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3,200 sf in best area. Towering Palm Trees Outside. Gorgeous Original Art Inside
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds
Common Spaces
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3,200 sf in best area. Towering Palm Trees Outside. Gorgeous Original Art Inside
Gorgeous historic landmark on a 15,000 sf lot in the best part of Oakland, right on the Piedmont border. Huge Living room, family room, dining room, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, all on one floor. Very high ceilings. Tons of space. Phenomenal art collection.
The sleeping arrangements and bathrooms are as follows:
#1 bedroom - 1 king bed, 1 twin. Beautiful Bathroom of stone and glass en suite.
#2 bedroom - 1 king bed.
#3 bedroom - Bunks, which are Queens both above and below. So, each bunk is easily big enough to sleep 2 people.
Bedrooms 2 & 3 share a bathroom that was just remodeled with beautiful tile work and an oversized bathtub.
Living room and family room - three very large couches. Each as big or bigger than twin beds.
Assuming the kings and queens are shared by two people each, and the couches are used as beds, the above layout sleeps 13 people. Airbeds and bedding for the sofas are available, but PLEASE REQUEST them, if you need them. For sofa and airbeds, the bedding is provided, but we don't make the beds. Because our cleaners do their best work when following a standard process, we ask that you inflate the air beds and make the sofas.
Please note that this listing and pricing does not include: 1) a small, detached cottage in the back. It's further away from the house than the nearest neighbor. This may be available to rent, but usually is not; 2) The garage and several areas of storage; 3) A space downstairs that I use as an office and workshop. This is entered from the side of the house, far from the front door that guests use. You will not likely ever see or hear me, unless you need me for something. Please do note that I work long hours here.
If you need less space, and would like a lower price, I will consider reducing access to just 2 bedrooms.
HOUSE RULES:
Pardon the strict nature of these rules. It is imperative in this neighborhood. Otherwise, rentals of this property could be prohibited.
-- Guests must not disturb neighbors. In general, this means not being audible in neighbors' homes between 9 pm and 8 am.
-- If you hope to entertain here, we must discuss it. I may not be able to allow it. And, if allowed, additional charges do apply.
- It is imperative that you reserve with the maximum number of people, adults and children, that will be on the property at any time, day or night. Increases later are open to discussion, but if you raise that number without telling me, you will lose your security deposit and your stay may be discontinued without refund.
Thanks!
The sleeping arrangements and bathrooms are as follows:
#1 bedroom - 1 king bed, 1 twin. Beautiful Bathroom of stone and glass en suite.
#2 bedroom - 1 king bed.
#3 bedroom - Bunks, which are Queens both above and below. So, each bunk is easily big enough to sleep 2 people.
Bedrooms 2 & 3 share a bathroom that was just remodeled with beautiful tile work and an oversized bathtub.
Living room and family room - three very large couches. Each as big or bigger than twin beds.
Assuming the kings and queens are shared by two people each, and the couches are used as beds, the above layout sleeps 13 people. Airbeds and bedding for the sofas are available, but PLEASE REQUEST them, if you need them. For sofa and airbeds, the bedding is provided, but we don't make the beds. Because our cleaners do their best work when following a standard process, we ask that you inflate the air beds and make the sofas.
Please note that this listing and pricing does not include: 1) a small, detached cottage in the back. It's further away from the house than the nearest neighbor. This may be available to rent, but usually is not; 2) The garage and several areas of storage; 3) A space downstairs that I use as an office and workshop. This is entered from the side of the house, far from the front door that guests use. You will not likely ever see or hear me, unless you need me for something. Please do note that I work long hours here.
If you need less space, and would like a lower price, I will consider reducing access to just 2 bedrooms.
HOUSE RULES:
Pardon the strict nature of these rules. It is imperative in this neighborhood. Otherwise, rentals of this property could be prohibited.
-- Guests must not disturb neighbors. In general, this means not being audible in neighbors' homes between 9 pm and 8 am.
-- If you hope to entertain here, we must discuss it. I may not be able to allow it. And, if allowed, additional charges do apply.
- It is imperative that you reserve with the maximum number of people, adults and children, that will be on the property at any time, day or night. Increases later are open to discussion, but if you raise that number without telling me, you will lose your security deposit and your stay may be discontinued without refund.
Thanks!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Fine art everywhere. It should not be touched.
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About the area
Oakland
Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Lakeshore, a neighbourhood in Oakland. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Walt Disney Family Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby
- Grand Lake Theater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Davie Tennis Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Lake Merritt - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Lakeside Park and Garden Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rico Rico Vegano - 13 min walk
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- Peet's Coffee - 11 min walk
- Rico Rico Taco - 13 min walk
- Smitty’s Lounge - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
2 Oct, 2017
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Divya P.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for week long family stay
Divya P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yama A.
22 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Yama A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kelli F.
22 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, awesome house, wonderful host!`
Kelli F.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Quinn H.
16 Dec, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Quinn H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
TJ R.
17 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right for our family reunion
TJ R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nahuel F.
8 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Nahuel F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
3 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Sarah S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
25 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great house
Robert B.
Stayed 71 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kent K.
5 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Very convenient, spacious and walkable. Close to restaurants & shops.
Kent K.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
joseph v.
13 Nov, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for my family
joseph v.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Doug S.
18 Aug, 2018
Great location with lots of common areas
Doug S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey W.
14 May, 2018
Gorgeous House
Geoffrey W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Clifford D.
7 May, 2018
Great stay
Clifford D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Megan S.
7 Feb, 2018
Unique and fun space
Megan S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Matt L.
25 Jan, 2018
Great property, great communication
Matt L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Michael M., Granite Bay, CA
10 Nov, 2017
Phenomenal Home! Amazing Art! Fantastic Neighborhood!
Michael M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent
Sylvia P.
30 Aug, 2017
Ideal home for family vacation
Sylvia P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
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8/10 Good
Jennifer R., San Francisco, California
11 Jul, 2017
Stunning house in a great neighborhood
Jennifer R.
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10/10 Excellent
Maria C M.
26 Jun, 2017
Wonderful vacation
Maria C M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
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10/10 Excellent
Ivo S.
16 Mar, 2017
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Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
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10/10 Excellent
Denise B.
17 Dec, 2016
Great stay in Oakland
Denise B.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2016
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2/10 Terrible
Claude A.
29 Nov, 2016
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Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
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8/10 Good
vicki f.
15 Oct, 2016
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About the host
Hosted by Ej blumberg
I grew up in Orinda, a little suburb 30 minutes from San Francisco. I've spent most of my life between the Bay Area, Santa Monica (a beach city in L.A. County) and New York City. I surf, ski, snowboard, play basketball, tennis and soccer and a lot of other sports. I like art and the house is quite filled with it. I've traveled a lot, from 10 in a room hostels to luxury, and understand what makes a nice place to stay. Thank you, EJ Blumberg
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