Luxury Home With Stunning View

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Home featured on the cover of Decor Magazine Fall/Winter 2016. Pages 84-91

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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6278.7 sq m

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San Francisco, CA

Palace of Fine Arts
‪5 min walk‬
Golden Gate Bridge
‪4 min drive‬
Lombard Street
‪4 min drive‬
San Francisco, CA (JCC-China Basin Heliport)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This house requires a 30 night minimum stay. Please refer to house rules and policies before making an inquiry.

The house is located directly across from The Palace of Fine Arts. The view from its large picture windows on every floor is absolutely spectacular.

Situated in the Marina District of San Francisco with its proximity to all sorts of activities. Walk around the corner to Presidio National Park , where you will find hiking trails, extensive bike lanes, and great restaurants.
Take a stroll to Chestnut Street, where you will find shopping, movie theaters, and more restaurants. A few blocks in the other direction is San Francisco Bay and the Marina recreational area.
It’s an easy drive over the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods, Pt. Reyes and the Napa Valley Wine region.

With 3000 sq ft of living space over 3 floors offers many luxurious amenities. The fully stocked large eat-in chef's kitchen has a Sub Zero refrigerator and Wolf Range. The spacious deck located off of the kitchen leads to the beautiful backyard where the entertainment room is located. Sliding doors open to the covered patio with gas grill, fireplace, and dining table. The entertainment room features a 65-inch flat panel TV, stocked beer dispenser, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, and half bath.

The master bedroom has a breathtaking view of the Palace of Fine Arts and features a California king bed, walk-in closet, flat panel TV, and blackout curtains. The master en suite bath features double sinks and heated tile floors. The second bedroom offers a king-size bed, couch, and large closet/lounge area. The third bedroom has a full-size canopy bed. Luxury linens and towels.

The living room has a fireplace and an incredible view of the Palace of Fine Arts.

****We do not have a lock/key box at the house. Reservations permitted by principal occupant only. The primary guest will be personally greeted upon check-in and check out. The property is for the enjoyment of the (registered guests),(maximum of 6 at all times) on the reservation and that any outside guests, visitors, events, or ceremonies are not permitted without our expressed written consent.

House is equipped with exterior security cameras.

******* At the time of inquiry, please provide details on how many people will be staying, what your intentions or plans for your stay, and who in your family or friends that might be coming to visit.

-PLEASE NOTE:

--Weekly housekeeping and gardening services are included.

--Check in time is 4:00 -8:00 pm
--Check out time is 9:00-11:00 am

Property manager

Glenn Gilliam

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no parties gatherings or social-family events larger than six persons.

Booking inquires by principle only. We will not respond to agents or assistants for the occupying tenants.

No animals allowed outside in the yard or inside the premises.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Francisco

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Marina District, a neighbourhood in San Francisco. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Golden Gate Park and Presidio of San Francisco, while Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

San Francisco, CA

What's nearby

Presidio of San Francisco - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Palace of Fine Arts - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Golden Gate Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Pier 39 - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 4 min drive
San Francisco Station - 9 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪Marina Green Philz Truck - ‬8 min walk
‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬11 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
‪Souvla - ‬10 min walk
‪Causwells - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Home With Stunning View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Luxury Home With Stunning View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Home With Stunning View located?

Located in Marina District, this holiday home is steps from Palace of Fine Arts and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lombard Street and Golden Gate Bridge. Pier 39 and Golden Gate Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

12 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Incredible experience all around. Glenn and Teresa are the most thoughtful hosts. They were quick to answer any questions we had, but in reality we had almost none. The home is beautiful and the pictures don’t do it justice. I highly recommend this for your next stay. I can’t think of anything that we would have changed about our stay.

Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

23 December 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Perfect

This year, we leased the home for nearly three months. It was the perfect place to find solace, and to recover and be rejuvenated.

Stayed 53 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

8 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful summer!

This beautiful home has become a touchstone for our family. We have been guests for the past four years, and we all feel that this is truly a home away from home. My boys are teens now and love being in the house, exploring San Francisco, grilling and sharing meals with our friends and family. What a perfect place, perfect owners and property manager. We have already booked our return next summer! So happy and grateful!

Stayed 40 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

13 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grateful for our Stay

We are so grateful to such wonderful owners, and their warm and efficient property caretaker for treating my family so well in the ten years that we've been staying at this home. We are so fortunate.

Stayed 31 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

patty f.

1 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Our second stay at this beautiful property. Glen and Teresa are warm, kind, responsive and have created such a special environment. We thoroughly loved our month here and will return year after year!!

Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

3 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great To Be Back

All the pictures online are understatements: this home is much more beautiful and comfortable in person. Beyond what words and photographs can express.

Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie B.

3 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning!

Gorgeous property in fabulous marina location. The owners were very responsive and pleasant. We look forward to returning.

Stayed 121 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

patty f.

8 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

The most beautiful and elegant setting in San Francisco. Walking distance to restaurants, stores and the Golden Gate Bridge.. The hosts Teresa and Glen were warm and responsive, checking in with us and taking care of every need we had. And they thought of everything! This was nicer than any hotel we’ve ever stayed at. We will return again and again!

Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

11 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Memorable Stay

The fact that we've returned to this home again and again since 2014 speaks for itself. There is no better rental home in San Francisco in one of its finest neighborhoods. Everyday we've spent in this home has given my family such a joyful and memorable experience. The home owners are warm, kind, and the most thoughtful, and the housekeeper is top-notch.

Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

15 December 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return Visits

We'll just keep coming back while we're welcome. We've been staying at this beautiful home at the same time every year since 2014. That says a lot about how marvelous this home is.

Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

22 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another perfect stay in the Boxwood House

My family and I have now had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful homes many times, and we truly consider it a home away from home. This was our third summer, and we loved being reacquainted with all our favorite things--long walks on the beach and in the Presidio, neighborhood restaurants, cooking fresh vegetables and fruits from the nearby farmers market--but also, as my sons have grown older and COVID restrictions lifted, had new adventures in the city and across the bridge in Marin. The owners of this elegant and impeccable property are consistently welcoming and attentive to every detail. The property manager is lovely, and always available, professional and helpful. We are already looking forward to our next visit!

Stayed 92 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

17 January 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another perfect stay!

This is my second holiday season staying at this beautiful home with my family. (My family and I also spent two summers there and plan to return this summer). I grew up in San Francisco, and this beautiful, meticulously maintained property always feels like coming home. We love spending time together in the gorgeous house and garden, and especially walking everywhere--to the Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio, and nearby restaurants, cafes and shopping on Chestnut street. Whenever we arrive, we are greeted by the lovely owners and treated to wine, cheese, delicious cakes (which my boys now know to look forward to) and fresh flowers. The spectacular view is marvelous all the time. We can truly enjoy and relax in this perfect setting, and we can't wait to come back this summer!

Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

3 December 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Consistently Wonderful

Our family has stayed at Teresa and Glenn’s home across this beautiful and historical park at least one month a year since 2014 and it has become something we all look forward to every year. There will not be enough superlatives to describe this home, and the consistency with which everything is beautifully in place is simply remarkable. We are so grateful for another memorable stay. We will be visiting again soon.

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

29 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect In Every Way!

We decided to spend a month in San Francisco in advance of our son’s wedding. One night during Covid, I was looking around at VRBO listings and in one very very lucky click, found this dreamy, magnificent home. Other renters have mentioned all the attributes - incredible walk everywhere location, the most magnificent decor, furnishings and finishes, the fabulous outdoor spaces and the warmth of the owners Glenn and Theresa and Lorri, the house manager. The views !!!! You’ve never seen anything as magical. Within a short time, I felt like a local, walking to get groceries, or have a great dinner. There are so many comfy gorgeous spaces in the house, it’s sometimes hard to make yourself leave to explore the city. We ( my husband, adult son and daughter-in-law) had the best month. The owners have outdone themselves, they’ve thought of anything and everything you might need or enjoy while visiting SF. Absolute perfection!

Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

16 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect--a second home to our family!

This property is a dream come true. As a San Franciscan who now lives in Texas, I couldn't have imagined a more perfect setting to come back to the city and enjoy it with my family and friends. This was the second consecutive summer stay for my two sons and me, and we have already booked in advance for next summer. The home is immaculate and beautifully decorated, with every comfort and amenity, as well as lovely outdoor and garden areas, allowing for dining and visits al fresco. It is perfectly located, just minutes from Crissy field and my favorite walk to the Golden Gate bridge, as well as walks through the Presidio and to Fisherman's Wharf. My boys and I especially enjoyed the proximity to Chestnut Street with its open air cafes and dining. The home offers parking, and we enjoyed being just minutes away from Marin County and a very convenient drive to wine country. The owners are so wonderful--thoughtful, meticulous, and accommodating. The property manager is wonderful. This truly offers the very best of San Francisco--in a beautiful home that is so lovely that it is comfortable just to stay home and enjoy family time. The kitchen is perfectly appointed, and I enjoyed walking to the weekend farmer's market at Fort Mason to buy fresh herbs and seasonal fruit and vegetables for our family. At check in, we now know to look forward to the beautiful floral arrangements, and especially the delicious baked goods (my boys' favorite)! We truly consider this a second home, and my boys look forward to our time there and feel comfortable in the city. I am so grateful to the owners for sharing their lovely, perfect home with our family. We are already looking forward to our

Stayed 69 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

10 February 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most Impressive Consistency

We've stayed at this gorgeous home at least one month every year since 2014, and every visit here has begun most exquisitely: with fresh flowers in every room, Suzie's cake, cheese and crackers, and champagne. The bed linen are always crisp and fresh, towels plentiful, starter bathroom supplies complete, the whole house squeaky clean, and every appliance working perfectly. Such unwavering consistency is not for show, but simply in the owners' DNA. It's not surprising that many families return to this home at the same time every year. Thank you so much, Teresa and Glenn, for the warmest welcome at our every visit! We will be back again later this year.

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

10 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection in every way!

From beginning to end, our stay at Boxwood House was a pleasure in every way. The property is exquisite in its location and decor, and meticulously maintained. Every comfort, from fresh flowers and croissants (which my boys loved!) on arrival to deliciously soft sheets to bath salts was provided. The owners and property manager are wonderful, delightful hosts and made us feel welcome from the time we arrived. This truly felt like a home away from home, and our family made such beautiful memories there. We walked to to Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio or Fisherman’s Wharf nearly every day, easily drove to Marin for day hikes and exploring, and mostly just loved being together in this magical home—-meals in the breakfast nook or beautiful garden, reading in the sitting room. The home fosters comfort, relaxation, and family time. I couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect summer, and am so grateful that Teresa and Glenn shared their home with us. I am already looking forward to our next stay! Many many thanks for this special gift!

Stayed 37 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

16 December 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Now Truly A Second Home

Thank you, Teresa and Glenn, for another wonderful stay at The Boxwood House. We cannot imagine having Thanksgiving anywhere else. I’ve booked next year’s stay, a full year in advance again, and this time because our children have asked for us to stay here again. This home has seen them grow up and become the young man and women they are today. We can’t say enough good things about this home - its warmth, its embrace - and it has been truly home for us in SF. Thanks for the privilege, and for all our wonderful memories in it of Thanksgivings for the last five years.

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean B., Dallas, Texas

3 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second August at this home

We spent August for the 2nd year in a row here. The home was impeccable. Lorri, the house Manager, and the Gilliams create a wonderful experience in this meticulously maintained home. Every attention to detail has been addressed to create an outstanding stay. The home and location are second to none, with an abundance of restaurants, shops, hiking, walking, and biking experiences close by. The views of the Palace of Fine Arts are phenomenal. The Presidio and Marina are 2 blocks away, plus you are walking or biking distance to the Golden Gate Bridge, Ghirardelli Square, and Fishermen’s Wharf. We will look forward to returning.

Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

11 December 2018

New Family Tradition

We spent another November, our sixth stay, at The Boxwood House. Over the last five Thanksgiving Days, our family has built new traditions in what we consider as another home. We sit by the kitchen counter as one of our daughters bakes bread pudding in the well-equipped main kitchen while my husband and son grill steak in the outdoor kitchen outside the entertainment room. We catch up on each other’s news as we sit down to dinner in the main dining room, or in the kitchen. We sit in the living room to read side by side. We watch our favorite sports teams showing on one of the four TV sets. We listen to each other’s playlists over the Sonos system that the owners have installed throughout the house, or sometimes opt to keep the music playing only in one room, whichever way suits our family at that time. We love the big Sub Zero ref in the main kitchen and how much supplies it can hold. For our occasional guests, we’ve been able to offer Stella beer on tap. And we’ve come to expect the fresh flowers in every room in the house when we check in. We will keep visiting this home for as long as the owners will have us. It is perfect for keeping our small family to stay connected to each other despite needing to be apart for the rest of the year.

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

kristopher M.

8 October 2018

One of the best homes worldwide!

We travel extensively using sites like VRBO, and this was by far the best home we have rented in 12 years!. The attention to detail by the owners, and care taker are outstanding. The location, views, neighborhood, and home were all top notch! We will defiantly be back, as this experience was world class. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your wonderful home!

Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean B., Dallas, Texas

3 September 2018

Fabulous Home in an incredible location

This home has it all. It’s in a spectacular setting facing the Palace of Fine Arts, adjacent to the Presidio, and its within walking distance of Chestnut and Union streets with all their restaurants and shops. Additionally the Marina district and the Golden Gate Bridge are also in easy walking and biking distance. The home has been totally remodeled, and is impeccably well maintained and decorated, with amenities that you might expect of a fine resort. The two kitchen areas have top notch appliances. Additionally the home has 2 separate living areas, plus an outdoor seating area with a fireplace and grill. We will be returning to this fine home.

Stayed 33 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen Castro L.

3 December 2017

Our Home in San Francisco

Our family's latest stay at The Boxwood House was our fifth, and our longest one so far. We lived in this beautiful home for a month. Our young adult children stayed with us on weekends. We've celebrated three of the last four Thanksgiving holidays here, and have built the most endearing memories in this home by the Palace of Fine Arts. The house is big enough so that five or six people would find their own little corners, while cozy enough to ensure that we had many opportunities to catch up on each other's lives. Whether it was watching a basketball or football game together in the entertainment room at the basement level, or grilling steaks at the outdoor patio where there is a live fireplace, or baking bread pudding in the main kitchen, our family has loved just being together here, which our children have nicknamed "the palace" - this place that has become what we've now considered home for us in San Francisco.

Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

17 October 2017

ONCE AGAIN!!!!!

You will never want to leave...and that's why we didn't!!! We stayed for 10 months last year and came back for another year...and would stay another year!!! The beautiful decor (inside and out!) and all the comforts of home, along with the VIEW, the fabulous location, the lovely owners and Lorri (who will take care of everything for you - is so gracious and kind). You are checked in feeling special and leave feeling grateful. The kitchen (and the 2nd kitchen on the garden level!!) is stocked with all you could need. The beds are amazing with crisp freshly pressed sheets. It really feels like home. You will watch the Palace of Fine Arts come to life in the morning and glow beautifully in the evening when the sun sets. If you can stay... stay! Like I said...You will not want to leave! SSS (San Francisco)

Stayed 60 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John J., Tampa, FL

7 August 2016

House exceded our expectations!

We travel extensively and we've stayed in some of the finest hotels and resorts the world over. Now that we have a young child, we decided to do something different. So we rented this house in San Francisco for a month with the intent to become "temporary locals." What a wonderful experience it was! The house itself is perfectly sized, clean and well-appointed which made us feel immediately at home. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything one could possibly need. We cooked daily and even made cupcakes. The location of the house was key for us. It is well-located within the Marina District allowing for easy walks to a gym, restaurants, shopping, grocery stores and many other services. An unexpected surprise -- one that we enjoyed very much -- was the people watching we did from our living room. The house has spectacular views of the Palace of Fine Arts and with those views came people from all walks of life. We lost count of how many brides in their wedding gowns chose the Palace of Fine Arts for their wedding photos! All in all, it was a fabulous experience for our family. One we hope to relive in 2017.

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Gilliam

We are passionate about travel and Interior Design! We travel throughout the year to Europe and the United States. We are often inspired by our trips and look forward to returning home with creative ways to improve our homes. We have been fortunate enough to have two of our homes featured in Traditional Home and Décor magazines.

Why they chose this property

The view of the Palace of Fine Arts across the street is like no other, it takes your breath away! Just as important is that we take great pride in providing a first class experience for our guests. Our home as been remodeled and updated and it's in immaculate condition.

What makes this property unique

The house is kept to the high standards that we expect when we travel.

Languages:

English

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