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Sitting on the dock on the Bay

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Room
Marina
Interior
Room
Beach

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2625 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony

About this property

Sitting on the dock on the Bay

Waterside apartment in a Boating Community. Private entrance. 4 miles across the bay front downtown San Francisco.
Alameda is a charming island town filled with old Victorian summer homes. Large sunny beach. Windsurfing, Kite-boarding, Sailing, Sun Bathing. The town has many local pubs and restaurants.
The apartment unit has a floating dock in front of a large outside deck. It's a great place to to BBQ or just sitting on our dock enjoying San Francisco Bay, the one-bedroom unit has an attached bath and shower and a small side room with a small refrigerator, toaster, coffer maker some other amenities. The bed room can accommodate two people in the comfortable queen-size bed.
There is a large outside deck overlooking our boat dock. There seems to be a constant parade of kayaks, paddle-boarders, and boater passing up the canal.
A pleasant 20-minute ferry ride from Alameda will take you to the Ferry Building in down town San Francisco. Alameda's South Shore Beach, just a 10-minute walk, is a great place to sun bath or take lesson for Kite-boarding.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Alameda

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in West Alameda, a neighborhood in Alameda. Pier 39 and Union Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park, or consider SF Masonic Auditorium for a night out. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Alameda, CA

What's nearby

  • Crab Cove Visitor Center - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pacific Pinball Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • USS Hornet Museum - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Alameda Naval Air Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Lake Merritt Station - 6 min drive
  • Coliseum Station - 11 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bhan Mae Vane - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪East Ocean Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Neptune's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪SIGNAL Coffee Roasters - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sitting on the dock on the Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sitting on the dock on the Bay on Apr 1, 2026 start from $94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sitting on the dock on the Bay located?

Located in West Alameda, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from USS Hornet Museum and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from San Francisco Bay. Jack London Square and Oakland Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, comfortable room.

Easy booking and good communication with the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adeline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Convenient location, comfortable bed, they even make us a delicious cake ! Thank you for welcoming us in your home.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So peaceful

Was perfect for our weekend away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Location

Property is in a quiet neighborhood. Perfectly located on the water within walking distance of trails and parks. Also convenient for trips into Oakland and San Francisco.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Business Trip

Visiting a customer nearby. Quiet neighborhood and lots of restaurants in short driving distance. Hosts are very nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rita P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay.

This small space worked ideal for the purpose of our visit. Located near friends and we needed it only to sleep. Virtually no sounds proofing, yet comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

A. L.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Lovely view from the end of the enclave

Lovely view from the end of the enclave
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alameda rental

This is a perfect location for a San Francisco visit. Ferry access eliminates the expense and headaches of driving into the city. Alameda is a hidden gem of a neighborhood that is safe and has excellent ethnic food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keely M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing for fellow water lovers

Gary & Lisa were great hosts! The room was perfect for the two of us! Right on the water, very peaceful and close enough to town we could walk everywhere we wanted to go. They were extremely kind & even let us borrow their kayaks to explore the bay & Marina area. We LOVED it and will be back forsure! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OK room in a great location

Bedroom is in a condo, but has its own entrance. Table and chairs on deck is shared with owner. Owner very nice! Room needs a bit of a cleaning - shower somewhat moldy. Cobwebs on the walls. Water, coffee maker, snacks included - nice touch. "Kitchenette" is actually in a closet - kinda strange. Perfect location in Alameda.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I wish we gas more time.

This was such a relaxing place to stay. You have your own dock with many items to use not just a bbq. We spoke with Gary a few times. Once was regarding the bathroom fan, he was very empathetic and responsive. Lisa, we only got a chance to say hi in passing. We didn’t get to spend much time here… wish we did. For our first VRBO type stay, it was a huge success. Thank you Gary and Lisa for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Analie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication

Nice location

The location was very nice but the room was VERY hot and the mobile air conditioner was not functional. Be aware that this is a room in a house with a separate entrance but you do share walls with the owners. There were plenty of towels and bottles of water along with a few snacks which was nice. But the used bottles of shampoo/body wash in the shower kind of grossed me out. Also, the tv was older and not a smart tv so there were few channels and not great reception.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Peaceful bayside retreat

Tranquility of sitting outdoors viewing the marina channel and the bay very pleasurable. Owner did not respond to my request for specific information. The room could use maintenance and upgrades: •Kitchenette/closet area needed dusting and lacked dishwashing liquid. •Tub/shower faucet needs to be loosened. Very difficult to turn on. •Walls are very thin. I could hear snoring at night. Their cooking smelled good, though--waffles in the morning and curry at night. Share some with guest? :) :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Otis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Power issues

As soon as we got there, we tried to heat up our food in the microwave and the breaker goes. This happened throughout our stay. At one point we were without power to our fridge bathroom and TV. He finally got an electrion to come out on Friday, the day we were leaving. Was not a fun time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Our room was very nice. You can’t really prepare food there but they have converted a closet into a small kitchenette with a refrigerator microwave and coffee maker. If you are just going to sleep there it is perfect. It is attached to their living quarters so you can hear them which means they can hear you. Beautiful setting right on the bay. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed visiting San Francisco but staying outside of it for sleep! Bed was comfortable though be careful not to stub your toe! Water gets very hot fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SINDY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy & Quaint

We spent two nights here and slept great. We were active during the day and just need to sleep. All that you need for a relaxing evening and night. Very well kept and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place

Had a great visit! Worked perfect for us!! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon R.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Not a great space

I booked this space almost a year ago. I’ve learned a lot since then. This is a bedroom in a house with an exterior door. If you need a comfortable bed and little more, it may work for you. The deck over the canal offers gorgeous seating outside. Inside there are lots of deferred maintenance issues, such as hard to start faucets, bathroom fan that took 5 minutes to start and then sounded like it was about to fall out of the ceiling. The bathroom light would randomly turn off. The walls are paper thin, and offer little privacy. You can hear snoring and arguments and I’m sure they can hear everything that we said. The hair dryer was dirty,
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charming apt with everything you need provided. Enjoyed the views from the dock and deck. Took several pictures of San Francisco across the bay. Loved it and will be returning again the next time we visit our daughter in Alameda
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Junaid K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice location

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Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jay B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Marginal.

Owner didn’t know I was coming Unprepared Marginal accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

tibor H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

GREAT LITTLE PLACE FOR ONE (2 if your confortable in relative small places.) this could be easily be

GREAT LITTLE PLACE FOR ONE (2 if you are comfortable in relatively small places.) this could easily be a 5 star if it had immediately outside the sliding door (which is your only door to enter unit) a table and good size seat to be comfortable with a small crank out awning so the sun glare would not affect the computer screen you need to work on to change flights etc. price is half the price of a hotel price so YES, I will stay there again. bathroom fixtures are new and tight so tight we thought we would break the faucet if we pulled any harder to activate the faucet. A sign should be posted as we went without shover and sink the first night it was so tight. we did not want to damage fixtures. Found parking easily most nights and it is very nice and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Nice location.? Clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Parking and access are very good in a quiet neighborhood. Bed was very comfortable and enjoyed Keurig coffee , and lots of it, each morning on semi private area on there dock. The room was a little tight for a 5 day stay. The faucets were very hard to turn on and off, the bath room fan groaned loudly or did not works at all. The fluorescent light in the bathroom had one bulb burned out and the other one to flickered all the time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

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