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V r b o: Z e n H o u s e - S.F. BAY AREA - Moraga - Ethernet Option

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Kitchen is remodeled, well-stocked (just bring your food!) and is easy to use.
Backyard offers an abudance of space
Chill under the large Skylight in the Family Room, enjoy the 55" Samsung TV or Netflix.
An Overview of The Zen House
Take a quick virtual tour f the San Franciaco Bay Bridge and the city skyline near the waterline.
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Moraga, CA
  • Popular LocationSaint Mary's College8 min drive
  • Popular LocationRingCentral Coliseum27 min drive
  • Popular LocationOakland Zoo28 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

+2
3 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

V r b o: Z e n H o u s e - S.F. BAY AREA - Moraga - Ethernet Option

** QUICK DETAILS **

* The limit on any gatherings is open to discussion for reasonable, usually family and close friend get togethers for: (1) Holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas/Winter Holidays. Contact BEFORE booking only; (2) College Graduations - namely St. Mary's College here in Moraga & UC Cal Berkeley 25 minutes away, but any of the schools as those are closest in proximity to The Zen House. (3) Anything not mentioned? Just ask. The more detail you can provide, the better the chance we can provide you with a favorable response.
* Mandated Disclosure: Property equipped with exterior (front & back), remote-monitored camera system for insurance and life health & safety reasons. Please understand this was an insurance requirement and that we value your privacy as much as we do our own.
* Scroll to very end for info on (a) Animals & (b) Ethernet

DESCRIPTION
Welcome to your local stay or tranquil suburban escape from the Big City. A whole house rental located in an upscale hamlet within driving or transit distance of San Francisco, this house is ideal for guests desiring a safer, more spacious alternative to staying overnight in the city. Perched on nearly a quarter-acre of a tree-lined street, we have welcomed guests from around the world and locals visiting family or having their nearby homes built, renovated or repaired. Step inside a turn-key ready home-away-from-home, fully remodeled in recent years. Equipped as a turn-key house with the belief that in today's digital era, life and work naturally follow us anywhere we go, this property features a respectable office setup with at least one Aeron Chair alongside a zen setting to relax and unwind. From an expansive backyard to an attentive host, fine attention is paid to detail. Guests of all backgrounds are genuinely welcome, as are work groups. As a universally welcoming host to all, The Zen House (my house) reflects my personal ethos of welcoming guests from all backgrounds in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory environment. Available and reachable, even at late hours to ensure every effort is made for you to have a safe, seamless and memorable experience.

One unusual aspect of staying in my home is there is no cleaning fee. Since the amazing guests we have hosted frequently leave the home tidy and fairly clean on their own, even though there is NO CLEANING REQUIREMENT (nor any expectation). For as long as this continues, we will not charge any cleaning fee for your stay.

*Special Notes:

(1) We are pleased to have Ethernet at 3 access points in the home. It was installed for a special guest as their WFH (Work-from-Home) required Ethernet for a higher-level of security than traditional wifi. **However, Ethernet is not listed as an offered amenity. This is because the host has not personally used it. to confirm it works **This means that you are welcome to use the Ethernet, but the host does not make ANY promises or warranty as to whether or not this functions. Should this be a key issue in your reservation, please advise, so this option can be further developed.

(2) Animals & Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis AFTER answering a list of questions.. When pets are allowed, this is BEFORE booking *ONLY*. YOU CANNOT ADD ANY PET AFTER BOOKING. INSTANT BOOKING WITH PETS ARE NOT VALID AND MAY BE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION. Dogs and pets must be contained indoors (not outside) on Tuesdays form the Gardener and all day Wednesday form the side yard garbage service.

(3) Contact host for pricing modifications on stays > 75 consecutive nights. Most discounts exceeding that length of stay have already been factored into our pricing months in advance. Please feel welcome to inquire.

*** Contact BEFORE booking only. Must be100% parent chaperoned, with written contract, to include full indemnification clause in favor of host, an additional security deposit & primary liability coverage naming host as insured.

Available and reachable, even at late hours to ensure every effort is made for you to have a safe, seamless and memorable experience
Thank you for your interest in my restful home!

Guests have stayed with for a variety of purposes:

- Remodels (or portions of remodeling projects)

- Insurance-covered losses in their own homes (eg, water, fire) under the "ALE" (Additional Living Expense) coverage in their homeowner's policy or labeled "LOU" (Loss of Use) with some carriers. Insurance usually sends the policyholder to a hotel with a link to an app to chose from one in your area. That does not work for the guests we have hosted in this instances. The reason they stayed at the Zen House is they either advocated for themselves with the claims representative and the carrier's contracted "intermediary housing providers" (the ones who send you the hotel app links. One paid out of pocket and sought reimbursement later.

- Vacationers to the SF Bay Area looking for a safer alternative to staying in the SF/Oakland areas and want more than a box-sized hotel room.

- Guests here to visit family, whether for the weekend, a holiday or a little bit longer.

- Graduations.

- Work Groups, including Boeing, construction crews and an out-of-area law firm with a local jury trial.

- We warmly welcome guests from all backgrounds.

Property manager

Ann
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
** Parent solely responsible for childproofing **

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
ALL PETS REQUIRE PRE-APPROVAL BEFORE BOOKING.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We regret any inconvenience, but there is no tub due to supply chain shortages (the tub pictured can only be used as a shower)
There is absolutely no storage allowed in the house, garage or property. ** No family reunions, gatherings, etc. Immed cancellation, no refund.**
Please, no shoes inside house. No chack or markings on cement or pavement.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

About the area

Moraga

This holiday home is located in Moraga. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay, while Greek Theater and Fox Theater are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Oakland Zoo, or head to an event or a match at RingCentral Coliseum.
Map
Moraga, CA

What's nearby

  • Redwood Regional Park - 7 min drive
  • Saint Mary's College - 8 min drive
  • RingCentral Coliseum - 27 min drive
  • Oracle Arena - 28 min drive
  • Oakland Zoo - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Lafayette Station - 12 min drive
  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 29 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 6 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 6 min drive
  • L'acajou Bakery & Cafe - 19 min drive
  • Creekside Grill at Rossmoor - 18 min drive
  • Si Si Caffe - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is V r b o: Z e n H o u s e - S.F. BAY AREA - Moraga - Ethernet Option pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at V r b o: Z e n H o u s e - S.F. BAY AREA - Moraga - Ethernet Option?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at V r b o: Z e n H o u s e - S.F. BAY AREA - Moraga - Ethernet Option?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is V r b o: Z e n H o u s e - S.F. BAY AREA - Moraga - Ethernet Option located?

Set in Moraga, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Redwood Regional Park, Chabot Space and Science Center and Lafayette Reservoir. Joaquin Miller Park and Orinda Theater are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Another wonderful stay! Hosts are very accommodating and home is excellent!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Incredible stay. Wonderful neighborhood and lovely backyard. House had everything needed to make us feel at home. Hosts are very accommodating and pay attention to details to make stay more comfortable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We had a wonderful stay at the Zen House. The house has everything anyone could possibly need. Our family of 5 and dog stayed and we were very comfortable. The neighborhood is very nice and the backyard is incredible. The hosts are so thoughtful and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. The check in and out process was incredibly easy. We are so thankful to have found this home and are looking forward to staying again soon.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Experience
This home is even far better than advertised. The home is gorgeous and so spacious. I stayed with my sister, mom, husband and our two dogs and there was plenty of room for all of us. The house was extremely clean and well stocked for anything you may need. The backyard is truly an escape with gorgeous landscaping and a bench around a stunning tree that we could sit under and relax. The dogs loved the backyard and it was fully secure so there was no way they could get out. When we walked around the neighborhood it was breathtaking with all the trees and wildflowers. The location is near by so many shops and restaurants and some UNBELIEVABLE hiking trails. However, what really made this place one of the best experiences I have had was the personal touches from the owners. They left chocolates, toiletries, lights on, air set to what you prefer, water in the fridge and I could go on and on. They even left one of the most delicious pies I have ever had! They were the most communicative hosts I have ever had. We had some issues with booking because of the website and they navigated it flawlessly and professionally. We were lucky enough to meet them upon arrival and they were so helpful and truly the nicest people I have ever come across in my life. We all can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House, Perfect Host
Perfect in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ann

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