I had a great stay at Brenda's! It was like being just another roommate. I had a lot of unusual requests because it was a Jewish holiday and there are a lot of rules and customs, and Brenda was super accommodating and made me feel welcome and comfortable. The place is very clean and well-decorated. There is a cat and a dog, but I just took Zyrtec in the morning and I had no allergies. For non-native English-speaking guests-- the bed is a day bed, which means a firm cushion (not really a mattress). It was fine for me, but it's not as big or soft as a regular bed. The location can't be beat! Right between the Mission and the Castro, but on a quiet street.