10/10 Excellent
Melanie F.
6 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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Spacious 1BR/2BA Scenic Garden Home in Central SF with Private Entrance
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 392.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
San Francisco, CA
- Place, Castro Street10 min walk
- Place, Golden Gate Park13 min walk
- Place, UCSF Medical Center16 min walk
- Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Spacious 1BR/2BA Scenic Garden Home in Central SF with Private Entrance
Stay in a bright and spacious 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Corona Heights, one of SF’s most scenic neighborhoods.
This home is in the geographical center of SF with easy access to both downtown and nature. <10 minutes walking to the Castro, Cole Valley, and Haight-Ashbury, as well as hikes at Corona Heights Park and Buena Vista Park, Golden Gate Park too
Many public transit options nearby (33 and 37 bus, MUNI). If you're driving, street parking is easy to find in front or behind the house.
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The home features a large living room with soaring cathedral ceilings and a comfy sofa bed for extra guests, a fullly stocked kitchen with an electronic cooktop and modern appliances , two full bathrooms, and dedicated front and back outdoor patios for enjoying SF’s sunny days. Fast WiFi, heating, washer/dryer, and plenty of storage make for a comfortable and convenient stay.
The master bedroom is spacious and offers a serene view of the backyard, trees, and Corona Heights. At night, blackout curtains and blinds ensure a restful sleep.
Just steps from beautiful parks, hiking trails, and the Randall Museum, and walking distance to the Castro, Cole Valley. Nearby parks include Corona Heights Park, Buena Vista Park, and Golden Gate Park. We provide a detailed guidebook on urban hikes and restaurants to explore in the area. Whether you're visiting for a week or a few nights, you'll feel right at home in this tucked-away gem.
Public Transit options: 33 and 37 bus stops within 3 minutes walking distance of the home. Castro Muni Stop (K, L, M) is a 10 minute walk downhill from the home.
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Note: The home is on a moderate hill and the neighborhood (Corona Heights) is known to be hilly, which is typical for San Francisco.
Note: We live in a quiet residential area. We kindly ask guests to keep noise to a minimum and respect the neighborhood.
Note: Since the garden is full of vegetation we also occassionally have animal visitors (squirrels, birds, etc.) and you may hear them from time to time. We also have raccoon friends who uses our rooftop to get to places so you may hear their steps from above
This home is in the geographical center of SF with easy access to both downtown and nature. <10 minutes walking to the Castro, Cole Valley, and Haight-Ashbury, as well as hikes at Corona Heights Park and Buena Vista Park, Golden Gate Park too
Many public transit options nearby (33 and 37 bus, MUNI). If you're driving, street parking is easy to find in front or behind the house.
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The home features a large living room with soaring cathedral ceilings and a comfy sofa bed for extra guests, a fullly stocked kitchen with an electronic cooktop and modern appliances , two full bathrooms, and dedicated front and back outdoor patios for enjoying SF’s sunny days. Fast WiFi, heating, washer/dryer, and plenty of storage make for a comfortable and convenient stay.
The master bedroom is spacious and offers a serene view of the backyard, trees, and Corona Heights. At night, blackout curtains and blinds ensure a restful sleep.
Just steps from beautiful parks, hiking trails, and the Randall Museum, and walking distance to the Castro, Cole Valley. Nearby parks include Corona Heights Park, Buena Vista Park, and Golden Gate Park. We provide a detailed guidebook on urban hikes and restaurants to explore in the area. Whether you're visiting for a week or a few nights, you'll feel right at home in this tucked-away gem.
Public Transit options: 33 and 37 bus stops within 3 minutes walking distance of the home. Castro Muni Stop (K, L, M) is a 10 minute walk downhill from the home.
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Note: The home is on a moderate hill and the neighborhood (Corona Heights) is known to be hilly, which is typical for San Francisco.
Note: We live in a quiet residential area. We kindly ask guests to keep noise to a minimum and respect the neighborhood.
Note: Since the garden is full of vegetation we also occassionally have animal visitors (squirrels, birds, etc.) and you may hear them from time to time. We also have raccoon friends who uses our rooftop to get to places so you may hear their steps from above
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Please message us if you need a bit of flexibility — we’ll accommodate if possible.
Please gather any trash and place it in the right bins. Landfill goes into the kitchen trash can, and recycling goes into the white recycling bin.
Double-check for any personal belongings.
Close all windows and the front door. Keypad will lock automatically / you can also press the “lock” button
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Property Registration Number STR-0007740
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
San Francisco
Castro District, a neighbourhood in San Francisco, is home to this cottage. Golden Gate Bridge and Ferry Building are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Golden Gate Park and Presidio of San Francisco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center.
San Francisco, CA
What's nearby
- Castro Street - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Golden Gate Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Twin Peaks - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- UCSF Medical Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- University of San Francisco - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Badlands - 12 min walk
- The Edge - 12 min walk
- 440 Castro - 12 min walk
- Wooden Coffeehouse - 12 min walk
- Hot Cookie - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cindy T.
15 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan S.
19 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jonathan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin L.
6 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yuki was an amazing host!
Benjamin L.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
12 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
John G.
23 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
About the host
Hosted by Qiuyu Zhu
Hi! We are a couple who have been in SF for almost 10 years. We love the city and everything it has to offer and hope you do too!
Why they chose this property
We love Corona Heights for how serene and peaceful it is in the middle of the city. We are 10 minutes walking distance to three incredible neighborhoods (Castro, Cole Valley, Ashbury Heights), and many little walkways and hikes. We even love the hills for a free workout :)
What makes this property unique
It’s your own house with total privacy in the middle of the city!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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