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Quiet Garden Apt., geographic center of The City

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 342 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Francisco, CA
  • Place, University of San Francisco
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Presidio of San Francisco
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet Garden Apt., geographic center of The City

On a cul-de-sac in a good, safe, flat neighborhood in the geographic center of The City
Guests have said: "great value"; "cozy"; "We appreciated Howard's map and list of suggested places to eat"; "comfy beds and very quiet which made for great sleeping."
Private garage.
Private entrance.
The bedroom has a queen bed. The (larger) sitting room has a single bed, which looks sort of like a sofa, as well as a real sofa. Both rooms look out at the garden. Powder-room-size bathroom with walk-in shower. WiFi. Cable TV with Netflix et al. Wood floors.
Excellent bus connections: Downtown/Beach; Marina/MIssion. Easy walk to Golden Gate Park, Laurel Village, Clement St., and to two foodie destinations: Arsicault (best croissants in the country); Arguello Market (best sandwich—turkey—in The City). Also nearby: a classic diner, many coffee shops and restaurants, post office, pharmacy, banks, FedEx, and gas station.
Please note: no stove—alcove has microwave and mini-fridge and electric kettle, Braun coffee maker, and toaster, and glasses, dishes, and utensils. BBQ in backyard.

Registration# STR-0003153
This apartment's walkable location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of San Francisco. The apartment includes amenities such as a kitchenette and a TV.
  • The apartment offers a kitchenette, a TV, and a refrigerator
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and bike rentals
  • 6 minutes by foot from University of San Francisco and a 1-minute drive from Golden Gate Park
This apartment offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This San Francisco apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number STR-0003153

Property is also known as

Garden Apt. Center of The City
Quiet Garden Apt., Geographic Center of The City Apartment
Quiet Garden Apt., Geographic Center of The City San Francisco

Quiet Garden Apt., geographic center of The City Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 277 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a visit for my mom’s 82nd birthday trip. We were able to walk many places and it was easy to get a Wayco or Uber/Lyft when needed. Howard was a great host. He gave us an extensive list of local recommendations. As stated in the listing, there is no cooking facilities. We did not need them so the coffeemaker, mini fridge and microwave were just fine for us. The garage access would be a huge benefit if you have a car which we did not. I would not recommend this property for more than 2 adults if you are not comfortable in close quarters and sharing beds. It was perfectly fine for a mom and two daughters but maybe not for others that aren’t as close It worked perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen setup was perfect for snacks and water bottle storage. We mostly ate out or went to the local coffee house for our morning coffee. Parking was excellent, especially for smaller cars. House was extremely clean. We have nothing negative to say.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location on a quiet street. Walking distance to several good restaurants. The apartment is spacious and the bed is very comfortable. Howard is a great host; easy to reach and very responsive. We loved having the garage /driveway to park in so had no worries about parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleena R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute neighborhood, very walkable, felt very safe. My biggest complaint would be that its not very soundproof and the pillows on the bed were not very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S., Sartell MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy, very clean, quiet. Good location. Very friendly host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a nice and quiet location. Its not two separate bedrooms, just 1 bedroom with another bed in the living room area but still provided exactly what we needed to be comfortable for out stay and have our privacy. Didn't really utilize the kitchen area as our goal was to explore the city, but location was absolutely wonderful for that! House made old house noises as part of its charm
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was perfect for a home base during Outside Lands. There was plenty of street parking in addition to being able to park in the garage. Place was clean and bed was very comfortable. This is a basement apartment below other living quarters and we were pleased with the insulation/minimal noise from above. Communication with host leading up to and during stay was great. We would stay here again if/when we are visiting SF. Howard was very welcoming and gave great recommendations of places within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N., Washington DC metro area

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, comfy accomodations and our host was superb -giving us guides to local food and sights that were absolutely perfect. Highly recommend! Having a garage parking spot was a super bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Very clean, comfortable beds, and Howard was great to work with. Super friendly and great communication. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Solid Place in a Very Convenient Location

Had a great stay at Howard’s property. It is the lower level of a house, very nice having a garage if renting a vehicle. Very safe area and close access to Golden Gate Park and Muni buses. Howard was accommodating and met upon arrival. Lots of great restaurants within walking distance. If looking for a place to stay in the Richmond district or near Golden Gate Park, this is a great option!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home base for our active vacay in SF

We loved our historic 1930s efficiency/garage, 1 BR w/ kitchenette apartment in quiet Inner Richmond for a family-friendly, active vacation for 2 adults in late July 2025. Howard is a lovely host & was so helpful with advice and assistance when needed. Everything was clean & odor-free. We especially appreciated the bottled water supply for easy daily carry, the entrance shoe rack, & the fresh flowers on the bathroom shelf. Beds were comfy and temp control was great for the SF climate (daytime open windows and central heat at night when needed for the surprisingly cool SF summer). We used MUNI public transport & rideshare throughout our stay to visit all parts of the city, but there's free parking available on site if needed - a real rarity in SF. The neighborhood feels very safe and walkable, with a flat topography and plenty to eat & do nearby, from shopping off Clement to visiting excellent parks like Golden Gate, USF campus, Presidio, and Baker Beach. The unit comes with most amenities you'd need except hair conditioner, so bring that essential for long hair if a necessity for you. I'd also suggest bringing earplugs, noise-cancelling headphones, or a white noise maker if you're bothered by sounds of antique hardwood floors creaking or standard urban neighborhood activity (conversations & TV/stereo sounds from adjacent homes). Having stayed in historic city homes, we were prepared for these things and it was no problem for us. I'd definitely rent again. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alli H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location! Howard is a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Perfect for what we needed. Loved having the garage to park in. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Clean and comfortable. Quiet and secure neighborhood. Having a garage to park my rental car was a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy apartment on a quiet cul-de-sac

Great neighborhood within walking distance of restaurants, grocery and Golden Gate Park. A nice quiet retreat at the end of our day. We had a garage for our car. Everything felt safe and secure. Howard was very helpful with suggestions for where to eat and what to do.
Golden Gate Park
Half Moon Bay
Point Reyes Lighthouse
Muir Woods
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rest in the Heart of San Francisco

We had a wonderful time staying in the quiet garden apartment. Everything was perfect. Howard was amazing. We didn’t want to leave. Thank you to Howard for having us and to the city of San Francisco for giving us a break from the craziness of the world.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming spot

We loved our stay in Howard’s apartment. The neighborhood is perfect for exploring in all directions—Richmond with all its great restaurants, Golden Gate Park and the de Young museum, the Presidio etc. Nearby Geary street gives you a. Straight shot downtown on the bus. Howard was very helpful and communicative and we particularly appreciated his letting us leave our luggage for a late pick up on our last day. It was a delightful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melora L., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy garage apartment in the perfect location

The apartment is tucked behind the garage with a delightful garden view. Communication and check-in were easy and efficient. The space is as pictured - a little dated but very clean and comfortable. The bathroom and kitchette are small but set-up perfectly and work great! The bed and linens were very comfortable and there were special things like fresh flowers in the bathroom! I appreciated having a table, chairs and living area. The location is an easy walk to many coffee shops, restaurants and the Golden Gate Park!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Host was the best!

We were very fortunate to have found a place in close proximity to the hospital. Howard was very gracious and prompt in his communications with us and we looked forward to our stay. Unfortunately, the surgery that was to take place had been postponed (four times) and we were unable to stay at the Quiet Garden this time. Howard was very understanding and left a great impression on us, we will look forward to coming here under better circumstances and enjoying his hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host and location

Sweet comfortable quiet garage level apt in good location. Many local restaurants nearby. Efficiency kitchen. Howard who lives upstairs, is a lovely, accommodating host. Parking is moderately challenging if the driveway is blocked which, during our stay, was the case.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

hillary h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, perfect location, exceptional host

This flat is perfect for either a couple or a single person, we stayed with our adult child who slept out in the living room. It isn't a full two bedrooms, that's the only thing to consider if your group really does require two separate bedrooms and a living area. The second bed is in the living area which was perfect for us. The area is an ideal location, Howard is a wonderful host, it is a beautiful setting and incredibly quiet! If you are looking for a comfortable, quiet, and convenient place to stay in SF close to parks, cafes, and shops, this place is a winner. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well Located Property

We spent 10 days here as we helped our son who was hospitalized locally. Two of the main reasons we selected this property were its location and the availability of a garage because parking is a major issue in San Francisco. We were quite pleased with those aspects of the property.Two issues came up early in our stay and Howard was incredibly responsive. Both issues were resolved within a couple of hours of raising them. Howard treated us well and respected our privacy.The apartment is behind the garage in the main building and it faces the backyard. As a result, it was quiet and we had no trouble sleeping.The apartment is on the dark side with one window in the main living area and two in the bedroom. On a cloudy San Francisco day, this lacks the cheery feeling we needed. The place is comfortable but dark.The bathroom and kitchenette are very small. The kitchen sink sits beneath the counter, making it difficult to clean dishes. There are plenty of good restaurants nearby but eating in is challenging. Rental prices in San Francisco are extremely high. We were glad to find this property at a reasonable rate for our extended stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter M., Makanda, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location near Golden Gate Park.

Nice basement apartment. Small wet bar/minimalist kitchen. Small bathroom shower with excellent water pressure. Very comfortable bed. Cute backyard with flowers and patio table. An excellent experience in a wonderfully quiet neighborhood on the west side of the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Inner Richmond

Howard is a great host. Left us a list of nearby restaurants and services. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe. Very walkable. I probably would not say there was a kitchen in the unit. It was more like a kitchenette. But overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025