Title: Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=92451260&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley ## Photo gallery for Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley ![Smart TV, books - Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92460000/92451300/92451260/ab6741dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92460000/92451300/92451260/b20e0303.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92460000/92451300/92451260/aa16bb5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92460000/92451300/92451260/3b69e630.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92460000/92451300/92451260/d08ac263.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of North Oakland, this cozy home offers a unique blend of modern comfort and retro charm. Unwind in the 100-year-old Redwood Room, a re-imagined 70s cocktail lounge, or enjoy al fresco dining under string lights on the patio. The spacious home features a full kitchen, laundry facilities, and central AC/heat. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley Our cozy, newly renovated North Oakland home is 2 mi from UC Berkeley, a 10min walk to Temescal's best restaurants & bars, & Children’s Hospital. Easy access to San Francisco (Ferry, Uber, Bart). The home features our spacious & charming living + dining area Enjoy the outdoors with Fire Pit Lounge & Patio Dining under the String Lights! Our 2 BD/1BA, 1000sqft spacious home offers Full Kitchen (complimentary coffee/tea), Laundry & Central AC/Heat. Enjoy our stylish & centrally located place! This private 2Bed/1Bath ground floor suite has one-step entry. \---------- Cozy yet Grand Living & Dining area: Enjoy your family dinners on our thoughtful and spacious dining table featuring our grand table that can seat up to 8 people. Lounge and relax in the living room with big beautiful windows and spectacular artwork. \---------- Full Kitchen: The kitchen has a gas stove/oven, full size fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee & tea station, and the basics to cook a nice meal. Enjoy your meals in the breakfast nook. \---------- 2 Bedrooms: Both bedrooms are equipped with queen beds, wardrobes, and desk spaces to work. \---------- Bathroom: The bathroom has all of your essentials - towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, hairdryer, cotton swabs, q-tips. \---------- Laundry: Equipped with washer/dryer and all the basics. \---------- Backyard: The outdoor space is a wonderful place to unwind. Soak the sun on the Day-beds and patio chairs. Enjoy a romantic dinner under the string lights and end the night with a glass of wine(or two) around the fire-pit under the string lights. \---------- Parking: We offer only 1 paid parking on the property driveway for $25/night or $50 per stay. Please let us know to reserve your spot. \---------- Early Check-in / Late Checkout: Additional fees of $50/hr from the standard time. Please ask us for an early check-in, we will try our best to accommodate you. The additional fee helps us get the place ready as per your schedule and compensate our cleaners for the extra help they bring in accordingly. \---------- Additional Conveniences: For all your travel needs, we are located close to our neighborhood convenience store and a short walk to the nearby Whole Foods and Walgreens. \----------------------- Other things to note The couch in the living room lays flat and pulls out to a Queen Size bed. We provide Mattress topper, comforter, bedsheet and pillows for a comfortable stay. For infants/toddlers, we provide(upon request) a crib, high chair, changing table and pack n play crib. Street Parking on the entire street, except right next to the store, is free. Please be careful of street cleaning days (2nd & 4th Mondays and Tuesdays: 12.30 - 3.30pm). The security cameras are located outside the front entrance, facing the street. There is also a security camera outside the back door, pointed out towards the backyard. These cameras are motion activated and record as long as any movement exists. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 23 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. - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/ba0da8d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina Berkeley Marina - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 8.2 Very good 4,318 reviews £96 includes taxes & fees 5 Mar - 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Check-out time is 11.00am. 2\. Please place any used towels in the hamper located in the master bedroom. 3\. No need to take out the trash. Instead please collect all the trash & recyclables in the containers located in the kitchen. We'll take it from there :) 4\. Please turn off devices/lights/thermostat 5\. We’d really appreciate it if you can let us know that you’ve checked out - thank you! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Zero tolerance policy - no parties allowed on property. Only the registered guests on the booking are welcome in the home. Please be respectful of our neighbors, and keep noise to a minimum later in the evening. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Upper Telegraph, a neighbourhood in Oakland, is home to this holiday home. Ferry Building and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Union Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley 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 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Hannah L. 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun, well appointed home in convenient location We had a great stay here, a good space for a family like ours and conveniently located near the extended family we were visiting. We will have to come back in better weather to appreciate the outdoor area! ##### Hannah L. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol H. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit. Nicer even than the pictures Wonderful property. Bedrooms are very large and kitchen is great. Nice the front yard is fenced with a gate, and backyard is lovely. ##### Carol H. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C. 19 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet apartment in Bushrod Nicely appointed, comfortable foam beds, easy check-in, great communication with owner. Located in a quiet neighborhood in Bushrod, not Temescal. Definitely recommend! ##### David C. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ritu C. 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, spacious and clean place! It is a beautiful and well maintained place. Kitchen was well equipped with all the essentials needed for preparing a breakfast/meal. Front yard and back yard is very pretty. They also had variety of board games for kids and family. ##### Ritu C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nickolas T. 1 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and beautiful home Easy to check in and check out. The bar area was adorable and really made it feel like vacation. Great backyard that’s shared with the renters upstairs. We actually ended up making friends with the visitors upstairs and hanging with them for a bit. Great part of oakland that’s quiet but close to a lot of fun spots if you want to explore. Super clean. Easy street parking. Communication with owner was great as well. Definitely recommend. ##### Nickolas T. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah P. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Spent two nights and it was a great spot. Enjoyed the decor and the backyard was a great, relaxing place to hang out. ##### Leah P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrett H. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nicely decorated, comfortable Oakland home. This was a perfect place for 2 couples while we were visiting our kids at Berkeley. Alli was a gracious host and very easy to communicate with. We also really enjoyed the backyard as a hangout spot and the lighting after dark. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Garrett H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hether H. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love the backyard! This was a perfect place for my family to stay during my daughter's graduation from UC Berkeley. Restaurants were close and not as crowded as they were closer to campus. We got uber eats sandwiches after her grad and had the best time in the cute, sunny backyard. ##### Hether H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ---