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A building with a sign reading "North Berkeley Branch Berkeley Public Library."
A covered patio with a round table, chairs, a bench, and a door.
A residential street with houses, parked cars, and a small garden with potted plants.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a patterned rug. There is a kitchen with white cabinets and a window with plants.
A kitchen with open cabinets displaying glassware and dishes.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Historic Berkeley
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA
  • Place, Gourmet Ghetto
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Berkeley
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Luxurious Berkeley Home

We, your hosts, are a married couple; Margarita is a business owner, Bob is a physician. Our children are grown and have moved out and our place is underutilized as we spend a lot of time in Santa Cruz. We'd like to offer our Berkeley home to you as a short term rental.. The house is spacious and well equipped and there is ample outdoor space for spending time with friends or family with social distancing.

We have a 7 night minimum but may at times accept shorter stays The home has two bedrooms and one bath as well as a living room, a dining room, a pantry, and a breakfast nook. There is plenty of privacy. When we are in Berkeley we stay in back in a cottage. We enter via a driveway and would not be close to you when we stay in Berkeley.

Please note that the City of Berkeley charges a tax for short term rentals.. The rate is 12% plus a 2% administrative fee so the total is 14%. If you rent our home for fewer than 14 nights you will need to pay this directly to us and we will forward it to the city. There is no tax for longer stays. We have a zoning certificate - # ZCSTR2017-0022.

The normal rent is $220.00 / night. During certain times of the year (Thanksgiving, Xmas, and most dates in May (University of Berkeley graduation) the rate is $250.00 / night This rate for two guests. There is a charge of $20.00 / night for any additional guests. The maximum number of guests is four.

Our house is meticulously maintained, clean, airy, and fully equipped. It is located on a tree-lined street in what is generally considered to be one of the most desirable areas of Berkeley, close to wonderful restaurants, shops, and walking streets.

Our place is perfect for visiting scholars, scientists, business or creative people and for tourists who prefer the peace and quiet of this lovely East Bay city. Many of our guests have been people with children and grandchildren or other relatives or friends in the area. There is easy and fast access to downtown San Francisco via public transportation; bus and BART stations are in walking distance from our house.

Parking is on the street but is not a problem - often you can park directly in front of the house. No sticker is needed. Occasionally parking might be a half block or at most 1 block away

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
But not childproof - not good for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
Small gatherings okay
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Shoes may not be worn in the house No smoking, no pets
City of Berkeley tax= 14% for stays of fewer than 14 days. Pay directly to us, not through VRBO or Homeaway. . No tax for stays of 14 days or more
generally minimum number of nights is 6 but from December 17-January 2 there is a 10 night minimum length of stay

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VCSTR0022
Property # 254170vb
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
Note from host: small gatherings okay
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
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

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Albany, a neighbourhood in Berkeley. Golden Gate Bridge and Ferry Building are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Presidio of San Francisco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Gourmet Ghetto - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tilden Regional Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • North Berkeley Station - 3 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Headlands Brewing - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chez Panisse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Berkeley Natural Grocery Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Crepevine - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious Berkeley Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxurious Berkeley Home?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxurious Berkeley Home on 26 Aug 2026 start from £1,473, 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.

How much is parking at Luxurious Berkeley Home?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Luxurious Berkeley Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious Berkeley Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious Berkeley Home located?

Located in Albany, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Berkeley and University of California, Berkeley. San Francisco Bay is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) away. North Berkeley Station is 20 minutes by foot and Downtown Berkeley Station is 29 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Bob Dolgoff and Margarita Nicol

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Husband: physician. Wife: businesswoman. We have 5 grown children and 5 grandchildren. Yes, cute! We have been in the area for many years and want It would be fun to tell you all about our town and neighborhood. We know you'll enjoy the area and our home.

Why they chose this property

We didn't buy it as a vacation rental. It is our home. You will have full use of the appliances, dishes, etc. and you can use the staples and spices you find in the pantry and the refrigerator.

What makes this property unique

Great location. Walk to UC Berkeley. Solano Avenue with its shops and restaurants is just 3 blocks away. An express bus to San Francisco is two blocks away. You can walk to the North Berkeley BART station;. it's just a little over a mile. If you don't know about the climate in our area let us tell you -- it seldom gets very hot in the summer (almost no one has air conditioning) or too cold in the winter (no frost or snow). Winters can be rainy and cool and at times cold. It almost never rains all summer long but it can be foggy and cool. Our usual summer weather may features fog or clouds in the morning clearing by Noon, then bright sunshine all afternoon, and then cooling in the evening. In the summer we can have spells when it is overcast for few days at a time. September is frequently our hottest month. In the winter it can be drizzly or rainy for days at a time or warm and sunny for days at a time or bright sunny and warm for days at a time.
The neighborhood is fabulous. Tree-lined streets, homes with beautiful landscaping, lots of flowers even in the winter. Shopping streets a few blocks away are lined with boutiques, cafes, restaurants of all kinds, specialty food stores, a great bookstore, etc. You'll have fun just walking around. One of the county library branches is a block away.

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