to know about the house and things to do during your visit. You can tell they really care about the home and want to make you feel at home while you are there. There were plenty of towels and bedding, and the things we needed in the kitchen to do some cooking. They even provided some coffee beans! The first night we arrived it was a little warm and I was so glad they provided fans, thank you! We were also glad that there was a washer and dryer as we were in week two of a two week trip. The location was good for our downtown adventures, and especially great for our very early return flight home. We were at the airport in about 8 minutes. We would recommend this place to our friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

As advertised

My wife and I enjoyed the authentic feel of the early 1900's. Great handbook so we could easily figure out how to use everything. Bed was totally comfortable, and the heat worked wonderfully which in So. San Francisco apparently is a must even in late October.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

CA vacation.

Wonderful home. Our family of 4 which includes 2 college each had a separate bed and private spaces. Was a relaxing place to decompress after a busy day touring SF and surrounding area. Would stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Cozy home away from home.

My family and I wanted to say thanks to Stacee and Shoshana for having us stay at their property. The house is wonderfully kept and very clean. The location was great for visiting the area. The provided house information booklet had everything we needed to know, and great recommendations for the area. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Pre-cruise stay

Seven family members rented this Bungalow for 3 nights. We all found this rental very nice. It was super clean, well equipped and close to stores. (Sees Candy is less than 5 minutes away.) The location was close to the airport and not too far from local attractions. Host was responsive and had a folder of information for renters on site. There was one bathroom for all of us so we rotated showers. It worked out fine. We loved the garden space - Zen................
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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