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North Berkeley Victorian -- Heart of Gourmet Ghetto - 5 blocks to U.C./ Downtown

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A covered outdoor area with a white garage door, potted plants, and a wooden fence.
A bedroom with a bed, a bookshelf, a desk, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a small refrigerator, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A glass-enclosed shower with a decorative tile backsplash, a white sink, and a handheld showerhead.
A room with a wooden door, a television on a wooden dresser, a chair with a red cushion, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near University of California, Berkeley
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA
  • Place, Gourmet Ghetto
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

About this property

North Berkeley Victorian -- Heart of Gourmet Ghetto - 5 blocks to U.C./ Downtown

Located in an 1889 Victorian, this ground-floor spacious rental has a separate entrance, queen size-bed, private bathroom, deluxe shower, and kitchenette . Just steps away from the culinary delights of Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto (everything from Vegan Sushi to Chez Panisse) and close to the University of California campus. One block to the F Bus and 7 blocks to BART for easy access to San Francisco while enjoying the charms of Berkeley. Perfect for academic conferences. Berkeley Short-Term Registration: ZCSTR2021-0865.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No loud music

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2485743vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Berkeley

Located in Berkeley, this holiday home is in the city centre. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and hiking.
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Berkeley, CA

What's nearby

  • Gourmet Ghetto - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Greek Theater - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 10 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Victory Point Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪North Berkeley Wine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chez Panisse - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is North Berkeley Victorian -- Heart of Gourmet Ghetto - 5 blocks to U.C./ Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at North Berkeley Victorian -- Heart of Gourmet Ghetto - 5 blocks to U.C./ Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Berkeley Victorian -- Heart of Gourmet Ghetto - 5 blocks to U.C./ Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is North Berkeley Victorian -- Heart of Gourmet Ghetto - 5 blocks to U.C./ Downtown located?

Located in North Berkeley, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of University of California, Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. Greek Theater and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory are also within 1 mile (2 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 10 minutes by foot and North Berkeley Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small studio but interesting and very comfortable. Lots of great restaurants near by for walking or a short drive. Owners were very pleasant and helpful. Our second stay and we really enjoyed the accommodations and neighborhood.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable studio in an excellent location. Quiet neighborhood; easy walking to restaurants; and kind hosts. Will absolutely use again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute studio, perfect for my quick getaway as a solo traveler. Easy waking distance to all the restaurants and shops in Gourmet Ghetto, Downtown Berkeley, BART, and Campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great cozy place near downtown Berkeley. There are plenty of shops and cafés nearby and it’s a close walk to campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Great amenities. Comfy bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space. Close to campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room was very nice-private clean cozy-everything we needed. The location was perfect. Shopping and nice restaurants are within walking distance and it is very close to UC Berkeley campus. We met the hosts who were very accommodating. They allowed us to check in early and made sure everything was good. They were also very easy to communicate with. Over all, it was a really great place for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Communication
Location, location, location! This comfortable unit is located steps away from great eats.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay

Enjoyed my short stay here, nice accommodations and great neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Vrbo was perfect for my needs. It’s like a studio with just the bed, bathroom, and two chairs. However, there is room to hang clothes in the closet too, plus a fridge, toaster, microwave, dishwasher, utensils, and glasses. The towel warmer is a nice touch and the bed is actually quite comfortable. I was worried about parking before I arrived, but the hosts allowed me to park on the street (using their resident pass) for a small additional cost for the week. There are some really cool books and artifacts in the room as well. It is super close to food options, coffee options, boba, and even Safeway. It is also close to the UC campus. There was a heat wave in Berkeley while I stayed, but the room remained cool and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location! Easy walking distance to Cal.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy place, great location!

The apartment has everything you need. It’s very comfortable and beautifully decorated. And the location can’t be beat — close to Berkeley and great restaurants. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect place to stay in Berkeley

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The room was very comfortable and attractive. The back yard is glorious. And the hosts are interesting and welcoming. I'd love to return next visit to Berkeley.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy studio

Warm and cozy studio, perfect for a few days in Berkeley.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great studio in fabulous location

We were in town to visit all the relatives. Location in heart of gourmet ghetto is awesome. Walked to Saul's delicatessen, Guerrilla coffee, andronico's market. Also this is a reader's studio. We loved browsing all the books. Thanks for great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place in Berkeley

We were at a conference in Berkeley and this VRBO place was a great spot. We were able to park for the duration and walk to downtown and the campus. There is also a great breakfast joint around the corner. The room was clean and charming with a kitchenette, a toilet in its own room and a bathroom. We plan to stay here again on our next trip to Berkeley.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a converted garage with garage window. There is a small window that lets in a bit of light, but there was a lady looking in at me so I had to close the blind. There was no place where you could sit and use a laptop or place even a single plate and eat. All surfaces were cluttered. I counted more than 60 wine glasses in the room. The driveway you see is 95% of the time occupied by an electric vehicle, which is often charging. You have to navigate with your suitcase in the greed area in the picture. The room was pretty clean, but there were some long black hairs on the towel. (I have gray hair.)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Communication fell way short

This is my second review. While everything I said in my first review is true -- cute apartment, great location -- the communication this trip was terrible. I never got any response to my request for early check in nor did I get a response to my pleas for a code to get in the apartment. I had to call less than 2 hours before check in. Moreover, the owner's spouse opened the door to the apartment Saturday afternoon when I was napping. It was apparently an accident and she muttered an apology but the owner was incredibly defensive when I messaged about my shock and dismay about the violation of my privacy. I will not be returning, despite the fact that I have plans to do so in May and the fact that they very generously had given me a bottle of wine for booking a second time through VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small, compact unit with all amenities for an extended stay. Great location; wonderful plantings and gardens!Lovely hosts. I would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place- amazing location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a sweet room in a beautiful historic home. Close to so much good food in the area and near enough to campus to get a decent walk in
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well designed and supplied for a studio apartment!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in North Berkeley

We had a wonderful stay in North Berkeley! It was exactly as described and conveniently located just off the main street of Gourmet Ghetto. The place was warmly decorated and very welcoming. The hosts were more than gracious about changing our check-in times since we arrived early in the morning and were available at all times if needed. We loved the short walks to grab coffee or lunch and the convenient distance to the University. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and definitely plan to visit family here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by James Hendry

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Why they chose this property

This lovingly restored Victorian with modern features can't be beat for location and charm.
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