Title: By The Bay Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=94655563&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # By The Bay Retreat Villa in Castro Valley with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for By The Bay Retreat ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - By The Bay Retreat (Castro Valley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94660000/94655600/94655563/005c4c0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - By The Bay Retreat (Castro Valley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94660000/94655600/94655563/1bfa2dd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, music library - By The Bay Retreat (Castro Valley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94660000/94655600/94655563/11af82ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - By The Bay Retreat (Castro Valley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94660000/94655600/94655563/e3fd29e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, music library - By The Bay Retreat (Castro Valley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94660000/94655600/94655563/60f05495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Castro Valley, this charming home is perfect for a peaceful getaway. Revel in the tranquility of a quiet neighborhood while enjoying proximity to top Bay Area attractions. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### By The Bay Retreat Welcome to our charming Airbnb nestled in the heart of Castro Valley. Our cozy home is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway. With a prime location just a short drive from the Bay Area's top attractions, our Airbnb offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy the convenience of being close to the city while reveling in the tranquility of a quiet neighborhood. Come experience the magic of Castro Valley for yourself! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34078500/34078466/81bb47f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Spanish style home- Garden. 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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 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 Castro Valley is home to this villa. Lake Chabot Spa and Cinemark Century Union Landing 25 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Eden Landing Ecological Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oakland Arena or Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing, birdwatching and fishing. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## By The Bay 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 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth T. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome home and great host! Wonderful private space. Loved the hot tub and outdoor area. Comfortable living room and bedrooms. Very easy to communicate with the host. They were really great. Enjoyed our time! ##### Elizabeth T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy R. 18 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place for Oakland/Hayward/Castro Valley Excellent space - living room, dining room, gorgeous kitchen, comfortable beds, and a pool! And hot tub! Extremely quiet neighborhood at end of dead end street. Felt safe, nice neighbors. Had good access to freeway system and a nice Safeway, coffee shop, light dining very close. Would stay here over and over if going into this area!! ##### Nancy R. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yael L. 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A home away from home We enjoyed a long stay here while our own home was undergoing water damage restoration, and it was comfortable and quiet. We especially enjoyed the pool on hot summer days, and the location is fantastic. If you're willing to walk 20-30 minutes, you can access much of what Castro Valley has to offer, from boba and barbecue to the movies and more. A special shout out to Alex for being a communicative and helpful host! ##### Yael L. Stayed 52 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlene B. 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet getaway Wonderful 2 beds/ 2 baths . Onsite shower small. High end kitchen,dining and living room.large deck with hot tub . Built in pool nice . Owner is getting new patio furniture. ##### Charlene B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine C., 415 N. Walnut Ave., Sidney, OH 45365 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool (!) & Calm in Castro Valley, CA Really cool little house in Castro Valley, CA with a terrific open floor plan, and nice ecclectic touches. Marilyn Monroe on the wall 1and Mona Lisa on the fridge. ##### Christine C. 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