This is the most welcoming place I've ever stayed at! Kimberly and Ahmed are both exceptionally relaxed, kind and friendly people. They were very welcoming and made me feel very comfortable. The room and the rest of the house are wonderful, and the pets are lovely! It truly felt like home, and I would absolutely love to stay there again.
In the rest of the review, I thought I would give some more concrete information, in case you are looking for somewhere to stay longer-term and considering Kimberly's place, but have questions. I stayed there for 3 months during an internship, and here are answers to the kind of questions I had before booking:
* Area safety: Very safe! I felt really comfortable there. I used to have walks in the evenings on my way back from work sometimes (after 10pm), and I felt very comfortable doing so.
* Area comforts: There are a lot of places to grab food or coffee nearby, especially along Divisadero. Japantown is a nice 10-15min walk away. There is also Walgreens and Trader Joe's nearby. If you are into swing dancing, prepare for a surprise: one of the swing dancing venues will be minutes away from you!
* Cleanliness: All areas were very clean, and sheets/towels were changed regularly. In particular, I'm a bit weird about bathrooms, but the bathroom was very clean, even though it's a bit unusual that it's black.
* Space: There is plenty of space in the room for clothes and items. Moreover, Kimberly had also very generously allocated shelves in the bathroom, in the kitchen, and in the fridge for me, which was very nice!
* Pets: Zorra, Harper, Ryder and Astagfiru are adorable! They all have their own personality, but are all very friendly and sociable. At the same time, they won't bother you if you close your door, or don't want to interact with them.