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2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart

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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart

This duplex is located on a safe, charming street 2 blocks from Lake Merritt, and 10 minutes to Bart, Oakland Museum of California and all the shops on Grand Ave and Lakeshore (Safeway, Trader Joes, CVS, Peets, and many more). Visit the Oakland Spice Shop and cook in our fully equipped kitchen with high-end appliances or step outside to all the amazing restaurants that surround the lake. Walk to Bart or rent a FORD GOBIKE or Scooter (LIME & BIRD) available throughout the lake. Off street parking is available for your rental or pick up Zip Car from several locations around the lake. Bosch washer/dryer available in the unit with baby-clean feature.

This unit is on a second floor so there are 16 stairs to a private flat. All dark bamboo floors with wonderful space rugs throughout. Wine fridge available for the perfect temperature next to a build-in desk for all those working in or attending conferences in SF, Oakland or vacationing.

Sunny-Bright Master bedroom features a queen size bed and ELFA closet system for your extended stay. second bedroom has a twin bed and trundle, perfect for one adult/child or extend the trundle to fit 2 adults or kids. Remodeled bathroom with marble floors.

Property manager

carlos martinez

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Oakland, CA

What's nearby

  • Lake Merritt - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Paramount Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Fox Theater - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Jack London Square - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Lake Merritt Station - 3 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico Rico Vegano - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pho King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Heart and Dagger Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Champa Garden - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rico Rico Taco - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart located?

Located in Cleveland Heights, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Merritt and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Jack London Square. Oakland Museum of California and Paramount Theatre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Lake Merritt Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time here‼️
Lovely home, walkable to almost everything ‼️ We will come again and again‼️
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us!
Great location, super clean, easy to access, and greatly appreciated all of the little touches. We were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay in Oakland
This is a great place. Wonderful home, location and friendly family to rent from. I love the decor and the space.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Great location. Will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful artistic home
Great place to stay. A lot of living space for a family to spread out. Also had designated parking which is a huge bonus if arriving late.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Euphronia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Place, Super Host!
We had a great time in Carlos's amazing place. It was clean, beautiful and in a great location. Carlos was truly a super host, helpful and kind and his taste in furnishings was awesome. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing 5 Days in Oakland
Our stay in Oakland was wonderful! The place is beautiful, peaceful and very comfortable. Location is great. It was walkable and safe. Carlos is easy to communicate with, accommodating and hospitable. We would stay here again in a second.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
The apartment is beautiful, comfortable and close to Lake Merritt. We will definitely be back. Thanks Carlos!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H., Fairfax, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Great place to stay during our visit to our daughter in Oakland. Carlos has decorated the unit nicely. There is plenty of room to spread out. I have bad knees and had no problems with the stairs. Hope to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariadne I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO ever!
My husband and I were in the area visiting relatives. The location was perfect. We would have been satisfied with that as long as the dwelling was adequate. But we were thrilled even as we walked up the porch steps: fragrant blossoms in the lovely landscaped front garden. Excellent taste in style blend with comfort in this gorgeous flat. The natural light brightens everything and the views are stellar- What a backyard! We were sad to leave our beloved relatives-- but just as sad to leave this amazing VRBO
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home
This was the second time we stayed at this home which may be all you need to know. It's clean with plenty of room to spread out and most of the conveniences one would expect. It's close (walking distance of about a 1/2 mile with a steep return climb) to shopping and dining areas and to public transportation should you choose not to use a car to get around. Carlos and his family are very warm and welcoming, and it was good to know that they were there just in case (but there were no problems, happily). We highly recommend this rental and hope to stay there again when we next visit Oakland.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Choice
My husband, 16 year-old son and I had a wonderful time at Carlos' place. The apartment was very clean and comfortable. We loved the artwork and the proximity to Lake Merritt. When the smaller bedroom got too hot due to an increase in temperature, we requested a fan and Carlos provided one right way. Communication with him was seamless. We highly recommend this apartment.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl M., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay by Lake Merritt!
We needed a place to stay in Oakland for 12 days, and are so glad we found Carlos’s fantastic place. Super cozy, charming and comfortable, it was perfect for us. It’s full of character and personal touches, and feels very much like a home instead of a rental. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was modern and functional, closet was great, kitchen was well supplied and easy to use, and the two different living room spaces really helped us spread out. There is lots of artwork and some funky antiques too. Most of all, Carlos was an amazing host and a true gentleman. Loved the neighborhood too. We’d stay there again in a second!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M., Manitoba, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, peaceful, unique
Carlos's Oakland property is a lovely oasis of peace and comfort. We felt instantly at home. Light- filled and spacious, this second floor flat is decorated in beautiful style with interesting collections of books, artwork, and curios. Very clean, well-appointed, and safe, and the listing photos show it very well - the reality surpassed our expectations. A perfect home-base to explore SF and the Bay area, with walking-distance to Oakland grocery, restos, and shops. We had such a nice family holiday and I hope to be back sooner rather than later. Thank you! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Art-full Place to Stay
The property is as advertised but the pictures don't do it justice. The unit is a second floor duplex with a locked private entrance that is totally separated from the downstairs unit where the owner lives. We never heard a peep from folks below us. It was quiet, peaceful, and beautiful. Carlos has filled this lovely unit with art he's collected over the years. It's interesting, whimsical, and delightful. It's an older house with modern bathroom, kitchen, and flooring. The unit is well-appointed with amenities to meet your needs. There are games, CDs, a Roku TV, all the kitchen goodies, etc. The neighborhood is safe and very near restaurants, shops, a vintage movie palace (the Grand Lake Theater), and a great urban park (Lake Merritt). It's convenient by highway to S.F. and the Bay Area. Our only quibble -- and involves a purely a personal and subjective matter of preference -- is the bed in the master bedroom was a bit too firm for our taste. We would recommend this great unit without reservation, and with our full endorsement. We'd go back there in a heartbeat if time and circumstances allow.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G., Petaluma, CA, USA

Delightful Lake Merritt area flat, charming and convenient, couldn't have been happier!
We had the most wonderful 2-night stay at this lovely second-story, fully-furnished and equipped flat just 2 blocks from Lake Merritt in Oakland's Cleveland Heights (Haddon Hill) neighborhood. The two-bedroom apartment has its own private entrance, is fully furnished with separate den-TV room, sun-room/bedroom, perfectly appointed kitchen, and an adjoining living area. The property abounds with trees, has an intriguing, clay 'turtle house' in back, and is in a really lovely, quiet neighborhood. The owners have decorated the living space with an unusually eclectic and tasteful mix of artworks and artifacts from around the world, and it gives a truly welcoming, warm and intriguing ambience to all the rooms. Our hosts, Carlos and Katherine, were most welcoming, offering full explanations of the amenities and also a fascinating history of the home and property. The rental was just minutes from the lovely Lake Merritt, an amazing farmers' market (on Saturday mornings), and a plethora of shops (Oaktown Spice Shop was a fave!!), cafes (Arizmendi bakery!), restaurants, and other attractions. Chinatown and many other neighborhoods are also within walking distance, so we used out car only to go to Redwood Regional Park, an amazing wilderness so close by. The provided off-street parking space was an extra and much-appreciated benefit! We give this property our highest possible rating, and we definitely intend to return, to continue our explorations of this unique corner of Oakland. Thank you, folks! You were truly wonderful hosts, and we felt entirely at home in your space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
As always, a great place to stay! Carlos is a wonderful host and his upstairs apartment is comfortable and amazingly decorated and equipped. Love staying here. It is close to our daughter’s apartment which makes it super handy for us when we visit Oakland. Thanks again Carlos!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable!
I stayed one week at this lovely home. It was quiet but also close to everything. I’m booking again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Fabulous!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a great location
This was a great rental in a wonderful neighborhood. We greatly enjoyed our time and would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

NIcole O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
This was a delightful, spacious and well-stocked place for my two daughters and me to spend Cal Parent’s weekend. Communication was on point, the unit is clean, bright and lovely. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would absolutely stay again - great for kids too
Absolutely loved the property. Very cozy, clean, and had all the major amenities one might need. Traveling with a 2 year old, very much appreciated how kid friendly this property was, with a sun/play room, plenty of movies, books, stroller, and more. Walkable to Trader Joes, restaurants, Fairyland (kids theme park), and more. Really enjoyed the stay. No issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William L., Montclair

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, comfy house!
My wife, my daughter and I stayed here for four nights, and loved every minute of our stay! The house is very clean and comfortable, and the windows let in a lot of fresh air. The kitchen was well-stocked with pots, pans and utensils- so if you are planning on staying a while, you will be able to cook your own meals, if you desire. Carlos was very friendly and welcoming- one evening he showed us around the yard and we talked about the history of the house, and the work he had put into it. It's clear by how clean and well-maintained the place is, that he really cares about the place, and sees it as more than a rental property. If we are ever out this way again, we will definitely try to book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little piece of heaven
We loved staying here so much that after one day, my son would talk about it as "home." It feels a bit like a treehouse, being on the second floor with trees all around. The sheets are soft, the bathroom is beautiful, there is a ton of space (much more than I expected -- two living rooms), it smelled lovely, and so many windows to keep open to enjoy the Bay Area weather. It is decorated in a way that feels warm and really like a home -- with so many interesting and beautiful things to look at -- and everything in its place at the same time. There are games for lots and lots of information about the local area. The garden in the front is gorgeous. On the practical side, check in and check out was super easy, the washing machine and dryer worked great, the kitchen is big and well equipped, and it is meticulous. I feel so lucky we got to stay here and hope to return in the not too distant future. Thank you, Carlos!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect in every way. Super attentive host.
Great location. Fully walkable. Quiet cozy neighborhood. Very roomy and well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022