Ding was an excellent host! He greeted me on the first day and was easily accessible. He was extremely friendly, making time to chat about anything or to answer questions about the city and the neighborhood. He goes out of his way to be accommodating to his guests and made me feel welcome in his home.
While a bit pricey for what you get, the place was clean and charming, the internet was reliable, and the location is great. The neighborhood is quiet and safe, there's a supermarket around the corner, it's close to Golden Gate Park, and there are a lot of restaurant options on Divisadero a few blocks away. Nearby garage parking for my car was also a huge plus. Note that, unless you rent the whole house, you may find yourself sharing it with a few others. This wasn't an issue for me and I got along quite well with the other guests, but it's something to be aware of (there's only one bathroom).
This was my first time in SF--I just relocated to the city for a new job and stayed at Ding's place while I looked for something more permanent. It was perfect for that and I'd definitely recommend it as a place to stay and would recommend Ding as an exceptional host.