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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi
Balcony or patio
Dryer
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Oakland, CA
Telegraph Avenue
Place, Telegraph Avenue
2 min walk
University of California, Berkeley
Place, University of California, Berkeley
3 min drive
Historic Berkeley
Place, Historic Berkeley
5 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART
This is a modern and stylish apartment on a quiet street in Rockridge which is a fantastic neighborhood in Oakland on the Berkeley Border. Remodeled with all the amenities. Highly walkable! Just 2.5 blocks to College Ave where you will find shops, grocers, dining, cafes, bars, services, parks and more. Short walk to the BART train. This is not someone else's personal apartment so it is not cluttered with personal items. This is a smoke free, pet free, child friendly home. We are very experienced at hosting and we aim to please!
THE SPACE This is a modern & stylish apartment in the highly walkable Rockridge neighborhood right on the Border of Oakland and Berkeley. Short and long term stays are welcome!
The space has an open floor plan that is stylish, uncluttered and comfortable with designer touches. Polished concrete floors throughout are sleek and clean. Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances including refrigerator, dishwasher, gas range, microwave, and ample cabinet space. The dining area seats six comfortably. The living room has ample seating and a 60" flat screen TV with Hulu & Netflix.
There is a full bathroom with shower, tub and a washer dryer. There are two bedrooms that include a queen sized bed, large closet, chest of drawers and dual nightstands. The main space also has a sleeper sofa with a queen sized bed. We can accommodate another person on a cot sized fold out bed (upon request). We can sleep up to 7 adults in these shared beds and 1 infant in a crib totaling 8 people, but only if the 8th person can sleep in a crib.
For your wee baby, we can set up a portable crib with bedding, highchair and diaper changer. We also have a bin of toys and children's books for a variety of ages (all upon request).
Enjoy your own private patio with an outdoor table & chairs within a lovely succulent garden.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD The desirable Rockridge neighborhood is one of the friendliest, safest and most beautiful residential areas in Oakland and is located on the border with Berkeley. The apartment is centrally located, just a couple blocks in either direction to the hip and highly walkable neighborhoods found on College, Claremont and Telegraph Avenues. You will be delighted to find an abundance of local shops, markets, restaurants, cafes, pubs, boutiques, parks, playgrounds and more.
The Rockridge neighborhood is one of the commercial meccas of Oakland, attracting visitors with its quaint charm, vibrant restaurant scene, and abundant local shops. Spend a day strolling down College Avenue or exploring the nearby residential neighborhoods to soak in the vibes of one of Oakland’s most desirable districts.
Located on the Berkeley border and just ~ 1.8 miles to the UC Berkeley campus. Eight blocks to Trader Joe's and nine blocks to the Whole Foods! Also very close to other great Oakland neighborhoods such as Temescal, Piedmont, Lake Merritt, Grand Lake and Montclair. It is a convenient drive or BART ride into the city of San Francisco.
In addition to the urban experience offered by this location, we are a 10 minute drive to the Bay and the Redwood Forest in the hills near our home. Our location also serves as a convenient launching point to explore some of the world renowned sites found across Northern and Central California including places like Wine Country in Napa/Sonoma, Lake Tahoe (Snow sports or Summer Fun), Muir Woods Redwood Forest, Yosemite National Park, Giant Sequoia National Park, Russian River, Sierra Nevada Mountains, California Coastline & Beaches (Mendocino, Point Reyes, Bodega Bay, Santa Cruz, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur) and more...
GETTING AROUND If you have a vehicle, there is plenty of street parking on the block and normally the space in front of our house is open.
For public transportation, it's just a couple blocks to access major bus lines and 8 blocks to the Rockridge BART station. A ~20 minute drive or BART ride finds you in San Francisco. Pop into the city for an outing. Once in the city, there are ample ways to get around including ride share, BART, bus, train and ferry. You can even ride the world famous SF cable car! Or you may chose to forgo transportation and walk to your hearts desire, accessing pretty much anything you need.
GUEST ACCESS This is a fully separate apartment on the ground floor within a single family house. You will have your own private entrance. We will give you a code that you will use on the digital keypad to open front door. This will allow you to come and go as you please without needing to get a key. We give our guests total privacy.
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS We are the owners of this house and we live upstairs if you need anything. Otherwise we give our guests total privacy. We are a family of three with a teenager.
EXTRA GUEST FEES Extra guest fees apply above the base price for 4 guests. In your booking request, please input an accurate # of guests in order to see the correct pricing based on the # of guests above 4.
WE PROVIDE linens, bedding, towels, kitchen supplies, dish soap, dishwasher pellets, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, hair dryer, toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, kleenex, iron, ironing board.
WE DON'T PROVIDE laundry detergent
CLEANING FEE FOR LONGER STAYS For longer stays, we have a mandatory cleaning service every 14 days to keep the place clean and hygienic. This is at the guest's expense and the fee is $100. The cleaning after check-out is already included in your booking fees.
HOUSE RULES This is a smoke free, pet free, kid friendly home. 1. This is a smoke free environment. Please don't rent from us if anyone in your group plans to smoke or vape. Even if a guest has not smoked/vaped inside, they still leave an odor behind on the fabrics. No smokers allowed or smoking of any kind in the house or anywhere on the property. Please do not smoke in front of our house or on the street. An additional cleaning fee of $50/hr (plus the cost of cleaning equipment) may be charged to mitigate any smoke odor left behind in the apartment. 2. No street shoes indoors, slippers or house shoes only please. Concrete floors can be chilly on the feet so please pack accordingly. 3. No pets. This is a smoke free, pet free home. 4. Quiet times: This is not a party house. Please keep the noise levels down from 8pm outside and 9pm indoors.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE -- Check in time: after 3pm, Check out time: by 10am -- 2-3 night minimum stay over weekends may apply during peak seasons. -- One week minimum stays may apply during major holidays or peak events. -- Short and long term stays are welcome. -- For security purposes, before you book with us, please briefly describe all the members in your travel party and the purpose of your visit. If a description is not provided by the guest(s), we reserve the right to refuse or cancel your reservation.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Checkout time is by 10am.
Clean all dishes or have them loaded into the dishwasher with the dishwasher running.
Sort trash into appropriate trash and recycling bins in the apartment.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is a smoke free home. No smoking or smokers anywhere on the property. Smokers leave an odor behind on the fabrics even if they don't smoke here.
No outdoor shoes inside, slippers/indoor shoes only. Cement floors can can be chilly on feet. Quiet times on patio after 8pm and inside after 10pm.
Before booking is accepted, guest must provide background details on all party members and the purpose of their visit.
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
Note from host: Depends on the event, inquire for info
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Oakland
Located in Upper Telegraph, a neighbourhood in Oakland, this apartment is near theme parks and near a water park. Ferry Building and Alcatraz Island 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 Oakland Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
University of California, Berkeley - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Historic Berkeley - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
Rockridge Station - 12 min walk
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Ain’t Normal Cafe - 12 min walk
The Smokehouse - 10 min walk
Jack in the Box - 8 min walk
Philz Coffee - 10 min walk
Zachary's Chicago Pizza - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART on 6 Jul, 2026 start from S$304, 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 Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Modern 2BR in Rockridge / Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART located?
This family-friendly Oakland apartment building is located in Upper Telegraph, within 1 mi (2 km) of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Children's Hospital Oakland. University of California, Berkeley and Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). Rockridge Station is 12 minutes by foot and Ashby Station is 21 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Lolo was welcoming and very easy to communicate with.The apartment is spacious and clean on a quiet neighborhood street. Would definitely stay here again.
We very much enjoyed our stay. It was within easy walking distance to College Ave, and we loved walking to grab some coffee in the mornings. The apartment was also tidy and clean.
This is a clean two bedroom located in a lovely neighborhood. There was plenty of parking available right on the street out front which is not always easy in Oakland area. Hosts were easy to communicate with...would rent again
We really enjoyed the house and the neighborhood. The house was clean and in great condition. It was conveniently located in a quaint neighborhood close to a number of restaurants, coffeehouses and shops. The owners were friendly and easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay there again!
Lolo was a lovely host, excellent communication and very helpful. The house is extremely clean, very comfortable and in a gorgeous neighbourhood. We stayed here to explore San Francisco but wanted somewhere quiet to come back to and this was perfect. Lolo even had some children's toys to play with which my 2 children loved. Would highly recommend this accommodation.
This property was quiet, cool and clean; uncluttered, but with everything we needed. The neighborhood is peaceful, with plenty of on-street parking. The property owners are close by, friendly and attentive. We strongly recommend this property!
Kate B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
Lamar J.
3 Oct, 2016
Clean and convenient stay in Berkeley
Very clean, convenient accommodation. Be sure and bring amenities (soap, shampoo, coffee, etc.).
Lamar J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
We very much enjoyed having Lamar stay with us. He is very friendly! We do provide coffee and an array of sweeteners in the apartment. They are on the kitchen counter in a container labeled coffee ;-)
I usually come down with my family and stay at this property since my niece lives just four blocks from there. I was solo this time but the experience is always so easy and enjoyable. Lolo is wonderful. Highly recommend!!
Wonderful location, an easy walk through beautiful neighborhoods to restaurants, coffee shops and markets. Lolo’s place is clean, quiet, comfortable and comes with many personal touches, from the succulent garden in the private sitting area to the artwork inside. The kitchen is especially well equipped for a rental. And Lolo was a lovely host. Highly recommended.
The flat is clean and comfortable! The kitchen is well-stocked and the whole place is very kid-friendly (some kids' dishes in the kitchen and kids' books on the book shelf). We had a great time!
Fantastic stay. Lolo had toys and a high chair and a crib for our toddler and the location of the apartment is incredible. Super clean, very nice. One of the best VRBO experiences I've had.
The space was large and well-appointed. It had everything we needed. Easy walking distance to great food, coffee, etc. Only thing I'd point out is that it is really a basement space which I didn't realize from the photos. Also, the hosts ask for guests to be shoe-less in the house but it is a concrete floor so it made my feet/legs tired.
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Thanks for the feedback Amy. We do advise all our guests in the pre-trip details to bring house shoes or slippers to wear indoors on the concrete floors. To clarify, this is not a true basement space as there are only 2 steps down to get into the apartment. The apartment has giant windows up to 7'x4' so it gets lots of natural light and air circulation as shown in the photos.
Clean apartment with well outfitted kitchen. Comfy bedding and quiet street short walk from shopping, restaurants and BART. Very easy communication with host. I’d stay there again.
erikalynn r.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Lolo
We are native Californians and we love it here. We hope you will love it too after your visit with us. We are very experienced with rentals and our goal is to make your stay relaxing and comfortable. We are very clean and like to keep things tidy for you. Thanks for reading about us!