We had such a great time in SF — and the studio made for the perfect peaceful resting spot in between our excursions within and outside of the city. It is located in a beautiful neighborhood and we were walking distance from some great restaurants and Golden Gate Park.
The studio is the perfect size for two people and was well equipped with everything we needed to cook and keep the space tidy and clean. On a couple occasions, we even had friends over for dinner and it was very comfortable and cozy. Despite being on the ground level, the studio gets great light and there are big doors that lead out to the backyard (which we definitely did not use enough!). The space was also very private and felt safe. It was also beautifully decorated which was an added bonus — we felt very much at home when we arrived.
Over the course of the month, I often commuted into the office, but when my partner and I were both working from the studio, it was generally manageable. Simultaneous meetings were sometimes a bit difficult. My partner used the dining table which worked great for WFH. I used the Singer sewing table and set up a borrowed monitor on top of one of the night stands, which wasn’t super ergonomic but I was able to get my work done. However, if you only use a laptop, the futon is very comfortable to work from. In terms of commuting, it was a bit difficult (and time consuming) to get over to my workplace via public transportation in Mission Bay from the Haight, so that may be something to consider if you work on the east side of the city.
Humaira was a gracious and attentive host, and we loved when her dog Cleo popped over to say hi to us at the backyard door. Overall, I would definitely recommend this studio to stay in if you’re traveling for work or just visiting the city! It was the perfect space for our month-long stay.