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"Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"

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A living room with a green sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a large mirror with lights, a picture on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a set of lockers against the wall.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large wall tapestry.
Room
A small, enclosed closet with a patterned wall, a bed with white bedding, and a partially open door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tilden Regional Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Kensington, CA
  • Place, Tilden Regional Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Blake Garden
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Rock Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

"Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"

Kensington Quarters is a stunningly remodeled guest apartment w/ new private deck retreat. Centrally located in coveted neighborhood in the Kensington/Berkeley Hills. Boutique hotel-like living room, bedroom, full kitchen, and full bath with walk in shower. Strolling (1/2 block) distance to Kensington Village. On central bus lines to downtown Berkeley (2 m) and San Francisco (11 m), 1.1 m from Bart station. Includes dedicated parking spot. Host is available for any needs or recommendations. Garden entrance to private deck with hanging lounge and swing chair. Living room with large windows, big flat screen tv w/ fire stick and direct tv, electric fireplace w/ color options and heat, pull out sofa w feather bed and linens. Lovely bedroom w/ queen bed and linens, closet w/ light, full mirror and zone heating control. Brand new, fully appointed kitchen w/refrigerator, gas range, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, toaster, blender, Keurig, coffee press, coffee, tea, and bar counter for seating. Large full bath w/ walk in shower w/ rain shower head, soap, shampoo, conditioner, and bluetooth fan for music.
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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO PETS allowed-Violation-additional cleaning fee of $200 may apply.
NO SMOKING anything inside. Designated smoking area is on your private deck with metal pail for ash. Additional cleaning fee of $200 may apply.
NO cooking of smelly food-no fish or oil frying-additional cleaning fee of $200 may apply.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2388965vb
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
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

Kensington, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this apartment. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and SF Masonic Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking nearby.
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Kensington, CA

What's nearby

  • Tilden Regional Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Blake Garden - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Indian Rock Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tilden Nature Area - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Oracle Park - 26 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 5 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Apple's Restaurant & Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Semifreddi's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sakana Sushi & Roll - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Korean Superette - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Taqueria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at "Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat" located?

Located in Kensington, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Tilden Regional Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from University of California, Berkeley. Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km). El Cerrito Plaza Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice! Very good communication. Kind of a busy area, but local shops are handy and parking spot in driveway is great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Trish was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
So glad you visited and enjoyed it☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful neighborhood and we easily walked to local shops and cafes. Riding the BART and making our way to Fisherman’s Wharf went smoothly and we enjoyed a day in nearby Muir Woods. Our accommodations were terrific: spotlessly clean, comfortable bed, fantastic shower, nicely appointed kitchen and lovely decor! Hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delicious place to stay. Warm, easy host. The pictures don’t do it justice. Highlights for me lounging on the back porch swing, a deep sleep at night in the quiet neighborhood and oh… The shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thanks so much and pleasure hosting you☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had everything we needed for our trip :) great location well taken care of. Will be staying here again when we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aminy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, outdoor space, updated kitchen and bath, quiet, perfect for our family gathering!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bess W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks!! Loved our stay!! Bess
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host, very communicative and personable. The accommodations were perfect for us, great location near our family. We loved the rain shower in the bathroom!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t be better. Comfortable bed, lovely kitchen, terrific shower, easy access. Everything worked perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
So glad you visited and enjoyed it ☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at "Kensington Quarters". Trish, the host, went above & beyond to make us feel welcome & at home. The bed was comfy, the house was warm, quiet & cozy with lots of fun decor throughout, and the SHOWER was amazing!!! Thank you, Trish!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
So glad you visited and enjoyed it ☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great Stay

Our visit was excellent and without any problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Thanks for coming and for taking such good care of our place☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne L.

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

Christmas In California

This is an amazing spot and was great place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred N.

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

Just right…

Charming comfortable place to stay. For my purposes the location was perfect. Cozy bedroom with a very nice bed. I’ll definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia E.

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

A nice staycation

It was a very cute space, very convenient. I could hear the dogs around, but not a bother. Glad we chose to stay here for our staycation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Great Place

Very much enjoyed the place. Nicely decorated, private beautiful neighborhood. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Like Home

Very comfortable and privacy was all wonderful. Will be back when visiting the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrett W.

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

Just what I needed

I just needed a convenient comfortable place to stay for a quick weekend to visit old friends. This fit the bill the home was clean and well appointed. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Quiet, clean, and great location

This is a great 1 BR basement apartment with a new kitchen and bathroom. The owner is highly responsive, and most East Bay locations are easily accessible. Walkable to downtown Kensington. I would return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great little place

This is a nice apartment in the perfect neighborhood. This was our second visit. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
Thanks-love having you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Great stay!

We were in the Bay Area for a wedding in Berkeley. This VRBO was the perfect location for us. The unit has all the essentials--nice bed, nice coffee maker, nice shower, nice living room--but is also very artfully decorated. And Kensington is a beautiful area. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Great spot in Kensington

Clean, quiet, and convenient. It is decorated and furnished perfectly and well hosted. It is no wonder that many of the previous notes in the guestbook at this property indicate that they are on a return visit. I, too, will likely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sweet, complete, as as advertised

Too brief stay near family gathering. Clean, well appointed lower level apartment below a lovely home, beautiful neighborhood. Safe and easy parking. Private deck more important for warmer season. Communication with Trish, the host, was excellent, check in/out a breeze. Will stay there again,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn C.

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

Kensington Quarters So Cute!

This unit was perfect for our stay during the beginning of a home remodel. The deck overlooking the big oak tree was so handy, and the unit stayed nice and cool during a short heat wave. The owner was so gracious and helpful.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Great stay

The apartment was perfect for us. Very clean, comfortable and convenient. Trish supplied toiletries in the bath and condiments and spices in the kitchen. The location in the town of Kensington is close to restaurants, a grocery, and a wine shop. It's a beautiful and safe area to walk. Trish responds immediately when contacted. She and her husband could not have been more accommodating. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in a cute town!

This place is lovely! It's so cute and has a wonderful little private porch area with comfy hanging chairs. The owners are kind and some of the most accommodating people I've come across on any vacation rental site. Checkout procedures were easy, quick, and reasonable. This area is incredibly difficult to get around in and really is not suitable for new drivers. I was lucky to have people who are familiar with Berkeley driving with me, but the stress driving around here would cause a novice driver may cause you to want to pick another place. Conversely, if you're willing to walk, you can see an adorable town with lots of shops, cafes, etc and some of the most incredible views of the Bay Area I've ever seen from gorgeous parks. I do think the owner is getting a bit ripped off by their cleaning service- anything that isn't immediately visible is completely untouched. Your jacket falls off the hook behind the door in the corner? Something falls under the bed? It's gonna be covered in what looks like years of dust bunnies that have been pushed out of sight instead of picked up. The cleaning staff also don't seem to clear out spiders, as I had to get rid of maybe two dozen while I was there. If you're comfortable with small spiders, this place is perfectly fine, but watch out if you're traveling with someone who is afraid of them. Overall, this place is comfy, affordable, in a cute and (mostly) walkable area, and has hosts who will be very good to you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by trish mcdermott

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Hi and welcome! I am Mom of three almost grown kids and a designer/project manager. Love to spend time at the beach and doing art.

Why they chose this property

Unique new apartment near cute village!

What makes this property unique

Well appointed and cozy apartment in a great neighborhood

Languages:

English

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