My stay at Gina's was wonderful. The apartment is beautiful, like a cottage at the top of the world. It had a spacious living/dining area with soaring ceilings and an unbelievable view. I loved watching the fog roll into the Mission from her balcony. The decor is eclectic chic, and everything was very clean. The bedroom was cozy, with a queen bed, desk, and closet (plenty of hangers were available). The bed itself was really comfortable and plush, with plenty of pillows. I have a pretty extreme dust allergy, and I had no problems at all while there. There is a park at the very top of the hill, which I didn't have time to hike, but there is also a small green square near the base of the hill, where you see neighbors jogging and walking their dogs. There's a small grocery, a coffeeshop, and a couple cafes within just a couple blocks. The Mission District is in easy walking distance. The hill back up is quite steep; I was glad for the exercise, but there is also a regular bus that climbs the hill.
While the apartment itself exceeded expectations, really the highlight was Gina herself. She was a lovely hostess, welcoming and friendly, while also considerate about my privacy. Each morning she made yummy fresh-squeezed orange juice. I did a lot of sightseeing research before I got there, but she had very helpful tips to add about sights and transit, as well as a pass to a great museum. I was there for an interview and she was so encouraging. It was more like staying with a family friend than at an AirBNB. I would happily recommend her place to all my friends, and I hope to stay with her again sometime.