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Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Oakland, CA
- Place, Telegraph Avenue3 min walk
- Place, Children's Hospital Oakland6 min walk
- Place, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center2 min drive
- Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Crib
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley
Our cozy, newly renovated North Oakland home is 2 mi from UC Berkeley, a 10min walk to Temescal's best restaurants & bars, & Children’s Hospital. Easy access to San Francisco (Ferry, Uber, Bart).
The home features our spacious & charming living + dining area
Enjoy the outdoors with Fire Pit Lounge & Patio Dining under the String Lights!
Our 2 BD/1BA, 1000sqft spacious home offers Full Kitchen (complimentary coffee/tea), Laundry & Central AC/Heat.
Enjoy our stylish & centrally located place!
This private 2Bed/1Bath ground floor suite has one-step entry.
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Cozy yet Grand Living & Dining area:
Enjoy your family dinners on our thoughtful and spacious dining table featuring our grand table that can seat up to 8 people.
Lounge and relax in the living room with big beautiful windows and spectacular artwork.
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Full Kitchen:
The kitchen has a gas stove/oven, full size fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee & tea station, and the basics to cook a nice meal. Enjoy your meals in the breakfast nook.
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2 Bedrooms:
Both bedrooms are equipped with queen beds, wardrobes, and desk spaces to work.
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Bathroom:
The bathroom has all of your essentials - towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, hairdryer, cotton swabs, q-tips.
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Laundry:
Equipped with washer/dryer and all the basics.
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Backyard:
The outdoor space is a wonderful place to unwind. Soak the sun on the Day-beds and patio chairs.
Enjoy a romantic dinner under the string lights and end the night with a glass of wine(or two) around the fire-pit under the string lights.
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Parking:
We offer only 1 paid parking on the property driveway for $25/night or $50 per stay. Please let us know to reserve your spot.
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Early Check-in / Late Checkout:
Additional fees of $50/hr from the standard time.
Please ask us for an early check-in, we will try our best to accommodate you.
The additional fee helps us get the place ready as per your schedule and compensate our cleaners for the extra help they bring in accordingly.
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Additional Conveniences:
For all your travel needs, we are located close to our neighborhood convenience store and a short walk to the nearby Whole Foods and Walgreens.
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Other things to note
The couch in the living room lays flat and pulls out to a Queen Size bed.
We provide Mattress topper, comforter, bedsheet and pillows for a comfortable stay.
For infants/toddlers, we provide(upon request) a crib, high chair, changing table and pack n play crib.
Street Parking on the entire street, except right next to the store, is free. Please be careful of street cleaning days (2nd & 4th Mondays and Tuesdays: 12.30 - 3.30pm). The security cameras are located outside the front entrance, facing the street. There is also a security camera outside the back door, pointed out towards the backyard.
These cameras are motion activated and record as long as any movement exists.
The home features our spacious & charming living + dining area
Enjoy the outdoors with Fire Pit Lounge & Patio Dining under the String Lights!
Our 2 BD/1BA, 1000sqft spacious home offers Full Kitchen (complimentary coffee/tea), Laundry & Central AC/Heat.
Enjoy our stylish & centrally located place!
This private 2Bed/1Bath ground floor suite has one-step entry.
----------
Cozy yet Grand Living & Dining area:
Enjoy your family dinners on our thoughtful and spacious dining table featuring our grand table that can seat up to 8 people.
Lounge and relax in the living room with big beautiful windows and spectacular artwork.
----------
Full Kitchen:
The kitchen has a gas stove/oven, full size fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee & tea station, and the basics to cook a nice meal. Enjoy your meals in the breakfast nook.
----------
2 Bedrooms:
Both bedrooms are equipped with queen beds, wardrobes, and desk spaces to work.
----------
Bathroom:
The bathroom has all of your essentials - towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, hairdryer, cotton swabs, q-tips.
----------
Laundry:
Equipped with washer/dryer and all the basics.
----------
Backyard:
The outdoor space is a wonderful place to unwind. Soak the sun on the Day-beds and patio chairs.
Enjoy a romantic dinner under the string lights and end the night with a glass of wine(or two) around the fire-pit under the string lights.
----------
Parking:
We offer only 1 paid parking on the property driveway for $25/night or $50 per stay. Please let us know to reserve your spot.
----------
Early Check-in / Late Checkout:
Additional fees of $50/hr from the standard time.
Please ask us for an early check-in, we will try our best to accommodate you.
The additional fee helps us get the place ready as per your schedule and compensate our cleaners for the extra help they bring in accordingly.
----------
Additional Conveniences:
For all your travel needs, we are located close to our neighborhood convenience store and a short walk to the nearby Whole Foods and Walgreens.
-----------------------
Other things to note
The couch in the living room lays flat and pulls out to a Queen Size bed.
We provide Mattress topper, comforter, bedsheet and pillows for a comfortable stay.
For infants/toddlers, we provide(upon request) a crib, high chair, changing table and pack n play crib.
Street Parking on the entire street, except right next to the store, is free. Please be careful of street cleaning days (2nd & 4th Mondays and Tuesdays: 12.30 - 3.30pm). The security cameras are located outside the front entrance, facing the street. There is also a security camera outside the back door, pointed out towards the backyard.
These cameras are motion activated and record as long as any movement exists.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
1. Check-out time is 11.00am.
2. Please place any used towels in the hamper located in the master bedroom.
3. No need to take out the trash. Instead please collect all the trash & recyclables in the containers located in the kitchen. We'll take it from there :)
4. Please turn off devices/lights/thermostat
5. We’d really appreciate it if you can let us know that you’ve checked out - thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Oakland
Upper Telegraph, a neighborhood in Oakland, is home to this vacation home. Ferry Building and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Union Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Oakland, CA
What's nearby
- Telegraph Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Children's Hospital Oakland - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Claremont Clinic - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Kingfish Pub & Cafe - 8 min walk
- Me Va Con - 12 min walk
- Mountain Bound Coffee & Tea - 10 min walk
- Cholita Linda - 10 min walk
- Hawking Bird - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
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9.4/10
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9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Garrett H.
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Garrett H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Hannah L.
Jan 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, well appointed home in convenient location
Hannah L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
Feb 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit. Nicer even than the pictures
Carol H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hether H.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the backyard!
Hether H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
David C.
Dec 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet apartment in Bushrod
David C.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ritu C.
Aug 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious and clean place!
Ritu C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nickolas T.
Nov 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful home
Nickolas T.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne D.
Feb 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suzanne D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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