Fantastic Sunny Victorian Flat Near 4th Street Shopping Berkeley, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 206569

Sitting Room out to Private Deck

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Location: Berkeley, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (Walking Distance To Exclusive 4th Street Shopping District)

Accommodations:  House/Upper Flat, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)

Stay in the most historic and visited neighborhood in Berkeley, in one of its most impeccably renovated Victorians! Just steps from the popular tourist destination Fourth Street where shopping, boutiques, and restaurants abound, enjoy the oldest neighborhood in Berkeley. Oceanview, with historic landmark homes and businesses.

OCEANVIEW: Oceanview has it all – artists’ lofts, open studios, quaint cafes, landmark Victorian homes, high end boutiques, retail outlets, many restaurants and eateries, the Berkeley Marina, Aquatic Park, Peet’s Coffee, Scharffenberger chocolate factory, the Wooden Duck, Studio Grow a huge children's indoor playspace, a Vivarium and much, much more.

MITCHELL HOUSE: this sunny upstairs flat in an 1896 Victorian is an amazing residential space to meet your vacationing needs. The space has 12 foot ceilings, floor to ceiling recessed bay windows, hardwood oak floors, and curved moldings and woodwork.

The flat has been renovated with sustainable and "green" methods and materials. Original lathe and plaster walls have been maintained and filled with cotton denim insulation. Zero-voc ecopaints in custom mixed vintage colors were used through out the rooms. Many vintage fixtures and hardware were restored and retained; where missing, Victorian woodwork was found salvaged and incorporated with custom carpentry. Zero-voc grout sealant and caulk were used in the bathroom and kitchen custom tilework. Only non toxic cleaners and products are used by housekeeping. Guests can feel good personally and ethically about the methods used to remodel and maintain this space.

AMENITIES:
- Remodeled great room with sitting and eating area, Victorian galley kitchen with new high-end appliances, filtered water spout, custom cabinetry and refurbished antique Wedgewood stove.
- One large bedroom has new king size bed, down alternative comforter, high count organic cotton sheets, and walk-in closet.
- One smaller bedroom/office has substantial desk space with Dell computer equipped for use, scanner/copier, fax machine, flat screen monitor and high speed internet. A brand new firm suspension queen size bed pulls out with a down feather bed, comforter and high-end organic linens.
- The quaint vintage bathroom was redone to include a 2 person soaking tub surrounded by imported Victorian art tile, 3 shower heads (including a rain soaker) and polished nickel fixtures.
- Entire apartment furnished and decorated with comfortable period pieces, new flat panel TV with DVD and free cable, high speed wireless internet, IPOD/CD player sound system and free dedicated local phone line.
- A small private deck off the upstairs offers a sunny outdoor spot for morning coffee or watching the sunset over a glimpse of Mount Tam.
- Large, sunny, level backyard with sculpted lawn, custom built sandbox and deep planter box perimeter, scented flowers and vines: lavender, honeysuckle, jasmine, wisteria and fruit trees: apple, plum, apricot, walnut and blueberries. Mermaid fountain rests on handcut flagstone patio. Birdfeeders and birdbaths attract hummingbirds, cardinals, bluebirds, finches and a quartet of friendly parrots - bright green and red who neighbors believe broke from the famous "Telegraph Hill" gang.

We have equipped the flat with everything you need – don’t pack too much – as we provide the flat with dedicated Eco friendly soaps, shampoos, toiletries, as well as a DVD and reading library, towels, linens, kitchen ware, etc. Those staying a week or more, please enjoy a complimentary bottle of local Napa Valley wine and ½ pound of Peet’s roasted coffee!


The IDEAL LOCATION:

We are happy to offer information on local eateries, sights and shopping. We are also happy to guide you in any search for child friendly or pet friendly activities and businesses.

Perfect for a quiet romantic stay, a stimulating visit with friends or family , a focal spot for sightseeing trips to Napa, San Francisco, Sausalito, Muir Woods, and UC Berkeley.

We are a 3 minute drive and fifteen minute walk to the North Berkeley BART Station with easy access to all San Francisco, Oakland and other Bay Area destinations. We are just off the main Berkeley exit of Interstate 80, University Avenue, which both leads directly to the Bay Bridge into San Francisco or up to the entrance of the University of California campus. And we are 3 blocks away from the most visited area of Berkeley - the Fourth Street district with unique and coveted shopping, art and food.

Our friends and those who have stayed here so far have raved about the space. It's truly unique. This is not someone's converted attic with slanted ceilings. This is a full story of a two unit Eastlake Victorian with lots and lots of light and scenery. It's the sunniest, prettiest spot you’ll find to stay in Berkeley’s buzzing Oceanview district – don’t miss out!

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• Amenities
  • Linens Provided
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • Video Library
  • Video Game Console
  • Video Games: PS2
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Free Long Distance
  • Computer
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly
  • Kid Friendly: Newly lanscaped backyard has large custom built in sandbox, mermaid fountain, child size picnic table, art easels and more.
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Tennis
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Basketball Court
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums

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$1250/week
No cleaning fee!  Weekly maid service included for extended stay.
$250 deposit

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 11/12/09
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  sue , Nipomo, CA
  • A friend and I shared the upper flat for a short stay in October. We were immediately smitten--the appointments, modern though suitable to the era of the home, are charming! The rooms are light and airy, with comfortable furniture and decor(sometimes sorely lacking in rentals) and we felt very much at home. It would be hard not to have a sunny mood in this flat! The walk to 4th Street dining was enjoyable and we were happy to find several good meals there. The house is perfectly situated to getting around the whole East Bay area quickly. We both agreed we'd certainly return to this rental. A very good value. Thanks Pear and Brad for considering what it's like to ge a guest--your rental is very well thought-out. High marks.
• 09/28/09
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  Deborah Blum , California
  • We all loved the Mitchell flat! It was so cheerful, with its high ceilings and light filled rooms, that it made us feel positively GOOD to be inside. The rooms were decorated in the best of taste and Pear and Brad had thought of so many little things to make our stay even better. Can't wait to return!.
• 09/23/09
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  Patricia Zoch , Harrow, ON,
  • We had a wonderful stay here while preparing for and attending our son's wedding. The flat was comfortable and welcoming and met all our needs. Our son lived close by also which was convenient. I also love the 4th St. area so it was great to be in walking distance. I would recommend this flat highly.
• 08/02/09
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  Patrick Kirk , San Diego
  • We very much enjoyed our stay at the Mitchell House! It is a beautiful house with spectacular windows and furnishings. We were very comfortable staying there. We appreciated the organic fruit bowl when we arrived! Thanks again for the use of your house, and we hope to stay there again sometime on another visit!
• 07/09/09
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  Jennifer Johnson , Denver, CO
  • We absolutely loved staying at the Mitchell House. Pear and Brad could not have been more hospitable. We felt like we were staying with friends and not a rental. They thought of every detail. We were with our two daughters and our older one loved the yard and sandbox and we enjoyed sitting outside with her. We rarely wanted to leave. Beautifully remodeled with everything you need provided. It was a bargain considering everything that was included. If you are visiting Berkeley this is the place to stay!
• 06/04/09
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  Jim , Toronto, Ontario
  • We lived in the Bay area from 1995-2005, so we are very familiar with its ins and outs. THIS is the place we were looking for. This is one of the coolest neighborhoods in the Bay - walking distance to 4th street shopping, cafes, etc. (Betty's diner!) but not so bound up in the university area (a mile away) that you can't find parking. The house was AWESOME. Newly refurbished, it was the big things we first noticed - the wonderful Victorian space with the huge windows and private deck over amazing garden; the two spacious rooms. then the little things: the high quality stuff in the kitchen and bathroom, the great TV and cable service, the comfy furniture; the "feel" of the place. This was one of the best rental homes we've ever stayed in, from a sheer quality-of-experience perspective. Location, atmosphere, comfort, etc. One last note - the hosts were very kind, and let us use the back garden for a small graduation gathering, which I feel was over the top, and very much appreciated. We'll try to come back again, next time.
• 04/02/09
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  Terri Zacharia , Omaha, NE
  • Our stay at Mitchell House was great. It was truly a home away from home. It was well stocked with any supplies a person might need. It sits in a terrific location, close to beautiful shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay there again. How many hotels would greet you with fruit, wine and fresh flowers when you entered your room??? Terri Zacharia from Omaha, NE
• 03/26/09
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  jane Easton Brashares , washington, dc
  • I just spent a month in the Mitchell House in Berkeley, CA. The space was perfect. The details are thorough and thoughtful. The owners were most congenial. I would stay there again in a heartbeat!
• 01/14/09
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  Karina Racz , Berkeley, CA
  • Our relatives from Europe recently came to visit us for the holidays and had a wonderful 2 week stay at the Mitchell House. Everything about it was perfect -- especially the location near 4th Street, the newly renovated rooms, and the attention to detail given by the owners. Our family members really felt that they were staying in an extension of our own home -- a world away from an impersonal hotel accomodation, and so much more comfortable and affordable with the kitchen and living spaces. The view from the upper deck is also beautiful and the space is cheerful and sunny, even in December. Our relatives look forward to returning and we're so glad to have such an exceptional place to recommend to them when they visit Berkeley!

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