This quintessential Berkeley home is located in the heart of the beautiful Thousand Oaks neighborhood with room for four guests. This has been my family home and I look forward to sharing it with guests.
If you’re looking for an authentic slice of Berkeley, you’ve come to the right place. Step into the front door of this authentic 1915 Craftsman house and you’ll find a warm and inviting home base for your Berkeley adventures. All the rooms have a new coat of paint and the hardwood floors refinished to give the house a fresh feel. Much of the furniture and décor remains, from the Mid-Century nesting tables to the 70’s macrame lamp shade. So if you’re looking for a matchy-matchy hotel-like environment, this may not be for you. But if you’re desiring a space that’s charmingly bohemian, colorful, and eclectic, with that cozy lived-in feel, my home is just your spot. And as an added bonus, throughout the house there are all sorts of quirky touches, from the whimsical pottery and paintings made by my mom to the wall-mounted pencil sharpener in the kitchen to the kids’ growth charts dating back 50-ish years in the front bedroom.
There are 2 sunny bedrooms and one full bathroom available for guests. The master bedroom is on the second level with a queen size bed. On the main level of the house is a bedroom with two twin beds, the bathroom, living, dining and kitchen areas. The second bedroom with the twin beds has some children`s books, a few toys and a small table with 2 chairs. To help you stay toasty warm, there are extra blankets in the hall closet.
**8/5/24 there are new Sealy Hybrid mattresses in the bedrooms for guests to sleep more comfortably.**
The kitchen is fully stocked with all the appliances you’ll need to cook your meals for dining either at the Mid-Century kitchen table or al fresco meal in the backyard.
There is one TV in the cozy space next to the living room, which is aptly called “The TV Room”. With the use of the Roku, relax on the futon couch as you enjoy any of 100 broadcast channels via the Xfinity Streaming app or your favorite streaming service such as Netflix or Hulu via your personal sign-in. There’s even a small collection of DVDs (remember those?!) for your viewing pleasure.
The spacious backyard has a table and chairs for outdoor dining, with a Meyer lemon tree with fruit available to pick.
Children are allowed, either infants (a Graco Pack ‘n Play is in the house for guests to use) or children 4 and older.
No parties or any kind are allowed and no more than the guests staying at the house are allowed on the premises. No pets or any other kind of animal allowed either.
zoning permit: ZCSTR2023-0974
All guests are required to sign a rental agreement and follow the House Rules. We truly appreciate your understanding—this added step helps protect our home, especially after a few past experiences with guests that resulted in lost time and unexpected costs.
Guests have access to the entire home except for one room that is locked and the garage. The basement is also not to be accessed by guests.
I will not be available but I have a hosting company that is available for any questions or emergencies.
The house is situated right in the heart of Thousand Oaks, a beautiful North Berkeley neighborhood which lives up to its name with coastal live oaks everywhere, as well as a myriad of other greenery including tree-lined streets and gardens. Our block has a friendly and quiet vibe. Neighbors know each other and there’s an annual block party. Most folks are couples in their 60s and older, and there are a few young families as well. The house is in the best of both worlds; it`s in a peaceful residential area with bustling Solano Avenue just a few blocks away.
Stroll around the walkable streets in the flats, or venture up into the Berkeley hills where you may just come across one of the magical hidden paths dotting the landscape. On Solano you`ll find everything you`d ever need along a mile-long stretch from Berkeley into Albany, ranging from restaurants featuring cuisine from all around the world to gift shops to supermarkets to banks to an art house movie theatre. And there`s a potential historical landmark nearby! The elementary school just two blocks away -- aptly called Thousand Oaks Elementary -- may just be renamed `Kamala Harris Elementary` someday because that`s where she attended, at the same time as me and my siblings.
A 5-10 minute car ride away is the Gourmet Ghetto, featuring the world-famous restaurant Chez Panisse along with the very first Peet`s Coffee on the planet and a variety of other delights. Another five minutes drive from there is Downtown Berkeley and the famous Telegraph Avenue as well as UC Berkeley campus.
It`s possible to travel everywhere from the house without ever stepping foot in a car.
AC Transit buses: they travel all over Berkeley, as well as from Berkeley to other cities including all the way to San Francisco. There are several bus lines within a few blocks of the house.
BART: the closest BART stations are either El Cerrito Plaza (1.5 miles away) or North Berkeley (2 miles away), either of which is a pleasant walk or a short bus ride from the house.
There is parking available in the driveway or on the street in front of the house. Please refrain from parking in front of neighbors’ homes.
- No parties or events of any kind are allowed here
- Out of respect for our neighbors, quiet hours are between 10pm - 8am
- No shoes inside (flip flops, slippers, socks are fine)
- No smoking or vaping of any kind is permitted anywhere on the premises (go to the front curb outside or at least 15 feet from any dwelling)
- Turn off lights, TV, heater, & stove when not in use
- The property shall not be used by more than the number of adults and children listed in your reservation.
- Clear all debris out of the drain catches (eg hair in shower, food scraps in kitchen sink) to keep pipes clog-free. Our vintage plumbing system is delicate.
- Close and lock all windows and doors whenever you leave the house, for security reasons.
- No pets allowed
- Conserve water, California is currently in a drought
- Recycle & Compost in the proper trash cans.
- Please consume or take all leftover food. Extra food beckons little critters and bugs!
- No commercial photography or filming is permitted on the property.
- Please only deposit toilet paper in the toilets please, (no baby/adult wipes, floss, tampons, etc...)
- Renter is liable for any damage to the property and agrees to accept charges to the card on file should damage occur during occupancy.
- A late check-out fee will be applied for check-outs as this will affect our cleaning team and following guests.
- Please be aware of your energy usage, especially during peak hours which are between 4-9pm each day. Run the washer and dryer during non-peak hours. We appreciate guests helping to conserve energy.
- Mail and packages cannot be delivered to the home during your stay. If you need something delivered to you, there are mail centers in the area that can receive and hold packages for you. We are not responsible for any packages delivered, before, during or after your stay.
- Must be 21 or older to book the home
- No guns, firearms or any weapons allowed
- Bookings 30+ nights a lease is required to be signed
Most of all, have fun and enjoy!
