Sunset Spanish Storybook House with Original Details, Ocean Views, and Interior Patio

Welcome to this 1933 Spanish-Mediterranean "storybook" home in SF's Central Sunset with arched doorways, hand-painted beamed ceilings, parquet floors, fireplaces, and original Art Deco tile. Features a center patio at the heart of the home plus Pacific views from the rear bedrooms. Shoot in 1,700 square feet with tons of natural light from morning sun in the living room to sunset views in back plus windows, skylights, and a lightwell througout. Choose from 9 distinct shooting setups: living room, dining room, kitchen, patio, Art Deco bathroom, two bedrooms, foyer, and front facade. Access a real, lived-in home that was professionally designed and showcases a curated collection of Bay Area art. Includes a two-car garage for prep and gear storage, Wi-Fi, Sonos, and easy street parking and nearby public transit. (Main level only; downstairs suite and deck for additional 700 square feet available on request when not booked through Airbnb.) Ideal Uses - Editorial, lifestyle, and commercial photo shoots - Portraits and headshots - Product and tabletop photography - Food photography - Interviews, podcasts, and livestreams - Small-scale content production - Team meetings, brainstorms, retreats, and offsites, too! About the home An original Rousseau architectural gem in San Francisco's Central Sunset, this sweet “storybook” Spanish-Mediterranean home was built in 1933 and retains much of its original whimsy: a center patio, arched doorways, beamed ceilings, parquet floors, fireplaces, Art Deco tile, a wrought-iron Romeo-and-Juliet balcony on one side, and sweeping Pacific views on the other. The 2,400-square-foot home offers multiple distinct shooting environments across two levels, with an unusual amount of natural light from its exterior windows, center patio, kitchen skylight, bathroom lightwell, and additional skylights. Morning light streams into the living room, while the rear bedrooms enjoy dramatic sunset views. The architecture and interiors are equal parts historic and fresh. The home was professionally decorated by Hannah Collins Designs (now ROY Hospitality) and Isabella Marie Interiors. It also features a curated collection of artwork by Bay Area artists including Chelsea Ryoko Wong, Masako Miki, Kelly Ording, Lena Wolff, Jeffrey Sincich, Chris Ballantyne, and others. This is a real, lived-in home—not a cold studio or sanitized stage—which is exactly what gives it texture, depth, warmth, and authenticity. I've obsessed over the details so the space can feel effortless to you. Please note: The main level—including the living room, dining room, kitchen, center patio, bathroom, and two bedrooms—is the primary Peerspace location and is available for bookings. The downstairs guest suite / social room and deck may be occupied by an Airbnb guest and are not guaranteed to be available. If access to the downstairs spaces is important to your production, please confirm availability with me before booking. Layout & available spaces A variety of versatile spaces for photography, videography, and group or independent work: Living room Dramatic and expansive, anchored by an oversized arched window, hand-painted ceiling beams, and a working fireplace. Furnished with a generous sofa, two side chairs, daybed, two leather cubes, and oversized coffee table. Includes a large bookshelf, 72-inch TV, and Sonos soundbar. Dining room Arched entry, original decorative doors, and a recessed ceiling with a modern chandelier. Custom dining table seats 8–12 with additional leaves—ideal for dining, lifestyle, editorial or group shots. Kitchen Renovated kitchen with IKEA cabinetry, CLE cement tile floors, and French doors opening onto the center patio. Generous countertop space plus a small breakfast nook with a tulip table, two stools, and a leather-topped wooden window bench. Also includes a small TV and a Sonos Move. Center patio A private, character-filled outdoor space at the heart of the home with windows into the surrounding rooms. On warm days, open the windows; when it's chilly, settle into the heated Galanter & Jones loveseat. Art Deco bathroom Original peach-and-green tile, lightwell, and additional skylights create a particularly distinctive backdrop. Includes a shower, tub, and sink plus an adjacent WC and vanity space. Primary bedroom Queen bed and a pair of swivel chairs positioned to take advantage of expansive Pacific views from dawn until dusk. Children's room Single daybed, recliner, and bookshelves sit in front of the same dramatic Pacific views. Front facade Colorful period stucco, an oversized arched window, a Romeo-and-Juliet balcony, and a modest sidewalk garden. Entryway Original terrazzo exterior stairway and wood front door with speakeasy window lead into a charming entry with beamed ceiling, oversized mirror, and antique French bench. Garage Generous two-car garage available for prep, staging, and equipment storage. Downstairs guest suite / social room — availability varies This flexible additional space is available for Peerspace use only when it is not occupied by an Airbnb guest. When available, it includes an original hand-painted wood wet bar with two stools, a decorative fireplace, a queen bed, a futon sofa, a table with two chairs, and an upholstered Louis chair. Opens onto a small deck with a HAY table, bench, and two chairs with a peek toward the Pacific. Downstairs bathroom — availability varies Large, functional full bathroom convenient for crews and talent when the downstairs guest suite is available. Natural light & production notes - Approximately 2,400 square feet across two levels - Multiple distinct interior and exterior shooting locations - Natural light throughout the home - Pacific Ocean views - Garage available for prep, staging, and equipment storage - Wi-Fi - Sonos sound system - 72-inch TV - Street parking generally available - Muni approximately two blocks away - Easy access to Golden Gate Park and Ocean Beach - Downstairs access: The downstairs guest suite / social room and deck may be unavailable due to Airbnb occupancy. Please confirm availability before booking if these spaces are important to your production. A little history Built in 1933 by the Rousseau brothers as a model home for their small Central Sunset development, the house is one of the better-preserved examples of their distinctive craftsmanship. The development ran from Kirkham to Lawton along the west side of 34th, 35th, and 36th Avenues and was originally designed for working-class San Franciscans and their families. The neighborhood was later recommended for historic preservation by the San Francisco Planning Commission, although that process was interrupted by the pandemic. Today, the home retains much of the detail and character that made the original Rousseau homes distinctive. Neighborhood Tucked into San Francisco's quiet Central Sunset, the home is just four blocks from the entrance to Golden Gate Park and about a 20-minute walk downhill to Ocean Beach. Within a 10–15-minute walk you'll find restaurants and bars, coffee shops, grocery stores, a hardware store, ATM, and gas station. MUNI is approximately two blocks away, with easy access to the rest of the City, Golden Gate Bridge, and Marin County, as well as the Peninsula, Silicon Valley, and SFO. Street parking is generally easy to find, and taxis and car services are readily available. About me I’m a creative professional, marketing leader, and executive coach. I was born in San Francisco, and I have called the Sunset home for the past 10 years. I’m also a long-standing Airbnb Superhost.