I spent a month in David's place, and it truly felt like a home from home in SF. It's a lovely pad with stylish touches – it's exactly as it looks in the pictures, perhaps even a bit more spacious than you'd expect, which is great. David and Angelica were great hosts, very prompt in communications.
I found the location very charming – North Beach is one of very few urban centres that feel like a true neighbourhood. Coit Tower, the picturesque Telegraph Hill, as well as Chinatown, City Lights Bookshop and historic beat poet hangouts are all just a couple of blocks away. This wonderful mix of cultures gives the neighbourhood its very special character – and, living here, you'll feel like you're in the middle of it all.
Being in SF's Little Italy, you are also surrounded by excellent dining options. The guide to the apartment that David put together is in itself an entertaining read, with lots of helpful recommendations and tips about the area and its history. Would love to come back one day.