Sitting on the dock on the Bay

4.2

Excellent(45 Reviews)

Apartment in Alameda, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this apartment rental

Waterside apartment in a Boating Community. Private entrance. 4 miles across the bay front downtown San Francisco.
Alameda is a charming island town filled with old Victorian summer homes. Large sunny beach. Windsurfing, Kite-boarding, Sailing, Sun Bathing. The town has many local pubs and restaurants.
The apartment unit has a floating dock in front of a large outside deck. It's a great place to to BBQ or just sitting on our dock enjoying San Francisco Bay, the one-bedroom unit has an attached bath and shower and a small side room with a small refrigerator, toaster, coffer maker some other amenities. The bed room can accommodate two people in the comfortable queen-size bed.
There is a large outside deck overlooking our boat dock. There seems to be a constant parade of kayaks, paddle-boarders, and boater passing up the canal.
A pleasant 20-minute ferry ride from Alameda will take you to the Ferry Building in down town San Francisco. Alameda's South Shore Beach, just a 10-minute walk, is a great place to sun bath or take lesson for Kite-boarding.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Map of Alameda, CA

Nearby attractions

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4.2

Excellent(45 Reviews)

Apartment in Alameda, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Map of Alameda, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

4.2

Excellent(45 Reviews)

5.0

Apr 2023

This was such a relaxing place to stay. You have your own dock with many items to use not just a bbq. We spoke with Gary a few times. Once was regarding the bathroom fan, he was very empathetic and responsive. Lisa, we only got a chance to say hi in passing. We didn’t get to spend much time here… wish we did. For our first VRBO type stay, it was a huge success. Thank you Gary and Lisa for having us.

4.0

Feb 2023

Property is in a quiet neighborhood. Perfectly located on the water within walking distance of trails and parks. Also convenient for trips into Oakland and San Francisco.

5.0

Jan 2023

Convenient location, comfortable bed, they even make us a delicious cake ! Thank you for welcoming us in your home.

5.0

Dec 2022

Visiting a customer nearby. Quiet neighborhood and lots of restaurants in short driving distance. Hosts are very nice and quiet.

2.0

Nov 2022

As soon as we got there, we tried to heat up our food in the microwave and the breaker goes. This happened throughout our stay. At one point we were without power to our fridge bathroom and TV. He finally got an electrion to come out on Friday, the day we were leaving. Was not a fun time.

4.0

Sep 2022

Bedroom is in a condo, but has its own entrance. Table and chairs on deck is shared with owner. Owner very nice! Room needs a bit of a cleaning - shower somewhat moldy. Cobwebs on the walls. Water, coffee maker, snacks included - nice touch. "Kitchenette" is actually in a closet - kinda strange. Perfect location in Alameda.

3.0

Sep 2022

The location was very nice but the room was VERY hot and the mobile air conditioner was not functional. Be aware that this is a room in a house with a separate entrance but you do share walls with the owners. There were plenty of towels and bottles of water along with a few snacks which was nice. But the used bottles of shampoo/body wash in the shower kind of grossed me out. Also, the tv was older and not a smart tv so there were few channels and not great reception.

4.0

Jul 2022

Very nice

Very nice

Our room was very nice. You can’t really prepare food there but they have converted a closet into a small kitchenette with a refrigerator microwave and coffee maker. If you are just going to sleep there it is perfect. It is attached to their living quarters so you can hear them which means they can hear you. Beautiful setting right on the bay. Would definitely stay there again.

4.0

Jul 2022

Peaceful bayside retreat

Peaceful bayside retreat

Tranquility of sitting outdoors viewing the marina channel and the bay very pleasurable. Owner did not respond to my request for specific information. The room could use maintenance and upgrades: •Kitchenette/closet area needed dusting and lacked dishwashing liquid. •Tub/shower faucet needs to be loosened. Very difficult to turn on. •Walls are very thin. I could hear snoring at night. Their cooking smelled good, though--waffles in the morning and curry at night. Share some with guest? :) :)

5.0

Jul 2022

Honeymoon

Honeymoon

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed visiting San Francisco but staying outside of it for sleep! Bed was comfortable though be careful not to stub your toe! Water gets very hot fast.

4.0

Jun 2022

Short stay.

Short stay.

This small space worked ideal for the purpose of our visit. Located near friends and we needed it only to sleep. Virtually no sounds proofing, yet comfortable. We would stay here again.

5.0

Jun 2022

Great location, comfortable room.

Great location, comfortable room.

Easy booking and good communication with the owners.

5.0

Jun 2022

Cozy & Quaint

Cozy & Quaint

We spent two nights here and slept great. We were active during the day and just need to sleep. All that you need for a relaxing evening and night. Very well kept and clean.

5.0

May 2022

Peaceful place

Peaceful place

Had a great visit! Worked perfect for us!! Would definitely stay here again!

3.0

Apr 2022

Not a great space

Not a great space

I booked this space almost a year ago. I’ve learned a lot since then. This is a bedroom in a house with an exterior door. If you need a comfortable bed and little more, it may work for you. The deck over the canal offers gorgeous seating outside. Inside there are lots of deferred maintenance issues, such as hard to start faucets, bathroom fan that took 5 minutes to start and then sounded like it was about to fall out of the ceiling. The bathroom light would randomly turn off. The walls are paper thin, and offer little privacy. You can hear snoring and arguments and I’m sure they can hear everything that we said. The hair dryer was dirty,

5.0

Feb 2022

Charming apt with everything you need provided. Enjoyed the views from the dock and deck. Took several pictures of San Francisco across the bay. Loved it and will be returning again the next time we visit our daughter in Alameda

5.0

Jan 2022

nice location

nice location

2.0

Dec 2021

Marginal.

Marginal.

Owner didn’t know I was coming Unprepared Marginal accommodation

4.0

Nov 2021

GREAT LITTLE PLACE FOR ONE (2 if your confortable in relative small places.) this could be easily be

GREAT LITTLE PLACE FOR ONE (2 if your confortable in relative small places.) this could be easily be

GREAT LITTLE PLACE FOR ONE (2 if you are comfortable in relatively small places.) this could easily be a 5 star if it had immediately outside the sliding door (which is your only door to enter unit) a table and good size seat to be comfortable with a small crank out awning so the sun glare would not affect the computer screen you need to work on to change flights etc. price is half the price of a hotel price so YES, I will stay there again. bathroom fixtures are new and tight so tight we thought we would break the faucet if we pulled any harder to activate the faucet. A sign should be posted as we went without shover and sink the first night it was so tight. we did not want to damage fixtures. Found parking easily most nights and it is very nice and quiet.

5.0

Sep 2021

Amazing for fellow water lovers

Amazing for fellow water lovers

Gary & Lisa were great hosts! The room was perfect for the two of us! Right on the water, very peaceful and close enough to town we could walk everywhere we wanted to go. They were extremely kind & even let us borrow their kayaks to explore the bay & Marina area. We LOVED it and will be back forsure! Thank you!

5.0

Aug 2021

Nice stay

Nice stay

Nice location.? Clean place

4.0

Jul 2021

Great location

Great location

Parking and access are very good in a quiet neighborhood. Bed was very comfortable and enjoyed Keurig coffee , and lots of it, each morning on semi private area on there dock. The room was a little tight for a 5 day stay. The faucets were very hard to turn on and off, the bath room fan groaned loudly or did not works at all. The fluorescent light in the bathroom had one bulb burned out and the other one to flickered all the time.

3.0

Jul 2021

Great price for the space

Great price for the space

It’s their home and you stay in it

1.5

Jul 2021

Everything was fine! Great location to get around. Nice clean room, loved to walk to the end over the road and look out at the water. Watch your step sign needs to be put up when going thru the main door, i tripped. The bed was not so hot and the bathroom needs some updating. My husband had to turn the shower on for me, because I couldn't pull it out, he even had a hard time turning it on same with the sink. The shower head is too low didn't even get my head wet same with husband, you only got wet mid chest down.

3.0

Jul 2021

Beautiful location..

Beautiful location..

5.0

Jun 2021

Great stay!

Great stay!

This property is in a great location for access to beach, walking trails, and restaurants/bars. Gary is very nice and had kayaks available, coffee and water in the room, and a few snacks. The bed is comfortable and the room is just big enough to fit my yoga mat. Good closet space and a dresser helped us unpack and enjoy our 5 night stay

5.0

Jun 2021

Peaceful

Peaceful

Great area,peaceful neighborhood. Parking convenient.

4.0

Apr 2021

Excellent location, very thin walls

Excellent location, very thin walls

I absolutely loved the location. Step outside and the bay is right there. Two coffee shops within a 15 minutes walk with delicious coffee. And a 15 minutes walk to the beach. I spent most of my time at the beach or in room watching some TV. I'm a busy mom that really enjoyed 2 days rest. The room was tidy and had a closet kitchenette with a fancy microwave. I appreciate that since I brought my own food. Food allergies make it that I like to have some with me. I didn't like the thinness of the walls. You can hear people in the house in restroom, talking, and snoring.

4.0

Apr 2021

Calm marina setting

Calm marina setting

Nice room with beautiful view of marina canal that goes out into the bay. Great hub for our trip to the Bay Area. Close to ferry system.

5.0

Jan 2021

Pleasant room

Pleasant room

The room was full of nice little thoughtful touches. Very clean and pleasant.

3.0

Dec 2020

Uncomfortable bed

Uncomfortable bed

Bed was very soft, offering no support, we couldn’t even stay for second night.

4.0

Mar 2020

Review

Review

Nice experience great location.

5.0

Feb 2020

Can't go wrong

Can't go wrong

I simply needed a place to stay that was clean and comfortable. Sitting on the Dock of the Bay is a wonderful gem of a find in a quiet neighborhood. It certainly didn't hurt that the location on the Harbor is very tranquil. The owners have taken care to provide a nice space in which can rest comfortably. Next trip back to the Bay Area I will check to see if this rental is available again.

5.0

Dec 2019

Alameda rental

Alameda rental

This is a perfect location for a San Francisco visit. Ferry access eliminates the expense and headaches of driving into the city. Alameda is a hidden gem of a neighborhood that is safe and has excellent ethnic food.

5.0

Nov 2019

Perfect

Perfect

Great place on the water. The owner was great.

4.0

Nov 2019

Nice

Nice

Being so close to the water is lovely. It was quite a ways to uber into the city so that got to be expensive but that was our error. Only complaint would be that the walls are paper thin.

4.0

Nov 2019

Dock of the Bay

Dock of the Bay

Good rental experience. Could have more ambient lighting and an iron/ironing board.

3.0

Sep 2019

Klar, Kein Hotel, aber auch nicht richtig wohnlich

Klar, Kein Hotel, aber auch nicht richtig wohnlich

Das Objekt befindet sich in einer Wohnsiedlung direkt mit Bootsanleger . Von der Siedlung konnte man auf San Francisco schauen und hatte bei Nacht ein tolle Aussicht . Das Zimmer mit anschließendem Bad und kleiner Kammer mit Kühlschrank sowie Mikrowelle (welche wir nicht nutzenden). Fernseher und WLAN waren auch verfügbar. Der Raum war gleich an dem Haus der beiden angeschlossen. Die Kommunikation mit Gary war im Vorfeld da. Auch als wir angekommen waren und nicht sofort mit dem Wasserhähnen klar kamen, hat er sich 22 Uhr noch kurz blicken lassen um es zu erklären. Dies und ein kurzer Moment mit seiner Frau waren die einzigen positiven Kontakte mit Ihnen. Leider, auch aufgrund der baulichen Elemente, hat man alles gehört was neben an war. Ob er geschnarcht hat oder Sie am Morgen gesungen hat, beides war nicht sehr angenehm und hat eher einen negativen Eindruck hinterlassen bei uns (auch wenn man fürs schnarchen nichts kann)! Die Sauberkeit war okay. Das Bett war mit einer dunklen Bettwäsche bezogen, was ich persönlich störend finde, da man so nicht das beste Gefühl von Sauberkeit hat. Das Bad war mit Dusch/Wanne ausgestattet, welches noch Dunkle Haare vom Vormieter beinhaltet. Das Waschbecken lief nicht ab, was zur Folge hatte, das alles was so im Wasser war, am Waschbecken antrocknete. Nicht sehr lecker. Alles in allem war das unser erster FEWO Aufenthalt. Der Preis war unschlagbar (auch wenn wir immer 30min bis SF gefahren sind und Maut bezahlt haben) hätten wir nie was in SF für den Preis bekommen. Die Lage an dem Bootsanleger war cool, hatte aber auch den Nachteil das es nach Fisch oder abgestanden Wasser roch. Leider waren die anderen Erfahrung nicht so toll. Was wir hätten aber auch bedenken können.

4.0

Sep 2019

Worked for us

Worked for us

We didn’t spend much time at the property since we had so much to do. Worked well for the price. Close to restaurants and ferry.

3.0

Sep 2019

Great location

Great location

The location is amazing. Right on the water, lovely walking trails and within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Our host Gary was very nice he came out to meet us when we arrived and even helped us carry in our luggage. The room were we stayed has it’s own bathroom & the closet has a microwave, a Keurig coffee maker, fridge & the hosts provided waters, coffee & a few sodas. The room is very small & adjacent to the hosts room. We kind of felt like we were staying at our parents house. The carpet had some stains & the bathroom was ok, but could have been cleaner.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Alameda?

The average price for a rental in Alameda is £133 per night. This rental is £48 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sitting on the dock on the Bay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sitting on the dock on the Bay pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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Sitting on the dock on the Bay

Apartment in Alameda, CA

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Alameda, CA

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Sitting on the dock on the Bay

Apartment in Alameda, CA

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Alameda, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Alameda?

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is Sitting on the dock on the Bay pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

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