Beautiful Home with Spectacular Bay View From Patio!
House in Hercules
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Book your Bay Area getaway at this beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom house in Pinole, optimally situated for your visit: Close to San Francisco (22 miles away), Marin County (40 miles), Oakland (16 miles), Berkeley (12.5 miles), Napa (45 miles), Walnut Creek (20 miles) with access to many other beautiful parts of the Bay Area. This is an ideal space for group trips, families, and business travelers visiting the Bay Area—self-check-in/out with the lockbox.
I live in the back house with my 7-year-old German shepherd (Tyson). He is an amiable and obedient dog. Past guests and their kids love Tyson and enjoy playing fetch ball with him. Tyson stays in a locked area when I am not home or in the backyard. I usually work from home, so I will be available if you have any questions. I am always available by phone and text, and at the same time, I will ensure that you and the other guests have complete privacy.
I live in the back house with my 7-year-old German shepherd (Tyson). He is an amiable and obedient dog. Past guests and their kids love Tyson and enjoy playing fetch ball with him. Tyson stays in a locked area when I am not home or in the backyard. I usually work from home, so I will be available if you have any questions. I am always available by phone and text, and at the same time, I will ensure that you and the other guests have complete privacy.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Hercules
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Reviews
5.0
The home was very clean and had three separate bedrooms with a queen bed in each (one also had bunk beds) so plenty of room for us and our adult sons. Beds were very comfortable. We used the home as a base to visit multiple areas - Berkeley, San Francisco (from Vallejo Ferry), Pt. Reyes, Muir Woods among others - and found it just a short drive to most. Parking in the driveway of the house was very convenient. We didn't eat many meals there but there's a full size kitchen and large dining area available - we just ended up eating out but everything was there if we had wanted to cook more. Washer and drier available also which we found very useful. Linens, towels, paper products, soap, shampoo, and other basics were provided. View from patio of the bay was lovely. As the description says, there is a train that passes by between patio and bay but we didn't find it to be a problem - we slept well at night even with windows open (the bedrooms are at the back of the house facing into the back fenced patio so felt totally safe leaving windows open to catch the breeze). Neighborhood is residential and quiet with little traffic. Easy check in and check out process. We enjoyed our stay and found this a clean, roomy home to come to after our days of exploring the area.
5.0
Just what we needed.
5.0
The initial outside appearance is unimpressive, but the cleanliness and inside accoutrements were superb.
5.0
Our family had a wonderful weekend here. The house was super clean and well-stocked. Richard was very accomodating and made us feel welcome at every turn. The views from the patio are amazing, and it was great to be able to access the bayfront trail just down the street. We hope to return in the future!
5.0
My wife went with her 85 year old mom, and her brother and two kids joined. Everyone had a great time and LOVED the property. Amazing views from the backyard, and everything just fit right for everyone. Richard is great, and his backyard dog was well loved. Being very close to the ocean was also quite nice, and the family was able to get out and easily enjoy the area. Will be back again !!
5.0
Beautiful home with a relaxing view surrounded by trees. Spacious with a kitchen well stocked. We enjoyed our stay.
Our communication with Richard is what customer care /service should be. Tyson is a great and a friendly dog. He waits in the back with his ball next to him always ready to play.
5.0
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this Pinole property. The bay view from the backyard is absolutely stunning! The home is very well maintained, and kid friendly. The property manager, Richard, is very friendly and helpful. He has a wonderful dog whom our boys absolutely loved! We would highly recommend this property if you are in the Bay area!
5.0
This Pinole location was perfect for our Kennedy Regional Park wedding venue & next day Napa excursion. The property was large, the house spacious. The owner congenial, knowledgeable about the area, & extremely responsive. His dog Tyson was a plus! Friendly & playful & could be absent as needed. We are already planning our next trip back to enjoy the fabulous sunsets from the water’s edge gazebo!
5.0
Great location on the Bay! Richard was friendly and had a fun and well behaved dog Tyson. The kids loved having a dog to come back to. Great outdoor space for sunsets on the Bay!
5.0
The weekend was phenomenal and everything was perfect for us. It was a floor-plan that worked great for our sewing weekend and the house was well stocked with everything we needed. We all loved Tyson the dog (so gentle and well trained) and Richard was kind and helpful. The yard is full of fruit trees (a real treat when the fruit is ripe!), and the view is incredible. Sunsets were beautiful. We saw and heard the train below the back yard but it wasn’t an issue for any of us. We’ve all used earplugs at get aways and that solved any potential sleep issues for each of us. In Pinole, on San Pablo Ave (within 2 miles), we found a dessert place, delicious dinner spot (The Pear Tree) and a wonderful donut place (Bear Claw Bakery) that serves breakfast items until 11am. Famiglio Italian delivered to the house and the food was fantastic. We are already planning our next friend weekend! Thank you, Richard.
5.0
The house is clean and Richard was very friendly. This place is closer to San Fransisco and has got easy access to all of near by beaches. I would strongly recommend the stay at this place if your have a trip to SF.
5.0
Thank you Richard for your hospitality. Staying at your house was exactly the accomodation that we needed for attending a family event. The property is unique with a beautiful backyard that has a dynamic view of the bay. The beds are comfortable and the bunk bed was great for the children.
5.0
In the area for my Father-in-laws funeral. Location was near his house and worked out well.
5.0
This property was the perfect spot to stay to visit family in the east Bay, to ride the Vallejo ferry to San Francisco, to enjoy the cuisine in Berkeley, and to attend a home game for the SF 49ers. Thank you Richard for sharing this special cottage in the charming Pinole community.
5.0
Week long stay with granddaughters
Great location, comfortable beds, bright airy rooms, nice neighborhood, everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay. We enjoyed visiting with Richard - almost daily. Beautiful view of bay area from patio. Enjoyed peaches from one of the trees on property. Helpful book with places to visit and eat. Easy commute to San Francisco or northern coastal area. Would highly recommend staying at this VRBO, owner was very responsive to needs/questions.
1.0
Major issues:
-I was nearly electrocuted by the coffee maker. The power button was loose and popped and sparked when I tried to turn it on. Then all of the outlets in the kitchen stopped working. Owner said he would have an electrician come and also replace the coffee maker, but he did not reply for the rest of the day. These electrical issues (along with the broken fridge and his personal visitors in the middle of a pandemic - see below) made us uncomfortable and we checked out a day early.
-The refrigerator stopped working after the first day. Owner offered to reimburse for the food that was ruined if we had a receipt (I don't keep receipts from the grocery store and some of the food was homemade by a family member). He did provide a mini fridge as a back-up but this was very inconvenient.
-Owner had some people come by the property to view something in his living area in the back, and we were not given any warning. This should have been delayed while he had a renter. This was not very considerate - especially in the middle of a pandemic.
-The trains in the back are pretty frequent and loud (including horns). I counted several between 3am and 6am one night, which would be an issue for a light sleeper.
Minor issues:
-Owner lives in the back of property with his dog, which was kind of buried in the listing - you had to click on the link that says "view more about the host." It was not a major issue, but it would have been nice to be up front about this and include it under the details about the rental. That is what I have seen other owners do in similar situations and allows you to have a clear understanding of the rental situation.
-owner only provided bath towels. No wash cloths or hand towels.
Overall, this did not live up to the standard we were used to with other VRBO properties. The owner was also pretty defensive when issues were brought to his attention (when the outlets stopped working his response included a statement about having the house inspected two years ago - not sure why that matters if the outlets are not working now).
Would not return or recommend to others. Too bad - it does have a lovely view, but that is about all.
5.0
Killer View
The house was beautiful with a warm and cozy feeling. With moderate decorations, a shiny wooden floor and an elegant kitchen light it offered an open a spacious concept. The backyard is huge with cool brick grill and plenty of space for outdoor events. It also has a beautifull view of the bay(I think it the bay) very relaxing feeling. There is nothing better then a coffee early while staring into the San Francisco Bay. I had a great stay with no issues. Richard was also great, he was very kind and courteous and was quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. Will definitely stay there again.
5.0
It is exactly as advertised!
This is a very well maintained property. The house was clean and had everything we needed. the owner is very responsive and helpful. The backyard with the patio has an amazing view of the ocean. We absolutely loved staying there. Definitely will come back if we visit the Bay Area again.
5.0
Nice place to stay. The owner was very nice, and accommodating.
The train did not bother us at all. We slept well. Comfortable beds. Not much in the house, but was not an issue because we spent most of our time in San Francisco. We were able to eat breakfast, get ready and headed out the door. We got home late each night and just went straight to sleep. Nice location for the price. We were close to everything in the bay area.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hercules?
The average price for a rental in Hercules is $180 per night. This rental is $102 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful Home with Spectacular Bay View From Patio! . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beautiful Home with Spectacular Bay View From Patio! . Enjoy the water!
Is Beautiful Home with Spectacular Bay View From Patio! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautiful Home with Spectacular Bay View From Patio! ?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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