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Sunny Spacious House in Vibrant Berkeley/Oakland Rockridge

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Greek Theater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (JCC-China Basin Heliport)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Family room

1 Double Futon

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunny Spacious House in Vibrant Berkeley/Oakland Rockridge

Welcome to the Rockridge, one of the most vibrant areas in Oakland/Berkeley. Walk to BART to go to SF or take 7-min bus to UC Berkeley or simply dine at our neighborhood's great restaurants.

This sunny upstairs unit is about 1250 sq ft and it has two bedrooms, a family room with couch, and a large living room with queen sleeper sofa. The bathroom has been remodeled to cater to guests' needs. The house is tastefully decorated with new furniture and linen. Enjoy Keurig coffee or specialty tea in our cozy tea room. Cook if you like in the full kitchen with necessary cookwares and utensils. Free WiFi and laundry onsite. Free street parking or on-site parking for a small fee. Pets ($15/stay) are welcome.

Rockridge area is cozy neighborhood with many great intimate restaurants, bakeries, ice cream stores, a Trader Joe, Safeway, and several boutique stores. Walk a few blocks and you are in Elmwood, Berkeley, home of famous Claremont hotel. It has easy access to public transportation; BART (yellow line) takes you to downtown SF and San Francisco Airport, and 51B bus takes you to UC Berkeley (7-10 min).

Property manager

Chris Huang
Premier Host

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
* If you use the electric hot water kettle, please UNPLUG it after you are done. Otherwise, it may cause fire. * Please wash all your dishes you use
*Please do not wear shoes inside the house. Slippers are provided. * If you used the lockbox to get the key, please put it back when you check out

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oakland

Oakland is home to this holiday home. Ferry Building and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Oakland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Oakland, CA

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fox Theater - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Greek Theater - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Jack London Square - 6 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Rockridge Station - 6 min walk
  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 9 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zachary's Chicago Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Gourmet Hamburger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Highwire Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Market Hall Foods - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny Spacious House in Vibrant Berkeley/Oakland Rockridge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Sunny Spacious House in Vibrant Berkeley/Oakland Rockridge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny Spacious House in Vibrant Berkeley/Oakland Rockridge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunny Spacious House in Vibrant Berkeley/Oakland Rockridge located?

Situated in Oakland, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Children's Hospital Oakland are also within 1 mile (2 km). Rockridge Station is 6 minutes by foot and Ashby Station is 28 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

Get location to explore the East Bay from

The property was as depicted in the photos. It was an excellent place for our adult daughter living in the area to join us. Our pooch, Rocco, was thrilled to be able to join us too!Quick walk to Safeway, coffee shops and restaurants. Short drive to the many museums and parks. Chris was responsive and welcomed suggestions. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dean S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Worst experinece on VRBO - would not repeat

We stayed only one night of four night reservation. The house is depressing and feels uncared for. This is the worst VRBO booking we have ever had. The manager Chris was dismissive of our complaints and responded defensively. The property is described as "The house is tastefully decorated with new furniture and linen." and the that "the barthroom has been remodeled to cater to guests needs." Here is what we found. When we arrived the first thing we noticed is the lack of furniture in the main living room - there is a couch and two side chairs off in the corners- no coffee table and no carpet or area rug. It feels empty and unwelcoming. The central room is also almost empty of furniture - a couch against one wall, a coffee table and a wall table on the opposite wall. The bedrrom was dissapointing. The towels on the bed were frayed and the carpet was stained and dirty. The bathroom vanity was damaged and peeling on one side. The door to the bathroom felt like it would fall off in your hand. The linens and towels seem cheap and of low quality. The walls are dirty and the paint is peeling or damaged in many places. There are nail and hammer holes in some of the walls. There is very little in the way of decorations and what is there is haphazard. There is a picture on the wall in the kitchen with a damaged frame. Overall the place feels uncared for and neglected. Needless to say we would not stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett H.

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

Nice clean upstairs flat in Rockridge

We really enjoyed our stay here, and since our main purpose was to visit our son and attend the Big Game, we also appreciated being right next to the bus stop where we could hop on for a short ride up College to Memorial stadium. Also nice to be really close to all of the great restaurants on College. Chris was a great communicator and we had no problems with anything during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brad W.

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

Spacious apartment, great light and location.

We really enjoyed this apartment and found it filled our needs in almost every way. The location was outstanding (near freeways, near great north Oakland/Berkeley neighborhoods). The bedrooms and fold out bed – including the door and privacy curtains in the living room - made for 3 nicely functional bedrooms. The kitchen, laundry room, breakfast nook: all great. Only critique: reading lamps! This made the fold out bedroom especially awkward (thankfully I had my headlamp for reading in bed). But there should be some lamps around both sofas and easy chairs. Otherwise, really great!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine R.

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

Walkable and welcoming

We enjoyed our stay! The location is great - there are many great restaurants, coffee shops, and stores within easy walking distance. Free street parking can be found nearby but keep in mind the occasional street cleaning day. The neighborhood was also nice to walk around during the day. The building was great and the accommodation comfortable. If you have the windows open expect some street noise which you'd expect from the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Great central location In Rockridge

Sunny spacious rooms on a busy street that felt like an oasis of peace. We had a great stay using kitchen some and eating out some as Rockridge is a foodie’s dream neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R., Moraga, CA

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

Light and Bright 2BR in Rockridge Near Everything

Can’t beat the location! Spacious 2BR was within walking distance shops and restaurants - plus BART. Comfy beds. We’ll equipped kitchen. Great spot for short or long stays. Ample street parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

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

Great location, clean house, easy checkin

This property is in a great spot if you’re visiting Berkeley. It’s bright, spacious, and easy to check in. The owner was super responsive and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha F.

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

Rockin’ Good Time in Rockridge

We really enjoyed staying at Chris’s house in Rockridge. The proximity to Berkeley and the BART station was ideal. We liked the layout of the house and the way Chris communicated with us so promptly on several occasions. We do think the house could use a few things: 1. Floor lamps by the couches so guests can read 2. A few more casual chairs and seating for six in the lovely breakfast nook 3. An upgrade for the towels All in all it was a very good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay! Fantastic location with great ammenities. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elysia A.

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

Great Location, clean

Walking distance to many restaurants and shops. Plenty of street parking and allowed our pup to stay with us. Only negative was the wood floors that made it tricky to walk quietly with being on the second level.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

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

Convenient location in Oakland

The location was great. We felt the furniture could use an upgrade and better arrangement, and a few table lamps in the living area would be nice. The property was as pictured though and we enjoyed our stay :).
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great property manager

The rental was wonderful-just what I wanted for my time in Berkeley/Oakland. Property manager is extremely easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Coco N., London, UK

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

Well located duplex in need of a little TLC

Pros: located within close walking distance of shops, restaurants, cafes and public transportation, responsive host, spacious, easy street parking. Cons: sparsely furnished (no floor lamps, only one bedside table), a few minor things were broken, very noisy traffic sounds from street, hardwood floors so lots of noises from the downstairs neighbours well into the night. If you are a light sleeper, be warned despite what the host may say.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Worked well for us

My sister and I stayed at this property for three weeks. The size of our second floor space was excellent and the host was very responsive. We had no problems with our stay of any kind and parked at a nearby street in this nice neighborhood. I wish there had been more lighting in the front two rooms and perhaps a few more comfortable chairs in those rooms as well.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Perfect Location for Us

Chris' property was just what we needed for our visit to family in the area. A great location, a comfy apartment and easy to communicate with him. Plenty of life's necessities were on hand to make our stay comfortable. Plenty of shops, restaurants and cafés nearby as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

jill m. c., United States

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

Located in a busy street

The duplex is located on Claremont, which is a four lane busy and noisy road. The first two rooms have a couch and one tv. There are no lamps, just overhead lighting. The two bedrooms are spacious. The owner asked if we wanted parking for $9/day. This consisted of having to move my car four times (in and out of the driveway) in three days and receiving a text at 4:00 am asking me to move it so the downstairs tenant could park her bicycle. There was a side entrance so I wasn’t sure why couldn’t enter there. The door to the upstairs apartment did not close. We were asked to wear slippers so not to disturb renters below. Maybe consider area rugs in the living room areas to help with the squeaks in the floors. Probably wouldn’t rent again. Lots of choices in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Clean & Spacious

We only stayed one night but the property was clean and spacious in a safe area of Rockridge. Easy to park and lots of extra towels and blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

michele b.

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

Spacious apartment, great location

This Rockridge apartment is large, very comfortable beds, nice kitchen (no dishwasher). Somewhat sparsely furnished with a couch in each room, and two small chairs with one of them, nice kitchen nook and small outdoor deck. In a great area a short walk to a Safeway, coffee shops, good restaurants. An easy exit from the highway. On a major street which in November was quiet, but our windows were shut given the season. Landlord is very responsive. I'd suggest adding the parking in the driveway to your stay (not sure why it isn't included) but it is a narrow driveway. Definitely recommended this listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T., Gainesville

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

Berkeley/Oakland stay

Property and location depicted correctly. Owner very responsive. Convenient access to Bart, community shopping, and Berkeley campus.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raul M.

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

Weekend getaway

Was a wonderful home for a weekend getaway lots of character and charm to make you feel real homey
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Review

Very pleasant stay, excellent location and great amenities too. Thx
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek J.

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

Great stay

Clean, good stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dora W.

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

Claremont apartment

Spacious two bedroom apartment. We stayed her for a few days while our floor was being done and found the place clean and comfortable. The only flaw is that it gets quite hot in the late afternoon but other than that a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris Huang

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JoAnn and I are dedicated hosts who aim to provide a great accommodation for those travelers away from their home. Our goal is make your stay as worry-free as possible so that you can concentrate on activities outside of the house.

Why they chose this property

Easy access to UC Berkeley (by bus at the corner) and entire Bay Area (by BART, 3 blocks away or by car via Rt 24). The house is sunny and spacious, providing a relaxed environment whether it is for pleasure or business.

What makes this property unique

Full kitchen in case you want to cook (Trader Joe and Safeway are short walk away). Free WiFi and Keurig coffee. Lastly dedicated hosts who will make sure your stay is perfect.

Languages:

English, Chinese (Mandarin)

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests