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  • Our Victorian bed and breakfast in the heart of San Francisco.
    Enjoy the hot tub tub at our beautiful garden.
    The English Garden features a charming Gazebo with a Redwood Hot Tub. Surely one of our favorite features!!! And, Jasmine vines grow in the latticework making the experience especially fragrant and unforgettable.
    Our lovely English Garden is a marvelously quiet, relaxing space. A large variety of exotic plants keep the garden lush and green all year round.
    We do a sumptuous buffet breakfast each morning from 7:00 to 11:00 AM ... (it always bothers me when B&B's stop serving breakfast at 9:00 AM!!!) Fruit, Cheeses, Cold Cuts, Hard Boiled Brown Eggs, Breads & Muffins, Hot and Cold Cereals, Quiche, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Coffees, Teas ... enjoy!!!
    Welcome to one of our charming "Double" parlors. Guests relax here enjoying the authentic Victorian ambiance and decor. We offer complementary fruit and beverages at all hours. There are also many beautiful books about San Francisco and California history and architecture.
    This is one of our "Spacious" rooms ... each has a Queen sized Featherbed and a Private Bath. These are some of our most elegant rooms, with nice sitting areas. Two of the Spacious Rooms are "Intermediate" in size. Five of the Spacious Rooms are "Master Bedrooms", and two of them also have a "Daybed" (which consists of two twin beds ... one stored under the other).
    This is a sample of our "Cozy" rooms ... four have Private Baths, and two have Share Baths. These rooms have Double (Full) Featherbeds. "Cozy" is a euphemism for "Tiny' ... so think European "Tiny" sized rooms ... very charming, though!!!
    We have six deluxe Rooms with "Jacuzzi" Type Spa Tubs ... and three in The Garden Cottage next door have fireplaces as well. They all have Queen FeatherBeds and Private Baths. We also have a large Apartment (sleeps 6) in the Garden Cottage ... Queen Bed in Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room with Queen Bed and two Twin Beds, and a Spa Tub in the Private Bath.
    • Nightly Rate $155 - $245
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    • Reviews 21  
    • Rooms 21
    • Accepts Gift Cards

    • Address 943 South Van Ness Avenue
      San Francisco, CA 94110-2613
      USA
    • Phone+1-415-641-0188
    • Fax+1-415-641-1701
    • Toll free+1-800-359-0913
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    Welcome to one of San Francisco's finest Victorian Mansion Bed and Breakfast Inns. Classical music, candlelight, and the fragrance of flowers set a mood that takes you back in time. Victorian photographs, ornate woodwork, oriental carpets, marble fireplaces, and an historic San Francisco library complete the setting. The Inn is in the City's sunniest residential neighborhood near The Mission Dolores, Noe Valley, the Castro, and the South of Market. Virtually all of San Francisco's attractions are within minutes by car or public transportation. In our grand double parlors we offer a generous breakfast buffet of fresh squeezed orange juice, fruit, home-baked breads, hard-cooked eggs, and gourmet roast coffee. Complimentary beverages and fruit are always available. Our guests enjoy the marvelous panoramic view of San Francisco from our rooftop sundeck. In our peaceful English garden we have a redwood hot tub sheltered by a jasmine-covered gazebo. The elegant guest rooms are unique and have been individually decorated with antique furnishings, fresh flowers and featherbeds. Our deluxe bedrooms offer whirlpool spa,and/or fireplace.

    Rooms & Rates


    Spacious Room-Queen Bed

    1 Queen Beds, Private Bath, sleeps4
    Average Nightly Rate $245
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    Jacuzzi Room-Queen Bed

    1 Queen Beds, Private Bath, sleeps2
    Average Nightly Rate $265
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    Cozy Double-Private Bath

    1 Double Beds, Private Bath, sleeps2
    Average Nightly Rate $175
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    Garden Cottage

    Private Bath, sleeps6
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    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 21 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.0 out of 5
     

    A beautiful building in an excellent location

    February 27, 2013

    My wife and I stayed here in February and were a little sad to only be staying one night, as this is a lovely building with a friendly staff. We reserved a parking spot immediately after booking our room and that worked out excellently, since we could keep our car in a garage across the street and not have to worry about parking throughout our stay. The view from the roof deck is wonderful. There is a lot to do withing walking distance, and downtown is easily reached via public transit.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    A very pleasant experience

    November 16, 2012

    My husband & I stayed a couple of nights in October. Perfect location to get to everything you'd want to see. Room was quite comfortable. Staff was so helpful and friendly. And breakfast was unbelievable! Was especially enjoyable to spend a leisurely breakfast with visitors from other parts of the world and the US. Would definitely stay here again. Visitors from Illinois

    5 out of 5
     

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    March 16, 2012

    Warm & friendly place. Breakfast was wonderful. Great place to stay. Near lots of restaurants.

    3.0 out of 5
     

    Great breakfast buffet

    February 03, 2012

    Large room with windows that opened, good because the room was stuffy at night. Plenty of hot water, however was disappointed in the bathroom toiletries, second rate at best. Bed was comfortable. Location on busy street in Mission District, parking is a headache. Great breakfast buffet, lots of choices and fresh fruit in abundance. Pricey stay.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Fred Girodat, Manager

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Chinese (Cantonese)

    • Chinese (Mandarin)

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $155 - $245

    Spacious Room-Queen Bed

    Our spacious rooms have queen size featherbeds, sitting areas, and private baths. For you, that special touch may be the clawfoot tub, bay window, or a Victorian wallcovering. Check-in time: 2:00 P.M. Check-out time: 12:00 P.M.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $245/$245
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    Jacuzzi Room-Queen Bed

    Fully-appointed deluxe bedrooms complete with queen size featherbeds and private jacuzzi. Check-in time: 2:00 P.M. Check-out time: 12:00 P.M.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $265/$265
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    Cozy Double-Private Bath

    This cozy double room is furnished with a double featherbed, phone, refrigerator and color TVs. Includes a private bathroom with shower. Check-in time: 2:00 P.M. Check-out time: 12:00 P.M.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Double

    Nightly Rate
    (High/Low Season)
    $175/$175
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    Garden Cottage

    Our Garden Cottage Apartment sleeps up to six (queen bed in bedroom, and queen plus two twins in living room), and it features a gas fireplace, country-style kitchen and large bathroom with deep jacuzzi whirlpool bathtub.

    • Maximum Capacity: 6
    • Bathroom Private Bath

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 2:00 pm    Check Out: 12:00 pm

    • Minimum Stay: Some Weekends & Holidays

    • Deposit Amount Required: To confirm your reservation, either Prepayment or Secured Credit Card Agreement, of the first night's charges is required.

    • Cancellations: 7 day notice required. If there is an emergency, guest agrees to be responsible for it and pay for first night's charges.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Bring your own

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Please notify Inn in advance

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 21 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.0 out of 5
     

    A beautiful building in an excellent location

    February 27, 2013

    My wife and I stayed here in February and were a little sad to only be staying one night, as this is a lovely building with a friendly staff. We reserved a parking spot immediately after booking our room and that worked out excellently, since we could keep our car in a garage across the street and not have to worry about parking throughout our stay. The view from the roof deck is wonderful. There is a lot to do withing walking distance, and downtown is easily reached via public transit.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    A very pleasant experience

    November 16, 2012

    My husband & I stayed a couple of nights in October. Perfect location to get to everything you'd want to see. Room was quite comfortable. Staff was so helpful and friendly. And breakfast was unbelievable! Was especially enjoyable to spend a leisurely breakfast with visitors from other parts of the world and the US. Would definitely stay here again. Visitors from Illinois

    5 out of 5
     

    Inn San Francisco

    March 16, 2012

    Warm & friendly place. Breakfast was wonderful. Great place to stay. Near lots of restaurants.

    3.0 out of 5
     

    Great breakfast buffet

    February 03, 2012

    Large room with windows that opened, good because the room was stuffy at night. Plenty of hot water, however was disappointed in the bathroom toiletries, second rate at best. Bed was comfortable. Location on busy street in Mission District, parking is a headache. Great breakfast buffet, lots of choices and fresh fruit in abundance. Pricey stay.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    very nice

    December 04, 2011

    authentic house and with lovely furnishing, our room was great and as descibed, the hosts were very caring and very helpfull beyond expectations.

    4.4 out of 5
     

    The CLASSIC SF City Experience!

    November 13, 2011

    Have you ever wanted to know what it felt like to be wealthy in the 1800s? How can you NOT consider staying in a Grand Victorian if you are planning a trip to the City by the Bay?! The service was particularly exceptional. The daily morning buffet-style breakfast in the mansion's card room was very tasteful, elegant, and yummy. As an added bonus, parking is available if you reserve it. When you stay here, it's basically a time warp to a hundred years in the past. You truly will feel like you are a guest in someone's mansion in the 1800's. I can't believe this thing survived the Great Fire in San Francisco. If you are not a fan of classic architecture and you're looking for something hip and modern stay away---you might think all of the Victorian furnishings and antiques were from the Haunted House at Disneyland. If you want to know what it feels like to be a very important guest of a successful industrialist in the 1800s, QUICKLY make the reservation and make sure you give them a call. Their commitment to service and detail is outstanding for this price point!

    4.0 out of 5
     

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    July 20, 2011

    Hosts were very friendly, willing answer questions and made me feel right at home. The common areas are beautiful, the garden is a cool oasis and the roof top view of the city superb.

    5 out of 5
     

    What a gem

    February 03, 2011

    The rooms and service were outstanding. The breakfast has to be seen to be believed. Easy to get to the Bart on 16th and 24th and they can arrange parking at a nominal rate. Very highly recommended.


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  • Location Type

    • 1 mi. Castro

    • 1 mi. Civic Ctr.

    • 1 mi. Noe Valley

    • 2 mi. Moscone

    • 2 mi. Union Square

    • Asian Art

    • Folsom

    • Heart of San Francisco

    • MOMA

    • Mission

    • City

    • Oceanside

    City -

    • Directions to property:
      We are located at 943 South Van Ness Avenue, between 20th and 21st Streets. From Golden Gate Bridge: Take Lombard Street Exit & turn right onto Van Ness Ave. Proceed across Market Street to South Van Ness, go nine blocks to N. 943. From the Bay Bridge: Follow signs to 101 North (Golden Gate Bridge), exit at Mission Street. Turn right, go one block & make another right onto South Van Ness. Proceed nine blocks to N. 943.

    Airport

    • San Francisco, CA (SFO) 11 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From San Francisco International Airport: Go North on Hwy 101 for eight miles and exit at Army/Cesar Chavez Street. Bear left onto Army/Cesar West for 6 blocks. Turn right on South Van Ness and proceed to N.943.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Beach

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Performing Theater

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • VCR

    • Washer/dryer

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Parking (reserved in advance for a fee)

    • Sun Roof with SF Views

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: full buffet

    • Time Served: 7:00 to 11:00 am

    • Serving Location: Parlors,Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

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