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Ocean Beach Bed & Breakfast

Distinctive Accommodations

611 - 42nd Avenue

San Francisco, CA 94121

Phone: 415-668-0193

Distinctive Bed and Breakfast accommodations located in the Richmond District, a quiet residential neighborhood just six blocks from Ocean Beach and three blocks from Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California. The two guest rooms have comfortable queen sized antique beds with cozy down comforters. Plush terry robes are provided. Curl up with one of the fascinating books about San Francisco's past or browse through the many brochures on San Francisco Bay Area attractions. Yes, there is a television with cable in each room and a DVD player if you wish to enjoy a movie. Need a midnight snack, there are always home made cookies in the cookie jar.

Walk on the beach at sunset or enjoy a quiet dinner at the world famous Cliff House, over looking the Pacific Ocean. Be sure to visit Musee Mechanique, with the largest collection of antique penny arcade machines in the world and Camera Obscura, a life size, walk in camera. Just blocks away, with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge, is the Palace of the Legion of Honor, an art museum and Lincoln Golf Course. There are many interesting restaurants within walking distance, check our menus.

In nearby Golden Gate Park, enjoy Steinhart Aquarium and Hall of Sciences or explore the Strybing Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with its majestic Redwood trees. Relax in the simple beauty of the Japanese Tea Garden or ride on our elegantly restored carousel. Walk around Stow Lake or rent a pedal boat after visiting our buffalo paddock. Bicyclists and skaters can enjoy the park on Sundays when cars are restricted.

Ride a painted pony at San Francisco Zoo, this carousel by master carver Marcus Illions is a classic. Horses can be rented nearby for sunset beach rides. Fort Funston with its magnificent ocean views is popular with hang gliders as well as hikers.

The Presidio of San Francisco, one of our newest national parks was one of the most important military posts on the West Coast. Fort Point, a brick and granite fortress, built between 1853 - 1861 is tucked under the Golden Gate Bridge. The Presidio Visitor's Center offers information, maps and interesting walking tours and a free shuttle.

Crissy Field, a former Army air field is a newly recreated tidal marsh. It is great for coastal bird watching, wetlands ecology and native plants. Visit the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary Visitor's Center at Crissy Field too.

Our collection of old movies filmed in and around San Francisco is available on DVD.

Ocean View Suite

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The charming Ocean View suite offers a lovely view of the Pacific Ocean. It has a comfy queen sized antique bed. The adjoining sitting room has a comfortable sofa that makes into a full sized bed. The private marble bath has a large walk-in shower, a hair dryer is provided.

Queen Room

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The Queen room, with antique furnishings, is a spacious, sunny guest room. It is a cozy place to relax at the end of a busy day. The private marble bath has a tub with shower and a hair dryer.

Breakfast in the Dining Room

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Sit down to a delicious breakfast of muffins/croissants, home made granola, fresh fruit, yogurt, juice and freshly brewed coffee. Decaf coffee or tea is available.

Relax in the Living Room

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Relax with tea (or milk) and home made chocolate chip cookies, share your day's adventures and plan a romantic dinner in one of San Francisco's many ethnic restaurants.

Rates and Reservations

OCEAN VIEW SUITE: $145.00 - $205.00 (Maximum # people: 4)

QUEEN ROOM: $125.00 (Maximum # people: 2)

Our home is a non-smoking private residence.

2 night minimum stay required.

We accept cash, traveler's checks or personal checks. No credit cards, please.

Deposit for first night's stay must be received within 7 days of reservation.

If you have not advised your hostess of your anticipated check-in time, please contact her AT LEAST 48 hours prior to your scheduled arrival.

For full refund a 14 day advance notice is required. There will be a one night charge for cancellations of less than 14 days.

Accomodations are not suitable for children under 12.

Personalized GIFT CERTIFICATES are available.

Directions

From SAN FRANCISCO AIRPORT, take 280 north, (becoming CA-1) toward 19th Avenue/Golden Gate Bridge; merge onto Junipero Serra Blvd, slight left onto 19th Avenue/CA 1; after about 2 � miles you will go through two large pillars into Golden Gate Park, stay in the far left lane to 25th Avenue, turn left onto Balboa St. and continue west to 42nd Avenue, turn right for � of a block.

From the GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, take the 19th Avenue exit to California Street, turn right and continue on to 42nd Avenue, turn left for 1 block.

From the SAN FRANCISCO/OAKLAND BAY BRIDGE, merge onto US-101 North toward Mission Street. Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto OCTAVIA STREET, turn LEFT onto FELL STREET. At Stanyan Street (Near Golden Gate Park) turn right and continue on to Fulton, make a left on Fulton, on 42nd Avenue make a right.

Map to Ocean Beach Bed & Breakfast

Trip Planner via Public Transportation

Super Shuttle Service from Airport

Transportation

Convenient municipal bus transportation, a block away takes you downtown to Union Square and the Cable Cars in about 20 minutes. You can transfer from this line to buses going to Fisherman's Wharf, MOMA (Museum of Modern Art), Coit Tower, Chinatown and other points of interest. We have ample street parking in our neighborhood.

Guest's Comments

Thank you for making this weekend so incredibly special. The warmth of your home, the quiet neighborhood and the wonderful view of the ocean made our short honeymoon even more intimate that I ever dreamed possible. Our most favorite San Francisco experience was our afternoon at the Ritz and we owe it all to your wonderful recommendation! Your abilities as a concierge are far superior to those at most hotels. DALLAS, TEXAS

We took home with us the lovely pansies on the breakfast napkins. When pressed between pages of our favorite readings, they will always remind us of our most pleasant stay with you. ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI

Thank you very much for your nice hospitality. Finding a place that combined calm, privacy, spectacular view and good taste meant a lot to us. We enjoyed every moment spent in your home. MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA

What a wonderful place to stay! We loved the gorgeous ocean view and the charming atmosphere of your rooms. Our last weekend in San Francisco and the Bay area turned out very well and we enjoyed the city as much as the beach and the Golden Gate Park. Thank you for your kindness and friendly support during our stay. We will remember your house as a beautiful location in the heart of San Francisco. MILAN, ITALY

Staying here has truly felt just like staying with a good friend! Your hospitality is absolutely superb, and your conversation and suggestions were wonderful and right on target! This was our first time to San Francisco - we will definitely be back soon - and wouldn't think of staying anywhere else. Thanks! NEW YORK

We so enjoy your company and your home. We look forward to our next visit even before we leave there. CINCINNATI, OHIO

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San Francisco Attractions

San Francisco City Pass

The San Francisco City Pass - $54 for adults, $44 for kids ages five to 17 - includes entry to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Exploratorium, the Legion of Honor, de Young Museum, the California Academy of Sciences & Steinhart Aquarium or Asian Art Museum, the Aquarium of the Bay, the Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise (or the Blue & Gold Tour of Alcatraz), as well as a seven-day pass on the city's transportation system, including the cable cars.