I stayed with a group of 4 (two couples) so I can speak on behalf of them by saying we could not have asked for a better host and home than Bruce and the Hilltop Hideaway.
Bruce was very generous with our check-in time, shuttling us around, showing us the area, providing amazing to-do and to-eat recommendations, and dutch baby pancakes in the morning! He is passionate about excellent hosting and it showed.
Bruce and Lawrence's home is immaculate. Super clean, very well organized, and the view is AMAZING. You'll admire the space and wonder how you can make your home look like theirs. I know we did :)
Just a heads up, the guest bedroom mattress is firm. Nothing negative, just worth a mention.
The neighborhood is super cool. Loved the mixed architecture and the diverse plant-life. We took a jog to Glen Park Canyon and it was beautiful. The little business area near the BART is super quaint and the shop owners we interacted with were super generous and friendly.
The area is hilly. Bruce made it VERY clear they live on a steep hill, so take that into consideration. I would recommend ANYONE to stay here, but if you are not great with hills, prepare to use the lyft or uber discount codes Bruce provides you :)
Bert, the pup, is the sweetest most gentle animal/friend you will ever meet. He completes the whole magnificent package. Very non-intrusive but will give you love if you welcome it.
If you've read this far, I hope you are already sold on this spot. When you stay there, say Hey to Bruce for us, please give Bert a nice pet, and get a sandwich or coffee at Cup, you'll regret none of the above.