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Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood.

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Front door
View from gate
Patio dining area
Entry
patio sitting area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 459.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA
  • University of California, Berkeley
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Greek Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (JCC-China Basin Heliport)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood.

Lovingly designed and built, with peaked ceilings, gas fireplace, radiant heat floors and wooden windows. Private patio area. Bedroom #1 with queen size bed. Bedroom #2/den has couch that converts to full-size bed. Day bed in living room has twin mattress. Full size appliances, fully equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer in cottage.

Walking distance to College Avenue shops and restaurants, UC Berkeley and BART. Parking space available, but many people come without a car. Elmwood neighborhood has a library, bank, movie theater, 2 bookstores and many great restaurants and shops. Great location for visiting Berkeley, or as a base for exploring San Francisco and northern California.



Property manager

Patty Reidenbach
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
With prior approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property
Personal information and documentation will be required

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Berkeley

Elmwood, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this cottage. Pier 39 and Ferry Building are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
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Berkeley, CA

What's nearby

  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Greek Theater - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 9 min drive
  • Rockridge Station - 16 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pressed Juicery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boichik Bagels - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brand New Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood. located?

This family-friendly Berkeley cottage is located in Elmwood, within 1 mi (2 km) of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Memorial Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km). Rockridge Station is 16 minutes by foot and Ashby Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Elmwood
Lovely cottage; private and quiet. Excellent location for shops and walking.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Barnett R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Great host, great cottage, great location. We have stayed here several times and look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Berkeley Cottage
Overall impression was very favorable. The host was kind and attentive, location was ideal and the cottage was well equipped.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mack v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!!
Nearby places to eat and grocery shop very convenient! Host responded to our questions promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish, comfortable, private
Thoughtfully designed and provisioned. Comfortable for our multugeneraltional family of four. Exceptional location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great property
This cottage was in a perfect location and the hostess was so welcoming and wonderful to work with!
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Very charming, great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location.
Patty has a great cozy place with all the amenities. Fantastic location. Shops and great food options around the corner. 20 min stroll through Berkeley to get to campus. Patty made everything easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Cottage and Host
The cottage is very nice and cozy. The host is very sweet and accommodating. We could easily walk to UC Berkeley, many restaurants around and shops - we didn't need a car until we went into SF. I hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet place
The neighborhood was quiet as was the house We slept well and the beds were comfortable The host Gave us her parking spot Too
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Essence of Berkeley
Comfortable stay in an idyllic location with the the best of Berkeley nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Cute cottage, great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, wonderful space
This is a small cottage behind the main house in my favorite Berkeley neighborhood (walk to the movie theater, bakeries, coffee shops, grocery store). I liked the radiant heating and warm floor in the winter, comfortable bed with great linens, and lots of light yet private. It's no longer new, and some of the furnishing is showing its age, but I found the place very comfortable. Parking in the driveway was great, as parking can be tight in this area. Patty was an excellent host.
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Close to restaurants. Short ride to Bay Ferry. Very quiet at night. Clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at the cottage!
I can see why I’m not the only one who keeps coming back again and again to patty’s cottage. Patty’s such a helpful and responsive host and the cottage is perfectly situated in a great neighborhood
Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C., California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oakland stay
Nice place, privacy and good location. Very walkable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joann B., Newark, Delaware (USA)

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood stay!
Patty was a wonderful host and we had everything we needed. Fun to meet some neighbors at the Easter brunch and egg hunt. Close to a variety of restaurants and shops. Hope to be back next year again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect family cottage for visitors!
We have family coming to visit from the east coast at least twice a year and this has been the perfect place for them when they are in town. Patty is a fantastic host and the cottage is always well kept. It’s a plus to be walking distance to our house and so many things on College Ave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Our family came to Berkeley to visit our sister and her family. The location and accommodations were perfect. Patty is an amazing host. Greeted us on our arrival and instructions were easy to understand. My dad has mobility issues so we loved the easy access as well as excellent security. Thank you, Patty, for a lovely visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey M., Wausau, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Berkeley neighborhood
This location was so convenient. Close to all we needed, safe and quiet. We didn't cook but the kitchen was really nice if you wanted to...full size appliances, lots of tools, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Lovely cottage in a great neighborhood. The host was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit!
Check in was super easy, passcode on the gate. Place was clean and everything worked. Really cute neighborhood. Enjoyed walking into town for great food. Recommendation from me!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
So appreciated the stay here. Lovely experience, beautiful, quiet, tranquil, great neighborhood, friendly and accessible hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann L., Winthrop

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot!
My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at this peaceful, pretty spot - the location was super convenient to walk to College Ave restaurants / grocery store and shops. The gardens on this street were verdant and gorgeous. The owner couldn't be more accommodating and the cottage has everything you could possibly need - we loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William Mercer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Great, again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Patty Reidenbach

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Recently retired L&D RN. Born in San Francisco and raised in Berkeley (next door to this location). Two sets of my great-great-grandparents came in the gold rush, and I help preserve my great-parents house, which is an Oakland landmark.

Why they chose this property

Berkeley combines a world-class university, a lively history of social change, great beauty, a temperate climate, restaurants of every kind and and a wide selection of cultural events. It spoiled me for living anywhere else ( though I did try).

What makes this property unique

I built this cottage with myself in mind, and I plan to live there when I'm older. I made sure it felt spacious despite its small size, and had lots of interesting details.

Languages:

English

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