The house is clean and serene. I didn't use the kitchen but it's fully available to you. All of the bathrooms were also always available despite other guests occupying the house. Michael was extremely accountable, in touch throughout my stay. I even got a call the moment my room was ready (ahead of the stated check-in time). The room was spacious (got upgraded from Lavender to Blue!), the bed was comfortable, and the balcony view was lovely. As for location, I was able to walk to Little Italy, Balboa Park and the Gaslamp District. Be prepared for hills, though! It is removed from the more modern, bustling blocks, and you should plan to use Uber if you're uneasy at night - the host recommends this in the complimentary travel guide - but as a petite young female, I felt safe walking around the area, even in the dark.