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Ship Captain's Homes

There are a few...all with views...

In 1850, a Captain Charles Adams sailed into the San Francisco Bay, looking for a new home and base for his whaling ship fleet.

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After a careful search of the land in San Francisco, he decided to purchase property on Potrero Hill. Two factors influencing his choice were the abundance of water from the numerous springs and the sunny climate of Potrero.

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Read more here about these regal homes that distinguish the east side of Potrero Hill.

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Visit dogpatchna.org/scavenger-hunt to join the community fun as our gift to you during this year's "holidays at home" as we all shelter in place.

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