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Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape

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Property grounds
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with curtains, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a small table with a lamp.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, chairs, and a dining table.
A bathroom with a sink, faucet, and various toiletries on the counter.
Exterior detail

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Historic Berkeley
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA
  • Place, Historic Berkeley
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape

Welcome to our beloved Hidden Garden Retreat in Poets Corner, Berkeley!
 
Escape to this light-filled, artistically curated home nestled in a private garden patio setting in the heart of Berkeley. With soaring beam living room ceilings, kitchen skylights, radiant heated floors, and a chef's kitchen. This place that feels like home!

Three comfortable queen bedrooms, sleeps up to 5 guests
Prep meals in the light-filled, fully equipped chef's kitchen
Private garden patio seating

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If possible, we always appreciate when guests: a. Place all used linens, towels, etc., in or beside the hamper next to the locked closet in the hall. b. Wash all dishes in the dishwasher.
C. On Wednesday please put 4 large trash, recycling & compost bins, located just inside of the property entry gate, out for city pick up, in street, wheels against curb. d. Close all open windows.
E. Turn off all lights and fans in all rooms. f. Leave the place tidy. g. Lock the door when you leave. Thank you taking care of these items.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
100% No smoking/vaping, no pets, no parties or events of any kind in our home or around our property.
Please consider neighbors.
Go through the front gate, through the middle gate. Continue to the back of the back of property where my home is separated from front space.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 972461vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Berkeley

Southwest Berkeley, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this holiday home. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and Oakland Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park, or consider SF Masonic Auditorium for a night out. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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Berkeley, CA

What's nearby

  • Historic Berkeley - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Gourmet Ghetto - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 4 min drive
  • North Berkeley Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tanzie’s - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rose La Moon - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Mission - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Missouri Lounge - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape located?

Located in Southwest Berkeley, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from University of California, Berkeley and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from San Francisco Bay. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). North Berkeley Station is 18 minutes by foot and Downtown Berkeley Station is 25 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. 61 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and great location. The courtyard was lovely for eating dinner and drinking tea in the morning. Great communication from the host. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and garden are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hideaway in Berkeley. The courtyard was special and private. It was a perfect place to spend a long weekend with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was great. Quaint and accommodating with a beautiful courtyard that was fantastic for sitting out on sunny days. Host, Dugger, was great. He was communicative and very accommodating. Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s always a pleasure to stay in Dugger’s place. It’s well equipped and the garden is a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay. The home is comfortable and Duggar is a great host.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Dream guests, I recommend them to all hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in a cute residential neighborhood. Street parking was never a problem. Peaceful closed front garden with butterflies and birds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Wonderful stay

Cute house, great hosts, great neighborhood in a lovely town. Our family had a wonderful experience at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hallie M.

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

Comfortable house with great host!

Dugger’s house was super comfortable and clean and Dugger was helpful and flexible with our family’s needs. Will book again if back in Berkeley!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel F.

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

Very hospitable

Very warm and helpful host. House was great with a cute courtyard. Neighborhood was walkable. Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

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

Family reunion

Great property and location. Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Retreat

Perfect little home for our family with a beautiful courtyard and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Great communication and perfect location

Loved this rental. Quiet, clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. We hope to stay here again in the future. Perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Nice house with a nice patio/garden for relaxing

We had a great stay at this nice house with a nice patio/garden for relaxing, and we really liked meeting and chatting with Dugger too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Very pleased to know my guests enjoyed their stay, I enjoyed meeting and talking with them when they arrived. I welcome them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Great location

Listing was accurate. Great communication from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

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

Great spot

Responsive hosts, convenient location, very clean, well-appointed, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. Nice garden to sit in. Only one step up to get inside and no steps inside which was important for my elderly relative. (Just note for less mobile folks the shower is in a full tub so they may need help to navigate).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom B.

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

Another great stay

This is our third stay in Dugger's lovely home. The garden was even more beautiful than last time, and everything went very smoothly. Easy on street parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wesley K.

Great house.

Duggar met us there and showed us around the house. It made us feel like we were at a friend's house. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at my home. My goal as a host is to make guests feel welcomed and comfortable. I am happy to hear that I was able to do that for your family. I welcome all feedback to ensure that my home has all the amenities guests need to make their stay wonderful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rory R.

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

ASU - Cal Game

Great time. Cool, kitschy and relaxing space. Close to Cal campus and some decent restaurants. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Charming home in great location

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely, well-equipped home. Beautiful garden is a huge bonus. Set back from the street, the house is quiet and private. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dugger, the owner, is warm and inviting. We loved Dugger's house, it was charming, perfectly located and very pleasant. There has a lot parking in front of the house. It's a great place to call home while in Berkeley
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Perfect Bay Area Oasis

Clean, spacious home with really nice outdoor patio space, in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to several cute breakfast stops and close to Bart and grocery store options. This was the perfect place for my family’s five-night stay in the Bay Area to use as a quiet home base while being able to get to San Francisco and other areas easily. Hosts are very communicative and helpful. We loved everything about this property and our stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Quiet oasis in Berkeley

This is a perfect house on a quiet street in Berkeley, within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Charming, comfortable and restful accommodations. Bright with skylit rooms. Dugger was a wonderfully gracious host, willing to be flexible when our flight delays altered our arrival. We hope to rent this house again on return trips to Berkeley!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Kristen and her family were wonderful guests. Timely and accurate communication from begininning to end and left my home clean and tidy. I highly recommend Kristen and her family to all hosts. I welcome Kristen and her family as my guests anytime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

cindee h.

Light and bright, comfortable and clean.

My gracious host met me upon arrival to show me around the clean and comfortable house. He was very kind and welcoming. Kitchen is particularly beautiful. Beds were extremely comfortable and the residential area was quiet and safe. 10 minute walk to restaurants and shops on Shattuck. Lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Cindee is delightful! She corresponded her timing and the purpose of her trip, treated my place so nicely, and she is warm and kind. The entire process was smooth throughout. I hope to have the opportunity to host Cindee again. Any host would be lucky to have Cindee as a guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Fabulous

This is the best vacation rental I have ever stayed in. The pictures are accurate, the property is lovely , and Dugger is an ideal host. Dugger was communicative, responsive and kind. I stayed there with an infant and young child and the home was well suited to all family members. When my older kid lost a favorite toy, Dugger was kind enough to search for it thoroughly. All in all, this made for a great jumping off point for a Berkeley family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dugger Shore

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Our family has lived in Berkeley for many years and love all the local gourmet dining, temperate weather and fabulous outdoors. We love traveling ourselves and we know how important it is to have a clean, beautiful space with comfortable beds and chef's kitchen. We have incorporated all the amenities we would want when we travel so that we can enjoy our vacation. We hope that you will enjoy all the small touches we have made to our space to make it welcoming and comfortable.

Why they chose this property

Centrally located in Berkeley. Easy access to public transport and freeways. Close proximity to UC Berkeley. Walkable. Residential neighborhood with plenty of street parking in beloved Poet’s Corner neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

Unique garden patio with barbecue grill. Well set back from the main street. Quiet and relaxing. Radiant floor heating, well insulated space.

Languages:

English

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