Cindy was fantastic sorting out a late problem with our booking, which must have been stressful. A great host too, sharing a fund of information about the city and the area and lending us books and even umbrellas. It was a pleasure meeting some of Cindy's friends and family.
The house is a quirky, beautifully designed building in the Palladian style crowned by a bust of Voltaire, a monument to the owner's immaculate taste. It's convenient for Downtown - a 15 minute walk, or less by bus. Our apartment was well equipped with cozy bed, fridge, microwave and tea/coffee maker, and we could easily have spent a few days browsing the bookshelves. We had exclusive access to the pretty courtyard and an attractively designed en suite bathroom.
This part of SoMa is gentrifying and has an edginess that reminded us of Brooklyn. Basil (pronounced bay-zil), an excellent Thai restaurant, is only doors away, and there's Citizen's Band/Pinky's diner and funky Brain Wash Laundromat Cafe over the road. It's worth queuing for an early breakfast at Dottie's True Blue Cafe on 6th St.
We had a great time and our only regret is that we stayed for just a week. Many thanks Cindy!