From the moment Jon and Mary met us to take us through the property we were enchanted. The flowers, the neighborhood, the thoughtful gifts of coffees, croissant, cheese, sweeties, and more - I felt as though we were welcome friends invited into a beautiful home. Others have commented on how well appointed the home is and remarked on the great location. All true. The property is so nicely furnished, so clean, every little thing is just right, convenient, clean and inviting. Parking was never an issue - as promised there was always a place. The neighborhood is just lovely, so many charming homes and flowers everywhere. We felt safe. It was quiet even though close to grocery shopping and great restaurants. Jon and Mary were immediately responsive to everything we asked about and could not have been better hosts. There is no place we would rather stay in the Bay and hope to come back often! This place is perfect!

This apartment was beautifully decorated, well stocked, high end furniture. The bed was amazingly comfortable. short walk to great food, Hosts were very welcoming, kind, flexible and informative.highly recommend

This might be the best place to stay in Berkeley. The apartment was perfectly clean. The bed, furniture, and carpets were comfortable. The kitchen, appliances, bathroom, heating system, door locks, even the paint: all were in good repair. The art, furnishings, kitchen ware, etc struck a perfect balance, avoiding both clutter and the bare emptiness that mars many rentals. The kitchen was very well equipped for people like my wife and I who often cook when traveling. The location, for us, was ideal, within walking distance of the Monterey Market, Chez Panisse, the Berkeley campus, and the BART station. This part of Vine Street is very quiet, with no through traffic and plenty of parking. The owners live in the other duplex apartment to the rear; we never heard them. The owners, Jon and Mary, were welcoming, available and helpful when needed, and at the same time respectful of our privacy. We certainly hope we can stay here again on future trips to Berkeley.

This charming, well-maintained house is in an interesting, eclectic and safe neighborhood within walking distance to many wonderful restaurants. It's a short car drive to the UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens. We found it easy to take BART to/from Oakland Airport as well. Jon and Mary have provided lots of great information about where to go and what to do, as well as kindly furnishing lovely treats!

My adult disabled son and I had an excellent stay. The location was perfect for us to walk up to Shattuck and around the neighborhood. I slept on the sofa bed and it was very comfortable.

This was the best stay we have had. Everything is thoughtfully provided for in this small house. The kitchen has all you’ll need, including knives that satisfied this picky cook, toaster, toaster oven, microwave, gas range, oven, coffee apparatus, down to the plastic wrap and zip lock babes. Not just an iron, but a steamer too. And more, all is a truly lovely home. Comfortable bed. I was worried about parking because there’s no dedicated space. Jon assured me that there is always parking on the street and there was — on the same short block — every time for 8 days. Jon and Mary are extremely welcoming, and then become perfectly unobtrusive. The house is basically between Monterey Market and Chez Panisse — a great location. Extremely good value. Pick this one; you won’t be sorry.

As lovely as pictured online: immaculate, with extraordinarily high quality furnishings; artful decor; beautifully restored period woodwork & hardwood floors; a very well-equipped kitchen with great welcoming pastries, snacks & some essentials in the fridge-tho with the surfeit of wonderful nearby bakeries, & restaurants with available take-out or delivery, there was no motivation at all to cook; and had no safety or parking concerns. We stayed 1 1/2 weeks & would’ve stayed longer but new guests were already scheduled.

Excellent and very comfortable one bedroom apartment with great kitchen and nice living room. Our hosts were readily available and provided many nice amenities.

Excellent location in a beautiful neighborhood of Berkeley; the home was well appointed and has anything you need and Mary and Jon are very attentive hosts. We will return.

Comfortable home away from home. Walking distance from shops, restaurants and public transport. House was well-appointed and our lovely hosts stocked the kitchen with coffee, tea and local treats. Will be back!

We had a wonderful experience. Our hosts warmly welcomed us into the property and provided us with all the information and resources needed. The property is beautiful and comfortable. We had no trouble finding parking. Restaurants, cafes, and shops are within blocks of the property. We walked to CAL everyday. I would definitely stay again.

Immaculate, nicely appointed, one bedroom a few blocks from Shattuck at Vine. Very close to great restaurants, groceries, bakery, and shops. Very comfortable beds. Just perfect. And delightful landlords.

Thank you, Jon, for an incredible experience! Anyone needing a place to stay in Berkeley should absolutely stay here! Jon will take care of you!

Jon & Mary are perfect hosts and the apartment is perfection. Excellent walking neighborhood with excellent shops and restaurants. We cannot wait to return.

Stayed for a week here while visiting our daughter & family in Berkeley. We met Jon & Mary, who were very gracious hosts. They provided us with breakfast for our 1st full day & later dropped off fruit from a local market. We will definitely stay here again at some future date. Tim & Cindy S.

Everything was perfect - the apartment is gorgeous, and Jon and Mary have thought of everything we could possibly have needed. Great location with plenty of safe street parking in a picturesque north Berkeley neighborhood. Ample space to relax, and a very comfortable bed for sleeping late. We'll stay here again, I'm sure!

I cannot recommend Jon and Mary's apartment enough. We stayed for eight days for our son's graduation from UC Berkeley. Jon and Mary are excellent hosts - readily available if you have any questions but completely give you space otherwise. They left a fantastic welcome gift of fruit, pastries, flowers, and wine upon our arrival. There were 3 of us as our older son accompanied us for the celebration. He slept on the pullout sofa in the living room and was very comfortable. We never felt on top of each other in the space. The location to Shattuck is excellent, and we were able to walk daily to grab coffee or meals and not have to use the car constantly. Solano Avenue is also just a very short drive. The neighborhood is quiet and lovely yet close enough to all. We would definitely stay again!

Property was very clean and as advertised. Owner was super helpful. Will stay here again on a future trip!

This apartment is an absolute gem. We stayed for two weeks while visiting family, and it became our little oasis. The property is beautifully maintained, well-appointed, full of light, and extremely comfortable; we wanted for absolutely nothing. Everything worked perfectly, and there's a sweet little back deck where we sat at all hours of the day. The apartment is in a beautiful home; flowers line the stairs up to the apartment, the neighborhood is quiet, and there is ample street parking. There are abundant shops within walking distance, and of course all of the pleasures of Berkeley to enjoy. But best of all were the hosts, Jon and Mary, who could simply not have been more hospitable, generous, and helpful. We can't wait to go back.

A great location and everything you would expect and more! The hosts were friendly and helpful but not intrusive. They created a great welcome package including a notebook full of helpful instructions and advice. We will definitely come again

Hosts Jon and Mary have thought of everything to make this little apartment perfect. The bed (most important) was wonderfully comfortable, the linens and towels of the highest quality, the kitchen was fully equipped for all the cooking we never did., and there were notes describing the attractive prints throught the apartment. Jon and Mary provided a nice continental breakfast for the first morning and there was Peet's dark roast for the mornings and cheese and wine for our whole stay. Jon was ready, willing and able to offer advice on restaurants and Berkeley sites, but quickly laid off when he saw we didn't want much help.. In short, we had a perfect stay. One small caveat: there are a dozen steep steps to and from the front door--go slow.

The property was neat, clean and comfortable, and had everything I needed for my stay. The property is conveniently located and in a very nice neighborhood.

Beautifully maintained and restored older home with dozens of thoughtful amenities--wine, cappucinno, fresh flowers, croissants and cheese and crackers, lovely art and rugs and the most comfortable bed ever. Berkeley is my favorite city to visit, and this house is now my favorite to stay in. Perfect for solo traveler or couple.

Excellent hosts and residence.

I enjoyed my time here very much. Thanks Jon and Mary for the great stay!

We have stayed in VRBO and similar properties in the U.S., Canada, Iceland, and several European countries. All of them were good, but I can honestly say that this Berkeley apartment was the best of the best. We were there for several weeks (Dec. - Jan. 2021/22). Jon and Mary are great hosts, very responsive to any questions or needs. The apartment is bright, comfortable, and furnished with everything you might want, and the location is excellent - easy walking distance to restaurants, shopping, Peet's, UC Berkeley, etc. What more could you ask for?

Jon & Mary have provided a truly wonderful place to stay right in the heart of North Berkeley. I took my daughter there for a college tour and it was great to be able to walk to campus and the “Gourmet Ghetto” on Shattuck Avenue. The apartment had literally everything we needed and our hosts went above and beyond stocking our favorite Cheeseboard muffins and triple creme cheese for us to be ready upon our arrival. We will definitely stay there again when we are back in the area.

Jon & Mary have provided a truly wonderful place to stay right in the heart of North Berkeley. I took my daughter there for a college tour and it was great to be able to walk to campus and the “Gourmet Ghetto” on Shattuck Avenue. The apartment had literally everything we needed and our hosts went above and beyond stocking our favorite Cheeseboard muffins and triple creme cheese for us to be ready upon our arrival.We will definitely stay there again when we are back in the area.

Beautiful place in a great neighborhood. Everything was in walking distance. Hosts were very nice and went out of their way to make us comfortable. We would absolutely stay here again.

This apartment is perfectly located in a quiet neighborhood near UC Berkeley, delicious restaurants, and good shopping. My son and I explored the area by foot each day, which we needed to do because we ate so well. The hosts have thought of everything that a traveler may want: soft pillows, plenty of outlets, a well-outfitted kitchen, and a sweet patio for drinking coffee in the cool mornings. It's also darling, decorated with local art and fresh flowers. To top it off, Jon and Mary are delightful hosts with plenty of knowledge of the area to make sure your trip is just right. I would give them ten stars, if I could! I will definitely stay here again.

We loved this VRBO rental. It was comfortable, well appointed & in a fantastic neighborhood location. The owners have thought of our every need & welcomed us like family. If you’re considering staying for a few days in the Berkeley area, give this property serious consideration. We can assure you that you’ll not be disappointed. We will definitely be back when we visit our grandchildren again. Their recommendations for restaurants and shopping were spot on. Thanks Jon and Mary.

This property is a fairly new listing, which is the only way we were able to book it at the last minute.It is the front half of a duplex and gives the impression of a sweet small home... the friendly, helpful owners live in the back. The extraordinary part of this property is the love, attention to detail, ambiance, creativity, furniture, high-end kitchen and works of art the owners put into it. They also provide gorgeous flowers and a bit of tasty delights. It is well located near Berkeley's "Gourmet Ghetto" so you can walk to lots of interesting places.Our advice to you: If it is available, grab it before someone else does.