I could not have picked a better place to stay! About 15 - 20 min form SFO and about the same time into the city. Located on a corner on top a hill, walking distance to a park that over looks the city! Spectacular view!! Very easy access to the metro. The metro takes about and hour to get to the piers. Seems long but it wasn't bad and it beats traffic and parking. A walk down from the studio to the main street, "Cortland" has some great coffee shops, cafe's, great Italian restaurant "Vega" and many other shops in walking distance. A nice small little grocery store to buy things if needed. Mike was not there to meet us when we arrived but met up with him the next day. He was very nice and was very helpful if needed. The Studio was very clean and loved how warm and welcoming it is. We were welcomed with a bottle of wine, cheese and crackers. Very nice added touch. Mike even invited me to help myself to his apple tree that was in full bloom when we were there. Nothing like having a fresh apple off the tree! This was our first experience with airbnb and could not be any happier with our experience from start to finish. Thanks Mike and Nic for allowing us to enjoy a great studio!!