This was our first airbnb stay- and it was superb. For those that stay in hotels and have been thinking of another option, it's definitely worth considering this type of setup. It changed the whole experience on a fundamental level. It was also much cheaper than the fantasy-priced hotels downtown.

The apartment is in an outstanding neighborhood- with enough to see and do within walking distance to keep you busy/happy for a good while. This definitely includes good eating. Being so close to a MUNI stop is a definitely plus. The walk up the hill is a breeze for anybody in relatively good shape.

The apartment is compact, smartly designed, and relaxing. For whatever reason, I slept better there than I do at home. Being a basement apartment, it doesn't get so much light- but there is an outdoor patio that's great for light and morning coffee, etc.

Vanick was incredibly responsive- but to be honest, everything was so clearly laid out and explained in advance, we hardly needed to contact him. His restaurant, if you can, is a must visit for the best baba ganoush I've had in a long while.

Somehow, by some miracle, we only ate one of the chocolates left out for our arrival. I hope you can do better.