Merkley's place is cool. Damn cool. The spot is great and an easy walk into the Haight or a short ride to anywhere else in the city. The fridge was fully loaded and the decor is out of this world; authentic SF, to say the least. The host is very responsive and gives accurate if not humorous answers on any questions we had. While our stay was short, I would gladly come again. The only downsides are that its difficult to park and there is definitely road noise, but given that it's on a popular street, this is all to be expected. The Dump is definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you can stomach it and have a sense of adventure, it's a unique and unforgettable experience.