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Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood.

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A two-story house with a gabled roof, dormer windows, and a visible front door.
A modern kitchen with white appliances, a stainless steel range hood, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a chandelier, and a door leading to another room.
A room with a high ceiling, a large window, a fireplace, two armchairs, a small table, and a framed map on the wall.
A house with a covered porch, a dining area, and a bedroom visible through an open door.

Reviews

10 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 Telegraph Avenue
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood.

Lovingly designed and built, with peaked ceilings, gas fireplace, radiant heat floors and wooden windows. Private patio area. Bedroom #1 with queen size bed. Bedroom #2/den has couch that converts to full-size bed. Day bed in living room has twin mattress. Full size appliances, fully equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer in cottage.

Walking distance to College Avenue shops and restaurants, UC Berkeley and BART. Parking space available, but many people come without a car. Elmwood neighborhood has a library, bank, movie theater, 2 bookstores and many great restaurants and shops. Great location for visiting Berkeley, or as a base for exploring San Francisco and northern California.



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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

With prior approval

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking on property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items

I am usually around when you leave, so ok to leave cottage unlocked with keys inside. I appreciate knowing the approximate time you are leaving, and getting a text when you are out.

If you are uncertain about what items can be recycled, please leave them in the metal bins in the kitchen. I'm happy to sort them out.

Have a good trip home!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Please let me know who is coming so I know how to arrange beds. I don't make up the fold-out bed unless it is requested.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 20180099
Property # 758790vb
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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Berkeley

Elmwood, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this cottage. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center 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. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Berkeley, CA

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Rockridge Station - 16 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Baker & Commons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪5 Tacos & Beers - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. located?

Located in Elmwood, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and University of California, Berkeley. Telegraph Avenue and Memorial Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km). Rockridge Station is 16 minutes by foot and Ashby Station is 20 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. 183 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice & smooth stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patty’s place was great. Quiet and clean in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was cozy and quiet. Patty is a wonderful host. Will definitely book again on my next trip to Berkeley.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, eclectic cottage sits behind owner’s home. It was well stocked with all essentials. Walking distance to College Street shops. Perfect place for us to stay while we visited family nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint, clean and well located vrbo. It had nice kitchen and laundry facilities and the cottage is updated and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good. Would stay again without a doubt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage and wonderful host.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and excellent accommodation. This is our second time at this property and look forward to stating again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was quiet and walkable to all amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful location, great space and fantastic host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Patty is an excellent host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great value in South Berkeley. It’s in a quiet neighborhood with lots of restaurants/grocery stores nearby. It’s a 15 min walk to the BART and the owner was helpful but let us have privacy too!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Great host, great cottage, great location. We have stayed here several times and look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage in amazing location. Super comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great neighborhood location !

Great quiet location and very convenient!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Very charming, great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Elmwood

Lovely cottage; private and quiet. Excellent location for shops and walking.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Cute cottage, great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great property

This cottage was in a perfect location and the hostess was so welcoming and wonderful to work with!
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We liked a lot.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice responsive host, kitchen had everything we needed. There were issues with the heating, but the host did bring us a space heater to help. Some furniture was old and stained. And there were some clutter in the patio area… But also lots of plants, and our dog was welcome, and liked the patio area. Overall, a comfortable place in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My son and I stayed here while we shopped to move him into his new place. It was very private, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again. Very walkable and College Avenue has lots of food choices. So much fun to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Clean and as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Patty’s immaculate cottage. The neighborhood is beautiful and serene and the cottage itself provided everything we needed. Our host couldn’t have been more accommodating and friendly and we had several enjoyable and informative conversations with her.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Patty Reidenbach

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Recently retired L&D RN. Born in San Francisco and raised in Berkeley (next door to this location). Two sets of my great-great-grandparents came in the gold rush, and I help preserve my great-parents house, which is an Oakland landmark.

Why they chose this property

Berkeley combines a world-class university, a lively history of social change, great beauty, a temperate climate, restaurants of every kind and and a wide selection of cultural events. It spoiled me for living anywhere else ( though I did try).

What makes this property unique

I built this cottage with myself in mind, and I plan to live there when I'm older. I made sure it felt spacious despite its small size, and had lots of interesting details.

Languages:

English

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