Golden Gate Park & Museums 1 Block Away; Garage, Laundry Room, EV Charger
5.0
Outstanding(116 Reviews)House in San Francisco, CA
5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
The San Francisco Duck’s Nest is a huge, sunny, 2 bedroom, Edwardian flat which has just been completely renovated. With walnut wainscoting, inlaid oak hardwood floors, fireplace, and polished brass fixtures throughout, it combines classic San Francisco with all modern conveniences. “If you are going to San Francisco”, and want to stay in a home that truly makes you feel warm and welcomed the minute you enter, with a garage and complete laundry room, and/or enjoy running, cycling, or walking in Golden Gate Park, this is the location!
Most folks visiting San Francisco often spend at least a day visiting Golden Gate Park, the de Young Museum, Academy of Sciences, Japanese Tea Gardens, or strolling through the world famous Conservatory of Flowers. There is something nice about getting up, having a cup of coffee at home (or at the coffee shop around the corner), and just walking to the end of the block to enjoy these activities.
With The Duck’s Nest as your home in San Francisco, you will have a new 55” Sony Bravia High Definition television with home theatre surround sound system, complete with DirecTV/HBO/DVR and a video library of 25+movies filmed in SF, computer/printer/Wi-Fi, new granite counter tops in the kitchen , all new stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, chef range, dishwasher), a laundry room with new frontloading washer and dryer, new 23' Samsung Hi-Def television in master bedroom (DirecTV/HBO), and a secure garage with extra storage space for large items (golf clubs, bicycles, kayaks, etc.)
The wonderful, central, location of The Duck’s Nest will help make your visit to San Francisco so easy and convenient, you’ll want to leave the car in the garage. A new, upscale, grocery store with full deli is one block away, go one block in another direction and there’s a children’s playground. Restaurants of almost every ethnicity and type (from high end French cuisine to classic American diner) and pubs galore (some with live entertainment) are a 10-15 minute walk from your front door. Four major bus-lines (1 to 3 blocks away) take you to all other major sightseeing attractions in San Francisco and a 15-20 minute walk will get you to the University of San Francisco campus, the Haight Ashbury district, or the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center.
And lastly, you’ll find all the “small but important” things within The Duck’s Nest to make your stay enjoyable, fun, and special. A master bedroom, quiet, and romantically secluded in the back and away from the living and dining room, complete with superior linens and regular/memory foam/orthopedic/Euro pillows. A bathroom with 8 sets of elegant bath linens and plush terry cloth robes. A kitchen with small appliances, cooking utensils, a ceiling mounted pots/pan rack, and a stainless steel preparation table with stools underneath so you don’t have to stand when cooking gourmet meals. A laundry room to do your wash while you sleep, cook, or go out for the day or evening. A living room where you’ll choose between kicking back in a cozy recliner, stretching out on a comfy couch with bunches of pillows, curling up in a huge overstuffed chair, or checking out the French pane bay window seat (somehow folks always seem to like doing this!)
So choose from among The Duck’s Nest sightseeing guide books, family board games, or DVD’s from our collection of popular San Francisco movies, perhaps something like Escape from Alcatraz or The Rock if you are planning on visiting Alcatraz tomorrow. Toss a self-lighting Dura-Flame log into the fireplace, curl up on the couch and enjoy.
You’re home in San Francisco.
Keywords: Flat, Duplex
Most folks visiting San Francisco often spend at least a day visiting Golden Gate Park, the de Young Museum, Academy of Sciences, Japanese Tea Gardens, or strolling through the world famous Conservatory of Flowers. There is something nice about getting up, having a cup of coffee at home (or at the coffee shop around the corner), and just walking to the end of the block to enjoy these activities.
With The Duck’s Nest as your home in San Francisco, you will have a new 55” Sony Bravia High Definition television with home theatre surround sound system, complete with DirecTV/HBO/DVR and a video library of 25+movies filmed in SF, computer/printer/Wi-Fi, new granite counter tops in the kitchen , all new stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, chef range, dishwasher), a laundry room with new frontloading washer and dryer, new 23' Samsung Hi-Def television in master bedroom (DirecTV/HBO), and a secure garage with extra storage space for large items (golf clubs, bicycles, kayaks, etc.)
The wonderful, central, location of The Duck’s Nest will help make your visit to San Francisco so easy and convenient, you’ll want to leave the car in the garage. A new, upscale, grocery store with full deli is one block away, go one block in another direction and there’s a children’s playground. Restaurants of almost every ethnicity and type (from high end French cuisine to classic American diner) and pubs galore (some with live entertainment) are a 10-15 minute walk from your front door. Four major bus-lines (1 to 3 blocks away) take you to all other major sightseeing attractions in San Francisco and a 15-20 minute walk will get you to the University of San Francisco campus, the Haight Ashbury district, or the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center.
And lastly, you’ll find all the “small but important” things within The Duck’s Nest to make your stay enjoyable, fun, and special. A master bedroom, quiet, and romantically secluded in the back and away from the living and dining room, complete with superior linens and regular/memory foam/orthopedic/Euro pillows. A bathroom with 8 sets of elegant bath linens and plush terry cloth robes. A kitchen with small appliances, cooking utensils, a ceiling mounted pots/pan rack, and a stainless steel preparation table with stools underneath so you don’t have to stand when cooking gourmet meals. A laundry room to do your wash while you sleep, cook, or go out for the day or evening. A living room where you’ll choose between kicking back in a cozy recliner, stretching out on a comfy couch with bunches of pillows, curling up in a huge overstuffed chair, or checking out the French pane bay window seat (somehow folks always seem to like doing this!)
So choose from among The Duck’s Nest sightseeing guide books, family board games, or DVD’s from our collection of popular San Francisco movies, perhaps something like Escape from Alcatraz or The Rock if you are planning on visiting Alcatraz tomorrow. Toss a self-lighting Dura-Flame log into the fireplace, curl up on the couch and enjoy.
You’re home in San Francisco.
Keywords: Flat, Duplex
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of San Francisco, CA
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(116 Reviews)5.0
Our stay seriously couldn’t have been better. Robert was the most excellent gentleman to deal with. The ducks nest was an epic place and it provided everything we could’ve possibly asked for. It was impeccably maintained, spacious and he provided all the amenities in a fashion way beyond what we needed. Robert was very communicative with us as well and the stay we had for seven weeks was something I’ll ever forget. The process and booking was also seamless. I would highly recommend this VRBO from Robert and his place in San Francisco, which was in a tremendous location and easily accessible to everything we wanted to enjoy in San Francisco. Kudos to Robert in a big way!!! Thank you.
5.0
Our stay in San Francisco at the Duck's Nest exceeded our expectations. We loved being so close to Golden Gate Park and riding our bikes all around the city. The home is clean and comfortable with plush towels and comfy bedding. The entire house is well stocked and one does not need to bring anything extra as all is provided for. The house itself has a neat history and the neighbors along the street were nice to meet. We stayed over five weeks and we were very sad to leave. Best of all is the owner Rob, who is a delight and a wealth of San Francisco knowledge. We hope to return again soon!
5.0
Superb property in an outstanding location. Property maintained in pristine condition. One block from Golden Gate park; near major supermarket and specialty coffee shop. Well equipped home with all you need for a memorable stay. Five stars do not do this home justice. Owners communicative and very pleasant.
5.0
My stay at the Duck’s Nest couldn’t have been more seamless! Rob is a great host covering for your every need and then some. He’s fully stocked on items travelers often forget at home and is communicative to make sure your check-in process is as smooth as possible. Located right off Golden Gate Park and near the Presidio, this home has a taste of everything SF has to offer!
5.0
We stayed here for 7 months while our house was being remodeled (more than we expected). Overall, it was a great place to stay. There's plenty of room: 2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and pantry. Our favorite feature was all the natural light, given windows on all sides (unusual for a SF row house). We also appreciated the garage parking spot; street parking is in short supply.
The location also is great. 1/2 block from GG Park, near the museums, bandstand, and Tea Garden; great walking, running, bike riding, skating, people watching, music in the park, holiday lights, etc. It's also within close walking distance to some great restaurants, a local coffee shop, and a Safeway grocery store. And you can get anywhere in the city in minutes by car or public transport.
Also worthy of praise is Rob, the proprietor. He's just a great guy. Very communicative, pro-active, and knowledgeable about the area (an SF resident since the Summer of Love).
Hope you enjoy your stay in the Duck's Nest as much as we did.
5.0
Very charming flat in a great location!
We stayed here for 7 months while our house was being remodeled (more than we expected). Overall, it was a great place to stay. There's plenty of room: 2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and pantry. Our favorite feature was all the natural light, given windows on all sides (unusual for a SF row house). We also appreciated the garage parking spot; street parking is in short supply.
The location also is great. 1/2 block from GG Park, near the museums, bandstand, and Tea Garden; great walking, running, bike riding, skating, people watching, music in the park, holiday lights, etc. It's also within close walking distance to some great restaurants, a local coffee shop, and a Safeway grocery store. And you can get anywhere in the city in minutes by car or public transport.
Also worthy of praise is Rob, the proprietor. He's just a great guy. Very communicative, pro-active, and knowledgeable about the area (an SF resident since the Summer of Love).
Hope you enjoy your stay in the Duck's Nest as much as we did.
5.0
DUCK'S NEST
What an absolutely perfect property. It is in a great location, for a visit to the city and as a single, senior I felt very safe. The home had every amenity I could want. It was so comfortable and I really felt at home there. I hoe to stay there again soon.
5.0
Everything about our stay was perfect. Location, comfort, kitchen etc were all excellent. Cozy and comfortable in every way. Homeowners have thought of everything to make guests feel at home. Best stocked supplies ever too. Thanks for letting us share the Duck Nest. A real pleasure!
5.0
Wonderful Home Away
Everything about our stay was perfect. Location, comfort, kitchen etc were all excellent. Cozy and comfortable in every way. Homeowners have thought of everything to make guests feel at home. Best stocked supplies ever too. Thanks for letting us share the Duck Nest. A real pleasure!
5.0
The “Duck’s Nest” is a great place. You immediately feel like you are a San Francisco native. The hosts are the absolute best. We felt very well taken care of. This is a great place to stay.
5.0
Loved it!!!
The “Duck’s Nest” is a great place. You immediately feel like you are a San Francisco native. The hosts are the absolute best. We felt very well taken care of. This is a great place to stay.
5.0
Feeling Like a Local
The Duck's Nest is a lovely place for a relaxed San Francisco stay in a quiet and charming neighbourhood. Lots of convenient stores and good restaurants within walking distance (more on that later). Having a garage is great and owner Rob is most helpful in making sure all is well. The apartment is very clean, well equipped and comfortable. I loved the wood deck out back, sitting on the steps with morning coffee or evening wine, watching the fog roll in or out. I have family nearby and this will be my place of choice to come back to - I already look forward to my next stay!
5.0
Ducks Nest was the best!!!
Rob and Diana have the perfect home to explore and enjoy all that San Francisco has to offer. Location was ideal. Right next to GG Park and many many great restaurants. The garage made life great for parking and stowing our bikes. Rob was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Everything we needed was supplied and made for easy living. Thanks Rob for helping to make our month in San Francisco a perfect stay.
5.0
Wonderful and memorable stay that exceeded our expectations
We are frequent visitors in SF and love the city and especially the Golden Gate park. We stayed at the Duck's Nest for almost 4 months (a family of 4, including 2 kids, plus a nanny and a dog). Overall, I don't think there is a better place in the market in terms of location, amenities, owner availability and hospitality and price. The place is not super fancy and super modern, but this is not what predetermined the best memories for us during our stay. The apartment has literally everything you need to enjoy the stay, including washing and drying machines and a garage where we left both our car and a stroller, etc. The location is just superb: within 1 block from the GG park and nearby playgrounds for kids, museums, botanical gardens, etc. and many nice cafes and restaurants in a walking distance, plus a large Safeway grocery just 2 blocks away. The neighborhood is quiet, as well as the neighbors. The owners have been extremely nice and accommodating to all our requests and are just great people that we enjoying talking to and already miss them - this was a great bonus that you do not normally expect. A perfect fit for a mid-term family stay in a wonderful city.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at the Duck's Nest for Christmas and New Year's. The house was beautifully decorated for the holidays when we arrived. It was very well provisioned with everything we needed. Just one block from Golden Gate Park and plenty of room in the garage for our car. It was the perfect place for us. Thank you Rob and Lisa!
5.0
Wonderful holiday stay at Duck's Nest
We had a wonderful stay at the Duck's Nest for Christmas and New Year's. The house was beautifully decorated for the holidays when we arrived. It was very well provisioned with everything we needed. Just one block from Golden Gate Park and plenty of room in the garage for our car. It was the perfect place for us. Thank you Rob and Lisa!
5.0
The location is amazing, especially if you have children or want to explore the many museums and activities in Golden Gate Park. The rest of the city is a convenient drive, and city buses are just down the street for those without a car.
The owners were extremely nice, helpful and quickly attended to any issues that came up during our stay. They even provided child gates, high chairs and kid dishes for our children, which was greatly appreciated!
The neighborhood is peaceful too, and the private garage and in-unit laundry are really convenient. The place feels homey and has everything you need (office supplies, kitchen supplies, toiletries, etc). Would definitely recommend staying here!
5.0
Awesome Location with Great Owners
The location is amazing, especially if you have children or want to explore the many museums and activities in Golden Gate Park. The rest of the city is a convenient drive, and city buses are just down the street for those without a car.
The owners were extremely nice, helpful and quickly attended to any issues that came up during our stay. They even provided child gates, high chairs and kid dishes for our children, which was greatly appreciated!
The neighborhood is peaceful too, and the private garage and in-unit laundry are really convenient. The place feels homey and has everything you need (office supplies, kitchen supplies, toiletries, etc). Would definitely recommend staying here!
5.0
lovely appartment for a wonderful stay in SF
We spent 4 weeks at the Duck nest for a wonderful and unforgettable stay in SF. We were four adult people (parents, two daughters). We fully confirm all the compliments of our predecessors and we had everything we needed for our quite prolonged stay. The appartment is cosy and functional, well located at the edge of the Golden park (5 mn walk to the main museum), the area is quiet and lovely, and we used the bus 5 at the street corner which was very convenient to reach all the sites of interest of the city. We could also appreciate the kindness and availibility of Rob for all his valuable advises, especially when our oldest daughter needed urgent dentist care (!). We highly recommend the Duck nest to everyone who would like to visit SF and the area. Special thank you also to our successors (former renters) approached by Rob, who have kindly accepted to move their booking in order to let us extend our stay in California.
5.0
A perfect stay with fantastic owners
We stay for 10 days in this very beautiful house. Everything is perfect and the owner was very fantastic with us! If we will come back in San Francisco we hope we can come back here, in this fantastic house to meet again the fantastic owners!
5.0
The hosts of Ducks Nest are the nicest you will find
We stayed at Ducks Nest for a month and could not have been happier. Everything was as described. The hosts were such good people, prompt with information, easy to get hold of in case of issues and very responsive to requests. The location is in a nice neighborhood, 2 blocks from GG park and close to wonderful restaurants. We really felt we were living in a neighborhood home and not in a touristy part of town at all. We will definitely be back.
5.0
The Ducks Nest
We just spent 5 nights at this wonderful home. We needed 3 separate sleeping spaces and although this is a two bedroom there is a cozy daybed in the dining room, which can be closed off for privacy. The house is spotless! At every turn there are dining guides, instructions for use of the washer/dryer (so convenient), the Internet, TV, and a guest book. There are travel books and every household/personal need was easily satisfied. There are thick white towels, robes and toiletries! Actually no need to bring your hair dryer or shampoo it's all there ! We arrived a few hours early and my son in law was really feeling sick. No problem, Rob gave us early access! Oh and there is a garage, but you are only a block from the Golden Gate Park! Enjoy your stay!
5.0
Best stay with VRBO ever!
We are frequent VRBO stayers and rely heavily on reviews, so we were careful on this.
Background - we came to SF to be there for our first grandchild and needed a pet friendly place with two bedrooms and close to the Western Addition. We have absolutely no criticism's of the Duck's Nest and the owners. Some of the great (and not all) things we found included: a well prepared / stocked home down to unbelievable detail, everything worked, we had a garage (and parking in front), great access to Golden Gate park, enough room to watch sports events / movies in the living room for (6) plus pets, very comfortable beds, a great laundry room, kitchen and back yard. Finally Lisa, Diana and Rob Duca were great hosts / owners!! It was simply perfect for us! BTW, we had a healthy grandson!
5.0
Awesome vacation rental
Our first visit to San Francisco was easy and enjoyable thanks to finding The Duck's Nest on VRBO. We spent a week there with our 23-year old son, and the spacious flat was so much better than staying in a cramped hotel room. It had everything we needed and wanted, so we felt like we were coming home after each long day of sightseeing. The one thing I should mention is there are a lot of steep stairs to get inside, so if you have much luggage or can't do stairs, then this might be a problem. Otherwise, it is easy access to the grocery store and bus stops and Golden Gate Park. Other added bonuses are the comfortable beds, nice shower and good wi-fi....three things we always look for in a rental! Thanks to Rob for doing a great job communicating before, during and after our stay as well....we really appreciated it!!
5.0
Great Location
I believe anyone would love the opportunity that this property and its location offers. The residence is comfortable and clean, Has easy access to shopping and restaurants, a walk in the park, and has mass transit to every corner of the city. We rented a vehicle and had a garage to park in which parking is premium. The best part of this property is the owners who see to your every need. Loved it.
5.0
Perfect place
This home is the best vacation rental we've ever stayed in, and we've stayed at several. Great home, great location, and great owner! Clean, super comfy beds, and walking distance to groceries and restaurants. We were grandparents with 3 kids ages 7-14, and it was the perfect location. We enjoyed the golden gate park, Academy of science, and hop on hop off bus. Really great place!
5.0
It couldn't have been better
We spent four nights at the Duck's Nest at the beginning of a two week California trip, and it really couldn't have been better. The property is clean, comfortable, spacious, homely, and astonishingly well-equipped - it has everything you need, including lots of things you didn't really think about, but Rob did, so when you realise you need it, it's there. The neighbourhood is great, with the park literally at the end of the street, a supermarket 5 minutes away, and easy transport connections to everywhere. We were also lucky enough to meet Rob on our last day, and he's a lovely guy, and gave us some great advice on the drive down to Monterey.
5.0
We loved our San Francisco home!
Our family of four (including two college age sons) stayed at the Duck's Nest for a week in March. It was so comfortable and convenient. Rob and family thought of everything! (from big screen tv with surround sound, coffee and champagne, to extra toiletries and laundry supplies) We purchased Muni passes for the first half of the week and easily got around the city by bus and cable car. We rented a car from the nearby Enterprise location later in the week to get out on day trips and so appreciated the garage included with the Nest. Lastly, we were very pleased with the strong wi-fi signal (a huge plus with our boys) and the availability of a computer and printer - nice for printing local maps and boarding passes on the day of our departure. Rob was wonderful to work with from the moment we sent our initial inquiry, and we were fortunate enough to meet him as we departed. Thanks for sharing your lovely home and for your genuine hospitality, Rob!
5.0
Cozy with character
We have stayed at many rentals. This was at the top of the list. Rob was so great with communication and everywhere we turned we found little extras that made our stay so much better. Little notes offering us this or that, even new toothbrushes if we forgot ours! Lots of coffee, spices, even wine! A peice of history close to golden gate park. Lots of maps and guide books too!
5.0
Wonderful Stay!
The Ducks Neat is a beautifully appointed, historical home 1/2 a block from Golden Gate Park. This home has everything! And the owners are very hands on with instructions, assistance and tips. The house is large by SF standards and nicely decorated. The beds are very comfy! There is a garage for a midsize car, which makes parking a dream! So many restaurants and sights very close. Golden Gate Park is the most wonderful park in the world! Museums, lakes, botanical gardens, and beautiful flora and fauna.
5.0
This Place Has All Its "Ducks in a Row"!
The "Duck's Nest" was the perfect place to begin our San Francisco adventure. Communication with Rob before, during and after the rental was warm and easy - we felt like we were old friends before we even arrived. The rental is spacious, inviting, full of personality and stocked with everything you might want or need - there was even a bottle of champagne to greet us upon our arrival. The rooms are clean, the beds are comfortable and the decor is charming (loved having the warm glow of the Christmas tree in the window as we arrived - thank you!) The location is perfect - we decided not to rent a car until the day we left for Sonoma, and were never once disappointed with our decision. Golden Gate Park is just a few blocks away, as are wonderful neighborhood restaurants and a fabulous grocery store. Public transportation is a breeze. We heartily recommend getting a CityPASS if you are in town for a few days -it will make your lives so much easier! Go to the museums, hop the boat to Alcatraz, walk the bridge, ride the cable cars as many times as you can and then return to your cozy nest for a restful night before you begin the next day's adventures. We recommend The Duck's Nest without reservation and would gladly fly in here again and again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in San Francisco?
The average price for a rental in San Francisco is $313 per night. This rental is $6 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Golden Gate Park & Museums 1 Block Away; Garage, Laundry Room, EV Charger. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Golden Gate Park & Museums 1 Block Away; Garage, Laundry Room, EV Charger pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Golden Gate Park & Museums 1 Block Away; Garage, Laundry Room, EV Charger?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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