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Chic 4 rm 1 bed retreat, No Berkeley area, WiFi, private deck, near UC, nature,

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Beach
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom47 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Kensington, CA
  • Place, Blake Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Indian Rock Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tilden Regional Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Berkeley

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Berkeley, within a 15-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and University of California, Berkeley. .This apartment is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Jack London Square and 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Moscone Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • Blake Garden - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Indian Rock Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tilden Regional Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Oracle Park - 25 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Pier 39 - 28 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 3 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Apple's Restaurant & Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Semifreddi's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sakana Sushi & Roll - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Talavera - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Schmidt's Pub - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Chic 4 rm 1 bed retreat, No Berkeley area, WiFi, private deck, near UC, nature,

Enjoy a peaceful stay at this delightful 1-bedroom apartment 2.5 blocks from Kensington farmer's market, ten minutes drive to beach, hikes, bike, bus to UC campus, walk bike to restaurants, shops. The cozy living room with a sofa bed offers additional space for guests to relax. With amenities like WiFi, electric fireplace, jetted tub, private outdoor deck with table, chairs, umbrella, two story windows and double sliding doors that flood the living space with sunshine and views of hummingbirds, peeks of the SF Bay and downtown, separate kitchen with freezer, ovens, rice cooker, coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher, workspace, flatscreen TV, free parking, close to three BART stations, and more, you'll feel right at home. Lockbox allows you to arrive on your schedule. Make your holiday or work trip one for the books with a stay at our place.
***Discount for long stays
**** The entry includes a sloping driveway, exterior steps w railing and lights, a flat paver path, a single step up to entry. Interior has one step between living area and kitchen, one step between kitchen and bathroom.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 500 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Check out is 11am - if you have time it would be very much appreciated if you let me know when you are on your way out/have left, so I may begin cleaning. If you want to stay later ask, I'll try

Nothing special needs be done by you, other than locking up and returning the key to the lockbox.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Chic 4 rm 1 bed retreat, No Berkeley area, WiFi, private deck, near UC, nature, Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe W., San Francisco

Responsive communication
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chom G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay. Delightful apartment, clean, sweet and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely stay in a beautiful neighborhood. The host was very accommodating and communicative which was greatly appreciated. The garden at the house is absolutely gorgeous, and the interior is well appointed. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent vacation rental

The place is neat, homey, private, secure and very comfortable. The host is very gracious and considerate and that gives the rental an air of familiarity that can never be found in a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location !

Cute place for two ! Nice patio, and awesome location in the hills . I would highly recommend this cute apartment and will stay again on my next visit to the area .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P., Bethesda MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved my stay in yr home

Alix has a beautiful home on a quiet , dead end street. Very comfortable for one or two people. Has a lovely deck overlooking private back yard. Hope to return there again. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right!

Quiet, clean, decorated tastefully in fun colors. We enjoyed our short stay at Alix's place, and will look forward to going back in the future. Her friendly communication made us feel welcome and free to ask her about anything we needed. Everything was clean as a whistle, and we appreciated the quiet neighborhood vibes which included an occasional chicken cackle, as well as a distance train whistle. Very nice for a first visit to the Berkeley area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne D., Ten Mile, TN USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and practical

This is a lovely lower level apartment situated above Kensington Circus. The host is very helpful and responsive. The layout provides plenty of privacy and is ideal for an extended stay, including working remotely. I loved the patio and beautiful light in the space! The apartment has a very functional and well-equipped kitchen, nice full bath, and comfortable bed, too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Apartment w Deck

Lovely apartment. Great kitchen!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice and quiet

i had a wonderful time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin D., Bozeman, Montana, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Secluded apartment

This property had a nice secluded entrance at the back of the property down the stairs and behind a gate. The back yard was beautiful, and the apartment got plenty of natural light in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liora B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting

Alix was an excellent hostess. Beautiful garden, ideal for meals outside. Cozy and comfortable. Beautiful area. We stayed for 17 days and really enjoyed it!
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

maggie h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to rest your head between sight seeing!

Was a great stay! Ali’s was very communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vonda R., Sacramento US

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful quiet neighborhood

I stayed with 3 of my nieces (7,12 and 13) for 2 nights while we visited Point Reyes during the day. It was the perfect place to crash after I wore them out daily at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Marchant Ct

Staying at this home in Kensington is great if you need to be in the East Bay and you have a car to get around. Parking and driving to the home tucked in the hills was easy once you arrive and directions were clear to follow. You will need to walk up and down a driveway with a pitch, but we had no issues coming and going. Even though you are in a basement unit it is a separate living space. In fact, we did not see the owner nor noticed any noise in the 8 days my son and I stayed there. Windows and the temperate weather in the East bay make for pleasant stay. Fans and space heaters are available if needed. Good stocked kitchen allows for meal prep so you don’t have to eat out all the time. The couch folds out for another bed- my 10 yr old son slept there fine. Recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness

private, quiet, peaceful!

Love this space and hope it’s available next time family visits. Very clean, charming, secluded luxury. THANK YOU
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful getaway spot

Host made our stay very comfortable not only with the lodging but by answering questions and guiding us to local points of interest.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kahlila K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely 2 day stay

My kids and I had a lovely 2 day stay at Alix's Kensington home. It was clean, bright, lovely, and quiet. I took the beautiful bedroom and my kids slept on the pullout sofa. I loved the color scheme and the beautiful tiles. The deck is sweet as well and we planned to eat every meal out there but the bay area was very chilly when we were there but it would the perfect place to eat. Thanks Alix!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, convenient, and enjoyable

My son and I stayed here for a week and loved it. The property is tucked away and quiet, yet convenient to traveling throughout the east bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janiece C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place. Comfortable, good location. Very clean and fully stocked . Highly recommend.

Great place!!😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie L., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Work and play

Kensington is a great base for both (remote) work and access to Bay Area attractions. The unit is compact and nicely done. In the living/dining area, the high ceiling, many windows, and direct access to a big sunny deck make the space feel much larger than it is. The deck is particularly pleasant, surrounded by trees and a half-wild garden. The birds and the sunset over Golden Gate, viewed from the street above, will give you a show every day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat

This property is light and comfortable and well laid-out. A full kitchen, a deep soaking tub/jacuzzi with a strong shower, a comfortable double bed, and an open living area with sliding doors out onto a private deck. This is a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

sunfilled and private

Only positive comments on this lovely, well provisioned apartment. The private deck is sunny, the apartment is airy and the kitchen is easy to cook in. I spent two weeks here and loved the neighborhood with two local small grocers, a delicious pizza restaurant, bakery and a very short ride, or lovely walk, to a main drag with everything you would want. I hope to be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another lovely stay

This was the 2nd time my son stayed here. I live locally but would consider using this quiet, peaceful, very attractive space for a retreat for myself!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Oasis

My son enjoyed a restful stay over Thanksgiving. He’s from LA and was so happy to relax in this special spot. The host is excellent and very friendly. Checked in periodically to see about any needs. This is a real gem!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020