Ellen's apartment is in a lovely part of San Francisco (Russian Hill). There are views in every direction - begin the day lying in bed looking at boats in the Bay - then step outside into the street for far reaching views including an AMAZING view of Alcatraz just around the corner. The apartment is very well equipped, very clean, and spacious for 2. It's a nice split-level space with the kitchen above the sitting area. It doesn't feel like a basement level once you're inside - mainly because of the large glass sliding doors from the bedroom and living space into the garden. (A total of 5 big panes). If you like it in the pictures - then book it because I'd say it's better than the pictures ! We were there 2 weeks - a few top local places we visited were 1945 Hyde which is a super cool wine bar with nibbles (range of wines from not too expensive to quite expensive ! - 5 minute walk), Gary Danko (a very fancy and expensive restaurant 5 minutes walk) and Beacon Coffee on Columbus (8 minute walk). Thanks Ellen !