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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Albany, CA
- Place, McLaughlin Eastshore State Park16 min walk
- Place, Albany State Marine Reserve16 min walk
- Place, Golden Gate Fields6 min drive
- Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
Cottage In Prime Location
Are you looking for a quiet, private and contemporary live/work place in a renowned town? Then this charming cottage is for you. Nestled in a #1 rated community, the cottage is ideal if you're relocating to the SF Bay Area and need someplace to land while you search for your permanent home. It is also great for traveling nurses, corporate relocation, international student housing or housing for academics visiting UC Berkeley, Cal State East Bay, UCSF or for anyone seeking an exceptional rental for 1 to 6 months.
According to WalkScore.com, the location is rated 92 and rated 99 on the bike 🚲 score. Albany is described as a "walker's paradise" and "very bikable." It is an easy commute to San Francisco via the BART train or car. Zip over the San Rafael bridge to beautiful Marin County to hike on Mt Tamalpais 🏔 and enjoy a picnic on one of the many ocean 🌊 beaches. Take the Carquinez Bridge to Napa’s renowned wine 🍷 country.
Space is as follows:
* Efficiency kitchen, including small fridge, toaster oven, microwave, two burner induction stovetop, coffee pot, shelving with dishes. White brick and sleek black stone counters complete the kitchen.
* The sleeping loft can be closed off from the kitchen/living room area with either sheer curtains and contains a high quality comfy queen size mattress.
* Fall asleep gazing at the warm flame electric fireplace.
* Beautiful heated Italian tile bathroom floors will keep you toasty during the winter months.
* Modern bathroom with rain shower and attractive oval shower pocket-door.
* Quiet patio that overlooks a small garden
* Great sunny exposure throughout the day
* Furnished with open shelving and storage for your luggage and other belongings
* Table ideal for eating and working.
* All-in-one washer/dryer included. No coins required.
* Includes Internet
* Street parking
* Cottage is ideal 1 or 2 people
* 350 sq ft
* Additional guests and animals will be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact landlord.
This is a GREAT place for you if:
* You need easy access to Bart, San Francisco, downtown Oakland, UC Berkeley or a Google bus stop.
* You're visiting for work or fun and need a short-term furnished place with everything included
* You love biking! and are looking for easy access to numerous bike trails ie Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley Marina , Centennial Trails
* You enjoy eating out at top rated restaurants. There are tons within a few minutes walk.
* You are looking for a private quiet place where you can live and do computer work.
* You love parking your car and walking to restaurants, cafes, the Movie theater, etc.
Please note the following:
* Bed loft is 18” above the floor. A step-stool and hand rail are provided for your convenience.
* Parties are not allowed. The cottage is in a quiet residential area and is nestled in the back of a single family home.
* For fire safety and to prevent lingering orders for the guests following your stay, smoking is NOT allowed on or near the premises.
For traveling health professionals :
Cottage is close to the following hospitals:
* Alta Bates, Sutter East Bay, Highland, Kaiser Oakland, Summit Hospital, San Leandro, Alameda . Over the Bay Bridge is UCSF Hospital
For traveling professors :
Cottage is close to the following univerisites and colleges:
* UC Berkeley, CSEB, Peralta Community Colleges, Contra Costa College, Mills College, Over the Bay Bridge is UCSF, SF State. Over the Richmond/San Rafael bridge is the College of Marin.
According to WalkScore.com, the location is rated 92 and rated 99 on the bike 🚲 score. Albany is described as a "walker's paradise" and "very bikable." It is an easy commute to San Francisco via the BART train or car. Zip over the San Rafael bridge to beautiful Marin County to hike on Mt Tamalpais 🏔 and enjoy a picnic on one of the many ocean 🌊 beaches. Take the Carquinez Bridge to Napa’s renowned wine 🍷 country.
Space is as follows:
* Efficiency kitchen, including small fridge, toaster oven, microwave, two burner induction stovetop, coffee pot, shelving with dishes. White brick and sleek black stone counters complete the kitchen.
* The sleeping loft can be closed off from the kitchen/living room area with either sheer curtains and contains a high quality comfy queen size mattress.
* Fall asleep gazing at the warm flame electric fireplace.
* Beautiful heated Italian tile bathroom floors will keep you toasty during the winter months.
* Modern bathroom with rain shower and attractive oval shower pocket-door.
* Quiet patio that overlooks a small garden
* Great sunny exposure throughout the day
* Furnished with open shelving and storage for your luggage and other belongings
* Table ideal for eating and working.
* All-in-one washer/dryer included. No coins required.
* Includes Internet
* Street parking
* Cottage is ideal 1 or 2 people
* 350 sq ft
* Additional guests and animals will be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact landlord.
This is a GREAT place for you if:
* You need easy access to Bart, San Francisco, downtown Oakland, UC Berkeley or a Google bus stop.
* You're visiting for work or fun and need a short-term furnished place with everything included
* You love biking! and are looking for easy access to numerous bike trails ie Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley Marina , Centennial Trails
* You enjoy eating out at top rated restaurants. There are tons within a few minutes walk.
* You are looking for a private quiet place where you can live and do computer work.
* You love parking your car and walking to restaurants, cafes, the Movie theater, etc.
Please note the following:
* Bed loft is 18” above the floor. A step-stool and hand rail are provided for your convenience.
* Parties are not allowed. The cottage is in a quiet residential area and is nestled in the back of a single family home.
* For fire safety and to prevent lingering orders for the guests following your stay, smoking is NOT allowed on or near the premises.
For traveling health professionals :
Cottage is close to the following hospitals:
* Alta Bates, Sutter East Bay, Highland, Kaiser Oakland, Summit Hospital, San Leandro, Alameda . Over the Bay Bridge is UCSF Hospital
For traveling professors :
Cottage is close to the following univerisites and colleges:
* UC Berkeley, CSEB, Peralta Community Colleges, Contra Costa College, Mills College, Over the Bay Bridge is UCSF, SF State. Over the Richmond/San Rafael bridge is the College of Marin.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted on the premises.
Important information
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Berkeley
Located in Albany, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Presidio of San Francisco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center.
Albany, CA
What's nearby
- McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Albany State Marine Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Donkey and Goat - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Indian Rock Park - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
- Golden Gate Fields - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 11 min walk
- Peet's Coffee - 10 min walk
- Kitava - 5 min walk
- California Fish Grill - 11 min walk
- Oori Rice Triangles - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
31 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Nancy M.
26 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage for long weekend
Nancy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
6/10 Okay
Fran N.
27 August 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Bed & couch were uncomfortable had a problem with cooking, & bad wifi very slow.
Fran N.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
donald j.
4 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was clean
donald j.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Monica M.
31 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute perfection
Monica M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Phoebe T.
16 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful
Phoebe T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed twice in a row!
Susan H.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
27 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returning next week!
Susan H.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura V.
7 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy retreat
Laura V.
Stayed 24 nights in Apr 2020
10/10 Excellent
Alan F.
25 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy Cottage, Great Location
Alan F.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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