Gene is a very gracious and communicative host and provided us with some great recommendations. We found his apartment to be very comfortable for the the three of us and we enjoyed the open kitchen/living space ~ especially as we were able to pick up breakfast and dinner fixings at the sweet little grocery just down the street. One caveat: The location of Gene's place is probably better for those who have a car as the transit choices are somewhat limited in the Sunset neighborhoods compared to other neighborhoods around the city.