Wonderful rental: quiet, sweet, and well-appointed

Guest: JJ (Hyde Park, VT)
Date of Stay: 07/27/11 Review Submitted: 08/24/11

The owner was absolutely wonderful and we felt like guests at a friends' place. The bed was very comfortable with beautiful linens and plenty of pillows, and the shower head was great: two things about which I would never remember to ask but which make a world of difference. The kitchen had much more than I expected: even a blender to make smoothies! The owner was very kind, and obviously cares about her guests' experience. Thanks for everything, B, especially for providing a child-friendly rental.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Wonderful Place and Centrally Located in Alameda!!

Guest: Vic P (Sierra Vista, AZ)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11 Review Submitted: 08/19/11

I stayed at this one bedroom apartment and it's soooo convenient to almost all that Alameda offers. It's only one half block to the biggest Catholic church on the island-City and just three blocks to the Park Street shopping district. The Park Street shopping district has many good restaurants, places to shop, numerous coffee shops, places to sit outside and enjoy the wonderful year-around weather of Alameda and it's also close to the cinemas, the City Hall, and City Library. The apartment is just off the street yet quiet, has off-street parking (a BIG plus in this crowded urban City!) and does offer laundry machines for a nominal fee. I highly recommend this apartment for anyone who wants a "cosy" atmosphere yet close to the many amenities of a major business district.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Wonderful time in Alameda

Guest: Graham (Ohio)
Date of Stay: 04/19/11 Review Submitted: 05/08/11

We chose this property on VRBO after seeing so many, as it seemed to meet our needs and price range perfectly. When we arrived after a long car ride, the flat was everything we expected, exactly as described and pictured. Although this is better for two or three, there were four of us and we had plenty of room. The flat is very well equipped with just about everything that anybody away from home could need. It was clean and beautifully decorated. The location was perfect for us, a walk to a nice shopping area and the beach, and a short car ride to Fruitvale BART or the Alameda ferry. Alameda itself is a delight to stay in, a small town feel in a big city environment. Lots of great shops to peruse, a safe place to walk and enjoy the lovely houses. Getting into SF is easy with the aforementioned BART or ferry, and if necessary Oakland and San Leandro shops are close. At a pinch, the bus runs by a couple of streets over and the place is a cab ride from Oakland Airport, so you could get by without a car, but the off street parking is a real bonus. Finally, Betty was incredibly helpful, always available, and could answer any questions that we had. Will happily stay there again and recommend to friends and family.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.

Home Away From Home

Guest: Traveling Tutu (Tamuning, Guam)
Date of Stay: 12/22/09 Review Submitted: 06/05/10

My huband and I have stayed in 3 of the apartments on our trips back to the Bay Area from the islands. Betty truly knows how to make her guests comfortable and welcome. The units are well appointed and have everything that you need for your stay.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.

Home away from home

Guest: Kevin W.K. (Tyler, Texas)
Date of Stay: 01/02/10 Review Submitted: 05/17/10

Great location for locum medical contractors! Safe, quaint, and quiet apartment, walking distance to everything you'll need while staying in the Bay Area. Park street is a must for a variety of cuisines and something to drink albeit cocktails or beer. A daily Farmer's market is open, movie theater, even the beach is right around the corner. I enjoyed many walks around Alameda admiring the Victorian homes and gardens. A photographers dream. I stayed on an exteded corporate lease and it was like another home to me. I will insist on staying here again if I get another medical contract in the bay area. Betty was great to work with too! You will love it here.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/29/09

What a wonderful place for work, recreation or visiting family. Walking distance to stores, the beach. A good desk for working and the bed is the most comfortable I've slept on. Very quiet and peaceful environment. The best place to stay in Alameda.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/01/08

Home away from home. Over an extended period of time, I stayed in three of the apartments here. Fantastic location, very quiet neighborhood, and lovely island with dozens of beautiful Victorian homes. Great for walks, fantastic restaurants nearby and of course, San Francisco is not far away. These charming apartments are quiet, comfortable and well appointed. It was truly like having a home away from home.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/22/04 Review Submitted: 06/22/04

Very comfortable garden apartment in a good location. Walking distance to neighborhood market, restaurants and shops, or public transit (ferry to SF or Bay Area Rapid Transit). Also very quiet. Appreciated extra touches in apartment that made it feel more like home.

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