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Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo

Vacation home in Berkeley with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Albany, CA
  • Place, Albany State Marine Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, McLaughlin Eastshore State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Fields
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Berkeley

Located in Albany, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Tilden Regional Park and Berkeley Marina. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Albany State Marine Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Point Isabel Regional Shoreline - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Point Isabel Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Golden Gate Fields - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Club Mallard - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hotsy Totsy Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kitava - ‬11 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.

Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo

A perfect cozy home with a unique architectural structure, minutes from Albany beach and the Waterfront, and the University of Berkeley. Surround yourselves with nature, while being moments away from a variety of global restaurants, trendy coffee shops, and performing arts in Downtown Berkeley!

The space
The condo has a private entrance, 2 bedrooms, 1 stylish bathroom, a spacious living room, and a recently renovated kitchen, and can comfortably accommodate 4 guests. Both bedrooms are spacious and minimal. The first bedroom is equipped with a King bed, and the second bedroom has a Full size bed. Both bedrooms have plenty of storage, and are equipped with a nightstand and lamps. The big windows in the bedrooms offer lovely views and natural light.
The renovated ample kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, refrigerator, and everything you will need to prepare your meals.
The living room is bright and equipped with a comfortable couch, a lounge chair, a dedicated workspace area, a TV, and a dining room right by the window with a relaxing view of Albany Hill.
Enjoy the indoors fireplace in the living room, and in-floor heating!
The utilities room is equipped with a washer and dryer, and offers plenty of space for storage. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the warm living room, sitting on the comfortable couch by the fireplace, or on the beautiful balcony, which offers great views of Albany Hill. As the property is integrated into the hillside, you will have lovely views on three sides!
Lots of natural light is present in all the rooms.
The property is perfect for individuals, couples and small families relocating to the Bay Area!

Other things to note
Approximately 8 steps up to single level apartment. Apartment is on the top floor and has views on three sides.

Location:
Albany Hill is a prominent area along the east shore of San Francisco Bay.
It is one of the best places to live in California, as it is safe, it offers residents an urban suburban mix feel, and there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks nearby.
The location offers the possibility to enjoy a variety of activities, all within proximity. Whether you wish to study and visit the University of Berkeley, want to relax and visit the beach, fabulous restaurants and bars, and enjoy the night lifestyle, or prefer to have an adventurous vacation, this is the place to be!

BEACHES AND PARKS
- Albany Hill Park, a Nature-Lover's Paradise is just around the corner!
The park is open space, with a pleasant eucalyptus tree lined rustic trail.

- Albany Beach & Albany Waterfront Trail are approximately is approximately 1.5 mile away
Feel free to also check out Albany bulb, a former landfill which is now a waterside park with graffiti art, a beach, hiking trails & skyline views.

- Keller Beach, in Richmond is 7 miles away

- Lake Temescal is 9.5 miles away.
It has tons of parking, shade, bbqs, picnic tables, trails, playgrounds, and a lake you can fish in (with a permit) and swim

- Indian Rock Park, a great outdoors spot in the urban landscape of city life, is 2.3 miles away

- Tilden Regional Park is 3.9 miles away.
From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone.

FOOD & DRINKS:
- Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar is 0.6 mile away

- Juanita & Maude (wine, cocktails & refined American dishes ) is just 0.5 nile away

- Chez Mansour (Lebanese) is 1 mile away

- Rendez-Vous Café Bistro is known for the traditional French bistro fare, brunch menu & sidewalk seating, and is 0.5 mile away

- Taco Bell is just 0.4 mile away

OTHER ATTRACTIONS
- Albany Aquarium is just 0.3 mile away

- Solano Avenue, one of the larger shopping districts in the Berkeley area, is 1.2 mile away

- Downtown Berkeley is approximately 3.5 miles away

- The University of California, Berkeley, is 3.7 miles away
Getting around
- Oakland International Airport (OAK) is about 18 miles away
- San Francisco International Airport is 25 miles away

- El Cerrito Plaza BART station is 1.2 mile away

- There is free street parking
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- Quiet hours are from 10pm to 8am
- No extra guests without prior approval
- Primary renter minimum age requirement is 25 years old

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill
Bright Lovely Albany Hill Condo
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Berkeley
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Private vacation home
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Private vacation home Berkeley

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Albany, close to Fox Theater, Berkeley Marina, and Greek Theater. You'll also find Tilden Regional Park and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at the vacation home but you'll find free parking nearby.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 17.6 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is located 25.8 mi away (30-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo?

Yes, every accommodation at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo comes with a balcony.