Peaceful backyard studio cottage. 5 min. to Ashby BART; free off street parking

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A garden with a variety of plants, including pink flowers and a statue.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a couch, a small table, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel table, and a microwave.
A bench under a tree in a garden with rocks and greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Telegraph Avenue

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • Place, Telegraph Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Berkeley
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom and living room (Studio cottage)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Oakland

Upper Telegraph, a neighbourhood in Oakland, is home to this cottage. Fox Theater and Ferry Building are notable landmarks, 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 Chase Center.
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Oakland, CA

What's nearby

  • Black Repertory Group - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Telegraph Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hardy Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 7 min drive
  • Ashby Station - 7 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Damask Rose - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lois The Pie Queen - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful backyard studio cottage. 5 min. to Ashby BART; free off street parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful backyard studio cottage. 5 min. to Ashby BART; free off street parking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful backyard studio cottage. 5 min. to Ashby BART; free off street parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful backyard studio cottage. 5 min. to Ashby BART; free off street parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful backyard studio cottage. 5 min. to Ashby BART; free off street parking located?

Located in Upper Telegraph, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from San Francisco Bay. University of California, Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km). Ashby Station is 7 minutes by foot and Rockridge Station is 26 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage in a beautiful setting that had everything we needed for our weekend getaway. The location was very good, the parking was easy and secure and the owner, Zoe, was very nice indeed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Thanks for the positive review, Kathleen. I'm always happy when my guests enjoyed their stay in the cottage. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful in a beautiful backyard setting.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for a solo stay in the East Bay! Zoe was a communicative and kind host, and her peaceful backyard cottage is in a great part of the neighborhood that is walking distance to the BART and bus lines. Would definitely stag again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Thank you for the positive review, Emma. I truly appreciate it! Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, beautiful garden, very nice hostess, convenient location, will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Thank you for the lovely review Debra. I enjoyed talking with you out in the driveway that evening and I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. Love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful stay! The space and amenities were perfect for my needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Hi Paul, I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are a perfect guest and I hope to see you again in the future. Be sure to check my calendar first if you need a place to stay in Oakland. Best wishes Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cottage on a beautifully manicured home in the Bushrod neighborhood in Oakland. Short walking distance to coffee and restaurants. The cottage itself was very clean and in the middle of a beautiful garden, with live trellises that give you the feel of privacy. The host was very communicative and helpful. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Sadie was an excellent guest whom I would welcome back in the future. Sadie, so glad you enjoyed your stay. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very cozy, clean and in a quiet area. The host was very responsive and respectful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2025
Thank you for the nice review, Deanna. You are welcome back in the future, so be sure to check my calendar if you return to the area. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Small clean ans quiet cottage with off street secore parking
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2025
Yes, secure off street parking is a plus for guests arriving in a car and I am happy to provide it. Thank you for your positive review and I hope to see you again in November. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good, and perfect localization
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Glad you liked it! Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a tranquil hide away in the middle of Berkeley, the option to beable to park behind a locked gate made us feel safe and secure. The bed was comfortable and this option took us away from the family to give us a breather fromAll of the festivity with family. I hope that we were just as excellent as the host. Thank you Zoe for your gem of a property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
And you were excellent guests. Thank you for choosing my cottage for your stay. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2025
Thank you, Steve and David. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was great! Well-equipped with everything we needed. Clean, comfortable, quiet. Would definitely stay again if we come back to the area and would recommend to others without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2025
I’m happy to hear your stay was comfortable and thank you for the positive review. If you’re in the area again, please check my calendar and hopefully it will be open for the days you would like to stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No a/c in the room. I'm from Houston so this was unexpected, but it was cool at night. Overall it was a great stay. Great location. Hard to find at night... google maps led to a different home. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Hi Krystin. What home did Google take you to? Regarding the AC: Most homes here do not have it as it rarely gets hot enough to justify the expense. We open windows and doors to cool down and pull shades down to keep out the sun. I hope you were not terribly overheated. Best Regards, Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place. It's a small efficiency one room apartment great for one or two people. The location is good and off street parking is a plus, also there is a laundromat around the corner. If there's anything negative for some people it might be that there is no TV and very little dry food storage space, ie no empty cabinet. But there is plenty of space for clothes and personal items, very efficient use of space. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet

Zoe’s cottage was the perfect spot for my work trip - quiet, with off-street parking and a lovely garden. The full kitchen and comfortable bed were highlights. Thank you, Zoe! Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
I would love to see you again. Please check my calendar first anytime you will be returning. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean and conveniently located by BART, surrounded by a backyard sanctuary. Zoe was able to meet a special request and was communicative and helpful. It was just what I needed for my quick trip to town and I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Hi Melissa, Thank you for your positive review. Reviews like yours are immensely helpful for future guests. It would be lovely to host you again so be sure to check my calendar if you are visiting the area in the future. Warmly, Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zoe is so kind and always quick to reply to any questions before booking through my stay. The cottage is super clean and everything worked perfectly! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Stay in Berkeley

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful neighborhood. Close to BART and quick access to the freeways. We will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2025
Ken and his wife were great guests whom I enjoyed meeting and talking with. I look forward to hosting them again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is a micro paradise. The place is surrounded by beautiful curated gardens… Flowers and aromas everywhere. The owner is extremely specific about what their expectations are, which after a while I realized was a serious , well-intentioneed act of caring and compassion. There’s not a lot of guest work. It’s nice. It’s very close to little shops, funky, restaurants, and close enough to the Bart line to get you anywhere. Including the airport. super chill environment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay, Stephen. I like your designation of my cottage as "a micro paradise."
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

convenient location and clean

Overall my family is happy about the stay. One suggestion, the three-in-one shower gel may need to be changed to suit different needs for the hair and for the body.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, especially quiet, clean cottage with cooking facilities surrounded by beautiful gardens. The host was kind and supportive. The bed was super comfortable. A radio is provided but I would have liked a small TV to keep up with the news.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Laurie was a great guest. She good care of the cottage during her stay. I recommend her to any future hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We met Zoe within minutes of our arrival. She was very welcoming and present on the property. Her little cottage was clean, compact and comfy….offered everything we needed! It is located in a very quiet residential neighborhood, and very well located for walking to just about anywhere we wanted or needed to go. We would definitely stay here again. Also, Zoe treated us with some homemade pumpkin bars she was making for Thanksgiving
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2025
Thank you Joyce for the positive review. I do hope you can rent the cottage again. You were a great guest and I very much appreciated how clean you left the cottage. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet

Sleeped like a baby on a high bed. shower was great pressure wise.easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Hoping your stay was comfortable and what you hoped for. Please check my calendar next time you visit. It was my pleasure to host you. Zoe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and lovely. Beautiful gardens, nice little deck for morning coffee. Comfortable bed, kitchen fully stocked and just all around a cute nice place. We were sad we couldn't stay the whole week because of medical happenings. We were unfamiliar with the area, so took us a few passes to find the correct gate/path, but that's on us! Thank you Zoe
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
I recommend Michelle and her husband to future hosts. They left the cottage in excellent condition. I hope they can visit me in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a peaceful little cottage/ADU! I really enjoyed my short time here. The place was clean, very quiet and contained everything I needed. The backyard where this unit is located is very leafy and green! And I really enjoyed having a pint and listening to musicians playing traditional Irish music at the Starry Plough just a few blocks away, as well as hanging out and having tacos at the vibrant La Leña cultural center. A really rest stay in a really great neighborhood (didn’t need a car coz the public transit in the area is so good). Really appreciated all the storage under the bed too which is often a problem in small short term rentals. Thank Zöe for making it so nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2025
Hi Greg, Thank you for your detailed review of the cottage. I'm sure it will encourage future guests to reserve some time here. It always pleases me greatly when a guest has such a positive experience. Zoe
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