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Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN!

Family-friendly stay near University of California, Berkeley

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Smart TV, books, stereo, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Oakland, CA
  • Place, Telegraph Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of California, Berkeley
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Berkeley
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Oakland

Upper Telegraph stay.Your stay at this Upper Telegraph vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Children's Hospital Oakland. University of California, Berkeley and Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Telegraph Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chabad of the East Bay - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • California College of the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Historic Berkeley - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Emeryville Station - 10 min drive
  • Ashby Station - 13 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Me Va Con - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Damask Rose - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Bay Coffee Bar - ‬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.

Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN!

It’s a great time to start the new year in the Bay Area! Come stay at my family home inspired by my travels around the globe as a musician and my pride for ‘The Town.’ Nestled in a beautiful and quiet historic North Oakland neighborhood, my home features: gorgeous coffered ceilings, a formal dining room that seats six, chef's kitchen, queen-sized beds with 1,000 thread-count luxury sheets in every bedroom, spa-like bathrooms with thoughtful toiletries, home office, and a zen backyard with sound system and BBQ. Features “SMART” home details such as light and sprinkler automation, NEST thermostat, and a RING doorbell (with backyard camera) that can be operated with an ALEXA home device. Its perfect for the solo business traveler, the couple looking for some time to get away from it all, adventure seekers wanting to explore the San Francisco Bay Area while still being in close proximity to SF and Napa, or the family road trip stop off (we've got private off-street parking that can accommodate an RV or even a boat). You'll feel like you're in your own oasis while staying here!
Taking a family trip with small kiddos? Perfect home for families with small children and I can supply a high chair, crib, and car seat if needed so you don’t have to travel with these bulky items. Oh and did I mention the location?! Meet up at ‘The Greek!’ Perfect home to stay in while taking in a summer concert at The Greek Theatre. My home is a quick ten minute drive to/from the UC Berkeley campus and a ten minute drive to the vibrant downtown Oakland attractions and restaurants. Heading off for the day to explore San Francisco and celebrate PRIDE is literally a 15-minute drive over the Bay Bridge, and wine country is a 45-minute drive away- so basically LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Can’t wait to meet you!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Absolutely no pets or animals of any kind!!!

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Our 3rd bedroom has a daybed with pull-out trundle

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, 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! to downtown Oakland?

This vacation home is 3.1 mi away from Oakland.

Beat the HEAT - North Oakland Home ready for your family’s SUMMER FUN! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erum N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything with the house was great. Very comfortable and well stocked, with a great location. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramaswamy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities

Very convenient, clean property comfortable for 6 adults and a teen, fantastic amenities provided, including robes, slippers, toiletries and lots of snacks and drinks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

Nice property, attentive host. We were happy here.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect - walkable to restaurants on College, close to Berkeley and easy access to the freeways to get into San Francisco and Oakland. The host was very helpful answering my questions and accessible via text. The house was perfect for our family gathering over the Thanksgiving weekend! Thanks so much!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helpful host

Simone was super friendly and helpful and the snacks and drinks provided were a nice touch after a long day of traveling. The property was just as described and met our needs very well. We were really happy with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Our family with 2 small kiddos stayed here during our stay in the Bay Area. Very easy check in and out process. Lots of thoughtful extra like the pantry stocked with kid snacks and it was nice to have cooking basics- spices, oil, etc. Very clean as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house!

This place was the ideal location for us visiting our daughter in college for her graduation. Simone thought of everything! The kitchen was well equipped, as where the bathrooms and bedrooms. The backyard was a plus. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

My family has a wonderful & comfortable stay at the house..thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property and owner

The property is clean, in good shape, and just the right size. The owners were so kind and responsive. Great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Oakland gateway

Cool house that has everything you need with a responsive host. We had a great time. We really appreciated the coffee and snacks because we got in too late to shop for breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frankie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Oakland!

The house was lovely, cozy and well stocked, including snacks and bathrobes. Simone was very responsive and easy to communicate with, and the location was great - a 15 minute stroll to lots of restaurants and businesses, plus great parks and a beautiful neighborhood to walk around. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hosts

Simone and David were lovely and responsive hosts. The house was cozy and thoughtfully decorated with many nice pampering touches. And the pantry was full of treats! The backyard was a very sweet place to relax. We enjoyed our family stay there.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great, the batteries to the remote were dead and they sent someone over with replacements (and I was just telling as something to do for the next group).
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cali Getaway

The house is in a nice neighborhood that is convenient to dining, parks, and San Francisco. It is very nicely furnished with everything you need for your stay. It has a nice back yard and a nice gated parking area. The property owners are very helpful and responsive and helped to make our stay perfect. The house came stocked with a lovely pantry as well. We totally enjoyed our stay in this adorable home!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved it!

We had an amazing stay at Simone’s place! The location was central to everything we wanted to see and do, and had a good bed/bath set up for two couples traveling together. Simone was very communicative leaving up to the stay and the personal welcome/walkthrough was really nice. The stocked snacks and drinks and beautiful freshly cut flowers were such nice extras!!! Thank you, Simone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right!

Simone was a warm and welcoming host from original booking to our departure. She created a home that provided everything we needed. 5 of us comfortably stayed 3 nights for a UC Berkeley event. The location is convenient to campus and the safe parking behind a gate was a plus. We needed an extension cord and Simone immediately delivered one. We even used the washer/dryer. Simone's place was just right for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Host with a Super Home

This is a lovely home, with a beautiful backyard oasis in a prime area close to all amenities Oakland and Berkeley have to offer. We were in the area for a wedding and were able to entertain family with plenty of dishes, glassware and basic provisions. Simone is a very generous host, who has added numerous touches to make her guests feel welcome. In fact, everything about the home was welcoming and fitted for comfort. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

The reviews for this property are all accurate. Simone is a beyond fantastic host. The home is adorable, very clean, and loaded with amenities. The neighborhood is quiet and is conveniently located near a variety of transportation options (highways, Bart, ect). We had a rental vehicle and the property has private parking behind a locked gate, which was a huge bonus. One of the cutest and best equipped places I've ever stayed in. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very convenient location

The home is very nicely updated and very clean. The owner was fantastic and communicative. She was kind and thoughtful. We used the house as a home base while moving out our daughter after graduating from Cal. Very close to campus. Off street gated parking was very nice as street parking is limited. We appreciated the snacks area. The kitchen which was well stocked with cookware.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and Wonderful

We've stayed in many VRBO's and other rentals over the years, but we've never had such a pleasant and enjoyable stay as we did at Simone and David's home in Oakland. Simone is the most incredible host we've ever had the pleasure of renting from, the home is cozy and wonderfully appointed, the kitchen is well stocked and the location affords numerous nearby cafes and markets within easy walking distance. Simone was immediately attentive to even our most minor inquiry, and made us feel very welcome in her home. We will definitely look to stay here again on future visits to Oakland.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yaser H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Check-in Experience Ever! 5 Star!

First, the owner was incredibly friendly and made the check-in experience amazing. Explained everything and even provided suggestions of local restaurants. Just A+. The house was superb - clean and the best equipped place I've ever stayed at. There was literally nothing we could have asked for. I've stayed at fancy hotels that didn't have as nice amenities. Truly an amazing house, in a great location, with an incredible owner. I can't recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicole h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simone & David are outstanding hosts!

I booked Simone & David's beautiful house rather last minute before Christmas as my daughter had to have leg surgery & I needed a place with a first floor bedroom and few entrance steps. Boy, did we get lucky! I can easily say that Simone and David are the best & most attentive hosts that I have ever experienced. The house itself has been beautifully renovated. The decor and artwork are very well done too (and I'm picky). Every need has been thought of in this well stocked home!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute 5-Star Gem!

We have stayed in many properties over the years and this home is the best by far! The owner met us personally upon arrival and showed us around the house. She provided every convenience imaginable for our stay (slippers, robes, toiletries, snacks, beverages, games, laundry, and so much more!) The historic home is newly updated and tastefully decorated with a nod to Oakland history. It has a lovely backyard with spaces for lounging, playing, and off-street parking all secured behind closing gates. The neighborhood is charming and convenient to shops and restaurants. We were in town to visit the UC Berkeley campus and will definitely return to stay here when we are next in town. Highly recommend this lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant and convenient

This was the most well-stocked vacation rental we've stayed at. The dining table and living room worked well for us as gathering places. Our host was very gracious and thorough in showing us around. Off street parking was excellent, with spaces for our 3 cars. There were 7 in our party, including six adults and a teenager. Sleeping was a little tricky for us since the bedrooms held 6 and the teenager didn't want to sleep on the living room couch. It worked, due to everyone's flexibility. Also, the trundle bed, where my husband and I slept, would not have worked for everyone, but we are pretty nimble. Overall, it was a charming home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine sehr schöne Unterkunft

Wir haben eine sehr schöne Zeit in Oakland verbracht. Die Ausstattung der Unterkunft war hervorragend und ließ nichts zu wünschen übrig. Simone war ein toller Gastgeber und stets hilfsbereit. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024