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Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of California, Berkeley
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Greek Theater
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Oakland

City center stay.Your stay at this Rockridge vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Children's Hospital Oakland and Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and University of California, Berkeley are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fox Theater - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Jack London Square - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Greek Theater - 7 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Rockridge Station - 5 min walk
  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zachary's Chicago Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Gourmet Hamburger - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Highwire Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Upscale Family-Friendly Craftsman - Minutes From UC Berkeley - Discounted!

Our newly renovated 2BR 3BA Gary Parsons designed home is located just minutes from the UC Berkeley campus in the charming and lovely walking neighborhood of Rockridge, and just around the corner from many great restaurants, markets, boutique shops, bookstores, coffee shops, exercise studios, spas, and many modes of public transportation for you to take advantage of.

The home has a light filled primary suite with vaulted ceilings, a guest bedroom with 2 xl twin beds (or 1 king bed available upon request), 3 luxurious full bathrooms, a brand new kitchen equipped with all high end appliances, a cozy living room with a luxury convertible sofa bed and 65" 4K TV with access to live tv and all of your favorite streaming services (Netflix, Hulu + Live TV, Apple TV, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus), driveway parking for your vehicle, and a backyard patio with a barbecue and fire pit.

Don't hesitate to reach out if you're interested in staying with us, we look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Zachary King

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Padel
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New Rockridge house
New Rockridge house Oakland
New Rockridge house Private vacation home
New Rockridge house Private vacation home Oakland

Upscale Family-Friendly Craftsman - Minutes From UC Berkeley - Discounted! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Perfect location. Comfortable home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen S., Toledo, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great neighborhood
Convenient to restaurants, shopping and BART (as well as our granddaughter). The kitchen is fully equipped and great for a family meal if you don’t want to go out, although with all the great places to eat nearby there’s no need to cook. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Oakland home
Beautiful property and accommodations. Host very responsive to our questions. Short walking distance to restaurants and shops. We will definitely stay here on our next visit to Oakland.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business in SF; Unwind in Rockridge
This is about the nearest thing to a perfect VRBO as we've seen. Instant access to BART and SF. Mindblowing array of restaurants on College Ave. Smart house with modern fixtures / heat / lighting with sensible furnishings. Very accommodating host. Great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
A great location, beautiful home, spacious, very comfortable and very easy to reach owner. One of the best homes i have rented...
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, again!
Great place, awesome neighborhood!.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

robert s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oakland trip
The listing said parking available in the driveway. There was NO safe parking in the driveway. Street parking was restricted. We found that out after our arrival. The house was modern and well equipped. The listing said there was a pool - no pool. The listing said there was an elevator- no elevator. The listing said there was a desk and a desk chair, it had neither.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, bring small car
Place is located in super convenient area, within walking minutes from some of the best restaurants in town and a few grocery stores. We all know what Oakland is infamous for, there is private parking but you will need a small car to squeeze in. Otherwise, host was very friendly and accommodating to our schedule after we arrived. All in all, wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RAFFIN N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and pleasant house
We had excellent time in Ed's house. It was very clean and convenient, Kitchen very well equipied. Check in process easy,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadira C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicest house ever!
This is the single nicest house I have ever rented. The house is modest but elegant and it is so very clean!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO Experience
This was our best experience staying at a VRBO. The cleanliness of the house was top notch, the location was amazing, and the host was helpful and responsive. We will definitely be staying again if we get the opportunity.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation and great host.
Very well maintained property and very responsive host
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home steps from College Ave
We had a wonderful stay. The house looks historic but feels quite new and beautifully designed inside. The kitchen was a pleasure to cook in, and the view out the windows of the primary bedroom was a delight to wake up to. College Ave is a pleasant commercial street just steps away, making it very easy to integrate right into the life of the neighborhood. (There was a little night noise from a bar on a Friday, but not bad.) Off-street parking, good internet connection, and a friendly and responsive host. We'll look here first the next time we're in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ellis a.

Liked: Cleanliness
time with friends and family
The house is in great condition - new construction and very clean. Easy communication with the owner, and in great neighborhood. A great experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Good location and amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Christmas and New Years in Rockridge!
We have stayed at Ed’s lovely home several times and always enjoyed it. Rockridge is a wonderful, vibrant neighborhood. Ed’s home is situated right off College Ave and very close to where our daughter’s family lives. We kitchen is well appointed and TV etc work great. We unreservedly recommend this lovely VRBO.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
New house; great location
All new and very clean. Excellent location near all the restaurants and shops of College Avenue, in Rockridge. Ed was a super host, responded quickly every time we contacted him. This was our 2nd stay at this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Rockridge Home
Conflicted about writing a review because I want it to be available the next time we visit Rockridge. This is head and shoulders above other homes we’ve visited. Spacious, comfortable, clean, equipped with everything you need in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of a home in Rockridge!
We have stayed at Ed’s lovely home multiple times, and each time we comment how much we enjoy it. It is perfect in every way: wonderful neighborhood (restaurants, coffee shops, book stores etc) super comfortable home (clean, nice furnishings, including cookware, appliances, great showers and bathrooms in general, good wifi.) Ed is a wonderful host, super helpful if you have questions but otherwise makes you feel like it’s your home while you’re there. Suffice it to say, we’ve already made our next reservation.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Visit in Rockridge
This is a fabulous property. The kitchen and baths are completely updated. The kitchen includes every utensil/pot/pan/dish you need to make dinner. So many don't! It is close to markets, restaurants, and transportation. My family agreed that we would definitely stay here again. Thanks to the host for providing such wonderful accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa King
From the moment we checked in to Ed's house we knew it was going to be special. Ed was a great host and lived up to who I thought he would be based on our pre-occupancy emails. The house is wonderful, is fully equipped and in a great location just off of College Street nearby many of Berkeley and Oakland's best restaurants. Ed facilitated parking for our rental car by pre-purchasing our parking permits for us for the month we were there. In all this was a 5-star place to stay. No doubt we will be returning!
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Rockridge Jewel
This is the second time my husband and I have stayed at this lovely Rockridge home. Again, we had a wonderful time! The house is perfectly appointed and so comfortable. Our host, Ed, is kind and responsive, though seldom needed because the house is so carefully maintained. We love the neighborhood and we will return! Thank you.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home next to College Ave in ❤️ of. Rockridge
Between the home, which has been totally remodeled and offers every convenience, and the neighborhood which is adjacent to College Ave (restaurants, shops, book stores, BART stop, TJ and coffee shops), we had a wonderful time staying at this VRBO. The TV offerings were also great (important to my husband during baseball playoffs:). Home is full of light and super comfortable. We already have made plans to return. Thank you!
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim W., Holland, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable rental
We enjoyed our stay in Oakland. Ed’s home is very comfortable and the location worked out great for us. I enjoyed the kitchen and gas grill outside making quite a few of our meals. The kitchen could use a new skillet. The ones available were a little past their prime. Also, it was very warm when we visited and the beds only have heavy duvets on them. There was only one light weight blanket to use. Most of the nights we needed a little more than a sheet and the duvet was just too warm. Overall, I think this was a gem of a rental. We appreciated how clean the home was. Walkability to the shops, restaurants and Bart station was perfect. Thank you Ed for allowing us to stay in your home. We hope to be back again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022