Victorian retreat w/ skyline views
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Step into a top-floor Victorian retreat in Bernal Heights, where city skyline views & historic charm await you. - Sleeps 4 | 2 bedrooms | 2 beds | 1 bath - Private balcony & fully fenced backyard w/ outdoor furniture - City skyline & Bay Bridge views from living areas - Full kitchen, Keurig, dining table & dedicated workspace - HDTV w/ Roku, BOSE sound system & yoga mat - Free street parking & self check-in via lockbox
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Mornings in this top-floor apartment begin with light drifting through historic windows, rooftops stretching below and the Bay Bridge visible in the distance. As dusk settles over Bernal Heights, city lights flicker to life and the skyline takes on a quiet warmth - a view best appreciated from your own private balcony with the cool San Francisco air around you. Central heating keeps things comfortable through the city's cooler months, and the apartment's layered interiors - original artwork, diamond-pitched ceilings, Mid-Century Modern pieces alongside antiques and vintage finds - make it easy to stay in as much as go out. This top-floor, 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment occupies the entire second floor of one of Bernal Heights' oldest Victorian homes, cared for by the same family across generations and featured in San Francisco tour books. Original architectural character runs throughout, from the shaped ceilings to the curated mix of furnishings that reflect the home's long creative history. Sleeping arrangements One bedroom is fitted with a Queen bed and a uniquely shaped walk-in closet. The second bedroom offers a Full bed with additional clothing storage nearby. Luxury 100% Bamboo sheet linens, extra pillows, and blankets are provided. Kitchen & dining The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, microwave, hot water kettle, toaster, baking sheet, wine glasses, and cooking basics. A Keurig coffee machine makes mornings easy. The dining table offers a comfortable spot for meals or casual work sessions, and Wifi is available throughout. Bathroom The bathroom includes a bathtub, hair dryer, hot water, and Public Goods shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. Workspace & extras A dedicated workspace is available in a shared indoor area, equipped with a surge protector. For downtime, the apartment has an HDTV with Roku, a BOSE Bluetooth sound system, books and reading material, and a yoga mat for stretching or mindfulness. Hangers, an iron, and ample clothing storage - including a walk-in closet, closet, and dresser - are all provided. Outdoor spaces Step outside onto the private patio or balcony for fresh air and city views. A fully fenced backyard with outdoor furniture provides additional space to pause and take in the surroundings at your own pace. Location Bernal Heights is a warm, characterful neighborhood known for its colorful Victorian homes, local markets, and inclusive community feel. Cafes, restaurants, parks, and public transit are within walking distance, with easy access to the Mission District and Valencia Corridor. Bernal Hill - one of the city's best viewpoints - is nearby and especially rewarding on a clear winter day. Free street parking is available, and self check-in via lockbox makes arrival straightforward. This apartment suits couples, friends, or solo travelers looking for a grounded San Francisco base with genuine character, skyline views, and a neighborhood that feels lived-in and real.
Other Details to Note
Welcome to Our Home Please remember, you’re staying in a home, not a hotel. We ask that you treat our space with respect and care. Meet your host We host lives downstairs in the lower part of the house. You’re always welcome to say hello, but we’re equally happy to give you complete privacy during your stay—whatever makes you most comfortable. Your entrance is separate from theirs, enjoy. Co-host Support Our wonderful co-hosts from Home Sweet Host Property Management are available to assist with anything you need during your stay. Location Our home is situated up a steep hill, with at least two hills to reach Mission Street. You will get your exercise walking up our hill. Access You’ll have a lockbox on the front iron gate and a private entrance to the apartment, ensuring independence and privacy. Lost keys incur a $50 replacement fee. House Rules -No parties or events -No smoking anywhere on the property, including the roof deck -No pets (we prefer no service animals due to allergies) -No packages to be mailed to the house -Please keep noise levels down after 9:00 pm (the apartment is above a house in a residential area) IMPORTANT DETAILS Please note that there are at least 12 shallow steps on a narrow staircase leading up to the apartment. While they’re easy to navigate, we ask that you take care when using them. Parking: 2-hour limit between 8 am–6 pm, free from 6 pm–8 am. You’ll need to move your car every two hours during the day (common in San Francisco) Children & Pets We love children and pets but prefer no children under 12 due to a sliding glass door (to a deck that is 25’ high) that doesn’t lock, narrow stairs and our allergies to pets. No Packages Please do not send packages to the house.
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What this place offers
Amenities
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Entertainment
- Books
- Exercise equipment
- Sound system
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Common
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Heating and cooling
- Portable fans
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Parking and facilities
- Free street parking
House Rules
Accessibility
Neighborhood
THE NEIGHBORHOOD Outdoor enthusiasts, indoor bookworms, and foodies rejoice! Bernal Heights’ accessibility extends far beyond its practical commuter conveniences. Warm and inviting, Bernal Heights’ bright Victorian homes, organic markets, and gay and inclusive bars and cafes enhance its welcoming atmosphere. Nestled between the peaks of San Francisco’s rolling hills, this casual and approachable neighborhood is a charming residential respite in the City by the Bay. Bernal Height was voted the hottest neighborhood in America recently. Here’s what folks are saying: “Bernal Heights has “It”. It has the small town feel while still being in San Francisco. You can feel as though you’re separated from the craziness of the city when you get home, yet are so close if you desire a night on the town.” There are so many restaurants (too many to count), coffee shops, and cool places to go within walking distance of the house. It’s also within waling distance of our major public transportation (BART & MUNI) and near one of the most amazing spots in the entire city-Bernal Hill. We LOVE our neighborhood. And know you will too. And we are near the dynamic and Historic Mission district and the very hip and happening Valencia Corridor.
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