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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen

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Richmond, CA
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    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

La Casa De Madera- "The wood house"

"La Casa De Madera" Near the El-Ceritto boarder is a custom handcrafted tiny/small house that is unique and one of a kind. Designed and built by Conscious Construction this house was built largely from reclaimed, re-purposed, and custom milled wood. Occupying a wonderful small piece of land where an eighty year old carriage house once stood. The original redwood siding from the carriage house was re-purposed and now clads some of the interior walls of the house giving a feel and texture you rarely see. The new house has magnificent San Francisco Bay views. Designed to capture the views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the beautiful sunsets overlooking brooks island and the expansive bay views. It was also designed to provide privacy with all the comforts of a home. From the easily accessible sleeping loft you can enjoy wonderful southern views with a glimpse of both the Bay Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge. The kitchen has a two burner gas stove with a beautiful live edge counter top empathizing the organic feel of the space. Custom tiled shower and Alaskan yellow cedar clad the bathroom walls.

While in the living space you can sit in the love- seat (which doubles as a sofa bed), and enjoy the flat screen TV and full Wi-Fi access. There is also a mini gas fire place heater to enjoy on cold San Francisco bay nights.
Although unique and custom, this house is very practical and efficient. It's perfect for people visiting the area for a short or extended stay, as it is a self-sufficient house with all the comforts of home. It's minutes form the freeway access, with only a short drive to Berkeley, Oakland, Marin, and San Francisco. The house is a 12 minute walk to the El-Cerrito Natural Grocery which is a community gathering spot, and
20 minute walk to Bart. In 8 minutes you can drive to the new ferry terminal in Richmond and be in San Francisco in no time! Meeting all your bay area needs the "Casa De Madera", is a must!

We ask only the most responsible and serious guests inquire. This house was designed and crafted with a lot of care and love. We only want guests who can appreciate and respect the space. Absolutely no parties are allowed.

RULES:

. Respect the parking location
. Respect the neighbors
. Respect the home owner
. Respect recycling rules
. Most important respect the house!

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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
We love pets, however the space is sooo small
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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 and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is La Casa De Madera- "The wood house" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Casa De Madera- "The wood house"?

As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Casa De Madera- "The wood house" on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$216, 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.

How much is parking at La Casa De Madera- "The wood house"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Casa De Madera- "The wood house"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Casa De Madera- "The wood house"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Casa De Madera- "The wood house" located?

Located in Richmond Annex, this holiday home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Golden Gate Fields and within 6 miles (10 km) of San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Lytton Casino. University of California, Berkeley and Berkeley Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km). El Cerrito del Norte Station is 23 minutes by foot and El Cerrito Plaza Station is 25 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn H.

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

Great Stay

Our stay at the wooden house was great! We explored San Francisco and were happy with you quaint stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ty C.

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

Great quiet

Really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Unique Great Stay

Enjoyed our 3 nights here. Good location to go into San Francisco and also Napa.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Quiet private and safe

I was really only there to sleep between a few events, but I found the house to be everything I needed. The shower was great! Plenty of warm water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dyan P.

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

Sweet spot

It was perfect. Host was awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great little cottage

Really neat little place a nice neighborhood with a great view just The Owner. Even stopped by to make sure we didn’t need anything. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Enjoyable and relaxing stay

We enjoyed our stay at La Casa De Madera while visiting the east Bay Area. The location is convenient, and the neighborhood is very quiet. While small, it is a nice accommodation for two people.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baba Erwin

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

rest inside the ceder

It as ease filled as it looks and feels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

Adorable - Functional - Perfect

Amazing location, first time in a tiny home, lacked for nothing… 2 day stay… perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhys Y.

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

Super nice small house

It was a super nice stay for two people with easy access to the city of San Francisco and surrounding areas!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl D.

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

Hidden oasis

My second time staying here. It’s clean,quiet, and centrally located to everything. Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elsa B.

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

Cute Tiny House with a View

Accurately described listing. Cozy. Nice view of the Bay Bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

aiyana b.

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

Clean, nice area

The property was tidy and the surrounding area was very quiet. The host is quite friendly and responsive. The futon mattress in the loft and the sofa bed are a bit uncomfortable and I would have liked to have had a microwave in the unit, but otherwise my partner and I had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

May Y.

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

Perfect getaway

We thought the wood house was charming. The space was perfect for two with breathtaking views, an excellent shower in a lovely location. Absolutely no complaints from us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Cool Place

The place is a cabin with a loft. Perfect for me. Cool place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Lovely

Had. lovely time here. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

What a view!

This refuge was the perfect location for us over the days that we were there. It is a nice walk to restaurants. It was clean, and the view from both the main level and the loft was exceptional!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy S.

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

Tiny house

Comfortable tiny house in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen N. N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Butte Property

Very nice house. Everything was in good order.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree M.

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

The Suite

Like a symphonic overture of the same name, this tiny little “suite” was delightfully charming! I initially booked it to be reminded of my stays in Portugal, but upon arriving and peering out over the Bay the serenity was more on par with a past stay on the hillside of Beausoleil overlooking Monaco!! Definitely would recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

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

Cutest little house

Cute, well put together little house that had everything we needed for the few days we were in the area. Great communication with the owner of the unit. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George M.

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

Nice Stay

Well lit at nite for check in. Warm interior. Inviting. Kitchen just what's needed and bed firm but full.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW E.

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

Amazing Lil house

This place is truly a gem! I can't say enough how perfect it is. Perfect location, beautiful with excellent craftsmenship, great function, easy check-in, and on and on! Wish we could have stayed for longer. May very well be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Andrew-Thank you so much for your great review. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. You are definitely welcome and we’d love to host you again. Milkah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl D.

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

Hidden in plain sight

My visit was too see friends in the area. Mission accomplished. Staying here was very comfortable. Certainly quiet at night. Easy access to parking. Futon bed “very supportive
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin V.

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

Perfect getaway for two

My husband and I decided to reserve this property while we were visiting San Francisco in celebration of his birthday. The property was just as described. It was the perfect amount of space for us! And the bed was surprisingly very comfortable! We would definitely consider staying here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Milkah Cunningham

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Hello and welcome!
My name is Milkah and my nickname is Shiko! I grew up in Kenya. I have been in the USA for over half my life. I have two great kids. I work for the University of California and my work experience has nurtured my passion for Real Estate. I love traveling, hiking, watching sports, watching movies and spending time with my family and friends.
I have been friends with Jeff (the property owner) for years and he thought I would be a great fit to manage this fantastic property since I have a Property Management Certification and I enjoy interacting with people. Jeff and his two kids occupy the principle home on the property which was recently built.
I love meeting people from different parts of the world and I look forward to connecting with you as a host. I am excited to be a part of this community and I will do my best to make your stay as comfortable as possible!

Why they chose this property

The property is a custom handcrafted Tiny/small house and it's unique and one of a kind made wood house from all re purposed wood.The new house has magnificent San Francisco Bay views. It's designed to capture the views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the beautiful sunsets overlooking brooks island and the expansive bay views.

What makes this property unique

privacy
relaxing
great views

Languages:

English, Swahili

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