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Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13

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Interior
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Room
Interior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • Place, Jonestown Memorial
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Oracle Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Pier 39
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13

Tranquil Private Garden Apartment With Easy Bay Area Access

Welcome to your peaceful retreat in Oakland. This private garden apartment offers a quiet, comfortable stay with its own entrance, thoughtful amenities, and a serene setting across from the beautiful Mills College campus. Ideal for solo travelers or couples seeking rest, privacy, and easy access to the Bay Area.

Inside, the apartment is designed for relaxed, practical living. Enjoy morning coffee with garden views, prepare light meals using the induction burner, microwave, mini fridge, electric kettle, and coffee maker, and unwind in the evening in the queen-size bed topped with a plush memory foam mattress topper. The bathroom features a striking antique clawfoot tub, perfect for soaking after a long day, along with fresh towels, soap, and a hairdryer. A spacious walk-in closet makes settling in easy, even for longer stays.

Step outside into a shared garden filled with herbs, flowering plants, and mature fruit trees including tangerines, lemons, limes, oranges, figs, and loquats. Quiet seating areas and winding paths lead to views of a ravine and creek, offering a rare sense of calm in an urban setting.

Practical comforts include on-site laundry, easy parking, reliable Wi-Fi, and quick access to Highway 580 and Highway 13, making travel to downtown Oakland, Berkeley, San Francisco, and the Bay Bridge simple and efficient. A nearby bus line connects to BART for car-free exploration.

The surrounding neighborhood is peaceful and tree-lined, perfect for morning walks. Mills College is directly across the street and offers scenic paths and access to a beautiful public pool surrounded by redwoods.

This apartment is best suited for guests who value quiet, nature, and a well-maintained space. No pets, no smoking or vaping, and no additional guests. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM.

We look forward to hosting you and sharing this special garden retreat.

What other guests and I have loved about this property.
• Private garden apartment with its own entrance, offering quiet and independence
• Peaceful, nature-filled setting directly across from the scenic Mills College campus
• Rare urban garden with fruit trees, herbs, and relaxing seating areas
• Comfortable queen bed with memory foam topper for truly restful sleep
• Unique antique clawfoot tub for soaking and unwinding
• Easy access to Highway 580 and Highway 13 for smooth Bay Area travel
• On-site laundry, easy parking, and reliable Wi-Fi
• Ideal for guests seeking calm, privacy, and a well-maintained retreat rather than a party space
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Checked on a case by case basis.
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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
No smoking inside or outside of the property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash all dishes, pans, and utensils that were used, and perform a quick cleanup of all surfaces. Please leave all towels hanging up and bedding where it is. Do not hang anything on the shower railing.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet after 10pm. Please wash and put away dishes etc. & leave areas used clean.
When checking in please arrive before 8 PM and please check out before 2:00 PM thank you
No smoking or vaping inside or anywhere on the property. This is a no-smoking property. Violators run the risk of a $1,000 fine.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Oakland

Located in Millsmont, a neighbourhood in Oakland, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. San Francisco Bay and Redwood Regional Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Oakland Zoo and Chabot Space and Science Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oakland Arena or Oracle Park. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Oakland, CA

What's nearby

  • Jonestown Memorial - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jack London Square - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 30 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Oracle Park - 30 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Pier 39 - 33 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Fruitvale Station - 4 min drive
  • Coliseum Station - 11 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los Altos - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪It’s A Grind Coffee House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13 on 23 Jun 2026 start from £92, 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 Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Peaceful Garden Apartment in Oakland Near Hwy 580 & 13 located?

Located in Millsmont, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Redwood Regional Park, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum and Oakland Zoo. Oakland Arena and East Bay Regional Park District are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time! Loved the easy access to public transit while being in such a cozy little neighborhood. Thank you Marlene!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2025
Thank you, Lauren. It was a pleasure having you both!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute Apt, Amazing Views!

My girlfriend and I loved the backyard, and the room was very cozy! Great for going out and visiting the beautiful Bay Area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review I really appreciate it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a nice little 2 room apartment with a beautifully curated garden in the backyard. Very close and convenient to Northeastern University (Mills College). Would definitely rebook if I have reason to be back in that area for a stay again.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

A Peaceful Oasis

Marlene's rental provided a very quiet peaceful atmosphere. I was able to work all day and stroll in her gorgeous garden when I needed a moment of reflection. The location provides easy access to highway 580. Marlene was nice enough to show me her around her garden oasis which provided a nice personal touch. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2024
Thanks, Mark. I enjoyed your visit. I hope to see you again soon. Marlene
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cosy place to stay with nice, helpful and quick responding host.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Lovely Host

The hostess was very charming and accommodating. Backyard is very peaceful and lovely. She even let me heat my Zachary’s pizza in her kitchen.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mida s.

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

Nice stay in Oakland

Very nice property, exactly as described and pictured. Location was perfect for us while visiting our daughter in Oakland. Marlene is a great host and check in was easy. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

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

Enjoyed the stay

Nice and quiet location. Space as advertised. Owner was great in getting an iron to use when I asked about one.
Stayed 24 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities
The apartment was charming and well kept. I did find some amenities lacking. There really should be a chest of drawers in the bedroom to put suitcase cloths items. Also I would have liked a TV. In addition, for anyone who might be handicapped (I have had a hip replacement, and recent hernia surgery), stepping into the bathtub was precarious. I would have put in a walk in shower.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERI L.

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

Perfect

We really enjoyed staying here. The garden is beautiful. The apartment was well furnished. Close to Mills college. Easy to get around Oakland.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

John P.

Comfortable and quiet

A comfortable and quiet apartment with separate and secure entry. Clean and well equipped, it is a place one could stay for quite a while, with a little planning and shopping. The google maps directions were not accurate at all though. Thank goodness we persisted and are experienced travelers. We had to look for a while to find it. We chose it mostly for the reasonable cost and location. Close to the Oakland airport and where had business and friends, but still able to access San Francisco easily. I would stay here again. We never did meet the owner, as we arrived late and left early on both days, but the notes she left us were clear enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Nice

Very clean and private, comfortable. As others mentioned there is no iron or television. Very convenient location, would recommend
Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Stunning

The property was gorgeous, and quiet! Marlene was very accommodating. Close to the highway and a filling station. Convenient location outside of SF. Hard to describe all of the subtle aromas, the plants, and the overall environment. Very relaxing. I will definitely be back on my next trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey B.

WOW, what a cool spot!

We loved this place. Accommodations were very nice, very neat and VERY clean. The space was bigger than we expected and had everything we needed. The location was super convenient to the 580 and almost across the street from Mills College. What put this rental over the top was the amazing garden that we spent a LOT of time in. The trees, the flowers, the succulents.....it all made us feel completely at home. Highly Recommend this one!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you so much... Come back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlos V.

Nice home

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at this cozy home with a quiet neighborhood, it has a beautiful back yard. The access to the freeway is really close also. For the price we would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Beautiful garden

We enjoyed our stay at this condo. It’s perfect for 2 people, and has its own entrance through a beautiful garden in the back yard. The space is downstairs in this house, so you will hear footsteps from above. But it was quiet after 9:00 pm. Easy access to major highways. No tv, but that didn’t bother us. We were in the area sight seeing, so we didn’t spend too much time at the condo. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tom H.

Good price and clean

Owners did a good job keeping the place private and away from the street. Back yard is nicely kept. Clean Place. Neighborhood is just o.k. at best. Would be nice to have an iron and TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Alice H.

Exactly as pictured.

This is a spotless, neat, and minimal space. -The queen size bed is very comfortable and restful. -The kitchen has what you need - except a good freezer. -The bathroom area is spare and has what is needed. The garden is delightful, and private. We hosted our son and grandson for lunch there and found the space joyful. Such loveliness and quiet. You would never know that there is a busy road not too far away. The owner, Marleen, is easily accessible and responds quickly should you need something. This is a space well-suited for a single person or maybe a young couple who will be out and about. My husband and I are in our mid-60's. My husband has a cognitive impairment and poor vision. I have talked with Marleen about our experience of the apartment as an older couple with a disability that we live with. The few steps we encountered both within the apartment and outside were challenging for my husband. We made adjustments as needed. Should you be in similar circumstance, I would suggest that you talk with the owner and see if changes have been made or what adjustments you would need to consider. After all, the pricing per night is really compelling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Simple and clean

Perfect for a couple of single. Clean and simple with a fantastic garden. Conveniently near the OAK airport and easy parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
From a partner site

8/10 Good

philippa l.

Ideal for short stay

Marlene’s property is lovely. She is very good with any problems and fixed them straight away. The property is underneath the main house but it is very private. Backyard is also very nice and the bed is super comfy! Only downside is that you can hear everything coming from upstairs. We also placed a couple of frozen items in the freezer at the top of the fridge, however by the morning these had thoroughly defrosted, so wouldn’t recommend buying anything that needs to stay frozen! Bus stop right outside is very convenient and fairly inexpensive, however if taking the BART to San Francisco the price can easily creep up very quickly! We were grateful for the use of the washing machine and dryer for only $2 and all in all would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trecia E.

Cozy and Quiet

We enjoyed our time staying in Marlene's apartment. It is private, quiet and has everything you need. Her backyard is so beautiful. The bed is comfortable with nice soft sheets. Her house is right near a bus stop ,which makes it very handy for using public transportation. We would recommend staying here when in the Oakland/San Francisco area.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

It was a perfect home for our long weekend!

It was perfect for us and in a quiet part of town with a beautiful backyard to relax in. We did not get to visit with our host, we were going out in the morning and exploring all day and returning late. We loved everything she had available especially the aloe for my sunburn. We did not need anything while we were there, it was all provided.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Miriam S.

Easy Access

So easy to get keys from lock box and get in. Lovely garden. Easy freeway access. We had an amazing run/hike around the nearby Mills College campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Taryn H.

Great place to stay while in the Bay area!

I would definitely recommend staying here! My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. I would like to start out by saying thank you to Marlene for her hospitality. This is a very safe neighborhood. The unit is very clean and well-maintained. It also had very nice bathroom, kitchen and bedroom. Wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

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