our hosts were very warm and welcoming and we enjoyed meeting them both. the cottage was lovely...nicely decorated and bright and cheery. the location is the best--right in the heart of the mission, with philz coffee around the corner, a great jewish deli across the street, and all of the wonderful restaurants offered on valencia. the off-street parking was a special bonus. it's a great place to stay when in san francisco with the BART up the street, and noe valley and the castro close by. would definitely do it again. thanks ken and richard.