The home was cozy and had ample sleeping space for our family girls trip. The location was perfect for exploring the area and had easy freeway access. Lots of good restaurants within walking distance and the home was well stocked with all the necessities. Thank you for sharing your home!

Beside the one bedroom with only a twin, no complaints. One person had to sleep on the couch.

Lovely space in great location. Beautiful deck. Our family had a very nice visit. Thank you.

The photos and description of this property are a bit deceiving. We thought the location would be much closer to Lake Merit than it actually is. In reality it is about 4-5 blocks through a sketchy neighborhood to get to the lake where we thought it would be right there on the lake. We only got one parking place that was very tight. It was difficult to figure out how to access the property, so we initially parked on Grand Ave. to walk around and figure it out. Within 4 minutes, we got a $58 parking ticket from the City of Oakland!! Arghh! The four bedrooms are nice/clean with private bathrooms although the shower does not work in the bathtub. (Note: whoever did their tile work, should not be paid as it is the messiest grout work with broken glass tiles I have ever seen.) Some amenities were broken (like the coffee maker) and check-in was tough as they expected us to be there right at 3:00, but we got stuck in traffic and couldn't make that time so they just left the place unlocked with the key there. There is a downstairs door that locked from the other side that would feel safer/more secure if we had a way to lock it ourselves since we had no way of knowing where it goes. The surrounding restaurants were good with a variety of foods.

The photos and description of this property are a bit deceiving. We thought the location would be much closer to Lake Merit than it actually is. In reality it is about 4-5 blocks through a sketchy neighborhood to get to the lake where we thought it would be right there on the lake. We only got one parking place that was very tight. It was difficult to figure out how to access the property, so we initially parked on Grand Ave. to walk around and figure it out. Within 4 minutes, we got a $58 parking ticket from the City of Oakland!! Arghh! The four bedrooms are nice/clean with private bathrooms although the shower does not work in the bathtub. (Note: whoever did their tile work, should not be paid as it is the messiest grout work with broken glass tiles I have ever seen.) Some amenities were broken (like the coffee maker) and check-in was tough as they expected us to be there right at 3:00, but we got stuck in traffic and couldn't make that time so they just left the place unlocked with the key there. There is a downstairs door that locked from the other side that would feel safer/more secure if we had a way to lock it ourselves since we had no way of knowing where it goes. The surrounding restaurants were good with a variety of foods.

The property is clean, has comfy beds, is really well located, and suited our needs perfectly!

The property is clean, has comfy beds, is really well located, and suited our needs perfectly!

Our family had a great stay at this location, located very close to Lake Merritt and many, many fun businesses, restaurants, and shops. There was a slight issue with communication around the check-in, but management was super apologetic and was great and helpful for the rest of the weekend. It's also worth mentioning the place is HUGE and very comfortable. The outdoor deck by the front door is particularly lovely at sunset, but families with young kids should note that there are some shelves with boxes of semi-sharp objects accessible on it (e.g. nails, screws, tools), at least when we were there. Overall, a very pleasant stay. We'd book again!

Our family had a great stay at this location, located very close to Lake Merritt and many, many fun businesses, restaurants, and shops. There was a slight issue with communication around the check-in, but management was super apologetic and was great and helpful for the rest of the weekend. It's also worth mentioning the place is HUGE and very comfortable. The outdoor deck by the front door is particularly lovely at sunset, but families with young kids should note that there are some shelves with boxes of semi-sharp objects accessible on it (e.g. nails, screws, tools), at least when we were there. Overall, a very pleasant stay. We'd book again!

Great!! Definitely will stay here again.

Great!! Definitely will stay here again.

Everything went well. Space was large and well equipped. Owner was very quickly responsive to our requests.

Everything went well. Space was large and well equipped. Owner was very quickly responsive to our requests.

Disappointing first impression, but it worked out fine.

Disappointing first impression, but it worked out fine.

This house was exactly what we needed for our Outside Lands weekend. Plenty of space and lot's of very cool art around. The one thing I would say is that I think the hosts should warn their guests ahead of time about the car break ins around the neighborhood. One of our friends parked on the street for just a few minutes to make sure they were in the right place, they came back and all the windows were smashed in and ALL of their stuff was taken. Not the hosts fault of course, but we heard about a lot of break ins in the area so I think people should be warned in the future! They were very great and responsive, would absolutely stay again!!

This house was exactly what we needed for our Outside Lands weekend. Plenty of space and lot's of very cool art around. The one thing I would say is that I think the hosts should warn their guests ahead of time about the car break ins around the neighborhood. One of our friends parked on the street for just a few minutes to make sure they were in the right place, they came back and all the windows were smashed in and ALL of their stuff was taken. Not the hosts fault of course, but we heard about a lot of break ins in the area so I think people should be warned in the future! They were very great and responsive, would absolutely stay again!!

Clean and quiet - great location for wedding obligations and family visits. Plenty of space (inside and out) to relax and enjoy company. Lots of walkable shops and restaurants to explore and airport proximity made for stress-free arrival and departure. Weather and traffic cooperated during our stay, but I'm sure we'd have been happy here, regardless.

This was a great place for myself, my husband, and our 4 kids. So many rooms and bathrooms allowed us to have some privacy while being close and minimized the bickering between kids. The kitchen was stocked, extra shampoo/toiletries, and lots of clean bedding for all kinds of weather. Only downside was the driveway was a bit tight to get into/out if and it was a bit hard to find at first since it's off the main street. Bathroom towel racks we're all broken off but that didn't bother us. Welela was so warm and gracious. We'd love to stay there again.

Very helpful landlord, comfortable house, and great location. I’d certainly stay here again to visit the Bay Area.

Very helpful landlord, comfortable house, and great location. I’d certainly stay here again to visit the Bay Area.

This was a great place for myself, my husband, and our 4 kids. So many rooms and bathrooms allowed us to have some privacy while being close and minimized the bickering between kids. The kitchen was stocked, extra shampoo/toiletries, and lots of clean bedding for all kinds of weather. Only downside was the driveway was a bit tight to get into/out if and it was a bit hard to find at first since it's off the main street. Bathroom towel racks we're all broken off but that didn't bother us. Welela was so warm and gracious. We'd love to stay there again.

My husband, 2 sisters, 1 brother, niece and nephew met in Oakland to get together with our brother for a family gathering. The location of this VRBO was excellent, close to my brother and SIL and many sites and restaurants. The host allowed us to check in early, she was responsive to our questions. The VRBO was lovely, very nice accommodations, with a lovely, secluded deck to gather and enjoy the weather and family. The off street parking was an added bonus. Walela was gracious and easy to work with. I would definitely recommend this VRBO for anyone staying in Oakland. It is close to Lake Merritt and conveniently located to many attractions.

My husband, 2 sisters, 1 brother, niece and nephew met in Oakland to get together with our brother for a family gathering. The location of this VRBO was excellent, close to my brother and SIL and many sites and restaurants. The host allowed us to check in early, she was responsive to our questions. The VRBO was lovely, very nice accommodations, with a lovely, secluded deck to gather and enjoy the weather and family. The off street parking was an added bonus. Walela was gracious and easy to work with. I would definitely recommend this VRBO for anyone staying in Oakland. It is close to Lake Merritt and conveniently located to many attractions.

Checkin was cordial. The parking was off street and safe. For a shared building it was quite private and quiet. Very comfortable and very convenient with 4 bathrooms. Absolutely lovely deck with a flowering clematis vine on 3 sides. Exterior walls were decorated with scenes and artwork. Location was easy access to the freeways and close to the Bay bridge. Very much worth staying in Oakland to visit San Francisco

Wonderful property for a family stay in the Oakland area. Very well situated near Lake Merritt, with many nearby restaurants. Well equipped home. Owner was very accessible.

Wonderful property for a family stay in the Oakland area. Very well situated near Lake Merritt, with many nearby restaurants. Well equipped home. Owner was very accessible.

Checkin was cordial. The parking was off street and safe. For a shared building it was quite private and quiet. Very comfortable and very convenient with 4 bathrooms. Absolutely lovely deck with a flowering clematis vine on 3 sides. Exterior walls were decorated with scenes and artwork. Location was easy access to the freeways and close to the Bay bridge. Very much worth staying in Oakland to visit San Francisco

Everything was as it was stated the apartment was fabulous!!! The location was close to everything, easy access to the City. The lake so close was a definite bonus. This rental is perfect for couples and or family, lots of privacy yet cozy!!! I would replace the mattress in the 1st bedroom on your left other than that perfection!!!!!

Property was just as described. Host was easy to reach and communicate with. We enjoyed our stay.

Everything was as it was stated the apartment was fabulous!!! The location was close to everything, easy access to the City. The lake so close was a definite bonus. This rental is perfect for couples and or family, lots of privacy yet cozy!!! I would replace the mattress in the 1st bedroom on your left other than that perfection!!!!!

This place is great for a group. Easy to gather and also easy to have down time in your own space. The location is superb. Able to wlk to most anything. Easy access to berkeley or sf and the rest of the bay. Host was wonderful. I visit the bay area often and this is my new favorite short term rental. Will definitely be back.