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Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Albany, CA
  • Place, Albany State Marine Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, McLaughlin Eastshore State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Fields
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat

Beautiful top level condo facing Albany Hill. A serene cozy home with a unique architectural structure, minutes from Albany beach and the Waterfront, and the University of Berkeley. Surround yourselves with nature, while being moments away from a variety of amazing restaurants, trendy coffee shops, and performing arts in Downtown Berkeley!
This stylish mid century condo has a private entrance, 2 bedrooms, 1 renovated full bathroom, a spacious living room, a recently updated kitchen, dining room, and can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests. Both bedrooms are spacious and minimal. The first bedroom is equipped with a King bed, and the second bedroom has a Queen bed. Both bedrooms have plenty of storage, and are equipped with nightstands and lamps. The big windows in the bedrooms offer lovely views and natural light.
The ample kitchen is equipped with oven/stove, microwave, refrigerator, and everything you will need to prepare your meals.
The living room is bright and furnished with a comfortable leather sofa , and 2 lounge chairs with ottoman, with a dedicated workspace area, a smart TV, and dining room right by the window with a relaxing view of Albany Hill.
Enjoy the indoor fireplace in the living room, and in-floor heating!
The in unit laundry is equipped with a washer/dryer combo, and offers plenty of space for storage. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the warm living room, by the fireplace, or on the beautiful balcony, which offers great views of Albany Hill. As the property is integrated into the hillside, you will have lovely views on three sides!
Lots of natural light is present in all the rooms.
The property is perfect for individuals, couples and small families relocating to the Bay Area!

Other things to note
Approximately 8 steps up to single level apartment. Apartment is on the top floor and has views on three sides.

Free street parking.

Location:
Albany Hill is a prominent area along the east shore of San Francisco Bay.
It is one of the best places to live in California, as it is safe, it offers residents an urban suburban mix feel, and there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks nearby.
The location offers the possibility to enjoy a variety of activities, all within proximity. Whether you wish to study and visit the University of Berkeley, want to relax and visit the beach, fabulous restaurants and bars, and enjoy the night lifestyle, or prefer to have an adventurous vacation, this is the place to be!

BEACHES AND PARKS
- Albany Hill Park, a Nature-Lover's Paradise is just around the corner!
The park is open space, with a pleasant eucalyptus tree lined rustic trail.

- Albany Beach & Albany Waterfront Trail are approximately is approximately 1.5 mile away
Feel free to also check out Albany bulb, a former landfill which is now a waterside park with graffiti art, a beach, hiking trails & skyline views.

- Keller Beach, in Richmond is 7 miles away

- Lake Temescal is 9.5 miles away.
It has tons of parking, shade, bbqs, picnic tables, trails, playgrounds, and a lake you can fish in (with a permit) and swim

- Indian Rock Park, a great outdoors spot in the urban landscape of city life, is 2.3 miles away

- Tilden Regional Park is 3.9 miles away.
From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone.

FOOD & DRINKS:
- Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar is 0.6 mile away

- Juanita & Maude (wine, cocktails & refined American dishes ) is just 0.5 nile away

- Little Star Pizza-deep and flat pies-is 0.8 miles away

-Sam’s Log Cabin-best breakfast in town-is 0.8 miles away

- Taco Bell is just 0.4 mile away

-Club Mallard Bar-2 levels/3 vibes-snow lodge, Tiki, and pool hall-walkable 0.4 mile jaunt

Ocean View Brew Works-local brewery with fun events-0.4 mile stroll away

Hotsy Totsy Club-funky retro bar w amazing cocktails and taco truck-0.5 mile walk

OTHER ATTRACTIONS

- Solano Avenue, one of the larger shopping districts in the Berkeley area, is 1.2 mile away

-Fourth Street, lovely shopping area with delicious food options, Berkeley flats, is approximately 2 miles away

- Downtown Berkeley is approximately 3.5 miles away

- The University of California, Berkeley, is 3.7 miles away

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Quiet hours are from 10pm to 8am -no parties-this is a quiet residential neighborhood.
- No extra guests without prior approval - Primary renter minimum age requirement is 25 years old. -no smoking/vaping in home-extra cleaning fee $200.
For stays over 30 days guest must use our cleaner once a month at guest expense $175 per cleaning.

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

About the area

Berkeley

Albany, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this condo. Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center.
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Albany, CA

What's nearby

  • Albany State Marine Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Donkey and Goat - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Point Isabel Dog Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Golden Gate Fields - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 6 min drive
  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kitava - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sheng Kee Bakery - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Retreat located?

Located in Albany, this condo building is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Berkeley Marina and 3 mi (4.8 km) from University of California, Berkeley. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km). El Cerrito Plaza Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

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

Nice.

Great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Bright and spacious

A roomy second floor 2bedroom with lots of natural light, new well equipped kitchen and bathroom with two separate areas and two sinks. In the middle of Albany Hill, quiet neighborhood, across the street from a park and butterfly sanctuary. Great view of towns below, sunrise and Berkeley Hills across the way from balcony. A short walk to see sunset over Bay. Three blocks downhill to extensive Solano Ave shopping and restaurants. Steep hill return if walking but worth the view. Owner really responsive and generous our entire winter 4 month stay.
Stayed 116 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great apartment with a great view!

We stayed at the apartment for three months while my family relocated from Albany. This apartment was very comfortable, the location was great, quiet, and safe. Sean was always prompt with communication. I highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 105 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Gail and Michael S.

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

Comfortable, clean, convenient

The condo was very comfortable, clean, up-to-date and has a well-stocked kitchen, etc. The visitor will never run short on toilet paper, shampoo or soap/body wash! We really appreciated the room darkening drapes in the bedroom. As the host's description mentions, it's within walking distance of a major commercial street with shops and restaurants. (also a movie theater which had not yet reopened at the time of our stay.) My only caveats - there's plenty of shelf space in the bedroom closets but if both bedrooms will be occupied, more hangers should be supplied. Also, although cool weather is the norm for the east bay, depending on the time of year, there are hot sunny days and the apartment can get very warm and stuffy. As the list of amenities shows, a fan is NOT included. With the sliding doors in each room open, the condo cools off but the living room sliding has no screens so we kept it closed or opened only about 6 inches. (i spoke to the owner about this and sliding screen may be installed in the future.) fyi, i recommend walking up Hillside Ave (to the left when you leave the condo) The view is spectacular!

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

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

Well be back.

Very nice apartment with first class appointments.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

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Hosted by Sean

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