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2BR, Canyon Views • WiFi • Parking • Near CSU & Hospitals, BART & Trails.
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
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Explore the area
Hayward, CA
- California State University East Bay16 min walk
- Chabot College9 min drive
- Oakland Zoo18 min drive
- San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
About this property
2BR, Canyon Views • WiFi • Parking • Near CSU & Hospitals, BART & Trails.
Peaceful 2-Bedroom Canyon Retreat in the Hayward Hills — Scenic, Private, and Well-Connected
Welcome to your peaceful escape in the heart of the Hayward Hills. This bright and private two-bedroom in-law apartment sits on the lower level of our family home and offers a rare blend of natural beauty, cozy privacy, and excellent access to the Bay Area.
Perched on the edge of a quiet canyon, the apartment overlooks a protected forest preserve with a seasonal creek that attracts abundant wildlife. Wake up to birdsong each morning, watch the mist roll through the trees at sunrise, and unwind in the evening as your eyes rest on the greenery below and the ever-changing California sky above. In springtime, orange, lemon, and plum trees bloom just outside your door, and you may catch the sweet scent drifting into your private space.
Your Private Apartment
Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing and productive stay:
Two comfortable bedrooms: one with a queen-size bed, and one with a twin bed plus an electric sit-stand desk — perfect for students or guests working remotely.
A dedicated office nook with a spacious desk, extra monitor, and bookshelves for your materials.
A fully equipped kitchen with an oven, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and all the basic cooking essentials, so you can prepare meals at home whenever you wish.
A private bathroom with a walk-in shower stocked with fluffy towels and essentials.
Your own washer and dryer, available exclusively for your use — no sharing required.
High-speed Wi-Fi that’s reliable enough for video calls, streaming, or online classes.
A small private porch overlooking the canyon, ideal for sipping coffee while listening to the birds or unwinding with a good book.
Parking is easy — you’ll have a designated spot on our driveway, just steps from your private entrance. You’ll also find clear pathways leading directly to your door, surrounded by beautiful mature trees.
Quiet Community and Thoughtful Hosting
Our property is located in a quiet, safe residential neighborhood with beautiful homes and caring neighbors. We proudly host this apartment in the true spirit of home-sharing — a welcoming home away from home for students, families, and travelers alike.
Our family lives upstairs in the main part of the house. We are both working professionals with two school-aged children who follow a regular weekday routine. This is a typical California home with standard construction — it is not fully soundproof — so you may occasionally hear the gentle sounds of everyday life above you: footsteps, conversations, or kids getting ready for school.
We are mindful of your comfort and privacy and maintain a calm, quiet routine, especially during evenings and overnight hours. To keep our space peaceful for everyone, we kindly ask that guests respect our quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.
Our goal is for you to feel completely at ease — enjoying the beauty and calm of the canyon while knowing you have a caring host family nearby if you need anything during your stay.
Nature and Wildlife
One of the best features of your stay is the direct connection to nature. Just steps from your door, you can access one of the area’s most scenic hiking trails — perfect for enjoying birdsong, fresh forest air, and the peaceful surroundings. Our canyon is home to local wildlife, including deer, turkeys, foxes, raccoons, and plenty of native birds. In the backyard, we maintain active beehives to support local pollinators — you may see bees visiting the citrus blossoms in spring, so please admire them from a safe distance.
To protect the natural environment and ensure everyone’s safety, we ask guests not to enter the backyard or approach wildlife.
Convenient Bay Area Location
Though tucked away in nature, you’re wonderfully connected to the entire Bay Area:
• 2 miles to California State University, East Bay — an easy walk or quick drive for visiting students, faculty, or family.
• 6 miles to Eden Medical Center (Castro Valley) — about 12 minutes by car
• 8 miles to Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center — about 15 minutes by car
• Convenient to both Hayward BART and Castro Valley BART, making travel to San Francisco, Oakland, and the wider East Bay simple and direct.
• Close to bus stops and major highways for day trips around the region.
• Easy access to grocery stores including Trader Joe’s, Safeway, local farm markets, a Mexican market, an Asian grocery store, and weekend farmers markets for fresh, local produce.
• 13 miles to Oakland International Airport
• 26 miles to San Francisco International Airport
• 28 miles to San Jose International Airport
• 22 miles to Palo Alto Executive Airport
House Rules
To maintain this peaceful retreat for all, we kindly ask that you:
Follow quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.
Respect our property and the surrounding canyon environment.
Sort garbage, recycling, and compost in accordance with City of Hayward guidelines — bins and simple instructions are provided.
Use the self check-in smart lock responsibly. Access codes will be shared privately before your arrival.
No smoking, parties, or loud gatherings are allowed.
We Look Forward to Welcoming You
This cozy canyon-view apartment is more than just a place to stay — it’s your peaceful, nature-filled retreat in the heart of the Bay Area. Whether you’re a solo traveler, visiting parent, student, or small family, we look forward to hosting you and sharing our special corner of California.
Welcome to your peaceful escape in the heart of the Hayward Hills. This bright and private two-bedroom in-law apartment sits on the lower level of our family home and offers a rare blend of natural beauty, cozy privacy, and excellent access to the Bay Area.
Perched on the edge of a quiet canyon, the apartment overlooks a protected forest preserve with a seasonal creek that attracts abundant wildlife. Wake up to birdsong each morning, watch the mist roll through the trees at sunrise, and unwind in the evening as your eyes rest on the greenery below and the ever-changing California sky above. In springtime, orange, lemon, and plum trees bloom just outside your door, and you may catch the sweet scent drifting into your private space.
Your Private Apartment
Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing and productive stay:
Two comfortable bedrooms: one with a queen-size bed, and one with a twin bed plus an electric sit-stand desk — perfect for students or guests working remotely.
A dedicated office nook with a spacious desk, extra monitor, and bookshelves for your materials.
A fully equipped kitchen with an oven, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and all the basic cooking essentials, so you can prepare meals at home whenever you wish.
A private bathroom with a walk-in shower stocked with fluffy towels and essentials.
Your own washer and dryer, available exclusively for your use — no sharing required.
High-speed Wi-Fi that’s reliable enough for video calls, streaming, or online classes.
A small private porch overlooking the canyon, ideal for sipping coffee while listening to the birds or unwinding with a good book.
Parking is easy — you’ll have a designated spot on our driveway, just steps from your private entrance. You’ll also find clear pathways leading directly to your door, surrounded by beautiful mature trees.
Quiet Community and Thoughtful Hosting
Our property is located in a quiet, safe residential neighborhood with beautiful homes and caring neighbors. We proudly host this apartment in the true spirit of home-sharing — a welcoming home away from home for students, families, and travelers alike.
Our family lives upstairs in the main part of the house. We are both working professionals with two school-aged children who follow a regular weekday routine. This is a typical California home with standard construction — it is not fully soundproof — so you may occasionally hear the gentle sounds of everyday life above you: footsteps, conversations, or kids getting ready for school.
We are mindful of your comfort and privacy and maintain a calm, quiet routine, especially during evenings and overnight hours. To keep our space peaceful for everyone, we kindly ask that guests respect our quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.
Our goal is for you to feel completely at ease — enjoying the beauty and calm of the canyon while knowing you have a caring host family nearby if you need anything during your stay.
Nature and Wildlife
One of the best features of your stay is the direct connection to nature. Just steps from your door, you can access one of the area’s most scenic hiking trails — perfect for enjoying birdsong, fresh forest air, and the peaceful surroundings. Our canyon is home to local wildlife, including deer, turkeys, foxes, raccoons, and plenty of native birds. In the backyard, we maintain active beehives to support local pollinators — you may see bees visiting the citrus blossoms in spring, so please admire them from a safe distance.
To protect the natural environment and ensure everyone’s safety, we ask guests not to enter the backyard or approach wildlife.
Convenient Bay Area Location
Though tucked away in nature, you’re wonderfully connected to the entire Bay Area:
• 2 miles to California State University, East Bay — an easy walk or quick drive for visiting students, faculty, or family.
• 6 miles to Eden Medical Center (Castro Valley) — about 12 minutes by car
• 8 miles to Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center — about 15 minutes by car
• Convenient to both Hayward BART and Castro Valley BART, making travel to San Francisco, Oakland, and the wider East Bay simple and direct.
• Close to bus stops and major highways for day trips around the region.
• Easy access to grocery stores including Trader Joe’s, Safeway, local farm markets, a Mexican market, an Asian grocery store, and weekend farmers markets for fresh, local produce.
• 13 miles to Oakland International Airport
• 26 miles to San Francisco International Airport
• 28 miles to San Jose International Airport
• 22 miles to Palo Alto Executive Airport
House Rules
To maintain this peaceful retreat for all, we kindly ask that you:
Follow quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.
Respect our property and the surrounding canyon environment.
Sort garbage, recycling, and compost in accordance with City of Hayward guidelines — bins and simple instructions are provided.
Use the self check-in smart lock responsibly. Access codes will be shared privately before your arrival.
No smoking, parties, or loud gatherings are allowed.
We Look Forward to Welcoming You
This cozy canyon-view apartment is more than just a place to stay — it’s your peaceful, nature-filled retreat in the heart of the Bay Area. Whether you’re a solo traveler, visiting parent, student, or small family, we look forward to hosting you and sharing our special corner of California.
Property manager
MIkhail Nekorystnov
Languages
English, Russian
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The check-out is at any time before 11:00 AM.
Let us know what time you are planning to leave.
Let us know of any damaged items.
Place dirty dishes into the dishwasher and start the normal cycle.
Place used towels in the washer (do not exceed a capacity please) and start the washer.
Remove all used blankets and bedding and leave it on the beds in the bedrooms.
Take garbage to the bins.
Place a TV remote in the bedroom next to the TV.
Disconnect all electric devices in and the floor heaters.
Turn off the lights.
Close all windows if you opened them and lock the main door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
About the area
Hayward
Hayward is home to this holiday home. Cinemark Century at Hayward and Cinemark Century Southland Mall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit San Francisco Premium Outlets and Southland Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum or Oakland Arena.
Hayward, CA
What's nearby
- California State University East Bay - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Chabot College - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
- Oakland Zoo - 18 min drive - 17.7 km
- Stoneridge Shopping Center - 19 min drive - 20.3 km
- Tesla Motors - 24 min drive - 31.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Lemon Crab - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- Pupuseria Las Cabanas - 9 min drive
- Taqueria El Mezcal - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by MIkhail Nekorystnov
Hello and welcome! We are a family of three : two working professionals and a son. We have called the Bay Area home for nearly 20 years. We’ve built our lives and careers in the heart of Silicon Valley, but more than anything, this peaceful home in the Hayward Hills has become our cherished retreat.
Over the years, our work and love of travel have taken us all over the country and the world. From bustling cities to quiet countryside stays, we’ve experienced firsthand how important it is to arrive at a place that feels comfortable, clean, and truly cared for. We know the difference that a good night’s sleep, a relaxing shower, a well-stocked kitchen, enough room for people to work and have space to take a business video meeting, and a thoughtful host can make when you’re far from home.
That’s exactly why we’ve opened our home to guests who share those same values. Whether you’re here for business, to visit family or the university, or to spend a few days exploring the Bay Area, we want you to feel completely at ease. We take pride in providing high-quality touches, from cozy pillows and fresh linens to a tidy, well-equipped kitchen and peaceful surroundings.
For us, hosting isn’t just about offering a place to sleep, it’s about creating a space where people can rest well, cook a favorite meal, listen to birdsong in the morning, and truly relax. We genuinely hope you’ll feel the warmth, care, and calm that we’ve put into every corner of our home.
We look forward to welcoming you soon and sharing this special place with you. May your stay here be restful, inspiring, and full of good memories.
Over the years, our work and love of travel have taken us all over the country and the world. From bustling cities to quiet countryside stays, we’ve experienced firsthand how important it is to arrive at a place that feels comfortable, clean, and truly cared for. We know the difference that a good night’s sleep, a relaxing shower, a well-stocked kitchen, enough room for people to work and have space to take a business video meeting, and a thoughtful host can make when you’re far from home.
That’s exactly why we’ve opened our home to guests who share those same values. Whether you’re here for business, to visit family or the university, or to spend a few days exploring the Bay Area, we want you to feel completely at ease. We take pride in providing high-quality touches, from cozy pillows and fresh linens to a tidy, well-equipped kitchen and peaceful surroundings.
For us, hosting isn’t just about offering a place to sleep, it’s about creating a space where people can rest well, cook a favorite meal, listen to birdsong in the morning, and truly relax. We genuinely hope you’ll feel the warmth, care, and calm that we’ve put into every corner of our home.
We look forward to welcoming you soon and sharing this special place with you. May your stay here be restful, inspiring, and full of good memories.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because it offers a unique blend of tranquility and convenience. Nestled in the Hayward Hills, our home is surrounded by a peaceful community of professionals and professors from Cal State University. Our house is perched above a scenic canyon, offering breathtaking views and a connection to nature that feels like a wellness retreat. In the mornings, you can watch the fog roll in from the San Francisco Bay, creating a magical start to the day.
At the same time, this neighborhood is incredibly central. It’s just a short walk or bike ride to Cal State University, and you have easy access to two BART stations, making it a breeze to get to downtown San Francisco. We love that it’s close to all major highways and major airports, so whether you’re here for a conference or a getaway, you’re at the heart of it all. It’s truly the best of both worlds — a serene retreat with the convenience of a central location.
At the same time, this neighborhood is incredibly central. It’s just a short walk or bike ride to Cal State University, and you have easy access to two BART stations, making it a breeze to get to downtown San Francisco. We love that it’s close to all major highways and major airports, so whether you’re here for a conference or a getaway, you’re at the heart of it all. It’s truly the best of both worlds — a serene retreat with the convenience of a central location.
What makes this property unique
Our property offers the experience of living in a quiet, residential neighborhood, but at the cost of an apartment. You have ample parking space and the chance to unwind after a busy day of travel, work, or study. Stepping outside, you can recharge your energy just by walking around the house and feeling as if you’re hiking in nature. It’s a wonderful blend of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty that makes your place truly special.
Languages:
English, Russian
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