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Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley

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Private kitchen
Exterior
Living area
Room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8144.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • Place, California College of the Arts
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Telegraph Avenue
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Temescal Alley
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Single Futons

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Secondary Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Secondary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley

Welcome to our elegant, newly renovated 2BR/3BA designer home by Gary Parsons, just minutes from UC Berkeley in Oakland’s charming Rockridge neighborhood.

Spanning two beautifully renovated levels, the home offers a refined balance of comfort, style, and livability, making it an ideal place to settle in for a weekend visit or a longer stay. It is especially well suited for family visits, Berkeley stays, and time spent exploring the East Bay. The living room features a luxury American Leather queen sofa bed, known for its exceptional comfort, along with a nearby full bathroom for added flexibility and convenience.

The kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances, including a six-burner gas stove, and is thoughtfully stocked for cooking and entertaining, with service for up to 10 dinner guests. Both floors enjoy abundant natural light by day, while sophisticated dimmable lighting creates a warm, inviting atmosphere in the evening.

The dining area opens to a small south-facing deck with a barbecue and fire pit, ideal for outdoor dining, morning coffee, or relaxing at the end of the day.

From the house, you can easily walk to excellent restaurants, cafés, markets, bookstores, boutiques, fitness studios, and spas. BART and other nearby transit make it easy to get around Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco, while the neighborhood itself offers the charm, convenience, and walkability that make Rockridge such a favorite place to stay.

Whether you’re visiting Berkeley, spending time with family, or simply looking for a stylish and welcoming home base in the East Bay, this home offers a comfortable place to settle in and enjoy the neighborhood.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
✔️ Start the dishwasher with any used dishes inside ✔️ Put trash, recycling, and compost in the appropriate bins ✔️ Turn off lights and thermostat ✔️ Close and lock all windows and doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Minimum age of 25 to book property. Driver's license required upon booking and failure to provide one will result in cancelled booking.
No loud music after 9PM

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Oakland

Located in Oakland, this holiday home is in the city centre. Pier 39 and Ferry Building are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. 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 parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • California College of the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hardy Dog Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Telegraph Avenue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Temescal Alley - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mountain View Cemetery - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockridge Station - 5 min walk
  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Highwire Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Market Hall Foods - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Zachary's Chicago Pizza - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Rockridge Designer Home Near UC Berkeley located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Children's Hospital Oakland and Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center. University of California, Berkeley and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). Rockridge Station is only a 5-minute walk and MacArthur Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

michele a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable home in the heart of charming, walkable Rockridge, an easy BART ride to San Francisco. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house! It’s in immaculate condition and is in a perfect location close to everything in Rockridge. The owner is friendly and flexible. This is perhaps the best rental house experience we’ve ever had. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, a wonderful stay at this home. The house is very comfortable, the location is fantastic, and the owners are very responsive. Would return again.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, again!

Great place, awesome neighborhood!.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and great house with high quality finishes. Close to everything. Perfect around.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property! Very nicely remodeled, furnished, and decorated, with absolutely everything we needed including well-equipped kitchen. Everything in very good shape and as shown on photos. Terrific location, very walkable and close to shops and restaurants. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation and great host.

Very well maintained property and very responsive host
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this home— -it’s in a very walkable location to many restaurants, stores, and public transportation. The house is very easy to live in, the beds are comfortable, and everything is well taken care of. The owner is very responsive and communicative. Enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Perfect location. Comfortable home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Good location and amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Great location near all the restaurants, cafes, bars, and shopping on College Ave. Very clean, comfortable, and well appointed home. Friendly and responsive hosts. We’d definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christoph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We loved the house in the middle of Rockridge
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Location was great. Make sure to ask for futons, they are not ready to use. Communication was a bit slow. House was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Oakland home

Beautiful property and accommodations. Host very responsive to our questions. Short walking distance to restaurants and shops. We will definitely stay here on our next visit to Oakland.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This delightful house is in one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Oakland. I lived in the neighborhood for 30 years, so I know. Every detail about the house was thought out, including the heated toilet. I rented this for family coming from Italy. My 87 yo cousin and his daughter. They loved it. The house is off College Ave, a main shopping/eating street in Oakland. Market Hall with all the food and wine shops is just blocks away. Trader Joe’s is just on the other side of the BART station. So many restaurants and coffee shops. This the best part of Oakland.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO Experience

This was our best experience staying at a VRBO. The cleanliness of the house was top notch, the location was amazing, and the host was helpful and responsive. We will definitely be staying again if we get the opportunity.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Outstanding

Outstanding location, newly remodeled, responsive host, high end appliances, walk to everything. Looking forward to staying there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great neighborhood

Convenient to restaurants, shopping and BART (as well as our granddaughter). The kitchen is fully equipped and great for a family meal if you don’t want to go out, although with all the great places to eat nearby there’s no need to cook. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in nice part of Oakland, CA

The property was in great shape and location was in easy walking distance to many restaurants and shops. The house was well designed with modern, stylish finishes. It was the perfect size for our family of 5. Zak is a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

A great location, beautiful home, spacious, very comfortable and very easy to reach owner. One of the best homes i have rented...
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RAFFIN N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and pleasant house

We had excellent time in Ed's house. It was very clean and convenient, Kitchen very well equipied. Check in process easy,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadira C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nicest house ever!

This is the single nicest house I have ever rented. The house is modest but elegant and it is so very clean!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ellis a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

time with friends and family

The house is in great condition - new construction and very clean. Easy communication with the owner, and in great neighborhood. A great experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New house; great location

All new and very clean. Excellent location near all the restaurants and shops of College Avenue, in Rockridge. Ed was a super host, responded quickly every time we contacted him. This was our 2nd stay at this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Rockridge Home

Conflicted about writing a review because I want it to be available the next time we visit Rockridge. This is head and shoulders above other homes we’ve visited. Spacious, comfortable, clean, equipped with everything you need in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Zachary King

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Hi I'm Edward!

I own our lovely rental home and have lived in the East Bay since 1982. I love the outdoors and am so grateful to have spent over 40 years in such a beautiful place.

I grew up in Southern California and previously worked as a commercial diver in many places around the world (Norway, Borneo, and Papua New Guinea to name a few), before moving to the East Bay. These days, I spend much of my time bike riding through the Berkeley and Oakland hills or surfing various waves around the Bay Area.

I absolutely love Rockridge and I'm sure you'll quickly appreciate why after getting a taste of all that this vibrant neighborhood has to offer!

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Hey I'm Zak!

I'm a musician from Berkeley and I co-host and manage our Vrbo listing outside of my work in the music industry. We would love to host you so don't hesitate to reach out with any questions at all, I'm happy to help!

Why they chose this property

Rockridge is a safe and wonderfully charming neighborhood booming with culture. It's extremely convenient and centrally located, while still managing to stay calm and peaceful.

Rockridge has it all. Not to mention all of the incredible restaurants, cafes, and shops on College Avenue, located just around the corner from our home.

Don't hesitate to ask us for recommendations! There are tons of amazing options for any occasion without even needing to leave the neighborhood. We feel confident you will end up loving it just as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

This home has been beautifully remodeled with all brand new high end appliances and maintained with the upmost care for our guests.

We try our very best to make everything as smooth as possible and assist our guests in having the most wonderful and memorable trip to the East Bay.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions at all!

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