San Francisco House for Rent: Elegant home, Heart of City, Golden Gate Park - Property 155980

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Comfort and Easy Access: Because we too travel a lot, we understand the need for both tranquility and quick access to the delights of the city. Soft natural light from the large bay windows fills the room, while the tea-green chenille sofa (a queen size sofa-sleeper), the Oriental rug on the red oak floor, and the cozy warmth of the potbelly gas stove in the fireplace add to your relaxing comfort. An antique cinnabar Chinese cabinet stores the television with cable, DVD and VCR. There's Wi-Fi Internet connection for your convenience. Treasures from our world travels and original art by our talented soon-to-be-famous friends add to the comfortable spirit of our place. Many international artists have come to 'The Blue Tree' for rejuvenation and creation.

Lots of Room to Relax: The two spacious bedrooms, each with an orthopedic queen bed, pillows, colorful comforters and luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets, also offer a private, quiet area to enjoy the spectacular sunsets with a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge. Our creamy white kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove, microwave, coffee maker and toaster. You can easily find all your cooking needs, from pots and pans, handy appliances, utensils, linen and silverware. You may choose from pure white dinnerware or vintage china, hand picked along my travels. Nestled next to the kitchen window is a charming breakfast table for two. In the dining room, a family heirloom table can seat up to eight. With two large windows, an antique gold velvet sofa, and a library of San Francisco history, it is yet another spot to relax. The bathroom, a 'split bath,' has soaps, bath salts, lotion, and plush towels for your bath or shower. A separate laundry room has a washer and dryer.

Our neighborhood is full of restaurants, cafes and interesting shops. 'The Blue Tree' is close to major public transportation lines that get you anywhere in the city within minutes -- to the Pacific Ocean, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Japantown, Union Square, downtown, or any of the myriad of San Francisco's special places. With the Golden Gate Park nearly your backyard, you are only a stroll away from acres of botanical beauty, the Japanese Tea Garden and arboretum; recreational pleasure with boating and hiking; free Sunday summer concerts in the bandshell; and, if you are an early bird, there's Tai Chi with Chinese masters at sunrise. 'The Blue Tree' is a perfect home-base for your vacation, business travel or creative quietude.

Guest Book: Welcome to 'The Blue Tree.' Testimonials: 'This lovely space is a tonic for the soul.' -Joan Schirle, Artistic Director, Dell’Arte Players Company 'My favorite place to stay in San Francisco.' -Kenny Endo, Master Drummer 'Our time spent at The Blue Tree was enchanted.' -Keola Beamer, Slack Key Guitar Master 'I enjoyed my morning walks in Golden Gate Park.' -Suenobu Togi, Head Musician, Meiji Shrine, Tokyo 'Having a home base in the heart of San Francisco, made our stay all that more enjoyable. Being alongside the park was a great joy and the sunsets from the bedrooms were inspiring.' -Gottsche Family, Australia

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