Private Garden Studio w/Separate Office Space, Gorgeous Bay Views, Oakland Hills

1 bathroomSleeps 2550 sq ft

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Ocean view

Check out the area

Oakland, CA

Chabot Space and Science Center10 min drive
University of California, Berkeley10 min drive
Jack London Square12 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy this spacious, 550-sq-ft Private Studio Guest House in one of Oakland's nicest and quietest neighborhoods – the Piedmont Pines section of Montclair.

Take in gorgeous SF Bay views, while relaxing on the private deck. Explore outstanding hiking trails just minutes away. And visit Montclair Village, with grocery stores, lovely boutique shops, a fantastic Farmer's Market on Sundays, and great restaurants!

For those who need to work or study, make full use of your separate office space, complete with desk and WiFi!

--- THE SPACE & AMENITIES ---

New queen-size bed with firm mattress.

Full bathroom with tub/shower, heated towel rack, hair dryer, and extra amenities

Fully-stocked kitchenette (sink, mini-fridge, microwave, toaster oven, rice-cooker, electric kettle, coffee maker, blender). Aluminum foil, plastic wrap, plates, silverware, serving dishes, basic cooking needs (olive oil, salt pepper etc.), coffee and tea are all supplied – everything you need to cook simple meals in-house if you prefer.

Dining room table and tablecloths/mats.

Living room area with large couch and an assortment of books and indoor games. Huge selection of videos for DVD.

Closets with ample hanging and storage space. Skylights in the main studio and office.

Private Office.

Pet-free space.

--- GUEST ACCESS ---

Deck, with views of SF Bay.

Wi-Fi. 42" HDTV (w/cable). Large assortment of DVD’s.

Basketball court. Quiet, wooded setting at back of studio. Outdoor coffee table and chairs.

You will probably need a car as we live in the hills of Oakland. Ample parking on the street. There are also plenty of Uber and Lyft drivers in the area.

Major freeways are close. Drive times to major destinations:
- 4 minutes to Rt. 13
- 8 minutes to Rockridge BART
- 10 minutes to downtown Oakland
- 12 minutes to Cal Berkeley
- 20 minutes to San Francisco

--- INTERACTION WITH GUESTS ---

We live on the property. Access to the studio/office is via a separate entrance so you have complete privacy.

We are a busy working couple. We will try to greet you if we can but we never disturb you once you are inside, and never enter the studio while you are here (unless requested). Feel free to knock on our back (kitchen) door if you need anything, or hear us and would like to say hello!

--- MORE ESSENTIAL INFO ---

Through the gate you will be greeted by a beautiful garden. The studio is at the back of the garden.

As you can see in the photos, there are a few steps up to the studio that are a bit uneven -- "landscaped" style stairs. For our elderly guests, be advised that there is no railing. The pathway is lit at night.

The studio/office entrance is through the office door, on the right of the back building. Enter the studio from the office.

The lock box will provide you a key to the front door. Please remember to leave the key when you depart at the end of your stay.

Property manager

Catherine Muriel

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Outdoor Space

Wide angle view of the space. Shows layout well but does exaggerates size.

Hot Tub

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Minimum stay: 2 nights. Maximum stay: 28 nights. The sofa in the cottage is not meant for sleeping; the queen bed sleeps two. No sleeping outside.

No parking in the driveway; there is ample parking on the street in front of the property.

Illegal downloads are strictly prohibited. Examples include copyrighted materials like songs and movies.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Oakland

This apartment is located in Piedmont Pines, a neighborhood in Oakland. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island, while Greek Theater and Fox Theater are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Oakland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.

Oakland, CA

What's nearby

Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 8 min drive
Chabot Space and Science Center - 10 min drive
University of California, Berkeley - 10 min drive
Jack London Square - 12 min drive
RingCentral Coliseum - 13 min drive

Getting around

Rockridge Station - 7 min drive
Coliseum Station - 11 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

Paulista Brazilian Kitchen and Taproom - 5 min drive
L'acajou Bakery & Cafe - 3 min drive
Daughter Thai Kitchen - 4 min drive
Monaghan's On The Hill - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Garden Studio w/Separate Office Space, Gorgeous Bay Views, Oakland Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Garden Studio w/Separate Office Space, Gorgeous Bay Views, Oakland Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Garden Studio w/Separate Office Space, Gorgeous Bay Views, Oakland Hills?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private Garden Studio w/Separate Office Space, Gorgeous Bay Views, Oakland Hills located?

Located in Piedmont Pines, this apartment building is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Redwood Regional Park and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Chabot Space and Science Center. Jack London Square and Lake Merritt are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

pat c.

Apr 16, 2024

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

Lovely setting/lush garden/awesome view

I will return:)

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley G.

Apr 4, 2024

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

A little safe haven in the hills

This was my second stay at this property and I can't say enough good things about the home and the home owners. Wonderfully set up property, safe, beautiful space and amazing view. I look forward to staying here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rina D.

Apr 2, 2024

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

Truly a five-star experience

Five-star ratings abound but this was truly exceptional for me. It is a cozy (not large, just large enough for 1-2 adults) place but perfect for my needs. Catherine has thought of every single little or big thing that a guest would possibly need. As a bonus we had beautiful weather when I was there, and the front patio is lovely both for morning coffee and sunsets. If you like to hike, Catherine has put together a guidebook that is a hiker's dream: tells you and shows you exactly what you might see on the path, if there is a picnic table, etc. etc. I had an absolutely wonderful stay and would happily return if I stay in the area again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Mar 25, 2024

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

A truly lovely retreat

Catherine's garden studio is the perfect place - a beautiful spot to sit outside and look over the lights of the city at night, or soak up a bit of sun. This is our third time to stay here and out favorite place in Oakland.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Mar 11, 2024

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

Solid Spot

Great unit in the back of a property. Spacious for two people, good communication with the Owner. Parking was slightly challenging but overall great experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Muriel

I am from England but have lived in the US for over 30 years. Many of those years in NYC and now in the Bay Area. I work for a nonprofit helping purpose-driven young leaders find careers with impact, and my husband works in the online world. I love to hike and garden - we have a very large garden that needs considerable attention. There are dozens of amazing hiking trails just five minutes up the road along Skyline Drive. We enjoy the theater, museums, movies, urban environments and cooking. We have recently become empty-nesters which was hard but are getting used to it!

Living in the Bay Area we are fortunate to be able to escape to beautiful places for a couple of days, such as Yosemite, Sonoma and Tahoe. We love to travel, but we are also very aware that living here is idyllic. You can't beat the weather!

As a host we like to let our guests enjoy total privacy. If they want to ask us for anything we are available, but for the most part we leave our guests alone. We have a lovely deck where guests can hang out and enjoy the view (and the stars).