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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA
  • Place, Gourmet Ghetto
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Berkeley Garden Cottage

This cozy, light-filled studio cottage is located in my back yard and features double french doors that open onto a lush garden filled with roses and wisteria. The main room has a queen-sized bed, a large skylight, a desk, and a closet. The mini-kitchen has a fridge + freezer, microwave, induction hot plate, and an electric kettle. The spacious bathroom has a walk in shower — I probably spent days picking out the tile!

If you like walking and the outdoors, you'll love our neighborhood! We're located two blocks from a market, cafe, butcher, pizzeria, cheese shop and sushi restaurant, an outdoor, heated city-run pool, tennis courts, and a track.

A couple of blocks in the other direction is Solano Ave, which offers an even broader range of restaurants, from Thai to Mediterranean to Himalayan and more.

If you have a car, you're just a short drive from hiking, biking and running trails in Tilden Park or miles of shoreline by the San Francisco Bay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4893730vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Berkeley

Albany, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this cottage. Pier 39 and Ferry Building 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. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Berkeley, CA

What's nearby

  • Gourmet Ghetto - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Indian Rock Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • North Berkeley Station - 20 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Headlands Brewing - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Berkeley Natural Grocery Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Talavera - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Korean Superette - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Schmidt's Pub - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Berkeley Garden Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Berkeley Garden Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Berkeley Garden Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Berkeley Garden Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Berkeley Garden Cottage located?

Located in Albany, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of University of California, Berkeley, Tilden Regional Park and Greek Theater. Golden Gate Fields and Telegraph Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km). North Berkeley Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little studio cottage. Perfect for us. Clean, quiet, and peaceful. Walkable to nice little parks. Check out Jewels Terrace Park. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

barbara l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The neighborhood is beautiful, location great, pet acceptance wonderful. I know it’s a hot location but it did feel like a pretty high price for a tiny backyard cabin. The yard was very overgrown and untidy so you couldn’t use it or sit outside, so that would have helped it feel like more of a fair value.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catharina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and modern studio in a peaceful garden setting. It suited my needs perfectly. The host provided timely, accurate, and convenient information about the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice unit, clean and practical. Attentive owner. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alistair S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monica was exceptionally welcoming and the cottage is in pristine condition and is very comfortable. What a gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2026
I hope your research brings you back to the Bay Area soon! Thanks, Monica
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean space with welcoming host in a great location. I stayed for several days, doing a mix of remote work and visiting family and friends. I loved the focus on sustainability - easy to not only recycle, but also compost - and the walkable proximity to businesses (easy 10ish minutes to coffee, food, other shopping). Host made sure I was comfortable and was available to answer questions or assistance if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean room, sweet garden setting with the smell of spring blossoms. Nice shower, comfortable bed.It does not need to be this basic. We got one guest towel and had to text and ask in person for a second towel which was stiff and scratchy. There is a small rickety table in the corner with a very soiled chair. That and a bed is all. There are some small quaint vintage folding chairs in the patio, but not strong enough to hold my sweetie. He sat on a wooden bench. The picinc table where we could have had our coffee had an overgrown lemon tree that obscured the table, so it was unusable. The heater seemed to be on a basic setting that we could not turn off, so the room was a bit too warm-we kept all the windows open and used the fan to move the air.No paper towels or rags to clean up with. The mini fridge was 1/2 full of other people's food and a coke can froze and exploded all over during the night. I had no way to clean it up, even though it was not my mess to begin with. There was a used toothbrush and small slivers of old bars of soap that could have been thrown away. I would have given 5 stars if the host made a simple trip to a thrift store to get some towels, a small round table and 2 chairs, plus stocking some paper towels and throwing away other guests used items. Plus trimming the lemon tree to give access to the table. I hope she does these simple fixes, this is a charming cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, comfortable, and conveniently located!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beata D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Monica Lam

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I was born in California, but grew up in Chicago and Washington, D.C. I love to travel, and to meet new people around the world. I speak conversational Spanish, German, Cantonese, and French and have traveled to 5 out of 7 of the world's continents.

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood has everything, from good food to easy access to the outdoors. If you love to run, bike, hike, or swim, this is the place to be!

What makes this property unique

I live right next door in the main house, so you'll see me coming and going. If I'm here, join me for a meal or a chat!

Languages:

French, German, Spanish
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