San Francisco vacation rentals

This place is one of the nicest Airbnbs I have stayed in, well named an Oasis! Bedroom had super comfortable high quality bed and large TV wall mounted conveniently for viewing, with sliding glass doors to deck and brick path direct to hot tub which I enjoyed and is a great bonus. Well appointed kitchen, loved the shiny convection toaster oven and pour-over coffee set up (bring your own ground coffee). It is much as pictured. Modern sofa and small round table in LR serves for eating and working. There is an additional nice seating area outside (with fire pit which I did not use). Very nice bathroom and shower. Sliding glass doors run the full length of the living room and bedroom front walls letting in lovely light, but also have good heavy curtains you can draw for privacy. I was there during colder weather and the heat worked well, though I was glad for a sweater given all the glass. Parking is easy on the street out front, never had trouble finding a spot. Beautiful safe neighborhood for walking, near College Ave. shops too. Hosts responded quickly via text. I will be back!

Jeremy and Rachel's cottage is CA perfection! Both my husband and I along with our 9 month old stayed here for a month while transferring and house hunting in the area. The location is better than any hotel if you're wanting to experience Rockridge and all of the amazing restaurants and shops along College. You literally turn left when exiting the driveway (passing their lovely chicken coop) and walk down a couple of blocks to reach College. For dinner (breakfast on the weekends as well...sweetest little diner at the end of the road) we would push our daughter in her stroller and during the day I would put her in her carrier on me and we would walk to pick-up coffee, shop at the many markets or have lunch. If you choose to dine in, the kitchen lends itself to heating small meals. Provided is a toaster oven, refrigerator, small cooking top, ample amounts of dishes and cooking utensils. The French press and kettle were helpful as well. When arriving we were welcomed by fresh lemons, no doubt from one of their many citrus trees, and yummy fig jam! The entrance is separate with a shared courtyard as pictured. The structure has been redone in great taste. Keep in mind it does get a bit hot during the day. To solve this they'll provide a fan if needed and opening the windows helps during the day...the mornings and evenings feel amazing with the windows open allowing the breeze in. This set-up is perfect for a single or a couple with infant (our daughter slept in her pack-n-play and bathed in her blowup ducky bathtub) but wouldn't suggest it for a family with active small child. It is a studio set-up within close vicinity to the main house and neighbors so you wouldn't want to create too much noise. It really is a great choice for Berkeley accommodations. If ever there is a time in the future friends or family need a place to stay we're excited about the prospect of sending them Rachel and Jeremy's way.

The communication with Albena was great for the entire time. The house is located in a residential area with a school, playground and athletic field across the street. It is about 30 minutes into San Francisco. There are many shops close by for shopping, groceries, eateries, and gas. The apartment is very clean with updated amenities and fully furnished. There is a variety of options for TV shows and music. The kitchen has a coffee maker with complimentary coffee, toaster and microwave. There is plenty of natural light and good lighting throughout. There was plenty of hot water and good shower pressure. There was ample complimentary high end toiletries in the shower. The bedroom does not have a black out shade. Also there is no air conditioning or ceiling fans. We opened the 5 windows which have screens but there was very little breeze because of the close proximity to the adjacent houses. It happened that the 1st week of August had a heat wave and it was a bit uncomfortable inside without any fans. I would stay again!

We had a wonderful 10-day stay at this property. The area is very quiet and peaceful, and convenient parking is available on-site. Karen was exceptionally attentive and responsive throughout our stay—she always replied promptly whenever we had questions or needed assistance. The room actually bigger than how it looks in pictures. The house was spotlessly clean and well-equipped, featuring a fully stocked kitchen, a coffee maker, and complimentary snacks, which we greatly appreciated. The beds were very comfortable, and the room also included a smart TV with access to YouTube and Netflix. Overall, we had a great experience and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing and comfortable stay.

The Lily Pad is amazing, living there for a few months was peaceful and really a whole new world. The big windows help the place get natural light and opening the windows you can hear the water from the coy pond. When I have long day at work, I would sit in the hammock, read a book and have a glass of wine, it was so relaxing. Now that it's getting colder, you can enjoy the heated floors and the comfy space Albena and Nicoli created. They were wonderful host. Always quick to respond to messages, always there to help with anything you need and did it in such a caring way. I looked forward to seeing them when they came to feed the fish and care for their home. I will miss them greatly and look forward to seeing them again soon. Thank you so much for making me feel like I am home.

Update: In light of the vindictive, reactionary review that the owner of this space left us in response to our calling out minor issues that we felt could be addressed, we can no longer recommend that anyone rent this space...not because of the space, but because of the owner's poor reaction to valid feedback. The original review remains unedited below. -- This place is an enigma. There are a lot of positives to be had, for sure, and at the same time, it is missing some of the basic things that would really make it a top-level AirBNB space. We found this place only because of the current craziness going on in SF ($3000/mo for 1-bedroom walkups - no thanks) and we are glad we did. And there are some things in here - like the 60" flat-panel TV and the rainwater shower - that make it a really swell place to hang out. However, there are some other things that leave the experience flat. The internet is only fair - they use a repeater from the main house instead of a separate hard-wired WAP - okay for most applications, not so great when you're trying to work. The kitchen is missing some basic utensils such as spatulas and a toaster (while, interestingly enough, it has a crazy oven and microwave that we never fully figured out how to use (though we cooked many a meal in them). It's small. It's fairly dark most of the time, being a basement apartment. We would have liked to have a bit more separation from the bedroom and living room. It's also not very close to anything - you will be walking at least 10 minutes to anything. Still, none of this would keep us from coming back, as it is a great space to spend a bit of time in, especially if you have a car.

Laura's place is an absolute gem. My friends and I were in town to visit some friends in the Oakland area and her place served perfectly as a quiet, safe, and comfortable getaway from our activities. The house is amply stocked with brand new (or very clean) items and appliances. Everything from the dish sponge to the fridge, and every surface (especially the bathroom) was sparkling clean and arranged thoughtfully. The place was well illuminated and much more spacious than I imagined. Laura's kitchen was stocked with various ingredients for cooking when we needed to, and there are plenty of other amenities like washer/dryer that better accommodate longer stays. Having lived in the area, I was a bit concerned about its location in Richmond, but the neighborhood was residential and safe. Though the highway is easily accessible, we had no issues of noise or concerns about safety throughout our stay there. Its location, value, and cleanliness were ideal for our situation, and I would not hesitate to book again for a future visit. Laura is very accommodating, quick to respond, and a great hostess. Thank you Laura, and I highly recommend her place to anyone else that may be browsing this area.

If you’re looking for a private, peaceful and modern luxe spot in Berkeley, this is it! Albena and Nickolay are extraordinary hosts and their hospitality is unparalleled. The space is clean and new, has everything you need for cooking a large meal with family, and boasts a gorgeous patio for casual drinks and dinner outdoors. The office/desk space was incredibly helpful, and the rain showers and Toto toilets were a really nice touch! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying at a property of theirs again soon.