Maria’s house was a wonderful welcome to the SF area. My first time in SF I didn’t know what to expect but the house was warm and clean and exceeded my expectations. Sequoia gave me a friendly greeting at the door. The other guests were friendly and quiet and sharing a bathroom with other guests was never a problem. Now that I know my neighborhoods I wasn’t particularly fond of the location given the obvious presence of the homeless community, but understand them to be harmless. Walking was fine and you’re close to so many transit options. And with Uber, SF is so easy to navigate. As with most cities just be smart about where you walk and when, and take a buddy if you can. I would recommend Maria’s house to anyone looking for an affordable alternative to a hotel. It’s perfect for an individual or couples.