I really enjoyed staying at Twin Pines, and especially the terrace - watching the squirrels and birds in the pines. Peter's two bedroom apartment is stylish, tastefully decorated, clean and with comfortable beds. The area is quiet, but just a block away from small restaurants and neighborhood cafes. Had a great massage at the wellness center a few Blocks away, and found some good book stores.
I stayed a week and explored the art District and biked along the river - great place to bike! My favorite store Indigo is just across the street from Peter, where I bought earings from Thailand, prints from Africa and some other Asian treasures.
The food was great, and I especially liked Young Joni's and Hai hai for dinner. For lunch it was Maeve's while breakfast at the Sheridan Room was good. The Ideal Diner on Central Ave was a true workers place, and great pancakes.