We had a perfect stay at this appropriately crowned "charming alley hideaway" This home embodies the essence of a true San Francisco North Beach neighborhood. GREAT for those who like to walk and are not afraid of a good hill. The home opens up to a well appointed kitchen with new appliances and lovely lighting. The urban view from the quaint living room is like a living SF postcard, pretty at night or day. We were happily surprised that two bedrooms and a bath and a half could fit inside this narrow home but a long hallway connects it all together, and everything was laid out to perfection. We stayed for two weeks and were relieved the apartment had an efficient large capacity washer/dryer for our use. The bed and linens were super comfortable and the home had many other comforts like beautiful hardwood floors, WIFI and cable TV. The owners live upstairs and were very accommodating as they welcomed us with smiles, a bowl of cherries and chocolate, a crisp chilled bottle of Prosecco and a binder full of information about the apartment and the local attractions. The kitchen is a dream to cook in, but you really cant beat the area for the finest SF Italian restaurants (we recommend L'Osteria Del Forno on Columbus St) and cafes within walking distance, as well as the famous Washington Square Park where we enjoyed an afternoon of painting with the lounging locals. The apartment does not have a designated parking spot but there are plenty of parking garages near by and free 2 hour street parking during the day. You really cant ask for a better location since not only will you be staying in the North Beach district but the popular SF China Town is a five minute walk away and you can stroll thru to the main gate in about 15 minutes (unless you get caught up in the shopping and dim sum selections). We are happy to have been the very first guests of the Sullivans. We would highly recommend this airbnb listing to any and all who enjoy privacy amongst exhilarating city life. Cheers!