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Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley.

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Indoor Outdoor Living.
The queen bed has a television next to it.
This air mattress can be added as an additional queen bed.
New California king bed.
Steam room with two shower heads and EXCELLENT water pressure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • Chabot Space and Science Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Jack London Square
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (JCE-Oakland Convention Center Heliport)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Entry Bedroom

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Futon

Office 1

1 Single Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley.

Large living area with a steam room, fenced yard, and enclosed garage. New beds.The office has high speed WiFi and a fireplace. Two large TV's with free streaming services. Large deck for BBQ and outdoor dining.

Property manager

John Kinney
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Our King Charles Spaniel will share the backyard.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parties are strictly prohibited. Quiet time is after 9:30. We are on-site and will do the same.

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
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Oakland

Piedmont Pines, a neighbourhood in Oakland, is home to this holiday home. Greek Theater and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Ferry Building. Travelling with kids? Make time for Oakland Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Oracle Park. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and cycling.
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Oakland, CA

What's nearby

  • Chabot Space and Science Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Jack London Square - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum - 13 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Rockridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 14 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monaghan's On The Hill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪L'acajou Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sliver Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pattys & Buns Burgers - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat in the trees on a beautiful trailhead. Ideal for a family near Berkeley. located?

This family-friendly Oakland holiday home is located in Piedmont Pines, within 2 mi (3 km) of Redwood Regional Park and Chabot Space and Science Center. Oakland Museum of California and University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wesley M.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara M.

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

Amazing stay!

We booked the retreat in the trees for a girl weekend and LOVED our stay. Our hosts were thoughtful and accessible and the home was beautiful, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed. We enjoyed hiking, relaxing on the deck and going into the village for coffee and dinner. We’ll be back again!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Meghan A.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

Beautiful stay!

Wonderful vacation property! After some busy sight-seeing, it was a relaxing "home base" to come back to at the end of the day. The deck was lovely and the perfect spot to unwind with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. The neighborhood is quiet and tucked away, but still close to everything you need to experience the Bay Area. Sunset trail is just across the street where you can catch a gorgeous view of the city and walk through redwood groves. The hosts were friendly, very easy to communicate with and provided everything we needed. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyse B.

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

Even better than we'd hoped

Overall the best rental we've stayed in worldwide; gorgeous setting, spacious and comfortable interior, convenient location and phenomenal hosts. I'd recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M P.

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

Wonderful property

Great neighborhood and really nice property. Hosts were thoughtful and provided many nice amenities. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Amazing

We were positively impressed not only by the property and view itself but also by the kindness of Jill & John! Thank you very much for an amazing stay and making our CA roundtrip a remarkable memory. If possible, we will definitely come again and we would recommend this host and property very warmly to everyone else traveling towards that region.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison f.

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

Best VRBO!

We had an amazing stay, the back deck views are incredible, hosts are always available but also the place is very private. Perfect stay and the hosts really made us feel at home.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Perfect place to stay in Oakland

John and Jill's home was the perfect place for us to stay with our 2 Welsh Terriers. The space was fantastic with a lovely yard and thoughtful amenities throughout the house. The hosts were super friendly and helpful, we can't wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene C.

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

Perfect retreat site

I gathered several colleagues here for a weekend retreat. It was the perfect spot for some creative thinking and bonding and we took full advantage of the nearby trails. John is super accommodating and attentive to specific needs. Overall a very successful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Lovely home and host

Property was beautiful and cozy! The host John was very kind and helpful! Met us the night we arrived and gave a quick tour and literally thought of everything, from toiletries, grill, coffee and just about everything you need. They also have two dogs that share the yard and were the sweetest! If we make the trip back we will definitely try and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Namrita D.

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

A haven in the Oakland hills

This is a great spot for R&R with a hiking trail head right next door to the property and the trails lead to some spectacular views of the bay. The property itself was immaculate- the owner seemed to have thought of everything we would ever need and more! The living space was airy and ever so comfortable with a lovely patio overlooking a beautifully terraced backyard. Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHELSEA F.

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

Concert overnighter

BEAUTIFUL location, lovely hosts, and the best part? Access to a sweet dog! We would definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

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

Weekend Retreat

John and Jill were great hosts. The house is spacious and you can tell a great amount of detail was put into this home away from home extending from the interior space to the beautiful backyard with a large deck for relaxing and taking in the scenic views. There is also a nice trail across from the home to get a quick workout or a nice sunset stroll. Look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelly b.

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

Kwlly

Great place. Lovely host. Worked really well for me, my daughter, and very active grandson.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Spectacular hillside home away from home.

My wife and I spent two weeks at this lovely location in the Piedmont Pines section of Oakland while she recovered from surgery. Hosts were more than accomodating and made us feel right at home from day one. The views of the mountains are spectacular from nearly every window in the place, and the trail right across the street leads to a breathtaking vista of the Bay. Modernly appointed and with every amenity you could ever need, it's a great place to stay if you're ever in the California Bay Area.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C., Port Townsend, WA USA

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

Wonderful!

Had a fantastic stay. Easy check- in, great communication, lovely spaces, very comfy bed. The steam shower was a revelation. Loads of room. We will stay again if we find ourselves back in the Bay Area. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Beautiful Retreat!

My friends and I loved our time at the Kinney Castle. It's a peaceful and relaxing place with a hiking trail directly across the street and stunning views. Communication was great. We would most certainly stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K., San Diego, CA

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

Beautiful Escape in the Woods

This is a beautiful, well-kept place with lots of amenities. The hosts were very welcoming and communicative. It has beautiful views of the redwoods outside, but is still very close to the freeway. One thing to note for those with kids is there is no bathtub. A wonderful stay overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Perfect Retreat!

So many wonderful things about this lovely little rental, we thoroughly enjoyed staying here over a long weekend. The place is peaceful, perfectly appointed with absolutely anything you could need, roomy but still cozy. The deck and the view are spectacular, the bed in the main bedroom very comfortable, loved the Nespresso machine! And the brief visit from the resident pups made our day. Extremely helpful owner who gave us a nice tour and was there for anything you might need while there, but never intrusive. Honestly I wish we could have stayed longer just to enjoy the space but we were there for a whirlwind weekend wedding and didn't get to hang out very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

What a delight

The hosts went above and beyond! My hubby and I made our 1st ever trip to Cali from Michigan with our kids. And, wow, this house and the hosts exceeded every expectation. They had coloring supplies for the kids, snacks galore and so much kindness! You should absolutely stay here! You will love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea O.

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

Highly recommended

The location was great, with excellent amenities and extra’s! Communication was also great, and John and Jill were so nice and welcoming. Thanks for a wonderful stay. The bed was so comfortable. It was wonderful to have a pack n play and high chair, as well as bib and baby dish set. The backyard was beautiful and the trail head just across the street was very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful spot. Kind hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Excellent Service & Peaceful Retreat

The hosts were exceptional hosts and made our stay most memorable! Everything was of top standard, and the property throughout was lovely, clean and maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L., San Luis Obispo, California

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

Wonderful stay!

Wow, we absolutely loved this stay. It is spacious, has a gorgeous view, is decorated beautifully, and the hosts have thought of every important detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Kinney

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My parents were in the Navy and also operated their own Bed & Breakfast. My wife and I have built 100 athletic clubs all focused on high quality service so we love hospitality.

Why they chose this property

We love having a quiet neighborhood with direct access to one of the best trailheads in the East Bay. We're close to shops in Montclair, Piedmont, and Berkeley, yet our house feels like we are in the woods.

What makes this property unique

This is a big home with great decks surrounded by trees. Our dog loves the freedom from a fenced yard and she protects us from the wild turkeys.

Languages:

English, German

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