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Luxurious San Francisco Bay Area Hills Retreat

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Front porch has a swing and rocking chairs with views of the valley and SF Bay.
Back yard with views
Back yard
Front yard with picket fence.
Front entrance and staircase leading up to second floor.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Briones, CA
  • Popular LocationSix Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord21 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of California, Berkeley26 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreek Theater29 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom / Billiard Room

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Beds - Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master En-suite Bathroom

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

Powder room/ Mud RooR

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Luxurious San Francisco Bay Area Hills Retreat

This luxurious ranch property with relaxing interiors is located in the hidden valley of Briones, CA. Briones is one of the last truly hidden valleys. Find the refined magic of the rural country less than 19 miles due east of downtown San Francisco. Close access to freeways and BART. A unique space, with the soul of country near the heart of the City.
With sweeping vistas of layered Bay Area hills, this large property offers a remarkable blend of "get away from it all" allure and remarkable ease. A relaxing family room with chenille sofas offer plush comfort. A spacious, light and very livable great room suits the needs of all family members and their guests. You can watch a movie, listen to music, enjoy the fire, read or just relax in the comforts of home. A stunning two story river stone fireplace warms the space. Country antiques and furnishings accentuate the warm open beam architecture in a wonderful way. Connect. Celebrate. Explore. R=e-l-a-x...

Large windows in both the upstairs bedrooms, frame the arresting valley views of this hidden valley like a giant piece of art.

The beautiful vaulted entryway & staircase with crisp white millwork makes the golden oak floors in this elegant home look extra-rich. Judiciously placed farming antique accents, like the 1890 church pew and CA Gold Rush china cabinet, add a dash of rural country flavor.

The traditional kitchen with granite countertops is very spacious. It is easy to work, cook and eat in this delightful country kitchen. The large center island with a breakfast bar area takes care of quick meals while the dining "wing" houses the main dining area. Maple cabinetry married with Italian gold granite creates a warm and inviting ambiance.

A separate wing (also considered the 4th bedroom) housing the Game Room with a billiard table and chaise longue create a get away to read, relax, play cards or shoot a game of pool.

The rustically elegant dining room with country antiques brings you to the south of France and has a prime view of the lower valley. Walls are painted a golden sunset hue on old world stucco enhancing the incredible views. A wagon wheel metal chandelier and antiqued wood table add to the hearty feel.

The 18th Century converted washstand, vintage claw foot bathtub with nickel fixtures and wainscoting, glass encased dual shower, stage this incredible master bathroom.

Property manager

Jennifer and/or David

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only the amount of guests being booked for will have access to our property at any time, regardless of whether or not they spend the night.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Martinez

Located in Martinez, this holiday home is in a rural area. Greek Theater and Fox Theater are cultural highlights and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord is a popular area attraction. Travelling with kids? Consider Lindsay Wildlife Museum and Ghost Golf Indoor Miniature Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Briones, CA

What's nearby

  • John Muir National Historic Site - 14 min drive
  • Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord - 21 min drive
  • University of California, Berkeley - 26 min drive
  • Greek Theater - 29 min drive
  • Six Flags Discovery Kingdom - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Lafayette Station - 18 min drive
  • Richmond Transit Center - 24 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slow Hand BBQ - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jack In The Box - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Round Table Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Del Cielo Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious San Francisco Bay Area Hills Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious San Francisco Bay Area Hills Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious San Francisco Bay Area Hills Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious San Francisco Bay Area Hills Retreat located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of John Muir National Historic Site, Briones Park and San Pablo Reservoir Recreation Area. Lafayette Reservoir and VA Martinez are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting home in a lovely rural environment
We came to find solace, around a family memorial service, in a stately home in a peaceful environment. This remarkable property was just what we were looking for. Jennifer and David were warm and gracious hosts. Jennifer is also a remarkable interior decorator. Their home has many unique and antique items. We really appreciate that as we also host our own vrbo.. We didn’t read the fine print and didn’t realize that we couldn’t invite a small group onto the property to share the beauty. This group included the deceased’s daughter. We worked around it, but wish that I had read the fine print more closely. The peaceful, rustic charm outweighed the lack of sharing it with non-resident guests. If you want to get away from the city, Briones is a beautiful place to stay. We are glad to have experienced it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer and/or David

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Languages:

English, Spanish
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