So friendly and reasonable. Never had a better host. Great house, spotless and arty but exudes a homeliness that is appreciated. We thought the position is great and was safe even though Oakland doesn’t always have the best of reputations. We were tucked away in a very safe area and felt we met people rather than just stayed as tourists. Oakland itself was great for a day’s walking around and was a change from the touristy bustle of San Fran which was so easy to access by the BART, quick and cheap and more inclusive