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Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley

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Room
Tastefully Crafted room
Living area
Queen Futon bed
Spacious room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Berkeley, CA
  • University of California, Berkeley
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Greek Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (JCE-Oakland Convention Center Heliport)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Spacious bedroom with living area

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Personal bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley

About this space
Stay in a spacious private studio in a beautiful Mediterranean home built by famous architect B. Reede Hardman, block away from the Legendary Claremont Hotel {1 mile from the Rockridge BART metro station/3-5 min drive/uber, 15-20 min walk~ 1.5 miles from UC Berkeley/5-7 min drive~10 miles from San Francisco/20 min drive}. The studio has secured private entrance, queen bed, vintage Burmese couch, dresser, desk, living area, microwave, fridge, and laundry.
The space
*The main house was built in the 1920's, the Mediterranean architecture, hardwood floors and French doors add to its charm.
*Located in the proximity of the landmark Claremont Hotel which offers added convenience of Spa, Salon, Massage, Gym, Tennis Club and Fine Dining within two blocks of walking distance.
*Private studio is spacious and tastefully decorated. The studio is ideal for two people on a queen size mattress bed.
*Microwave, coffee maker, small refrigerator and kettle/utensils for beverages.
*Free dual band WIFI is available.
*Laundry is included in the studio as a bonus.
*Wooden Burmese couch, table/chair, Lap desk, fan, electric heater, extra linen, towels and blankets are available in the closets.
*This is a pet-free and smoke-free environment.
*We strive on keeping the space spot-clean and dust-free.
Guest access
*Your ‘Private Entrance’ – after street parking, you will need to walk through the driveway of the main house and make a left at the parking area to enter the Rear Studio with key provided in a Key Box.
*Key Box code will provided in the 'check-in email' a few days before your scheduled arrival date. You will not need host to be present in person for entering the studio at any hour.
Other things to note
*Please Do Not park in the driveway of the main house. Permit-Free street parking is available outside.
*Please do not leave any visible items/valuables in your parked cars as a 'rule of thumb' for parking in any city (even if this neighborhood is upscale and safe).

Property manager

Kalpana Singh

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Berkeley

Located in Claremont, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the bay. Greek Theater and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ferry Building and Alcatraz Island. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Oakland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Berkeley, CA

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Greek Theater - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Jack London Square - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 8 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Rockridge Station - 2 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 12 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pressed Juicery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fournée Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boichik Bagels - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Claremont Lobby Lounge & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley?

As of 26 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley on 27 Apr 2025 start from AU$357.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Spacious Private Studio ~ Upscale Berkeley located?

Located in Claremont, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of California, Berkeley, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Telegraph Avenue. Memorial Stadium and Greek Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km). Rockridge Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CV P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna F., West Point, NY

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

Excellent Location

I enjoyed my stay. Perfect location for my quick weekend visit. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ok, dimly light and parking a pain

Musty,dark room, bath past 2 doors, parking on dark streets a pain, our car got damaged.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Deanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint decor but not clean. Shoddy structure, a garage makeover poorly done. No sink for cleaning what small amount of dishes were there. Temp in room was 56 degrees on arrival. Only one space heater ran 8 hours to get up to 60 degrees. Lot of floor level changes- not recommended for disabled or elderly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

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

Comfortable studio in upscale Berkeley

Comfortable stay in a beautiful section of Berkeley. Everything as described in listing. Even though the weather was very cold and wet the space was comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine E.

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

Great Stay

Absolutely amazing space. Very attentive host. Great location. Comfortable accommodations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful Area and great communication. But frankly the space is very cluttery and dusty like an antique store. Many items in the space are clearly just being stored there (it's attached to a large house) and not design elements for the guest, for either appearance or convenience. There is a large urn half filled with water which I never could figure out was supposed to be my drinking water. When I looked for coffee I found a nearly empty can of Folgers in the 2nd or 3rd drawer down below the coffee maker. There are hand written signs all over the space about what to do and not do including 'don't plug in more than 3 things into outlets to avoid a power outage'. There is one wall heater than somewhat heats the space, and a radiator that you can roll out, but there's no place to plug it in. I'm actually surprised if not skeptical that most of the reviews are positive. I've never left a negative review on a place. I usually only review if it's positive. There's so much potential with this space. It's a shame the owners are doing only the minimum toward making it an outstanding experience for the price being asked.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B., Pleasanton,Ca, USA

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

Long term stay

My son goes to Cal and stayed here for a couple months. It was a great stay. Beautiful safe neighborhood. Would stay again!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

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

Excellent! Great for a quick overnight!

This space is a converted garage unit that feels quite private despite being attached to the house (doors are locked in between the home and the rental space). We really enjoyed our stay. We especially loved the quiet and the comfortable sleeping arrangements. We felt safe and appreciated the cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely accommodations if we were in the area again we would use it again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely and perfect for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eddy S.

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

Spacious Comfort

We were in town to celebrate a family birthday. We found our space perfect in terms of comfort and spaciousness. The kitchenette was perfect for morning coffee and oatmeal. Our other meals were "out" with family. The bed was comfortable and the space was well equipped furnishing everything we needed. Everything's was as depicted in the website photos. We would be happy to return to this space in the future when it isn't possible to stay with our family. Two thumbs up!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James O.

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

We’d stay there again

Location: quite residential area in hills of eastern Berkeley, relatively quiet. Distance from hubbub was a plus for us, but I can imagine some might want attractions at their doorstep. Strong Wi-Fi, good hot water Washer and dryer very useful We’d stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malwina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious, close to the highway with beautiful view! Thank you for hosting me!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla T.

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

Cosy and comfortable stay

It was really nice, comfortable and easy to stay here. It was very clean and cosy, great to have a small fridge, kettle and mini-oven as well as cutlery and a selection of teas. It can get a bit cold during the night and it is a shame, that there is no window facing the view over the bay, but overall it was a really nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Nathan E.

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

Almost 5-star

This is a large, comfortable room at the back of a large residence in a quiet neighborhood. It has its own entrance and is pleasantly situated with windows overlooking the garden. It has its own washer and dryer in a corner of the room, along with dorm-size fridge, microwave, toaster oven, and French press. The host is very courteous and accessible by email. One big plus for me is that the room is very quiet (as described in other reviews), and the mattress is good so I was able to sleep well even while traveling. The only thing that prevents me from giving the room a 5-star rating is that there is no sink in the room, which means that water for drinking and washing dishes must be obtained from the bathroom sink. I found this arrangement less than ideal and a bit frustrating at times. A little plumbing work to add a true kitchenette with sink could easily turn this room into a 5-star accommodation. But this minor complaint is balanced out by the price and other positive features mentioned above. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois G., Tallahassee, FL

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

Christmas stay

We enjoyed staying in this Uplands property. The neighborhood is first class, so we felt totally safe. We are grandparents in town for Christmas, and although we only slept in the VRBO, we felt we had good value. Plenty of linens were supplied, and the space heaters kept us warm in the unusually frosty weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Narguess M.

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

Wonderful

Just perfect for my needs. Close to everything, charming place and beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noah D.

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

Nice guest house in a great location!

Nice, quiet and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan C., Gold Hill, Oregon, USA

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

Awesome!

Easy access with on-street parking in a nice neighbourhood. Very quiet. The bed was super comfy. I will book again the next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Robert S.

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

Stay at Uplands

Comfortable, good location, quiet, spacious. Bathroom could have been cleaner, e.g. floor, toilet, shower curtain. No real coffee available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

The prefect neighborhood stay

The studio is clean, spacious, and private. I was in town for a visit with family, so I was eating all my meals away and needed a comfortable and quiet place to relax in the evenings - and a good location to take my runs in the mornings. This was perfect! I had a few interactions with the host who was gracious and helpful during my 2 week stay. I’m going to recommend this to everyone I know looking for a place to stay in Berkeley. So lovely!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla F., Santa Barbara, CA

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

Great location!

Spacious room in excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kalpana Singh

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I am a research scientist who loves to host.

Why they chose this property

The main house was built in the 1920's, the Mediterranean architecture, built by famous architect B. Reede Hardman, a block away from the Legendary Claremont Hotel.

What makes this property unique

*Located in the proximity of the landmark Claremont Hotel which offers added convenience of Spa, Salon, Massage, Gym, Tennis Club and Fine Dining within two blocks of walking distance.
*Private studio is spacious and tastefully decorated. The studio is ideal for one/two people/couple with a queen size mattress bed.
*Microwave, coffee maker, small refrigerator and kettle/utensils.
*Free dual band WIFI is available.
*Laundry is included in the studio as a bonus.
*Wooden Burmese couch, table/chair, Lap desk, fan, electric heater, extra linen, towels and blankets are available in the closets.
*This is a pet-free and smoke-free environment.
*We strive on keeping the space spot-clean and dust-free.

Languages:

English
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