Ashish's place is very welcoming and nicely decorated. The large futon was a nice touch (in addition to the large bed) and the shower is great. There were even shampoos and conditioners if you needed them.
The house is about a 7-minute walk to the train stations, which can take you to other parts of San Francisco. If you wanted to stay local, there are so many activities you can do: eat late night cookies and other delicious treats and redeem yourself at Soul Cycle, go to the Castro theater, or take the streetcar tour.
I interacted with Ken while I was there. Ken was very warm and welcoming, giving me some tips for my stay and offering breakfast in the morning. There is a dog, Paul, but he's so laid back that you won't even notice he's there most times. I really enjoyed my stay!