Ruth's place was perfect for us while we were visiting friends in the neighborhood. There are lots of good restaurants and cafes nearby, and I was able to easily hop on the Transbay bus in the morning to get to work in SF, with the stop just a block away.

Ruth and her partner were also kind to make us tea in the morning, and we got some great cooking tips while we briefly crossed paths. She also very kindly let me do a load of laundry.

We were glad we had a car with us - I wouldn't suggest this for people without one - but it was perfect for our needs.