Erika was more than awesome to me and a very kind person! Along with being a great and wonderful host, she quite literally saved me at the last hour, allowing me to stay at her place when I had very few remaining options. And because she was such a wonderful person and great host, I extended my stay. Her place is clean and charming, cozy and warm. The neighborhood is also very quiet, safe and close to many outlets allowing travelers easy access to anyplace within the Bay Area. Erika is also quite the accomplished violinist and I had a great time talking with her about her career and the kids she teaches now and has taught in the past. Without any hesitation at all, I would definitely stay with Erika again and recommend her to anyone good enough to return the same kindness!