Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC
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In the city of Orinda, we have a beautiful, peaceful, comfortable hilltop "ZEN Retreat” WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS on a 3+ acre compound adjacent to 200+ acres of forest with Oaks, Pines, and Madrones.
The Orinda Residence is a short driving distance to HWY 24 and Orinda BART, our Metro/Subway System. Minutes from Downtown San Francisco, U.C. Berkeley Campus, Berkeley Lawrence National Laboratory (World-class research center for Nuclear Science and High Energy Physics).
The Orinda Residence offers 1 private bedroom with 1 attached private bathroom. access to the living room, sunny family room, kitchen, laundry, and parking. Perfect for anyone who is visiting San Francisco Bay Area, especially for business, research work, on a job assignment or just visiting family and friends.
The rental offers safe Parking for only one (1) car, a Laundry facility, High-Speed WiFi Internet, and Cable TV. The bedroom has queen size bed, fine bed linens, and bath towels. Kitchen overlooking a beautiful garden.
The homeowners live on the property. The property has no pets and absolutely smoke-free with no loud music.
This beautiful, refreshing stay in a private residence, is an ideal solution for anyone who is not interested in just a hotel room. If you are looking for some peace and quiet, a restorative break from your life. This is an excellent choice!
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Property maintenance will be done by Ground-Keeper, Gardener, Pool-Cleaner will have scheduled visits to maintain the property during your visit. Pl
Only two (2) guests can be accommodated and must share one (1) bed. There is a separate TV room offered to our guests.
Please NO smoking, No Pets, No loud music. Not suitable for parties or having personal visitors.
Important information
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Property # 1249033vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Orinda
Lost Valley, a neighbourhood in Orinda, is home to this holiday home. Orinda Theater and Lesher Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Telegraph Avenue and Broadway Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oakland Arena or Memorial Stadium.
University of California, Berkeley - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
Redwood Regional Park - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Orinda Station - 6 min drive
Berkeley Station - 19 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Si Si Caffe - 6 min drive
The Fourth Bore - 5 min drive
Peet's Coffee & Tea - 5 min drive
Taco Bell - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC on 14 May 2026 start from £110, 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 Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Art-Filled ORINDA ZEN Retreat. BREATHTAKING VIEWS! Minutes to BART, SAN FRANCISC located?
Located in Lost Valley, this holiday home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Orinda Theater and within 6 miles (10 km) of Saint Mary's College and Lafayette Reservoir. Redwood Regional Park and University of California, Berkeley are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This house has a million dollar view - it also has nice bedrooms, bathrooms, and a great kitchen. The owner is a charming lady who gave us a tour and a history before leaving us on our own. I don't recommend making the first drive up the mountain in the dark - fortunately, we did it in daylight - as the road is fairly twisty, but its worth it. The house is close enough to restaurants, UC Berkeley, and attractions that we didn't feel out of the way but it was still wonderful to get up and have breakfast under the pergola at the edge of the cliff to take in the fabulous view.
Carol L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Shannon D.
19 Oct 2018
The view was amazing, I enjoy walking out each morning and evening and looking out over the horizon.
The property was beautiful! Peaceful. Alot of flowers a deer even walked near us up the driveway. Daisy, the home owner was so welcoming and kind, she left us flowers and chocolates for our Anniversary! We took a few walks in the morning, it was fun to walk the huge hills and look at different views.
Shannon D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jeanne g.
11 Oct 2018
It was a wonderful peaceful and beautiful place to stay
The house with views were fantastic, Daisy was so incredibly nice and easy to work with, it was very comfortable and easy to stay in. We will be back!
jeanne g.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandy J.
17 Sept 2018
Very beautiful and peaceful
We had a wonderful visit. Daisy made us feel very welcome at their home. The house was very comfortable with an outstanding view. We would definitely stay again.
Sandy J.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David M.
22 Aug 2018
This a magnificent place and the hostess gets my highest recomendation.
This a very comfortable spacious home with a well equiped kitchen and a gorgeous view of the East Bay mountains.
David M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amos F.
12 Aug 2018
How can you compare a hotel room to a beautiful spacious home in Orinda!!
Everything about our stay in the SF area was great especially our stay in this beautiful home. Thank you Daisy for being a great host, you and Ms Mizrahi were great and easy to work with.
Amos F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Sara Mizrahi, Property Manager
I am the property manager and enjoy hosting people from all corners of our world!
Why they chose this property
Property overlooking beautiful garden is located at the end of a private road in beautiful Orinda. The City of Orinda is located between San Francisco and Walnut Creek (near Berkeley, Oakland, Rockridge, Piedmont, Lafayette, Moraga). Gorgeous mountaintop hideaway with million $ views, on 3 private acre ground, adjacent to 200+ open acres of forest facing Sibley Volcanic Preserve.
If you are looking for some peace and quiet, a restorative break from your life, this is an excellent choice!
What makes this property unique
Minutes from San Francisco, Berkeley, Oakland and other major East Bay cities. Very special location, with breathtaking views from every corner, a tranquil retreat in a very busy, populous metropolis we call San Francisco Bay Area!
Orinda is an excellent choice for anyone taking a break, visiting family, internships, or in for work.
Money Magazine calls Orinda, "Truly distinguished community of the San Francisco Bay area"
Wall Street Journal - "Orinda is one the most affluent communities in East Bay"
Forbes magazine - "Orinda was ranked the second most friendly town in America by Forbes!"
San Francisco Chronicle - "Orinda is one of the safest communities with well educated population".
The New Yorker Magazine says "Orinda is the greatest small town in America".
Come and see for yourself. It is all that and more!!