Located in Upper Telegraph within a short walk of Children's Hospital Oakland, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
Fox Theater - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
Jack London Square - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
Greek Theater - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
Getting around
Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
Rockridge Station - 19 min walk
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
The Kingfish Pub - 8 min walk
KFC - 11 min walk
Noah's NY Bagels - 9 min walk
Cholita Linda - 10 min walk
Mountain Mike's Pizza - 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.
Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley
Our cozy, newly renovated North Oakland home is 2 mi from UC Berkeley, a 10min walk to Temescal's best restaurants & bars, & Children’s Hospital. Easy access to San Francisco (Ferry, Uber, Bart).
The home features our spacious & charming living + dining area
Enjoy the outdoors with Fire Pit Lounge & Patio Dining under the String Lights!
Our 2 BD/1BA, 1000sqft spacious home offers Full Kitchen (complimentary coffee/tea), Laundry & Central AC/Heat.
Enjoy our stylish & centrally located place!
This private 2Bed/1Bath ground floor suite has one-step entry. ---------- Cozy yet Grand Living & Dining area: Enjoy your family dinners on our thoughtful and spacious dining table featuring our grand table that can seat up to 8 people. Lounge and relax in the living room with big beautiful windows and spectacular artwork. ---------- Full Kitchen: The kitchen has a gas stove/oven, full size fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee & tea station, and the basics to cook a nice meal. Enjoy your meals in the breakfast nook. ---------- 2 Bedrooms: Both bedrooms are equipped with queen beds, wardrobes, and desk spaces to work. ---------- Bathroom: The bathroom has all of your essentials - towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, hairdryer, cotton swabs, q-tips. ---------- Laundry: Equipped with washer/dryer and all the basics. ---------- Backyard: The outdoor space is a wonderful place to unwind. Soak the sun on the Day-beds and patio chairs. Enjoy a romantic dinner under the string lights and end the night with a glass of wine(or two) around the fire-pit under the string lights. ---------- Parking: We offer only 1 paid parking on the property driveway for $25/night or $50 per stay. Please let us know to reserve your spot. ---------- Early Check-in / Late Checkout: Additional fees of $50/hr from the standard time.
Please ask us for an early check-in, we will try our best to accommodate you. The additional fee helps us get the place ready as per your schedule and compensate our cleaners for the extra help they bring in accordingly. ---------- Additional Conveniences: For all your travel needs, we are located close to our neighborhood convenience store and a short walk to the nearby Whole Foods and Walgreens. ----------------------- Other things to note The couch in the living room lays flat and pulls out to a Queen Size bed. We provide Mattress topper, comforter, bedsheet and pillows for a comfortable stay.
For infants/toddlers, we provide(upon request) a crib, high chair, changing table and pack n play crib.
Street Parking on the entire street, except right next to the store, is free. Please be careful of street cleaning days (2nd & 4th Mondays and Tuesdays: 12.30 - 3.30pm). The security cameras are located outside the front entrance, facing the street. There is also a security camera outside the back door, pointed out towards the backyard. These cameras are motion activated and record as long as any movement exists.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, 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 washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
Alli
Languages
English, French
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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
Garden
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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, 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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Upper Telegraph, close to Jack London Square and Greek Theater. You'll also find Fox Theater and Paramount Theatre within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.
Does Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 12 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is located 19 mi away (21-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley?
Yes, every accommodation at Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley comes with a deck.
Charming Temescal Retreat near UC-Berkeley Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hether H.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Love the backyard!
This was a perfect place for my family to stay during my daughter's graduation from UC Berkeley. Restaurants were close and not as crowded as they were closer to campus. We got uber eats sandwiches after her grad and had the best time in the cute, sunny backyard.
Hether H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
Feb 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit. Nicer even than the pictures
Wonderful property. Bedrooms are very large and kitchen is great. Nice the front yard is fenced with a gate, and backyard is lovely.
Carol H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Hannah L.
Jan 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun, well appointed home in convenient location
We had a great stay here, a good space for a family like ours and conveniently located near the extended family we were visiting. We will have to come back in better weather to appreciate the outdoor area!
Hannah L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
David C.
Dec 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet apartment in Bushrod
Nicely appointed, comfortable foam beds, easy check-in, great communication with owner. Located in a quiet neighborhood in Bushrod, not Temescal. Definitely recommend!
David C.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nickolas T.
Nov 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful home
Easy to check in and check out. The bar area was adorable and really made it feel like vacation. Great backyard that’s shared with the renters upstairs. We actually ended up making friends with the visitors upstairs and hanging with them for a bit. Great part of oakland that’s quiet but close to a lot of fun spots if you want to explore. Super clean. Easy street parking. Communication with owner was great as well. Definitely recommend.
Nickolas T.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ritu C.
Aug 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious and clean place!
It is a beautiful and well maintained place. Kitchen was well equipped with all the essentials needed for preparing a breakfast/meal. Front yard and back yard is very pretty. They also had variety of board games for kids and family.