My girlfriend and I stayed at Heather's apartment for two nights during a short stay in San Francisco. The apartment is absolutely gorgeous. You will feel relaxed and at home at her apartment. There is a very lush garden in the back patio with lavender that smells heavenly as soon as you walk out there. The area is generally safe but definitely up and coming. We would recommend that you avoid local restaurants unless it is a last resort. Unfortunately my girlfriend got sick the night before our flight home from eating at a local thai restaurant. Other than that the apartment was awesome and the area is an easy 15-20 min drive from most activities.