Melanie was a lovely hostess. She was delightfully welcoming and attentive. Her home is true to the photos; even better. I felt like I was staying in a european apt. While I came and went with uncertainty due to my schedule, I never felt uncomfortable. My room was impeccably clean and artfully decorated. The coffee was delicious and she was unexpectedly generous with sharing provisions if I wanted/needed something to eat. While we shared in daily conversation, I never felt obliged to have conversation. I will definitely reach out to Melanie again when I'm in San Francisco and needing a place to stay. The location was excellent, especially if renting a car. There is parking, the beach, trails, and park nearby to walk/run, and a direct bus route to downtown. Thank you Melanie for being a lovely hostess.