Grand 4BR Lake Merritt Victorian | 2 Suites & Yard

Restored 1905 Victorian near Lake Merritt with historic charm and modern comforts. At 2,550 sqft, it features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, including two master suites (one on the ground floor with a private entrance) for up to 9 guests. Enjoy a kitchen, new decks, private backyard carriage house open as a dedicated yoga and gym area, hardwood floors, 1 Gbps Wi-Fi, workspace, BBQ, patio, washer/dryer, and sidewalk parking for one small vehicle. Steps to Lake Merritt, cafés, and easy BART/SF transit.

THE SPACE
🏡 The Space Step inside to a spacious open-concept living area filled with natural light and modern touches. Relax in the separate living room with the plush sofa and two beautiful chairs, and stream your favorite shows on the 75-inch Smart TV. Gather around the dining table for a shared banquet meal with a convenient lazy Susan. Both the living room and the dining room are their own distinct spaces, with separating double doors should you choose to have privacy or ambiance separation. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need — cookware, utensils, a coffee maker, and more — to feel right at home. It features a large kitchen island with plenty of space for meal preparation. 🛏 Master Bedroom #1 (Ground Floor): King bed, entrance wardrobe room, TV, and private ensuite bathroom, filled with natural light and shades, with private double doors leading directly to the backyard patio. Next to the kitchen is the laundry room (in-unit washer & dryer for your convenience) and the guest half bathroom. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms await: 🛏 Master Bedroom #2: King bed, 2 closets, TV, ensuite double-sink bathroom, and its own private balcony overlooking the backyard patio with views of Lake Merritt. 🛏 Front Bedroom (Bedroom #3): King bed, Smart TV, and deep closet space. The front bedroom windows are currently being retrofitted with soundproof glass (expected completion mid-November; earplugs are provided in the meantime). 🛏 Middle Bedroom (Bedroom #4): Two beds (1 Twin and 1 Full size), Smart TV, and large closet space. A comfortable dedicated workspace is also set up for those needing to focus on remote work. A double-sink bathroom with a walk-in shower serves the Front and Middle bedrooms. All bathrooms are stocked with fresh towels, toiletries, and hair dryers. 🌳 Outdoor, Yoga/Gym Carriage House & Amenities Private backyard patio for morning coffee or evening relaxation, featuring an outdoor dining table with bench seating for 6 people and a large Sunbrella umbrella. The finished carriage house in the backyard is open to guests as a dedicated yoga and gym area (photos coming shortly). 1 Gbps high-speed Mesh WiFi throughout for uninterrupted connectivity. 2-zone central heating for upstairs and downstairs.

GUEST ACCESS
Guests will have full access to all areas of the main home, the backyard patio, and the backyard carriage house (open as a dedicated yoga and gym area), except for the attic and under-house storage areas. Self check-in is available for your convenience.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
This home is located in an urban neighborhood, so guests may hear normal city noise. There is sidewalk parking in front of the property, for one small vehicle, which requires careful parking. Otherwise, street parking is available nearby though may be limited at busy times of the day - generally on Lakeshore Avenue behind the property, facing the lake. Exterior security cameras are installed around the outside of the property for the safety of our guests and the home. There are no cameras inside the house or in any private areas. No parties or events are permitted without advanced approval. Please respect quiet hours and our neighbors. Only registered guests are allowed on the property unless approved in advance. Self check-in is available for your convenience.

Situated in the cool East Bay waterfront/coastal microclimate near Lake Merritt (average summer highs in the low 70s°F), the home is equipped with dual-zone central gas heating and ceiling/portable fans rather than central air conditioning.