Alex's place was a nice quiet place to retreat from my conference activities downtown. It's right off the J line, about 1/2 way between Balboa/Embarcadero, which was super convenient (although you do hear it a little, it's a city after all). Noe Valley has a decent number of amenities and restaurants right nearby too, and is a nice little area. I really liked the new sushi place down the way (Oki Sushi). For a big guy, the shower is a little tight - but was nice and hot and had great pressure. I didn't realize when I booked that it's a basement in law suite; so, ceilings are maybe 7-8', and not many windows, but it gets decent light from the back yard/kitchen. Overall a good place and I enjoyed my stay!