Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly!
3 Mi to BART Station | 15 Mi to Oakland | 26 Mi to SF
Nature lovers and urban explorers — this Castro Valley vacation rental has you covered! Spend days by the water at Lake Chabot or among towering redwoods at nearby parks, then return to your efficiently equipped 1-bath studio in a quiet neighborhood with a private entrance. Designed for easy living, it accommodates leisure, business, and adventure. Relax in nature, see the sights in Oaktown and SF, and unwind in comfort in between!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Studio: 1 queen bed
STUDIO FEATURES - TV - Stovetop, mini-fridge - Drip coffee maker - Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL - Free WiFi - Central heating - Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries - Keyless entry
FAQ - No A/C - Homeowner on-site, backyard not available - Pet fee (paid pre-trip) - Quiet hours (11:00 PM-8:00 AM) - 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY - Single-story studio, 2 steps to enter
PARKING - Free street parking (first-come, first-served)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Quiet location nestled in nature just outside major Bay Area destinations - 3 miles to Lake Chabot Regional Park - 13 miles to Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park - 7 miles to Oakland Zoo - 6 miles to Hayward Japanese Gardens - 8 miles to Oakland International Airport & 24 miles to San Francisco International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, cats only) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 18 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story studio unit requires 2 steps to enter; there is 1 step down from the driveway path and 1 step up into the unit - This property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning - The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit with a separate entrance, and may be present during your stay. The backyard is not available for guest use - Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located at the front door facing the front entrance area, and 1 camera is located at the back door facing the back entrance area. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. They record video and sound when activated by motion
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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
About the area
Castro Valley
Castro Valley is home to this apartment. Oakland Aviation Museum and Dublin Heritage Park & Museums are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golden Tee Golfland and Lake Chabot Spa. Hayward Flight and Oakland Zoo are also worth visiting.
Is Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly!?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly! on 27 June 2026 start from AU$130, 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 Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Serene Studio in SF Suburbs: Quiet + Cat Friendly! located?
Situated in Castro Valley, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Golden Tee Golfland, Hayward Japanese Gardens and Eden Medical Center. Cinemark Century at Hayward and Lake Chabot Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km). Hayward BART Station is 28 minutes by foot and Castro Valley Station is 28 minutes.
Reviews
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Hayward Hellhole! Filthy, disgusting unit. Took 2 hours after our arrival to be let in. No on-site host. No listed amenities (no towels, no sheets, not even toilet paper!!). No sheets on old and badly stained mattress. Located in partially abandoned house with no exterior lighting and overgrown yard with broken pavement path. Bugs. Filth. So bad that we left wthin 20 minutes of being let in and the corporate property manager has promised a full refund. (Vrbo is stalling on refunding its fee because our pictures do not show absolute proof of bedbugs).