In the heart of Berkeley hills, this charming one-bedroom apartment offers a serene retreat with a fully equipped kitchen and beautiful views of San Francisco Bay. Unwind in the garden designed by Keeyla Meadows, complete with fruit trees and native plants.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroomSleeps 4500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home.
One bedroom/ one bath apartment in an historic 1924 home situated in the beautiful Berkeley hills overlooking San Francisco Bay. This flat includes a fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, microwave, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. The bedroom is large, with a queen size bed and beautiful views. The bathroom, which includes a shower/ no tub, is accessible through the bedroom as well as a separate hall from the living room. The living room has a queen-size sofa bed and a flat screen TV. Cable and wifi are included. The apartment has its own washer/dryer.
The apartment is accessed down a flight of steps through a locked gate. An intercom allows the guest to open the gate for guests with the push of a button. On-street parking is plentiful. Some guests chose to purchase daily parking passes but this is entirely optional.
The unit has an entrance directly onto a garden that was designed by the Berkeley landscape designer Keeyla Meadows. It's pretty wonderful! With fruit trees, roses, and California native plants.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
We ask that if you are planning a party, you check in with us first.
If you break anything, please let us know, that's what insurance is for!
If you notice anything in need of repair, please let us know.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number ZCSTR2017-0111
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Berkeley, this apartment is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island, while San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Walt Disney Family Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland Arena. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Berkeley travel guide
Is Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home. ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home. located?
Located in Berkeley Hills, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley and Greek Theater. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Memorial Stadium are also within 1 mile (2 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 22 minutes by foot.
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Convenient walk to UC, Haas, MSRI, Simons and Goldman School. Historic home. Reviews
Reviews
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I've stayed in about a dozen Airbnb or VRBO rentals over the past few years and this is without a doubt my favorite of all. Located in a beautiful Berkeley neighborhood, the unit was large, clean and opened into a patio with paths leading to a very nice garden area on the lower part of the property. I highly recommend staying here!
Beautiful proprty in the Berkeley Hills close to Chez Panisse etc.
Stunning Bay and SF views. Well appointed apartment. Owners answer immediately and are helpful and friendly. As good a place as we've ever been at after extensive world wide travel.
Lovely spacious apartment up in the Berkeley hills. Wonderful views of the bay. Gardens are gorgeous. Host is responsive and we felt available if needed. Walkable to many restaurants. We enjoyed our stay and plan to be back next time we’re in Berkeley.
Just amazing. The perfect if are going to visit UC Berkeley.
I always stay with Susan and Greg if possible and I have been there 4 times during 8 years. The apartment is fine and cozy, the garden with birds and squirrels and the view of the bay and SF is just wonderful. So, I hope to be back soon.
We had a wonderful experience staying in this beautiful historic home. This home has become our favorite place to stay every time we visit Berkeley. We enjoyed the amazing views of San Francisco Bay.
We had a great time there. It was well situated in the hills. The views were breathtaking , the yard and its flora were beautiful, and the owners were kind and welcoming.
My family and I very much enjoyed our stay and the beautiful views of the bay and the City of San Francisco.
The place was clean, comfortable, and close to markets and great restaurants. Also, very close to UC Berkerkely.
This was a cozy, clean, and aesthetically inspiring apartment with a wonderful view and a sprawling garden. My kids (ages 9 and 13) and I stayed here nearly a week, doing all kinds of fun activities in Berkeley. I asked the 9 year old what her favorite part of the trip was, and she said cuddling up in the little book nook while looking out at the view every evening. They felt at home and did not get homesick at all--which is first!
Anna S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alisha B.
16 May 2023
Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Nice view!
Cute place with a nice view of SF. Not a lot of restaurants and other places close by that is a short distance to walk... somewhat isolated but quiet.
We loved staying in this unique, beautiful apartment in an historic house! The terraced garden was lush and extensive with fruit trees and the patio view of San Fran was stunning. The rooms are spacious, beautifully appointed and had everything we needed for a full week stay. The hosts were very friendly, inviting and responsive. We will certainly return to this hillside retreat.
Spacious and clean one bedroom apartment with spectacular view of San Francisco, tucked on a quiet street in the Berkeley hills, only a short walk to the university. The apartment opens onto a beautifully maintained three level garden. It was a perfect spot for visiting our family who is scattered across the East Bay. Although we had little need to contact our hosts, they were readily available. We would definitely stay here again.
Trish M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ann B.
23 Jun 2015
Gergeous view
My parents and sister had a lovely long weekend in this place. The view of the bay bridge is absolutely breathtaking. The backyard is beautiful. Definitely be prepared for the steps. They are easily navigated but it's good to know that you will need to go up and down them each time you come and go. The amenities of downtown Berkeley are just down the hill so everything you might need is close by.
Ann B.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alisha
27 May 2023
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed there 4 nights. It definitely has a great view of the bay and SF! That was the highlight. It is not in a convenient location to restaurants and it sits up on a hill to where if you walk anywhere be ready to take a hike back up! We took an Uber to wherever we needed to go. For a reason I will not divulge, I simply could not give it a good cleanliness rating. It should have been taken care of if things were being cleaned well!!!
Beautiful garden and apartment. Well equipped for a stay with laundry and kitchen facilities and a book library. Note that's quite a walk up a steep hill from Berkeley so you need to be fit or else have your own vehicle or use Uber. A great introduction for us to America. Susan is a friendly helpful host and the view to the city is stunning.
We love staying at this beautiful apartment in the Berkeley hills. The view is wonderful from the garden patio. The apartment is spacious and has everything we need. The owners are welcoming and accommodating. We plan to return!