Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4.5

Excellent(27 Reviews)

House in Berkeley, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

About this space
Stay in a spacious private studio in a beautiful Mediterranean home built by famous architect B. Reede Hardman, block away from the Legendary Claremont Hotel {1 mile from the Rockridge BART metro station/3-5 min drive/uber, 15-20 min walk~ 1.5 miles from UC Berkeley/5-7 min drive~10 miles from San Francisco/20 min drive}. The studio has secured private entrance, queen bed, vintage Burmese couch, dresser, desk, living area, microwave, fridge, and laundry.
The space
*The main house was built in the 1920's, the Mediterranean architecture, hardwood floors and French doors add to its charm.
*Located in the proximity of the landmark Claremont Hotel which offers added convenience of Spa, Salon, Massage, Gym, Tennis Club and Fine Dining within two blocks of walking distance.
*Private studio is spacious and tastefully decorated. The studio is ideal for two people on a queen size mattress bed.
*Microwave, coffee maker, small refrigerator and kettle/utensils for beverages.
*Free dual band WIFI is available.
*Laundry is included in the studio as a bonus.
*Wooden Burmese couch, table/chair, Lap desk, fan, electric heater, extra linen, towels and blankets are available in the closets.
*This is a pet-free and smoke-free environment.
*We strive on keeping the space spot-clean and dust-free.
Guest access
*Your ‘Private Entrance’ – after street parking, you will need to walk through the driveway of the main house and make a left at the parking area to enter the Rear Studio with key provided in a Key Box.
*Key Box code will provided in the 'check-in email' a few days before your scheduled arrival date. You will not need host to be present in person for entering the studio at any hour.
Other things to note
*Please Do Not park in the driveway of the main house. Permit-Free street parking is available outside.
*Please do not leave any visible items/valuables in your parked cars as a 'rule of thumb' for parking in any city (even if this neighborhood is upscale and safe).

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Berkeley, CA

Nearby attractions

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Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley

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4.5

Excellent(27 Reviews)

House in Berkeley, CA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Berkeley, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

4.5

Excellent(27 Reviews)

5.0

Oct 2023

I enjoyed my stay. Perfect location for my quick weekend visit. Thank you!

4.0

Jul 2023

Musty,dark room, bath past 2 doors, parking on dark streets a pain, our car got damaged.

2.0

Mar 2023

Quaint decor but not clean. Shoddy structure, a garage makeover poorly done. No sink for cleaning what small amount of dishes were there. Temp in room was 56 degrees on arrival. Only one space heater ran 8 hours to get up to 60 degrees. Lot of floor level changes- not recommended for disabled or elderly.

5.0

Jan 2023

Comfortable stay in a beautiful section of Berkeley. Everything as described in listing. Even though the weather was very cold and wet the space was comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Dec 2022

Absolutely amazing space. Very attentive host. Great location. Comfortable accommodations. Highly recommend.

3.0

Nov 2022

Beautiful Area and great communication. But frankly the space is very cluttery and dusty like an antique store. Many items in the space are clearly just being stored there (it's attached to a large house) and not design elements for the guest, for either appearance or convenience. There is a large urn half filled with water which I never could figure out was supposed to be my drinking water. When I looked for coffee I found a nearly empty can of Folgers in the 2nd or 3rd drawer down below the coffee maker. There are hand written signs all over the space about what to do and not do including 'don't plug in more than 3 things into outlets to avoid a power outage'. There is one wall heater than somewhat heats the space, and a radiator that you can roll out, but there's no place to plug it in. I'm actually surprised if not skeptical that most of the reviews are positive. I've never left a negative review on a place. I usually only review if it's positive. There's so much potential with this space. It's a shame the owners are doing only the minimum toward making it an outstanding experience for the price being asked.

5.0

Nov 2022

My son goes to Cal and stayed here for a couple months. It was a great stay. Beautiful safe neighborhood. Would stay again!

5.0

Aug 2022

This space is a converted garage unit that feels quite private despite being attached to the house (doors are locked in between the home and the rental space). We really enjoyed our stay. We especially loved the quiet and the comfortable sleeping arrangements. We felt safe and appreciated the cleanliness.

5.0

Aug 2022

Lovely accommodations if we were in the area again we would use it again

5.0

Aug 2022

It was lovely and perfect for our stay.

5.0

Jun 2022

Spacious Comfort

Spacious Comfort

We were in town to celebrate a family birthday. We found our space perfect in terms of comfort and spaciousness. The kitchenette was perfect for morning coffee and oatmeal. Our other meals were "out" with family. The bed was comfortable and the space was well equipped furnishing everything we needed. Everything's was as depicted in the website photos. We would be happy to return to this space in the future when it isn't possible to stay with our family. Two thumbs up!

5.0

May 2022

We’d stay there again

We’d stay there again

Location: quite residential area in hills of eastern Berkeley, relatively quiet. Distance from hubbub was a plus for us, but I can imagine some might want attractions at their doorstep. Strong Wi-Fi, good hot water Washer and dryer very useful We’d stay there again

5.0

May 2022

Spacious, close to the highway with beautiful view! Thank you for hosting me!

5.0

Apr 2022

Cosy and comfortable stay

Cosy and comfortable stay

It was really nice, comfortable and easy to stay here. It was very clean and cosy, great to have a small fridge, kettle and mini-oven as well as cutlery and a selection of teas. It can get a bit cold during the night and it is a shame, that there is no window facing the view over the bay, but overall it was a really nice stay.

4.0

Mar 2022

Almost 5-star

Almost 5-star

This is a large, comfortable room at the back of a large residence in a quiet neighborhood. It has its own entrance and is pleasantly situated with windows overlooking the garden. It has its own washer and dryer in a corner of the room, along with dorm-size fridge, microwave, toaster oven, and French press. The host is very courteous and accessible by email. One big plus for me is that the room is very quiet (as described in other reviews), and the mattress is good so I was able to sleep well even while traveling. The only thing that prevents me from giving the room a 5-star rating is that there is no sink in the room, which means that water for drinking and washing dishes must be obtained from the bathroom sink. I found this arrangement less than ideal and a bit frustrating at times. A little plumbing work to add a true kitchenette with sink could easily turn this room into a 5-star accommodation. But this minor complaint is balanced out by the price and other positive features mentioned above. I would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Dec 2021

Christmas stay

Christmas stay

We enjoyed staying in this Uplands property. The neighborhood is first class, so we felt totally safe. We are grandparents in town for Christmas, and although we only slept in the VRBO, we felt we had good value. Plenty of linens were supplied, and the space heaters kept us warm in the unusually frosty weather!

5.0

Dec 2021

Wonderful

Wonderful

Just perfect for my needs. Close to everything, charming place and beautiful views.

5.0

Oct 2021

Nice guest house in a great location!

Nice guest house in a great location!

Nice, quiet and clean!

5.0

Oct 2021

Awesome!

Awesome!

Easy access with on-street parking in a nice neighbourhood. Very quiet. The bed was super comfy. I will book again the next time I’m in the area.

4.0

Oct 2021

Stay at Uplands

Stay at Uplands

Comfortable, good location, quiet, spacious. Bathroom could have been cleaner, e.g. floor, toilet, shower curtain. No real coffee available.

5.0

Aug 2021

The prefect neighborhood stay

The prefect neighborhood stay

The studio is clean, spacious, and private. I was in town for a visit with family, so I was eating all my meals away and needed a comfortable and quiet place to relax in the evenings - and a good location to take my runs in the mornings. This was perfect! I had a few interactions with the host who was gracious and helpful during my 2 week stay. I’m going to recommend this to everyone I know looking for a place to stay in Berkeley. So lovely!

5.0

Aug 2021

Great location!

Great location!

Spacious room in excellent location.

5.0

Mar 2021

We thought it was too good to be true...

We thought it was too good to be true...

My girlfriend and I have stayed here twice now, and I definitely recommend it. At first we were skeptical that an apartment priced so affordably would be good. This place is great. It is attached to the main house, but has its own entrance and restroom separate from the main house. The owners are lovely and check in over message constantly but are mindful to give you your space. I love this place.

5.0

Aug 2020

Charming studio apartment

Charming studio apartment

Everything was first rate. A beautiful location and a great apartment to stay in.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Berkeley?

The average price for a rental in Berkeley is $184 per night. This rental is $78 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

Is Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley

House in Berkeley, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Berkeley, CA

Nearby attractions

Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley

House in Berkeley, CA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Berkeley, CA

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Berkeley?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley?

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