Quiet Cottage on the Lane Close to SF, Parks, Redwoods, Zoo, BART and the Ferry!

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Oakland, CA

Jack London Square8 min drive
Oracle Arena9 min drive
RingCentral Coliseum10 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Our 850 sq. ft. cozy cottage is located on a one lane dead end street where there is no traffic and is very safe! It is peaceful and quiet save for our 11 chickens which roam the yard from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm. Located close to SF, the Montclair shopping district, Chabot Space Center, the Redwoods of Joaquin Miller Park, Oakland Zoo, any many other wonderful attractions (check out Canyon). The cottage is a cozy 850 sq. ft. There is WiFi and NO TV, a comfortable Queen Bed and a small work area if needed. The kitchen is hopefully equipped with everything you'll need and the pantry has misc. food items for your use. We live in the home right next door if anything additional is needed or if you have any questions regarding your stay. Recommendations are freely given! You'll enjoy your morning coffee on the deck as a peaceful way to start your day!

Property manager

Tom Branca

Premier Host

Amenities

Wide angle view of the space. Shows layout well but does exaggerates size.

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We have a Graco crib if needed and a folding cot.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Oakland

This cottage is located in Lincoln Highlands, a neighborhood in Oakland. Berkeley Marina and Ferry Building are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Arena, and consider making time for Oakland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

Oakland, CA

What's nearby

Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 5 min drive
Fox Theater - 6 min drive
Jack London Square - 8 min drive
Oracle Arena - 9 min drive
RingCentral Coliseum - 10 min drive

Getting around

Fruitvale Station - 5 min drive
Coliseum Station - 8 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Paulista Brazilian Kitchen and Taproom - 4 min drive
L'acajou Bakery & Cafe - 15 min walk
Bombera - 16 min walk
Peet's Coffee and Tea - 1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Cottage on the Lane Close to SF, Parks, Redwoods, Zoo, BART and the Ferry! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

1 May 2024

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

The best

Tom is a great host and we loved staying in the cabin. The chickens were amusing too.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirby E B.

15 March 2024

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

Cute place, beautiful neighborhood!

I stayed in Oakland for work, and wanted a day to just explore the city. I stayed at Tom's place and it was great. The house itself is very cute, and had all that i needed. I was able to get in and out of the house with ease, and the garden and the chickens on the property were a lovely part of the experience as well. The neighborhood is very nice, with absolutely stunning gardens! I walked to a nearby coffee shop (Mokha ~ *highly* recommend!) and had a delightful time looking at all of the plantings. The only issue was that sometimes the Uber/Lyft drivers really struggled to get out of the one way street that the house was on. But that is not anything to do with the house or the host. I would recommend this place for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V M.

9 February 2024

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

Comfortable Cottage

Comfortable and spacious cottage, perfect for us during our visit to family nearby. Quiet location. Comfortable bed. Well equipped kitchen. The owner was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean A.

3 October 2023

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

Spacious 1 bedroom cottage in Lincoln highlands.

Great location, very quiet, well equipped large kitchen and spacious living area

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom Branca

I first came to California after serving in Vietnam and being discharged at Treasure Island. as my ship was here on/off over the course of 4 years I came to really enjoy this part of the country. b decided to stay instead of heading back to the Bronx. Went to school and graduated UCBerkeley, then UC Davis and found a job teaching Horticulture at Merritt College. Many years later I'm retired and enjoying hosting folks as well as caring for my garden and chickens. Cooking everything we grow is also a passion of mine while trying to teach both my teenagers to enjoy a variety of foods.

Why they chose this property

This is a very quiet residential neighborhood. I was primarily drawn to the property because it had lots of room to garden as well as having a small cottage on site. Being on a dead end narrow lane also provides safety and security while posing a challenge for those who are intimidated by backing up! After a few tries everyone seems to be able to manage.

What makes this property unique

Safe, secure, hidden from the larger street as it looks like someone's driveway. Look out any window and you are not looking into someone else's house.