The description and photos are accurate and all the reviews more than adequately reflect what to expect in John’s apartment. John greeted us and spent a short time going over the apartment. This was supported by a comprehensive house manual. We found the apartment a home from home.

Situated in North Beach, we found all that we wanted within easy walking distance. The best place to eat that we loved was MO’s, a five minute walk around the corner in Grant. Transport was easy to navigate, and a couple of times we got the CalTrain to go further a field. Taking it to Mountain View to visit the Computer History Museum was a worthwhile excursion. As a note there is a free shuttle that can take you to the museum from the station.

Sam Francisco is a great place to visit and John’s apartment is the perfect place to start your adventures.

ps My tip of the trip, if you want to visit Alcatraz and have not booked online and it all looks fully booked. Don’t fall for the trip around the bay option, just turn up early on the day you want to visit and buy a ticket from the booth. I got their at 8am and purchased a 1030am boat trip to the island. The ticket office opens at 7am if you're looking to get a chance for the first trip of the day.