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Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best

Bayside guesthouse in Hayward with an outdoor pool

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Room
Private kitchen
Room
Room
Dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
$175
avg per night

Explore the area

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Hayward, CA
  • Place, Lone Tree Cemetery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Tesla Motors
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Living room has a sofa bed and futon.

2 Double Futons

One bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Full bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
Price is $175 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this guesthouse is near the bay. Hayward Flight and Sky Ride are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Southland Mall and Union Landing. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oakland Arena or Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Lone Tree Cemetery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jack London Square - 22 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Tesla Motors - 24 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Levi's Stadium - 35 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Stanford University - 37 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Castro Valley Station - 7 min drive
  • Pleasanton Station - 20 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪HL Peninsula Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Rancho Taqueria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best

Enjoy a private detached luxury guest house in the exclusive East Bay Hills.

One bedroom with sleeper sofa in the living room, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, living room, private bathroom, private parking, wonderful bay view, private backyard.

Sleeps up to four (4) only. (California King bed, sofa bed and futon) Gated Estate.

Washer/Dryer available for guests who book seven (7) or more consecutive days.

100% non-smoking
Wifi
Oversized working area
Iron/Ironing board
Coffee machine and toaster
Plush down comforter
Hairdryer
Property is surrounded by 24/7 security cameras
Covered off street parking
No A/C.

Guest will have full access to guest house backyard. No access to the garages. We live on the premises and available if necessary.

We respect your privacy. Please respect ours. No unauthorized guest/visitors. All guests (including children, visitors, day use, etc...) must be registered at time of booking.

No smoking
No pets (no exceptions). Please don’t ask!!!
No parties or events
No guests/visitors

There is convenient public transportation.
10 minutes to BART.

Short drive to three International Airports.

15 miles to Oakland International Airport.

25 miles to San Francisco International Airport.

28 miles to San Jose International Airport.

We follow CDC Home Case guidelines and Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces (e.g. tables, hard-backed chairs, doorknobs, light switches, remotes, handles, desks, toilets, sinks)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
$500.00 cost for violation of this rule.
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Pets

No pets allowed
$150 per day for violation of this rule.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$150 for violation of this rule.
Only the number of guest registered at time of booking are allowed on the premises. Please respect our privacy and have no visitors.
All communication must be done through the VRBO platform.
No last minute requests without prior reviews. Any late checkout will cost the guest an additional day of rent. Late checkout is after 11:00 am.

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
Note from host: $500.00 cost for violation of this rule.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best on Dec 29, 2025 start from $199.5, 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.

Is Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best located?

Situated near the bay, this guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Lone Tree Cemetery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sulphur Creek Nature Center and Alex Giualini Plaza Park. Cinemark Century at Hayward is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Old Fairview Cottage - Gated Comfort At It’s Best Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

chris d.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This reservation was booked and accepted last minute. The property manager sent messages confirming the reservation and provided information that the check in instructions would be provided day of. The reservation was then unexpectedly cancelled the day of check in for no reason and with no communication from property manager.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Lovely cottage

The Old Fairview Cottage is the perfect place to stay while in the Bay Area. It’s got views of the hills and the bay and is nestled behind the the gated entry of the main house making it super safe and secure. I was lucky enough to stay here while a beautiful tree outside the bedroom window was in full bloom. The owners are very gracious and responsive, making check in/out a breeze. The cottage itself is clean, comfy and has everything you need. I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in the area! 5+++ stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Bernadette M M.

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

Nice neighborhood, but nothing special here

No wifi, internet, couldnt watch TV, no AC for those warm days, fan not adequate, furniture old, Vrbo pics are old. The main thing was cleanliness, you'd expect At least as clean as a hotel room. We never used appliances, but we're accused of breaking a microwave, when we ordered Kentucky fried chicken, for dinner Really pathetic Finally, stayed at hampton inn, left within 4 hours of no communication. Gave up. Nice area, but not a nice rental. As a vrbo renter, an previous host Mercado round home. We know what it should be. We should not let Hosts get away with this behavior !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

So much better than a hotel!

We were in the area for a graduation and had considered a hotel. This home was so much better than a hotel! The neighborhood is beautiful, this guest home is tucked away for privacy, there's a locked gate for safety and privacy, and the owners are delightful! The home worked great for my husband and our teenage son. The bedroom is tucked away from the family room, so our son was able to play his Xbox when we had downtime, and we didn't feel like we were invading each others' spaces. He also loved the soft futon. It might not be the best location for elderly folks as there is a grassy area with pavers and some small steps to get into the home. However, once inside, the home is very accessible with everything on one level, no uneven floors, and a short step-in shower. We only think of these things because we often travel with my elderly parents. Lastly, the homeowners were just the perfect amount of available and absent so that we truly felt like we were on vacation, but could communicate with them easily through the listing website. They were very welcoming and we would definitely stay at their guest home again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P., Seattle, WA

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

Perfect for our family

This is a great property. It is gated and safe. The kitchen well stocked and modern. Check in was a breeze. Very comfy for our stay. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Safe, quiet, modern accomodation

Property was a great mother-in-law set up, separated from the main house and very much felt like a private property. Very secure as property was gated. Host welcomed us, went over things, and saw us off at the end of stay. Great communication on questions we had in advance of stay. Would stay there again. Great views of S.F. bay driving up to property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John R.

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

GREAT PLACE

My only complaint is that there is no AC and I hit a really hot day/night. With only fans it was tough to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Property was fantastic in a quiet neighborhood. Stayed for two weeks while working in the are, loved the full kitchen and comfortable feel of the place. Host was responsive and accommodating. Definitely will stay again when back in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Incredible location, pleasant stay

We stayed 2 nights for a Rugged Maniac Race in Pleasanton CA. We had everything we needed from the guest house, and a Safeway was just down the street for groceries. The property was beautiful, and the owners were very communicative and respectful of our privacy. My ONLY complaint would be the pull out couch. I’m a fairly restless sleeper, and moving at all was extremely loud and disruptive to my friend sleeping on the futon across from me. Overall very happy with our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B., Henderson, NV. USA

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

Safe & Secure

Feel safe at this property. Plenty of privacy. Comfortable bed. Will go back to this place when I can.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

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

Wonderful stay in a private property

We stayed for 3 nights and we had a wonderful experience at this secured, private, gated property. Check in was easy and the host was personally present to welcome us and show the property and shared instructions. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

10/10 Excellent

Juan C., Nuevo

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

🙏

Exelent place I really have a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Exactly as advertised - no hidden surprises

The guest house, privacy, and pictures were 100% accurate! Sometimes pictures on these websites can be deceiving, but not in this case - it's very clean and well maintained. Stayed 3 nights for a visit to the corporate office and only saw the owners when I checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

David B., Henderson, NV. USA

Hayward Hills

Very nice & comfortable. Comfortable bed and secure and safe property .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019