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Reviews of ★Lovely Mid-Century Modern Gem! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING! ★PETS WELCOME!

★Lovely Mid-Century Modern Gem! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING! ★PETS WELCOME!
Berkeley, CA

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill H., Atascadero

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
Very nice property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D., sedro-woolley wa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view Comfortable stay
Great neighborhood, very relaxing. Close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
My family and I loved our stay at this home! Everything was just as described. The hot tub and gorgeous city view from the yard were a huge plus! It was just what we were looking for while in town visiting family. We also had a small incident of foolishly locking ourselves out of the house and the owners (as well as the housekeeper, Eunice) were very attentive and came to let us back in within 30 minutes! We were very appreciative of that!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Prefect location in Berkeley!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

james n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent expeience
We enjoyed our stay a great deal. Liked everything about the apartment.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views, easy stay
The house was a good fit for four people and our small dog. The deck was nice and we spent a lot of time out there. It's walking distance from the Berkeley Rose Garden as well. The bedrooms are nicely sized (we did not use the detached room). This house was a little bare in regards to having certain household items. There wasn't an extra roll of paper towels or food items like salt or olive oil. Not a big deal but items we did purchase to cook at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
WHAT A VIEW
My boyfriend and I wanted a change of scene during this shelter in place and couldn’t be happier with this property. We wanted a place to relax and just forget about everything that’s going on in the world right now. This property was perfect for that. It was extremely clean and I am a neat freak! The bed were very comfortable, clean and cozy. Our absolutle favorite thing about this stay was the hot tub and watching the sunset over the Bay Area it was absolutely breath taking. We will definitely be back and recommend this property to anyone looking for a little get away in the heart of the bay area !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B., Reno, Nv

Liked: Cleanliness
Sparkling clean home with incredible views. Hidden Gem!
What a great home! It was sparkling clean (and I am a clean freak!) and so warm and sunny! The home is so stylish with a fun mid-century modern theme that collaborates with the home architecture (I love mid-century modern homes!). The furniture and decor is modern and comfortable. The bedrooms are large and the king beds are so comfortable! Large bathroom with bath tub and lots of hot water. The home has incredible bay views from almost every room! The outdoor patio area was our favorite. Large deck with lots of comfortable outdoor furniture. Large outdoor dining area and BBQ a well. The hot tub was magical. Looking at the bay view lights from the hot tub was the best. This area of Berkley is a hidden gem. So close to the UC campus but lots of trees and nature and wildlife around. We really enjoyed it. Cannot wait to go back. If you are considering this property I can recommend everything about it. Especially if you like bight and sunny homes and are a neat freak like me!

10/10 Excellent

louisa e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute Mid-Century
Clean, beds are comfortable and house is nicely furnished. Kitchen has everything you need. Beautiful outdoor area for relaxing or dining. Only caution, there is no AC. It’s not usually needed in Berkeley but good to know.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Jeff R., Grafton, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in beautiful Berkeley Hills, BUT...
First, the highlights: the house location, easy parking, the incredible deck overlooking SF, the two main bedrooms with excellent linens and pillows, the well-appointed living room, the very appreciated bottle of wine welcoming us, that was all fantastic. However, the out of control mildew smell coming out of that main air vent on the floor in the main hallway outside of the bedrooms, is just not OK for a rental property this expensive. And mildew smell was so overwhelming in the detached third bedroom that my adult son had to sleep in the living room. One non-major issue was challenge of fluctuating water temp in the shower; it's a classic problem in an older house and it's an easy fix, but requires a plumber to come in and remove some tiles and replace/repair the hot water faucet. Resolve the mildew issue (of course, not a minor expense) and this property is a home run. Just loved this place, and I used to own a home 1/2 mile away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Jeff! Thanks so much for your stay! I appreciate your feedback on the home. I checked with my manager and house cleaner regarding your comment that the home smelt like mildew. My manager informed me that the rugs and area rugs in the home had been steam cleaned before your stay. The cleaning company was supposed to use a quick dry form of cleaning. But they mistakenly used a wet form of cleaning and the rugs were not fully dried for your stay. The manager believes that this is what was causing the damp, mildew smell that you experienced. My apologies for this! You are the only guest who has ever mentioned this problem so it makes sense that the damp rugs were the cause. But, just to be extra cautious, I have already called a heating company to find out if there is any reason why a damp smell would be coming from the heating vents. But I do feel that the damp rugs is the cause of the smell (especially seeing as how they are wool which has a strong oder when damp). And I do apologize for this! And regarding the shower plumbing, we have called out our plumber to look at the shower faucet and address the fluctuating water temp that you mentioned. Thanks again or your stay and your feedback! It's always our goal to make sure that guests are 100% happy with their stays and we look forward to making any improvements needed to do so! :)

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Sacramento, Ca

Soaking in the hot tub under the stars! Such a great home!
Let me start by saying what a great neighborhood this home is in! We loved how peaceful the neighborhood was. There was lots of trees, deer walking down the street, lots of birds singing. But it was still walking distance to the UC which was great for us. The purpose of our visit was to look at the University with our daughter. So the location was perfect for us! The home was beautiful and clean! We loved the views. So great! And the yard was amazing! Such a great space. We had beautiful weather and loved spending the afternoon sitting in the sun and drinking tea on the deck. Soaking in the hot tub under the stars in the eying was special as well. This place truly is a gem! Oh! And the King sized beds were such a treat! So spacious and comfortable. I cannot wait to return to the gem of a home!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B., Reno, Nv

We enjoyed staying in this home.
This is a wonderful, spacious house in a great location, close to trails, with an amazing view. The bedrooms are quite big, with king beds, but the retro vibe of the furnishings makes them cozy. The kitchen was a dream, it had everything we needed. The bottle of California wine hosts provided was a nice touch. Just know that the third bedroom is very small and it is actually outside of the main house. There is also a beautiful deck. We really enjoyed staying at this house and I recommend it highly. We did also stay in the studio in-law unit on this property as well and really enjoyed that, too. If you have a really big group it's possible to rent both units on the property for your group. Tracy answered all of my questions promptly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Veronica C.

Bathroom needs a remodel
There are redeeming qualities here- the balcony/deck.. but the shower was basically inoperable.. how does everyone else shower here!?!? Also, I am super picky and have super high standards for cleanliness— this was not up to par. I’m sad to say we won’t be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Becca N., Ann Arbor, MI

Beautiful views inside & out
This was the perfect home base for my family for a family wedding. The house was as advertised, convenient parking & location of the house, gorgeous patio. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Miyuki T., Tokyo, Japan

Great place!!!
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful & comfortable place. It was perfect for our family of four. Both beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was equipped with everything needed. The only thing we didn’t like was the low water pressure of the shower which is a very minor thing. We would love to come back to stay in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf B.

Wonderful week in Berkeley hills
This could be your dream home in Berkeley. It has an ample living room with a gorgeous view. It is overall very well equipped. It has two superb bedrooms. What makes this house really special though is the terrace overlooking Berkeley and the Bay. We stayed here with three couples and were very comfortable. The third bedroom downstairs we didn´t use; we preferred to sleep on the sofa in the living room. The one thing we regret is that we didn´t take the time to enjoy the hot tub on the terrace!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christi L., Sacramento, CA, USA

PHENOMENAL!
Tracey was extremely easy to communicate with and my group really, really, really enjoyed our stay! The decor is adorable and so cute in the home, so much so I wanted to ask where she got everything! Lovely home with an awesome jacuzzi and it was such a fun place to get together with our group. Close enough to downtown to get to things, but still up in the hills where the views were beautiful and you felt like you were a little bit out of the way of the city. Close to Indian Rock and other areas and my crew and I did some fun runs from the home! Enough street parking for all, and super comfy beds and a wonderful hang out area in the living room! I wish I could move here. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

“Just what we needed” Girls Trip
We had a girls trip to visit our friend that transferred there. The view was amazing, the deck was awesome to visit on, beds are super comfy, hot tub was great! Neighborhood was great, neighbors were very nice down the street. Will be back at that house again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

The house above city of lights
This house not only met my expectations, but went way beyond it. The gigantic windows in the living room and the massive outdoor deck offered us views that were dazzling. We had a fabulous time and will rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Amazing view - wonderful location!
We flew in for my daughter's graduation and had a wonderful time. We were five adults and the house had plenty of space. The beds were very comfortable. The deck and hot tub were enjoyed by all. The view was amazing - pictures cannot do it justice. We definitely recommend home away from home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K., Little Rock, AR

Awesome home!
We had a fantastic stay! This home was so comfortable, from the beds to the living space to the great deck. We enjoyed the hot but, cooked great meals in the kitchen, and relaxed in the living room watching movies. The location is wonderful. We took great walks and saw many deer and enjoyed looking at the great homes in the area. Don't hesitate to book this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Wonderful retreat!
We loved the view, the beds (the best ever in a HomeAway or any hotel we have stayed at) and the hot tub. We would definitely stay there again. The hosts were clear in the description, however the third bedroom is difficult to use because there is no access to a bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim Z.

Wonderful
Our stay was great! We really enjoyed the house and views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Debra S., New Braunfels

Great Place!
We loved it, great location and accommodations!
Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Mitchell A.

Beautiful, comfy home in great location for enjoying Berkeley, Oakland, Bay Area, and wine country.
Lovely and comfortable home with amazing views—look out over SF Bay while soaking in the hot tub under a string of lights! The upstairs bedrooms are spacious, comfortable and share the lovely views. The kitchen is large enough for meal prep, with most essentials. One bathroom has the cool, original Berkeley/Albany style of tile work, but (as noted by other reviewers) it is the only shower available. We also found the detached bedroom to be less useful to us, having young children, so we simply treated the home as a two-bedroom unit. Eunice came by to oversee gardener and asked after our comfort; Tracy was helpful and accommodating regarding our travel plans. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

VIVETTE D.

Home from Home
This house was perfect for our family vacation. The property was presentable, clean and all furnitures were comfortable. The kitchen had a washing machine, dryer and all the necessary cooking utensils - basically it was like home from home. I would recommend the house for a large family vacation. The position of the house was very private and the view from the main sitting room was beautiful, especially during the evening looking over Downtown Berkeley. The area was very hilly and great for walks. The location was within a 10 minute drive of Shattuck Avenue and Telegraph Avenue, two very convenient shopping areas in Berkeley. Also a 10 minute drive to BART, a quick and easy way to travel to San Francisco. A few criticisms about the property - (1) Maybe a light immediately outside the front door as it was hard to negotiate the steps in the dark. (2) Some information on how to pull the blinds as it was not obvious how to pull them and although attempted a few times, nothing happened and we did not want to break them. (3) Due to the many ornaments you feel a little worried when walking around and you have to watch young children at all times. (4) It would be good to know the day when the gardener is due to come, as he turned up at an inconvenient time when were getting ready to go into the hot tub. This meant we had no privacy and it was very noisy for approximately 30 minutes. All being said we enjoyed our stay and would stay again. Thanks for the welcome bottle of wine.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

Wonderful place to stay.
Was as quiet, cute, panoramic, relaxed, and easy as we had hoped. Great place. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

EunJeong K.

Beautiful HomeAway Home!
I searched for a place for my family who travelled to the Bay area from abroad for my wedding week. Since we wanted to provide a place that truly feels like home in addition to proximity to our place, clean, safe neighborhood etc, we did an extensive research to find the perfect place. And I am so happy and thankful to say that my family unanimously fell in love with Tracy's place. It is not only a beautiful, well-kept, spacious place to easily fit my family of 5, but the view from the living room is priceless. They told me the beds were dreamy and they all rested well after a day of tough wedding and travel schedules. Also check-in/check out was super easy. It was easy to figure out how to take care of trash. Unfortunately we didn't get to use the hot tub during our time but I'm sure it would be a wonderful experience too. When they left, they asked if they could stay here again when they come to visit the Bay area next time :) I would like to give a huge thanks to Tracy to help my family take away not only beautiful memories of the events/wedding/travels but right in this place where they rested, ate, slept and chatted away~ Thank you!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ivan B.

What an awesome house and location. Couldn't have been happier!
The bedrooms, the views, the hot tub, the deck, the living room....all just gorgeous! If you have enough people, this is so much better than a hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S., Hanover, NH

Great house for family retreat in Berkeley hills
We loved staying at this cute mid-century modern decorated home in the Berkeley hills. The views of the bay are awesome, enjoyed through the floor to ceiling windows or from the hot tub on the deck. The neighborhood is very quiet and easy to reach via the 65 or 67 from the Bart or UC campus. Also easy parking in the driveway or the street. Tracy was extremely accommodating when travel plans on both side of our trip were affected by weather and unforeseen work meetings. Overall the house is super convenient for a family, great to have a washer/dryer right in the kitchen, dishwasher, all the conveniences of home - which is so helpful when traveling with 3 children under 10! There's even a bonus room below the unit with a separate entrance which worked great for our Au Pair. Would recommend this house and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2017

8/10 Good

Talise D.

Amazing location, and really nice to come home
We had a girls weekend in Oakland/San Francisco for a close friend's wedding (in Oakland). We really wanted a place where we could get into San Francisco quickly, but also accessible to the venue in Oakland for the wedding; the mid-century modern gem, was perfect! We fell in love with the area and the neighborhood. We were close to the city, but did not have to deal with the city hub bub at the end of the night. The home was extremely spacious! Third room, which is detached from the main home, it just that, detached. We deemed it the Harry Potter room, as it was very secluded, so we didn't use it. The other 2 rooms were so large, the beds were KING, and the couch that turned into the bed was said to be surprisingly comfortable. Weird note, I just loved the large hallway. There are many features of this house that I wish we had more time to use, such as the great kitchen and amazing patio area! it was gorgeous, with view and the lights, and again the space! The kitchen had stocked the basic needs -- but was sufficient. We didn't do much cooking. The one 'downfall' with the home, and 5 girls, were the bathrooms. There were two bathrooms, but only one shower, and only one of the bathrooms had outlets. We made it work, it definitely wasn't the end of the world, we just planned a bit. One of my favorite features of the home, was the view! we hung out in the family room with the great view, and just visited. There was a TV (small), but it was never used as we just soaked up the company and view. We did enter the home with a hint of a recreational smell, but it was faint, and was gone by the first day. There is a fireplace, but we never could figure out how to use it. At times it took a while to get warm (it was rainy while were there), but we got there, and there were plenty of throws around the home. The location, as described was great! We loved the area so much. The neighborhood was quiet, and up in the hill. As we drove around, we just were so pleased with our decision to stay here. One night we had to run to the grocery store, a Safeway wasn't far away, and it looked to be in such a cute little down. Wish we had more time to discover. Parking was easy. We did only have one car, therefore the one spot was perfect. There was street parking, safe parking, on the same street. Tracy was responsive and so easy to work with! I don't think we were demanding, but I have a feeling if we had any requests she would hae been helpful. Great host. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Talise! I hope your travels home went smoothly! Thanks again for you stay. I appreciate the bits of feedback that you have given me as our home is new to the vacation rental market and we want to make as many improvements as possible. We want to make the home as comfortable as possible for our guests. The fireplace is controlled by the thermostat on the wall--I will make sure that this is more clear in the arrival manual. Again, thanks so much for your say! We really enjoyed having you and your friends as guests, especially during the biggest rain storm of many years! :)