10/10 Excellent
Sydney B.
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfectly peaceful retreat
Sydney B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Entire home
At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Oakland, CA
- University of California, Berkeley6 min drive
- Greek Theater8 min drive
- Jack London Square9 min drive
- Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)17 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.
The Merriewood Retreat invites an idyllic respite in the hills, offering convenience of location as well as quiet in a place of beauty for work or a well-earned staycation.
Although there is no TV, the environment is set up for reading, relaxing in and out, as well as for working
*Dedicated WIFI
*Strong phone/internet connection
Sit at a desk, on a sofa, or even outdoors
Enjoy the spacious patio garden with ample seating in sun or shade.
It's just a Quick Drive to neighboring towns, BART transport, regional parks, and hiking trails
Near by Montclair Village has groceries, various int'l cuisine, take-outs, coffee shops, books and boutiques, banks, and a spacious park for picnics and kids' play.
PLEASE NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY
DOGS WELCOME! 2 max please or check with host
This SECURE garden is great for dogs to explore and get some extra stretching. Take your pups on a tree-filled walk, circling you back home in 15 minutes.
King size, Sleep Number bed
Kitchenette with cooktop, hot water pot, microwave, frig, hot-water sink
Cooking supplies include pot and frypan, Dishes. Cutlery. Wine and water glasses
Coffee. Teas.
Attached bath, walk-in shower with soaps
Hair dryer and forgotten amenities
Closet, dresser drawers
Ironing board, iron
Full-length mirror
Sofa seating
Keys available on arrival.
Come and go independently through the
well-lighted, private driveway
No stairs
No hourly restrictions
Life in our neck of the woods is both pet and people-friendly.
Family, friends are welcome as day guests
Although there is no TV, the environment is set up for reading, relaxing in and out, as well as for working
*Dedicated WIFI
*Strong phone/internet connection
Sit at a desk, on a sofa, or even outdoors
Enjoy the spacious patio garden with ample seating in sun or shade.
It's just a Quick Drive to neighboring towns, BART transport, regional parks, and hiking trails
Near by Montclair Village has groceries, various int'l cuisine, take-outs, coffee shops, books and boutiques, banks, and a spacious park for picnics and kids' play.
PLEASE NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY
DOGS WELCOME! 2 max please or check with host
This SECURE garden is great for dogs to explore and get some extra stretching. Take your pups on a tree-filled walk, circling you back home in 15 minutes.
King size, Sleep Number bed
Kitchenette with cooktop, hot water pot, microwave, frig, hot-water sink
Cooking supplies include pot and frypan, Dishes. Cutlery. Wine and water glasses
Coffee. Teas.
Attached bath, walk-in shower with soaps
Hair dryer and forgotten amenities
Closet, dresser drawers
Ironing board, iron
Full-length mirror
Sofa seating
Keys available on arrival.
Come and go independently through the
well-lighted, private driveway
No stairs
No hourly restrictions
Life in our neck of the woods is both pet and people-friendly.
Family, friends are welcome as day guests
Property manager
Marilyn Joy
Languages
English, Spanish
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Coffee grounds can be turned into the garden box or into the garbage bag.
DO NOT PUT ANY FOOD IN THE SINK
Please leave the door ajar when you are leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
Merriewood, a neighbourhood in Oakland, is home to this holiday home. Greek Theater and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art 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 Oakland Arena or Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking and cycling.
Oakland, CA
What's nearby
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
- University of California, Berkeley - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Fox Theater - 7 min drive - 10.0 km
- Greek Theater - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Jack London Square - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Panda Express - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- Fournée Bakery - 5 min drive
- Claremont Lobby Lounge & Bar - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Marilyn Joy
Where I'm from? Hmmm. Born in Hawaii. Lived in India K-12 and studied international relations at SF State.
Peace Corps (Thailand) and DC
MSc in counseling and made a career in the Bay Area.
Lived in Oakland 50 years, although Rich and I enjoyed a 5 year 'away job ' in Bangladesh not too long ago.
Peace Corps (Thailand) and DC
MSc in counseling and made a career in the Bay Area.
Lived in Oakland 50 years, although Rich and I enjoyed a 5 year 'away job ' in Bangladesh not too long ago.
Why they chose this property
We can walk in quiet beauty. We share the forested streets with dogs, cats, and 3 goats. Occasionally turkeys or a coyote will meander through. Our neighbors are the best!
All so friendly, and caring of one another.
All so friendly, and caring of one another.
What makes this property unique
The Merriewood Retreat is on a unique piece of property. Hidden in a large garden, away from the street and the city busyness, it is level and easily accessible, with a great sense of spacious beauty surrounding you.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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