Garden Bungalow Apt on the Island of Alameda

Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
5.0
Outstanding(68 Reviews)

Apartment in Alameda, CA

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this apartment rental

This 1940's, jewel of a rental allows you to escape the chaos of your days and rest inside a tandem, bungalow-style five-unit oasis that enters from a lushly landscaped courtyard where fresh air abundantly flows through the windows of every room. The serene setting creates a quiet, peaceful atmosphere for your travels.

Your bedroom hosts a queen sized bed lined with crisp, cotton linens, along with a fold-out sofa in the living room that also provides a large desk if working is necessary.

Recently remodeled, the kitchen is fully supplied and ready for you to add groceries and prepare meals to be enjoyed at the eat-in kitchen table. You have your choice of a bath or shower in the updated bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout and an on-site, coin operated laundry facility is available. No need for you to struggle with parking, you will have a coveted, dedicated off-street parking space! If you're a reader, you'll have to check out the Little Library located out front.

This guest unit is situated away from the street in a quiet residential area, centrally located on the charming Island of Alameda. Our Island was once known as "The Coney Island of the West" where wealthy vacationers from San Francisco would come to spend their summers on the beach. Now, well known for the fabulous views of The City from the long stretch of beach on the Bay, tree-lined streets with sidewalks and bike lanes, one of the largest collections of Victorian homes and other architectural masters, the USS Hornet air craft carrier from WWII, filming of many movies and headquarters of several well known companies. If you're lucky enough to visit during the 4th of July, we also have the longest parade in the country! Not to be missed is the fully restored Art Deco period theater downtown.

Perfectly situated in the San Francisco Bay, within a ten minute drive to the Oakland Airport, guests can easily walk to coffee shops, cafes, local groceries, shopping, and best of all; the beach is only a four-block walk away!
There are two ferry terminals that that transport you to San Francisco and other ports around the Bay including Pier 39, the SF Ferry Building, Sausalito, Larkspur, The Giants games, etc. We are located within a 10 minute drive from to Oakland Coliseum where you can catch an A's baseball game or concert.

There are about five steps leading into the unit, in case of mobility issues

One week minimum stay, No pets, No Smoking



Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Alameda, CA

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(68 Reviews)
5.0
Apr 2024
This is very special. As you stay a week, you realize how all the things you have at home are here, and good quality too. It's beautiful, the seats outside are idyllic, I've used it just to reflect even for 5 minutes. This is a wonderful home and a very beautiful home as well, beautiful bath. kitchen, table at window... So restful for your holiday.
5.0
Mar 2024
Enjoyed our stay very much. We have stayed in Alameda many years visiting children and grand children in the Bay area. This was the best! Clean and spacious it was just a wonderful experience! Hope to go back next year!
5.0
Jan 2024
This is the third time in 2023 that we stayed about a week in Alameda. All three of the stays were good, but we give this our highest rating. The property itself has a great location in the center of Alameda though closer to the east end (Park Street) than to the west end (Webster Street). The street where the rental is located is very quiet, but only a short distance from Encinal Avenue, and its small business district with a market (Encinal Market) and a great coffeehouse (Blue Dot) with homemade baked goods and simple breakfasts. From the vrbo it's about a one mile walk to Park Street with its excellent array of places to eat, drink and shop. South Shore Center is a major shopping center nearby, with all of the necessaries including a splashy Safeway, Trader Joe's, and much more. The lodging is cozy but more than adequate for two guests. It's nicely furnished with everything you will need. It's very quiet as is the street that it's on. It's not a limitation, but be aware that if you have an automobile (vs an SUV or truck) you will need to park on the street. The parking space is a steep ramp from the street to the garage. We tried, but our sedan scraped the sidewalk as it was partly on the street and its front end on the ramp. We didn't try further, and simply reversed back into the street and parked the car there. We never had an issue finding close-by street parking There aren't any day-of-the-week or time of day restrictions. You'll really like this vrbo!
5.0
Dec 2023
We stayed at Betty's rental for 10 days over Thanksgiving while visiting family at Alameda. The location was convenient, safe and quiet. The apartment itself was very comfortable and clean. Online pictures and information are accurate. Hopefully we can stay here again the next time we travel to Alameda. As other people have mentioned, the parking spot was great! Ken & Kathe
5.0
Oct 2023
Wonder place to stay in a safe community in the Bay Area. Highly recommended.
5.0
Sep 2023
We found the Garden Bungalow Apartment so charming. It was in a very peaceful neighborhood. It was super easy to get around the area from the apartment both by foot and by car. The apartment was clean and very well equipped. It had everything we needed, including things like q-tips, cotton pads and a sewing kit. Betty has thought of everything. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. We met some fellow travelers who were staying next door to us and enjoyed morning conversations with them. There was coffee waiting to be brewed and delicious banana bread waiting for our arrival. We can’t wait for our next visit. Thank you, Betty.
5.0
Aug 2023
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5.0
Aug 2023
This is perfect! Location, apartment, everything Betty is So very welcoming. Off street parking. Could not ask for a better experience. Highly recommend.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Alameda is $178 per night. This rental is $19 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Garden Bungalow Apt on the Island of Alameda. 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 Garden Bungalow Apt on the Island of Alameda pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Garden Bungalow Apt on the Island of Alameda?

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

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