My wife and I stayed at Rob's lovely home and it was one of our best Airbnb experiences. First, the views from the rooftop deck are spectacular. I can sit on the deck for hours and just take in the view. Wherever we travel we like to stay where the views are maximized and It would be difficult to top the view of SF you have from Rob's home. The view is not just limited to when you are on the deck, because the home has picture windows so the view is part of the experience you have while hanging out in the living room or preparing a meal in the kitchen--it is part of the home experience. The deck itself is a rooftop deck so that makes it very safe (important because high up) and the decking and railings are all new and secure so you can enjoy and relax without worries. Amazingly, Rob has put in a hot tub and propane fire pit (the kind you can sit around) on the deck to maximize the enjoyment of the deck.
The interior is very cozy and, like everything in this home, immaculately cared for and well-maintained. Very nice wood/Pergo floors are featured through out the home. We loved hanging out on the couches and reading and taking in the views. I am not sure if I am right in this assessment but to me I would call the style/design of the furnishings and built-ins mid century modern which works really well with this space and adds to the coolness and coziness. The kitchen is up to date, everything works, and is well-stocked with virtually any type of appliance/utensil you might need. The bed was firm but comfortable and both myself and my wife slept well in the bed. Rob left a bottle of wine for us and a loufa sponge in a bag with our name. Just part of the thoughtful touches that helped make us feel welcome.
Throughout the home Rob has strategically placed helpful notes and instructions about the area you are in so; if you are in the bathroom and wondering how to do such and such, there is a note that will help you figure that out. Similarly, if you want to use the hot tub or fire pit on the deck there are helpful "how to" notes explaining that, same for the kitchen, etc.
The home is in the Twin Peaks area which means you are up on the hill (hence the views) and not centrally located so you will want to Uber to the stores and it is a good idea to stock up on snacks and what have you so no need for last minute shopping. The home is located in a remarkably quiet neighborhood for an urban area and it is nice to have easy access to the downtown activities but peace and quiet at home. Unusually, for SF, the home has its own designated parking space so if you rent a car or have family/friends you are visiting that is a major plus because parking can be a pain in SF without your own space.
Rob is an attentive and responsive host without being overly so. If you need assistance you will get it quickly. Rob seems to have anticipated just about every need a guest might have and stocked his home accordingly. He truly made us feel welcome and in good hands should we have a need. I have never stayed at an Airbnb where the host seemed to have thought out so much and is such a professional and we really appreciated that the home was so well-maintained and clean and the comfort of knowing that if we had a problem we could get a quick resolution
This home is perfect for a couple, fun , awesome, and comfortable. My wife and I hope that it will be available for our next visits to SF and hopefully this can become our SF home! We highly recommend this lovely home!