Combine a charming New England b&b with a little village in Thailand, where people come, go, hang out with you--but no one impinges on your personal space or solitude. That's Joan's place. Only you've got the use of a class-A kitchen. Great for getting to know Oakland and/or hitting SF on a reasonable budget. Joan's family are nearby, and a nice add--but the star of the house is Nala, the dog.