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Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills

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Adorable cottage with private entrance and side deck
Access to laundry is in the building to the left under the awning
deck attached to the cottage (occasionally shared with main house)
Cottage private entrance
Spacious one room cottage with day bed that pulls out into a King size bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 1

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kensington, CA
  • Place, Blake Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tilden Regional Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 1)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills

This cute and comfy cottage has it's own private entry off of the street, and easily accessible street parking (no parking permits required, no street sweeping). There is a private deck attached with comfortable seating and views of the garden.
The cottage includes a kitchen with all of your cooking needs, a refrigerator, and a chef quality microwave (you can cook a chicken in it!), and a double burner hot plate for everything else. WiFi is included, as well as a TV, Amazon Firestick, and your own private Netflix account for all your entertainment needs.
Within a two block walk, you'll find a local market, pizza place, pub and restaurant, a bakery/coffee shop, and a Farmer's Market every Sunday.
There are multiple bus stops just down the street which can take you anywhere throughout the East Bay and even to San Francisco. Plus BART is only a fifteen minute jaunt away!
This place really does have it all.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Berkeley

Kensington, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island, while San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Walt Disney Family Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. With power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Kensington, CA

What's nearby

  • Indian Rock Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blake Garden - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tilden Regional Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 7 min drive
  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 20 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Apple's Restaurant & Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Semifreddi's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chef's Chinese Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mel-O-Dee - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills?

As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills on 22 Jun 2026 start from £81, 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.

What time is check-in at Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Cottage nestled in the Kensington Hills located?

Located in Kensington, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of University of California, Berkeley, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Golden Gate Fields. Greek Theater and Memorial Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km). El Cerrito Plaza Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debasish R.

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

Excellent place

Had all the comforts of daily life with a great host and a great neighborhood. Would be my first choice in the Berkeley area.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you so much! We enjoyed having you and look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor E.

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

Great place

Had a good time staying here. A lot of spider webs and such but it was still enjoyable!
Stayed 76 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
So glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay here in Kensington. Sorry if the nature aspect was too much for you we know webs can be a bother. But we are in a lush part of the East Bay on the edge of a creek, so we do get insects over the Summer!

About the host

Hosted by Suhaila Salimpour

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Why they chose this property

This property has been a special place for me since I was born. It has evolved and changed with me over the years, and has always been an inviting place for my friends, family, and community.
Having a cottage in the back of my property means I can now share this awesome space with you as well!

What makes this property unique

You will be tucked away in a cute and cozy cottage in the hills of the East Bay with access to shopping, public transportation, and beautiful nature walks just a short distance away.

*Freeway access within 2 miles of home.

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