Phil was a tremendous host. He was in full communication for any and all questions. He made you feel totally welcome while also fully respecting your privacy. The listing description was 100% accurate. The apartment setting was indeed quite private and independent, as described.

The Lone Mountain neighborhood is great. I was visiting the University of San Francisco, which is right up the street, so it was perfect for me. But the neighborhood is very attractive in its own right. It's very un-touristy, but still has plenty to offer in terms of restaurants, coffee shops, stores etc. It's also very well connected to downtown and pretty much everywhere else. (The bus service is terrific.)