Title: Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat Holiday home in El Sobrante with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat ![Interior - Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat (Richmond)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109710000/109702200/109702152/2e3d8a16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat (Richmond)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109710000/109702200/109702152/d23276ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, printers - Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat (Richmond)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109710000/109702200/109702152/33692658.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat (Richmond)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109710000/109702200/109702152/5975a205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, printers - Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat (Richmond)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109710000/109702200/109702152/3e963af6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Richmond's charm awaits at this delightful 4-bedroom house, with ample space to unwind in comfort. Three bathrooms offer added convenience, and the city is yours to explore from this perfect home base. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2256 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat Located in a quiet neighborhood in the picturesque town of El Sobrante, this peaceful getaway is just a short 20-minute ride from the breathtaking San Francisco Bay. As a traveler, you can enjoy the convenience of high-speed Wi-Fi and the comfort of a washing machine and dryer at your disposal. The home includes all essential amenities such as a bathroom, fresh towels, basic soaps, a hair dryer, an iron and ironing board, and cozy linens to make your stay both relaxing and practical. The kitchen is well-stocked with a variety of kitchenware, making it easy to prepare meals during your stay. You can also enjoy a selection of complimentary snacks as a warm welcome gesture. Whether you’re seeking a quiet retreat or a home base to explore nearby attractions, this vacation home provides the perfect setting for your next adventure. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 2,256 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89310000/89301800/89301752/c3b7233e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vallejo Beautiful 4br Home wt Mountain View/ Napa Vallejo - 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If you leave something behind and need it mailed, you’ll be responsible for postage and a small handling fee. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules House Rules • No pets (due to health concerns). • Shoes off indoors • No smoking inside the house • Be respectful with noise, especially evenings Security Cameras • Exterior cameras front door, driveway, backyard • All face outward only, never inside • No indoor cameras or noise devices • Park only in designated spots. • Max 2 vehicles. • Street cleaning: 2nd Monday of each month, 8–11 AM (please avoid parking under the tree). ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area May Valley, a neighbourhood in El Sobrante, is home to this holiday home. Orinda Theater and Historic Berkeley are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Franklin Canyon Golf Course and Riggers Loft Wine Company. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Golden Gate Fields or Berkeley Iron Works. [Visit our El Sobrante travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Sobrante.dx177705) [View more Holiday homes in El Sobrante](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Sobrante-Private-Holiday-Homes.d177705-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.97249,-122.27818&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ckxfFrmiiV%3FS%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40S%40S%40SBS%40S%40QBSBSBQBSBSDQBQDSDQBQDSDQFQDQFODSFOFQFOFQFOHQFOHOFOHOHMHOHOHMHOJMHMJMJMJKHMJMJKLKJKJKJKLKJILILKLGJKLGLILGLGLINGLELGLENGLENELENELCNCNCLENANCNALCNANANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FP%40L%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NDLBNBNBLDNDLDNDLFLDLFNDLFLHLFLFLHLFLJLFJJLHLHJJLJJJJJJJJJJLJLJJJLHLJLHLHNHLJNHNHLFNHNFNHNFPFNFPHNFPDNFRDNFPDPDPDRDPBPDRDPBPBRBRBPBRBRBP%40R%40R%40RBR%3FR%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FRARAR%3FRCRARAPARCRCPCRCPCRCRCPERERCPEPEPEPEPGPEPGPENGRINGNGPGNIPGLIPGLINILKNINILILKLINKLKJKLKJKLKJKJKJMHKJMJMHKHMHMHMHMFMHMFMFMFOFMFMDMFODMDOBMDOBODMBOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40MBQ%3FM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCOAMAOCOAOCMCOCOEMCOEMCOEMEOGMEMGMGOGMGMGMIMGMIKIMIMIMIKKMKKIKKKKMKKMKKIMKKKMKMIOKMIMIOIOIMIOIMGQIMGQIOGQGOGOGSGOEQGQEQGQEQEQCQEQESCSEQCSCSCQCSCQASASCQASASASAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ltJTut46vgm_vjM4AtEG7ISetKI=) Richmond, CA ### What's nearby - ![Greek Theater showing theater scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069433/69ea57a7-9789-419a-8562-82ba91653178.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of California, Berkeley 17 min drive \- 11.5 miles - ![Jack London Square which includes a bay or harbor and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063235/91e61326-ba76-4eed-b745-a225a7a20141.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jack London Square 21 min drive \- 19.5 miles - ![San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502553/71c389a2-d8c1-4356-bba9-bc61dd5ed0e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Moscone Convention Center 27 min drive \- 23.5 miles - ![Oracle Park featuring a bay or harbor and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063199/e9ded285-60f9-45a6-bde5-7fd5c5f20eea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oracle Park 27 min drive \- 23.5 miles - Pinole Dog Park 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Richmond Transit Center 13 min drive - El Cerrito del Norte Station 20 min drive - Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Wendy's 5 min drive - Starbucks 7 min drive - AMF Pinole Valley Lanes 7 min drive - The Original Red Onion 4 min drive - Wingstop 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat? ### Where is Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serene & Sunlit Cozy Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex N. 26 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very spacious and in good area even thought it's a bit out of the way. House is very clean. ##### Alex N. 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