A Great Day For Your Dog

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What is your favorite thing to come home to? For us, it is the barking of our furry friend. Our dogs can become our best friends and family in the time they are with us. That is why today we are celebrating #NationalDogDay. Pets are part of the family at The Wilson, which is why we have many amenities to make their lives better. However, we have a few other ideas on how to celebrate this awesome holiday with your four legged loved one.

Spike Wants To Run 

Start your day at Mission Creek Dog Park in San Francisco. This popular dog park features more than an off-leash area. This park located at 485 Berry Street has drinking water, benches and gravel to reduce puddling. Let Spike run around with his friends and enjoy the gorgeous San Francisco weather.

Spike Is Ready For A Bath

The Pawington is the perfect place to treat Spike with a day of relaxation. Located near the San Francisco airport, this place is not just for travelers but also local residents. The grooming packages here are not just for a wash and brush, but they offer more luxurious services to really treat your four legged friend. Splurge for a pedicure and blueberry facial to make your dog feel like a mini celebrity for the day. Make sure to call ahead of time for a reservation because they do fill up fast.

Spike Wants To Run

Finally, before you call it a night, The Wilson has a pet run that will let Spike get all of his extra energy out from his great day. This is the perfect place for you to have a relaxing night as your dog runs around and enjoys the gorgeous weather with you. 

We are so excited to celebrate #NationalDogDay with our furry friends. Even if you are busy today, you can make this special day happen at anytime during the week. The Wilson loves our pet residents as much as our human ones. After your special day, share a picture with you and your furry friend on our Facebook Page.

Unique Cocktails in San Francisco

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We all love a good drink after a long week of work. However, we also like to change up our order when we go out. Going to the same restaurant and getting the same drink can become boring and routine. Luckily for us, San Francisco has some amazing establishments that sell unique liquors that you can only find in a few places around the world. These may be new drinks, but we are excited to try them.

Becherovka

This liquor is hard to pronounce, let alone figure out what is in it. This liquor was once used as a medicine that was created by apothecary Josef Becher. This gingery-cinnamon drink was mass produced by Becher’s son Jan Becher. It gained popularity and to this day you can still see his signature on every bottle. Try this at Dennis Leary’s cocktail bar Rx and order the Rexall.  The rexall is Becherovka, mescal, pineapple rum and chili tincture. 

Suze

This drink dates back all the way to 1885. It is a French aperitif that was made famous by Pablo Picasso. Picasso loved it so much he painted the drink in his work La bouteille de Suze. This bittersweet liqueur has only existed in the United States for about three years, but it has slowly become available in bars around the Bay Area. You can try this popular drink at the Belly Up at Trick Dog. Ask for the April, which consists of vodka, dry vermouth, Suze, green grapes, tarragon and lime.

Armagnac

If you love cognac, then you will love this French Brandy that is produced in the Armagnac region of southwestern France. This liquor is a cousin to cognac. It is distilled from wine and aged in oak barrels. You can try it at Trou Normand’s and order the Bombay. The Bombay is made with armagnac, dry vermouth, grenadine and absinthe. 

Cynar

Cynar is a collection of 13 herbs and plants that have been brought together to create this popular drink. The artichoke is one of the many herbs and plants, and that is the plant featured on Cynar’s label.  This drink was first produced in 1952, and it gained popularity in the sixties thanks to many TV commercials. You can try this old classic at Alembic Bar. When you arrive at the bar, ask for the Bitter Buffalo. The Bitter Buffalo is made from bourbon, honey vodka, Cynar and Cocchi Americano. 

Ancho Reyes

This new liquor was made in 1927 in Puebla Mexico. In order to make the Ancho Reyes, the poblano pepper is picked and left to dry in the sun until it is blistered. Then, they add in the ancho chile. These two ingredients make a warm liqueur with a natural heat. You can find this liquor at Holy Water San Francisco. Ask for the Inferno Tropicale, which includes lime, pineapple, Falernum, Ancho Reyes and grated cinnamon. 

We hope you enjoy these historic but secretive drinks on your next happy hour outing away from The Wilson. 

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History and Luxury at The Wilson

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San Francisco is home to some of the most beautiful historic landmarks in the United States. What if you could make one of these landmarks your future home? This is a possibility if you choose The Wilson for your community. 

History

This gorgeous community is set in the center of Market Street. This building was built in 1904 and survived the 1906 earthquake. This building may be historic, but it offers state of the art amenities. The Wilson was completely rebuilt for the 21st century resident in mind. These luxurious apartments give you a home with a history. 

Features

The Wilson features one bedroom, two bedroom, and loft styles apartments in this unique and luxurious living space. The century old architecture with modern flair creates gorgeous details in these spacious homes. All of our units feature natural light, oversized rooms and they are pre-wired for high-speed internet and cable. Kitchens include custom-designed cabinets, quartz countertops, gas cooking and stainless steel appliances. These new age features with the character of a pre-war building makes this the best place to live in San Francisco. 

Amenities

There are so many great amenities in the Wilson community, that you may never want to leave. You can come home from work to relax in the rooftop lounge and kitchen. This rooftop amenity features gorgeous views of the San Francisco skyline in this 2000 square foot area. You and a few friends can gather in our intimate lounge to grill some burgers in our outdoor kitchen and BBQ station. 

If you want more amenities for your furry friends rather than the human kind, you are in luck at The Wilson. Your pets can take advantage of our pet run and washing station as much as their little legs will let them.

Finally, do not worry about finding a gym in the Bay Area. You can just use The Wilson’s 24-hour fitness center. Whether it is leg day or arm day, we have the most up-to-date machines for you to focus on any muscle group you desire. If you want more of a peaceful workout, you can use our yoga studio for your daily or weekly yoga sessions. 

These amenities are just a few of the reasons that you should consider The Wilson for your new home. Come take a tour and experience the historic Wilson living community.

San Francisco Music Festival

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Outside Lands is finally here. We are so excited for this music festival held at Golden Gate Park. Many artists from all genres will be here to perform on the various stages set up at the festival. This festival will only be held one weekend, and we have the important details about what you need to know before heading to the park. The best part is that your home at The Wilson is only 15 minutes away from the Outside Lands Music Festival.

Tickets

Do not get discouraged by the Outside Lands website. The tickets are sold out through the official vendor, but StubHub has some tickets for resale that you can purchase.  These tickets are at your own risk, but StubHub assures that the tickets are official festival passes. There are a few different passes and groupings that you can pick from on StubHub so make sure to check out what is available before Thursday. 

Transportation To The Festival

Once you have your tickets you have to figure out how to get there. Golden Gate Park is only 15 minutes from The Wilson, but parking is very limited in the park and in the surrounding areas. This is why we recommend using the Muni. There are two different ways to get to the festival from The Wilson. The first option is to take Muni Bus #5 at McAllister Street and Jones Street to 25th Avenue and Fulton Street. Then, you can enter the park from there. The second option is to take Muni Lune N at Montgomery Street Station to 19th Avenue and Judah Street. You can walk to the park entrance from there. 

Schedule

Saturday is the day we can not wait to visit the festival. First, you can laugh until your funny bone breaks from 3pm-4:15pm as the Upright Citizens Brigade performs on The Barbary Stage. Then, make your way to The Lands End Stage for an awesome 80s Billy Idol performance from 5pm-6pm. Finally, at the Twin Peaks Stage you can see Kendrick Lamar perform from 8:40pm-9:55pm. If Saturday is this good, we can’t wait to see the performances on Friday and Sunday. 

Outside Lands is one of the best music festivals in the United States. We hope you can find some time to see a few of these great performances this weekend. 

Let's Go Giants

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The second half of baseball season is in full swing, and we cannot wait to see our San Francisco Giants in the playoffs. The Wilson is in a great location for an easy commute to AT&T Field. You are less than 2 miles away from our favorite baseball stadium in San Francisco. The Giants still have a bunch of great games left before they make their run for repeat World Series Champions. Make sure to buy a ticket or two to these great games before the regular season is over.

Friday August 14th

We love a great happy hour on a Friday after the work week. The Giants combine this tradition with baseball at their Orange Friday Happy Hour on the 14th. Buy a ticket to this special event for a two hour happy hour before the 7:05 game against the Nationals.  Your ticket includes a complimentary Lagunitas beer or a non-alcoholic beverage. You will get to hear the all-girl Queen cover band The Killer Queens. The best part about this special event is that partial proceeds from every ticket benefit local non-profits.

Sunday August 30th

We may be kids at heart because we absolutely love Pixar. The Giants are combining a great baseball game and our favorite animated movies for this one day offer. Pixar Day at AT&T Park will be held at the 1:05 game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Your special event ticket package includes a game ticket, a pixar-themed Giants T-shirt and the ability to come down onto the field and watch a Pixar movie after the game. You can even arrive early to watch a pregame show honoring your favorite Pixar characters. Come celebrate your favorite Disney/Pixar movies while rooting on your favorite baseball team this last Sunday in August. 

Wednesday September 30th

This is one of the last regular season Giants games, and it is also one of the best. Come celebrate Oktoberfest at this popular Giants tradition. Your ticket page includes a ticket to the game, a pre-game Oktoberfest in Seals plaza and a collector’s-edition 2014 World Championship Stein. You can listen to the cultural entertainment while enjoying the food and beverages that are available for purchase. This event does sell out so make sure to get your tickets now.

We are so excited to watch our Giants finish the season strong this year. Make sure to get to a game before September and enjoy all of the special events AT&T Park has to offer this year. 

Work On Your Golf Game

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Fore! Time to get out your clubs and go for a walk around your favorite golf course. San Francisco has great courses for all abilities close to The Wilson Apartments. We love being able to walk onto the green with a full day ahead of us to relax and play our favorite game. In need of some motivation to start playing again, here are some great golf courses for you to check out close to home.

San Francisco Parks

Working on your technique and playing with friends are some of the best reasons to play golf. San Francisco parks has six golf courses to enjoy for a nice leisurely afternoon of play. This park system is home to the TPC Harding course that was constructed in 1925. This course is considered of the country’s premiere municipal venues. These courses also allow you to explore the beautiful scenery of the Bay Area. The Lincoln Park course gives you great views of the most recognizable sites in San Francisco. This park system also has four other courses to play on: Sharp Park, TPC Fleming, Golden Gate Park, and the Gleneagles.

Presidio Golf Course

Maybe you are looking for more of a challenge on your next golf weekend. Located at Presidio National Park, this public golf course was once open only to military officers and private club members. This famous world-renowned golf course is more than just a beautiful 18 holes through one of the most gorgeous national parks in the country. You can practice your swing on their driving range or enjoy a bite at their private restaurant. This course is also known for their environmentally sensitive management practices. Book your tee time at Presidio this weekend. 

Subpar Mini Golf

Maybe you are looking for more of a fun weekend with family or friends. Subpar Mini Golf might be perfect for an easy game of golf. This indoor course is located on Park Street in Alameda. This course features mini replicas of San Francisco’s most famous landmarks. You can play put-put around the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and more. Finish your night out with a trip to their arcade.

These golf courses are great for any skill level and interest. Take some time this weekend with some friends and pick out a course for 18 holes of fun in the gorgeous San Francisco weather.

Enjoy A Day At The Spa

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Everyone has stresses in life. Work, relationships, and obligations can all cause stress and make us feel overwhelmed. This is why it is important to take some time for yourself every once in a while. A few great places to relieve some stress are the great spas in the San Francisco area. Here are some spas that are close to your home at The Wilson.

M Spa San Francisco

The first spa on our list is for the special man in your life. Does your dad, boyfriend, or even best friend need a day to himself? Make sure to send him to the M Spa for a relaxing day away. This spa has everything he may need from massages to skin treatments. He can even get a manicure or pedicure with the nail treatment options M Spa offers. If you are checking out M Spa for the first time, make sure to let them know for 15% off any of their services. 

I-Spa San Francisco

Make your way to the Intercontinental Hotel in San Francisco to experience I-Spa.  This is the perfect place for a girl's day or a day for yourself. There are many treatments you can pick from for your perfect day of relaxation. I-Spa offers a variety of massages that are customized for your body's needs. You can even pamper your skin and face with a variety of facial treatments. Finally, you do not even need to leave I-Spa for a day at the salon. You can get manicure and pedicure right at the spa to finish your day.

Ensoma SF

At Ensoma, they specialize in having the complete relaxation package. Massages, waxing, facials and more await you at this art and beauty lounge.  All of Ensoma's treatments are specialized to you as a person and the needs you have that day. Ensoma is by appointment only for all of their treatments. They recommend making appointments early to get your preferred time and day. You can make reservations right on their website.  

These are just a few of the many spas that are located close to The Wilson. We hope you can find a few hours to take some time for yourself to relax and enjoy life. What is your favorite spa in San Francisco? Comment below this link on our Facebook Page.