Entire Hilltop Cottage Retreat with Canyon Views: Heart of the the Bay Area

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Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Castro Valley, CA

California State University East Bay15 min drive
RingCentral Coliseum18 min drive
Oakland Zoo19 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

About this property

Entire Private retreat. Stay at Cross Canyon Views Ranch and Create precious and rare intimate moments with family and loved ones. This is a ranch with 360 Views of Castro Valley canyons. Recharge with a morning cup of coffee on the deck looking out at the canyons. Gather for lunch under the patio in view of the Oak Tree. Have moonlight dinners under the stars. Rare getaway just minutes from everything the Bay Area has to offer. Great for a large family or two family accommodation.

This ranch is in the heart of Castro valley. Minutes away from San Ramon and Hayward and freeway access. It has a beautiful farmhouse cottage with a 1 bedroom detached unit situated on a hilltop with canyon views and surrounded by hills and trees . Entire cottage has been newly renovated with all new appliances and furniture. It has been customized to create a relaxing space for families to spend time together. Cottage available for guest is a two bedroom with two bathrooms, full kitchen designed for light cooking. Private yard space with covered patio and covered deck. There is also a detached 1bedroom unit with a kitchenette with all new appliances and new furniture. Property can host two small families or one large family. Wheel chair accessible for 1 bedroom unit with no steps. Please ask host for more details and accessibility needs. There are a total of 2 king beds and two full beds, idea for 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children. Cleanliness is top priority. You can be assured everything has been wiped down and sanitized for your stay.

Kitchen is equipped for light cooking, please plan your trip accordingly (salt, pepper, oil etc will not be provided due to Covid protocol).

Although we welcome families with small children to stay we do not provide cribs, play pens high chairs upon request.

There are two outdoor security cameras on property overlooking fenced areas to monitor animals and one overlooking driveway and parts of patio for security measures. Cameras remain on 24/7 and must not be tampered with. Animal care takers will need to stop by sometimes to tend to them and will give you notice when we do.

No loud outdoor music, loud noise or disturbance of any kind. Although we are on our own hilltop there are surrounding neighbors and because we are in the canyons noise does amplify. No outside visitors without consent of owner.

Crosscaynonviewsranch.com

Property manager

Mai

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Castro Valley Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 1,800 Sq Ft | Steps to Enter

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children must be super oat all times.

Events

No events allowed

Over 8 guest Must have approval by host.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Family gatherings and daytime visitors must be approved. no loud outdoor music, or any kind of loud noise/disturbance

All guest must remove shoes upon entering home. No smoking property. No climbing on fences. Cannot enter locked areas. 2 outdoor security cameras.

No wood burning. Outside heaters and fire pits subject to additional $65 charge each propane tank. Must request prior to check in.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Over 8 guest Must have approval by host.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Castro Valley

Located in Castro Valley, this cottage is in the city centre. Behring Auto Museum and Blackhawk Automotive Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Oakland Zoo and Golden Tee Golfland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at RingCentral Coliseum or Oracle Arena.

Castro Valley, CA

What's nearby

Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve - 11 min drive
California State University East Bay - 15 min drive
Stoneridge Shopping Center - 15 min drive
RingCentral Coliseum - 18 min drive
Oakland Zoo - 19 min drive

Getting around

Castro Valley Station - 9 min drive
Pleasanton Station - 22 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
‪i-Tea - ‬8 min drive
‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive
‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Entire Hilltop Cottage Retreat with Canyon Views: Heart of the the Bay Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Entire Hilltop Cottage Retreat with Canyon Views: Heart of the the Bay Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire Hilltop Cottage Retreat with Canyon Views: Heart of the the Bay Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Entire Hilltop Cottage Retreat with Canyon Views: Heart of the the Bay Area located?

Located in the heart of Castro Valley, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of City Center Bishop Ranch, Hayward Japanese Gardens and Friendly Health Technologies. Crow Canyon Country Club and Lone Tree Cemetery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

3 Feb 2024

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

BOOK IT!

If you are looking for a quiet, clean, relaxing AMAZING little ranch to enjoy with friends and family, and don't want to be in the city, but have access to it, close proximity to shops, restaurants, etc...THIS PLACE IS TRULY A GEM!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art N.

30 Dec 2023

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

A relaxing retreat

My family had a wonderful time at the property. The five of us were able to lounge around together in the living room or the the outside seating areas. The property feels remote, but is near enough to major roads to make travel fairly easy. And its fun to see the goats and horses watching us as we entered or left the property.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

8 Dec 2023

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

Beautiful Views

The house and guest house were great. Main was a 2/2, kitchen, dining, living room. The guest house was a 1/1 with a kitchen, living and dining as well. The mountainous views were great and the goats and ponies always greeted us everytime we stepped outside. Would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

1 Dec 2023

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

Nice Place

Nice clean space. Lots of traffic noise at night, but other than that it was nice. Well suited for a family in the main house. The bedroom with the two double beds isn't suited well for adults. Overall it was nice space though.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louie E.

27 Aug 2023

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

Piece of heaven.

Great location and beautiful sunset....really comfortable beds. Mai was very responsive and very helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal S.

21 Aug 2023

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

Family Weekend Getaway

Amazing property that was so kid friendly! We were in town for a family wedding with a 4 year old and infant in tow. The two houses were perfect, we stayed in one house with the kids and my parents and sister stayed in the other. The outdoor area was perfect for summer night dinners and the kitchen was stocked with the necessary cookware. Would stay again if we are ever back in town!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron R.

13 June 2023

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

Crow Canyon

We had a very comfortable and relaxing stay. Host was responsive and it was centrally located for our family visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

18 May 2023

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

Great Place...

Nice place in a beautiful area. Very clean. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill U.

12 May 2023

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

Serenity

Very peaceful, and perfect location for our needs. Close to stores and dining was surprisingly good

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

8 May 2023

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

Relaxing

Very nice property with great views. Very clean and enjoyed the open space outside as well as the goats and small horses.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

27 Dec 2022

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

Cute and clean-great place with lots of room!

Bedrooms and bathrooms have a hotel feel. Kitchen and living room are laid out well. The property is spacious and everything was immaculate. Great finishes-comfy couch. Comfortable, modern vibe.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy V.

14 Nov 2022

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

Magical and perfect

I had the best stay with my friends and family. An unforgettable weekend and I can't thank the host enough! The views were gorgeous, the rooms were all super comfortable, and tons of space for outdoor activities. I'd love to stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

daniel t.

6 July 2022

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

Great location, Friendly Host

Great property, large outside area and homey interiors. Would recommend for family gatherings and small events.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yohsuke K.

6 June 2022

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

Great spacious family stay with amazing setting!

Me and my family recently rented this property for my son’s birthday and it was absolutely wonderful. All the kids loved the animals and the open outside space to play games and we ended up having a great barbecue and made s'mores around the fire pit. Overall 5/5 stay, Mai is an amazing and understanding host and responds very quickly if needed. Thanks to her and her family I can say my family had a wonderful trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tuan N.

25 May 2022

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

City life with a country feel

What a gem of a stay!! When I first arrived, I was greeted by two of the sweetest mini ponies. Then to top it off, there are also a bunch of goats there that roam the side of the property. Don’t feed the animals btw. It was a great property about 10 mins from the highway but it never felt like we were that close to the city. The property itself was absolutely gorgeous. Plenty of space in the yard to hang out, nice, quiet and secluded. The house itself was completely redone and you can tell the owner did not cut any corners. Kitchen has all the amenities you would need. Included was a laundry room just in case you need to wash any clothes. Ample parking and plenty of space for your kids to play. Everything was clean and tidy. Nice new appliances throughout. The property actually has two units in one so just in case you need a place for parents, relatives or friends. This is by far the best vacation rental I’ve booked here in the Bay Area, and that is just the property. The owner/host is absolutely wonderful and caring. Made sure my stay was one to remember. She is very responsive and made checking in and checking out a breeze. It is rare that Anyone would rate an owner better than the property especially since this is such a beautiful property her attention to detail is uncanny. She is soooo sweet. Made me and my wife feel right at home. She treated us as family and not just vacationers. Property was great but the host was even better. We are already planning on staying there again. So if you are looking for a nice getaway, this is the place. You will not be disappointed in any aspect.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noah D.

25 May 2022

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

Perfect spot for families

We are a young family of four from Denver, Colorado. Mai went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional. We have two young children and they absolutely loved seeing the animals next to the property. There were plenty of toys and books, and Mai even offered a crib for our youngest. We will definitely be staying here again when we’re next in town.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikhila T.

17 May 2022

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

Wonderful stay!!!

We cannot recommend Mai and this property enough. The place is so cute with beachy vibes, such gorgeous views. and there's so much space around the house to spend time outside with big groups. Mai is extremely responsive, welcoming, and so easy to work with. The house was well stocked with essentials and we really cannot recommend her place enough!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022