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Charming 1-bedroom cottage with AC near Piedmont and Lake Merritt. Pet friendly!

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living room
living room connecting to the bedroom
dining area and kitchen
A patio with a stone pathway, potted plants, and a wooden fence.
patio with table and chair

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

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

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming 1-bedroom cottage with AC near Piedmont and Lake Merritt. Pet friendly!

Welcome to your Oakland/Piedmont getaway! This charming 1-bedroom cottage is nestled in a peaceful setting and offers everything you need for a comfortable stay — including Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, and in-unit laundry. Whether you’re here to relax or explore, you’ll love the convenient location with restaurants, cafés, and the lively Grand Lake Farmers’ Market all within walking distance. We look forward to hosting you and helping you enjoy the best of Oakland/Piedmont living.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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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

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please return the keys in the lockbox and send a picture to the host.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4226274vb
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

About the area

Oakland

Grand Lake, a neighbourhood in Oakland, is home to this cottage. Ferry Building and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Union Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland Arena.
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Oakland, CA

What's nearby

  • Morcom Rose Garden - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Lake Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Merritt - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lakeside Park and Garden Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Children's Fairyland - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • MacArthur Station - 4 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heart & Dagger Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Arizmendi Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Crazy Block Cheesecake - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sirene - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cat House! - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1-bedroom cottage with AC near Piedmont and Lake Merritt. Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

Where is Charming 1-bedroom cottage with AC near Piedmont and Lake Merritt. Pet friendly! located?

Located in Grand Lake, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lake Merritt and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Jack London Square. Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center and Paramount Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2025
Thank you very much for your stay! Best regards!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a charming cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for my dog and I. It had all the amenities needed for a little getaway. Neighborhood was clean with lots of cool restaurants and shops. Cottage was a standalone unit with a lovely back patio which I pretty much had all to myself. Spoke with the owner and he's upgrading the TV to something bigger. I also experienced an issue with the dryer not working and was assured it would be fixed. The couch was a little uncomfy and not good for lying down. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

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

Charming Cottage

Really nice in-law cottage with a lovely patio and garden. Close to freeway and Grand Lake Theatre, plenty of food options and a supermarket nearby. TV was a problem but Wi-Fi worked and we used our own tablets most of the time. Washer & dryer needs some knobs replaced but host was responsive & friendly about helping us find a workaround. Washed clothes just fine. Vehicle parking on street or at public lot nearby. Very nice place and I’d stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your stay! Your comments are very valuable to us to improve the space. The dryer knob is fixed now and we will replace the TV to make sure it works. You're such a wonderful guests and you're always welcome to come back to stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very clean and had all the amenities: soft soap dispensers, bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Plenty of towels, hand towels and washcloths…washer/dryer combo with plenty of laundry detergents and dryer sheets…plenty of cups, glasses, plates, utensils and dishwashing soap. The Safeway grocery store is only a block away so you can easily stock up on food and other necessities.The living room has a small table that I found perfect for working on with my computer. There is a television with remote, but I never turned it on.There is a cute patio with a cast iron table and four chairs: a very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Also, the patio is surrounded by beautiful plants and feels like a little oasis.The casita is located behind a large house/business so that blocks any sound that may come from the street. It was extremely peaceful and quiet.There is no dedicated parking space, but I never had a problem finding off-street parking; there are plenty of spaces across and up the street. When I checked in and out, I found plenty of street parking close by so that I could easily unload and load my car.The bed is a futon-type mattress on wooden slates that I found quite comfortable.There were plenty of outlets in the bedroom, living room and kitchen so all my electronics had conveniently dedicated areas for charging.I would definitely stay here again. It is perfect for a single business professional or solo traveler.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

adam k.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The washer dryer did not work, the couch was cheap and not comfortable, the location is behind a 24/7 all night massage parlor and on the second to last day my apartment was almost broken into and the tenants next door were broken into and had to board up their windows with plywood abd when I reached out to the landlord during the emergency theyvweee unavailable and I had to leave in evening for a hotel because the other tenant told me the location always no longer safe. This was confirmed by VRbO and while the landlord was honest about what happened he offered only to refund my final night and did not seem to care too much about how I felt or that I found the break in and informed the other tenant. I have pictures and videos of everything including the boarding up of the windows.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Faye M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We arrived and there was a big pile of linens and towels in the bedroom doorway. It took a long time to contact the owner and he didn’t seem to know we were even there.The owner arrived at least 45 minutes after our conversation with linens and towels. He didn’t offer to put the sheets on but we insisted. We didn’t pay 1000 to set up the place ourselves knowing it really wasn’t cleaned between customers. The washer and dryer was out of order and the couch was very uncomfortable and sank to spring or frame when we sat on it. It truly needs to be replaced. We bought a couple large floor cushions to help make the couch more usable without hitting the frame. Owner was going to check in the first full day, but did not.If we could have had a chance for refund for the lack of preparedness, I would have. Instead we decided to find a way to tolerate the cottage. There is a ‘ramp’ to the front door, however it was too steep if a lodger was using a wheelchair and the washer/dryer would not have been accessible, despite the sign on the gate saying it was accessible. The patio was lovely, however I won’t recommend this cottage to friends or family.Faye Militante
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jintang Zhang

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I’m semi-retired and enjoy a lifestyle that balances relaxation with discovery. Traveling has always been one of my passions — I love learning about different cultures, meeting people, and tasting local cuisines wherever I go. Here in the Bay Area, I especially value the cultural diversity, vibrant food scene, and welcoming community.

Why they chose this property

I really like the Piedmont and Lake Merritt neighborhoods because they have everything close by — great food spots, a lively farmers’ market, and even a classic movie theater. Piedmont is quiet and family-friendly, while Lake Merritt has a fun, energetic vibe with beautiful lake views. On weekends, I love walking by the lake, grabbing brunch nearby, or visiting the Grand Lake Farmers’ Market and catching a movie at the Grand Lake Theatre. It’s such a nice mix of calm and convenience.

What makes this property unique

The property has a great location and a cozy living feel. It’s equipped with a modern heating and cooling, a new kitchen and bathroom, and in-unit laundry. You’ll have everything you need in a comfortable, convenient setting.

Languages:

English

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