Dining room with living room beyond. San Francisco Bay Area Berkeley Rental!
Location: Berkeley, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (8 Miles to San Francisco, Walk to UC Campus, Rockridge, BART) View Map
Accommodations: house, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-8)
Berkeley's historical Elmwood House! A very early and prominent landmark in Berkeley's sought-after Elmwood district. This is one of Berkeley's grand old dames, an original turn-of-the-century period residence with much character and wonderful architectural detail.
Located in one of Berkeley's most loved neighborhoods where family pot-luck dinners are common on front lawns throughout summer, tree-lined streets are teeming with kids on bicycles, neighbors gather on front porches and street corners, and history and brown shingle homes abound! The Elmwood is one of Berkeley's most prized neighborhoods.
This lovely quintessential Berkeley home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac in a friendly neighborhood. A bright and spacious period residence, this luxuriously appointed home is ideally located within walking distance of College and Telegraph Avenues where you will find fine dining, ethnic restaurants, bookstores, theatre, Berkeley's university campus, and more. Walk to historical Telegraph Avenue, or stroll along College Avenue, from the town of Rockridge at one end, and the California College of Art, to the University of California of Berkeley (CAL) at the other end.
This is Berkeley at its best where sidewalks are abuzz with life and things to do. The entire stretch of College Avenue is lined with restaurants and places to shop. The local theatre is just two blocks away and right in the center of it all. San Francisco is only 8 miles away and easily accessible by BART. Monterey and Carmel are approximately a 2 hour drive and the wine country, Napa Valley and Sonoma are only about an hour's drive. At your doorstep are some of the most beautiful parks and hiking trails in the east bay park district. To see an EXTENSIVE PHOTO GALLERY of this heart of Elmwood/Rockridge home, scroll down this page to just below the 'AVAILABILITY CALENDAR,' where you will see a LINK next to 'ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.' There are approximately 58 photos there.
Elmwood House has three bedrooms, one of which can be used as office or library, a very spacious open living area that spans a long length from living room to foyer, to dining room and kitchen. Beyond the kitchen is a fully equipped laundry room, which leads to the outdoors, and a fenced-in patio with table, chairs, umbrella, and bar-b-que! Each living area has original pocket doors (the ones that slide into the cavities of walls and disappear when not in use) so that you can close off the living rooms, third bedroom, and foyer for privacy, allowing extra bedroom space if needed in the living room or, peace and quiet for those who wish to retire early. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you could need; see the link provided as stated below to see more. There is also a highly regarded and superb-in-tone, 'Knight' European piano for your use and enjoyment! All beds have been chosen for comfort and the linens are of the highest quality, from 700 count Egyptian Cotton to Frette Italian Duvet cover for the sofa bed. The sofa bed is on the 'top 10' list for comfort, and a fiber bed mattress has been provided for extra cushioning if needed. There are ample extra supplies, such as an air mattresses, bedding, towels and pillows. Other items such as baby/child car seat /high chair/stroller/port-a-crib all available upon request.
There is even a book about The Elmwood!
It's called: "A Tale of the Elmwood District in Berkeley," and is a gallery of the area's history. Here is what Charles Burress, Chronicle Staff Writer
had to write in the Chronicle on Monday, January 1, 2001
" Berkeley -- Just about every neighborhood has a story to tell, but few are remembered in time's long parade. But in Berkeley, a city passionate about protecting neighborhoods, there is one district so beloved by the citizens that it has inspired its own biography.
"Tales from the Elmwood" serves as a small museum not only of a place that has preserved a classic small-town charm but also of the extraordinary lives who've found a haven there.
The book's gallery of former Elmwood residents ranges from creative giants like painter Richard Diebenkorn to historical figures like Ishi, called "the last wild Indian of North America" in the subtitle of Theodora Kroeber's well- known biography of him. Other famous folks have called Elmwood home, including Jane Fonda, Eldridge Cleaver, Thornton Wilder and Tom Dunphy, better known as "General Waste-more-land" in many anti-war demonstrations.
"Fonda was often seen shopping on College Avenue or at the Berkeley Co-op on Telegraph Avenue," the book notes in one of its many vignettes. "If someone stopped to tell her that she looked like Jane Fonda, the modest actor would reply, 'Oh, everyone says that.' "
Fonda, who moved to the Elmwood in 1971, met her future husband, Tom Hayden, at a radical parent-participation nursery school in the Elmwood called Blue Fairyland. Hayden, who helped create Students for a Democratic Society and became a state senator, was a founder of the Red Family commune, a group of idealistic New Leftists living on Bateman Street (whose sign often reads "Bat man Street," thanks to local nighttime painters).
Willes, who founded Trips Out Travel in the Elmwood 30 years ago, first noticed the Elmwood's special character as a college student at UC Berkeley. "I realized there was something unique about the Elmwood," he recalled. "Here was a very compatible mixture of high energy young people and interesting old-timers living together in an area of beautiful old houses and tree-lined streets."
Elmwood House is located right in the heart of Elmwood and Bateman Street with all its history is just one street over! Telegraph Avenue, (the east bay seat of the 60's Free Speech movement) is just 3 blocks away, and it is a multi- block long colorful journey of street vendors and ethnic restaurants all the way to the south gates of the University of California.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Laundry room with large capacity washer and dryer. There are also racks and hangers to air-dry clothing, as well as a laundry hamper & basket. Biodegradable environmentally safe detergent and supplies provided. There is also an ironing board and Rowenta Professional steam iron for your use.
- Dryer: Green, biodegradable detergent provided for your use! Rowenta professional steam iron and ironing board also.
- Linens Provided: 700 count Pima and Egyptian cotton sheets, (Our guests love the sheets and beds!) Macy's top-of-the-line Hotel brand towels
- Garage: yes, with opener and access to patio and kitchen for easy unloading from car.
- Off Street Parking: yes, ask for details
- Wood Fireplace: Two working fireplaces
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : High end mattresses Beautyrest Exceptional and Serta's highest rated queen mattresses
- Convertible Bed: Very comfortable sofa sleeper located in study/office third bedroom.(Turn-of-the century original Pocket doors make this room a private retreat.) CAn also be placed in large living room, which too has pocket doors that allow you to completely close it off from 3rd bedroom, and all living areas, so can function as a living room by day and large bedroom by night if desired. The sofa sleeper was rated in the top 10 for style and comfort recently. For your comfort, we have included a 'Warm Things' Fiber bed to go on top of sofa bed mattress. It has its own white removable cover.
- Crib: Top-of-the-line new Palia crib and organic mattress and bedding available. Also available upon request, top-of-the line Recarro new child's car seat and a Mc Laren stroller. Ask if you need something we have not thought of. Large library/inventory of kid's books, music, all ages, so let us know ages so we can bring an appropriate selection.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Large screen TV with ATT&T cable services
- VCR
- Video Library: Great video library!
- CD Player
- Music Library: Select cd's, Many others available upon request in advance. There is an excellent KNIGHT upright piano for your use at Elmwood House. It was personally selected for its highly regarded sound and tone by an accomplished composer/pianist friend who knows pianos well. For composer/pianist guests in need of a grand piano, I have a superb 1926 Steinway Grand that would be available if needed also. (At your nominal cost to move from less than a mile away.)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: New Bosch electrical oven and gas range, ample cupboard space. Bright & sunny kitchen with access to great outdoor patio, table, chairs, umbrella, bar-be-que!!
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Emile Henry cookware and serving bowls. Cuisinart Griddle--you will use this endelssly for fish, chicken, burger, and sandwiches! Coffee maker, Kitchen Aid blender, beautiful dinnerware and glassware
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave: New Cuisinart top of the line
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Fenced in patio with table, chairs, umbrella, bar-b-q for your holiday enjoyment! Room for little kids to play safely. Kid's park a half block away!
- Communications
- Telephone: Free domestic calls.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): W
- Other Amenities
- Best location, walk to everything! Walk to Claremont Resort & Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, UC Berkeley, great hiking at Claremont Canyon Reserve, Tilden Park, College & Telegraph Aves! BART to San Francisco!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well behaved pet may be considered upon request. No pets have occupied in last 10 years.
- Kid Friendly: Board games, many children's books and videos, all ages. More available upon request. Great neighborhood for kids! Biking, basketball, and parks....
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Located within walking distance of Berkeley's Tennis Club. Also close to national parks, Tiden, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and Sibley and Redwood Parks. Lawrence Hall of Science and Chabot Museum. The Steinhart Aquarium SF. There is a piano at Elmwood House, and available for your use!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$295/night/ $1650/weekly $4700 month Sept 30 to April 1
Specials: Dec 1 - 17 2009 $1250 per week
$150.00 cleaning fee.
$350.00 Security deposit fully refundable within 14 days of departure
April 1 to Sept 30 $325.00 night/$1750 per week 4 person max./ $1950 6 person
$1850.00 wk/$325.00 per night Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring break & CAL football
season weekends.
Prices do not include any applicable tax.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Berkeley
Berkeley is a diverse and eclectic city of great interest, with much to see and do. I love it for its intellectual power, its bohemianism, bookstores, farmer's markets, history, people, Volvos, coffee houses, organic produce, restaurants, libraries, campus, theatre, and so much more. No matter what you are seeking, or whom you are visiting, you will always find Berkeley to be a hotbed of activity and abuzz with life.
The Unique Benefits at this house
Great friendly neighborhood! Market Hall on College Avenue! Olivetti's, Chez Panisse, Bay Wolf, and Citroen for food! The many other ethnic restaurants along College Ave. Local hiking at Redwood Park, Chabot, Tilden, and Sibley. Proximity to San Francisco. Bookstores! Berkeley's Repertory Theater, Cal Performances, University Art Museum, Pacific Archive Films, CAL campus and libraries, proximity to Marin (across the Golden Gate Bridge), and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area--for some of the best views and hiking in the world!
Part of the East Bay Regional Parks district and a great area for biking, hiking, and horse-riding.
Owner's Map of Berkeley
I am originally from England & Ireland and have lived in the US some twenty years now. I have lived in many cities, both here and abroad, and always love returning to Berkeley where I have made my home.
Property Photos
- Dining room with living room beyond. San Francisco Bay Area Berkeley Rental! - Berkeley Duplex near UC Campus, College Avenue, Restaurants, and BART
- 'Elmwood House' Berkeley Vacation Rental. Walk to University of California! - Berkeley Duplex near UC Campus, College Avenue, Restaurants, and BART
- Berkeley's Elmwood House Vacation Rental. Walk to College & Telegraph Aves!! - Berkeley Duplex near UC Campus, College Avenue, Restaurants, and BART
- Dining room with fireplace, hutch. San Francisco Bay Area Berkeley rental!
- Foyer at entrance! Walk to University of California at Berkeley (CAL) (UCB !!
- Kitchen to laundry room to private patio! San Francisco/Berkeley vacation rental
- Third bedroom or office/large walk-in closet! San Francisco Berkeley Rental
- Living room with pocket doors to/office or third bedroom! Berkeley rental!
- Bedroom with queen bed, 700 count Egyptian Cotton sheets! Berkeley rental!
- We get rave reviews for beds and sheets in this master bedroom and the others!
- Master bedroom with chest and closet. San Francisco Bay Area Berkeley Rental!
- Laundry room off kitchen with Profession iron, board, green detergents!
- Dining room mantel. San Francisco Bay Area Berkeley Rental! Walk to BART!
- Dining room hutch with fine china and glassware!
- Private fenced-in patio off kitchen, with umbrella, BBQ, and access to garage
- 23 windows allow in lots of light. Fragrant roses and Bougainvillea abound...
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Larry G , Atascadero, CA
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Larry, delighted that you and your family enjoyed your stay! I hope you will return to stay again soon! Maura
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Thanks Annie for your kind words! Delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope you will be back soon. Maura
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Junio , London UK
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Junio & Mark, thanks for choosing Elmwood House for your vacation! It was wonderful having you here! Thank you for writing and will look forward to seeing you next year! Maura
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