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Beautiful Benicia! Hidden Treasure Of The San Francisco Bay Area!

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View of the House from the backyard
Front entrance and deck
Living room with 50' Plasma TV and surround sound. Fireplace is out of order! 🙏
Large kitchen with breakfast counter
Modern kitchen with concrete countertops

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Benicia, CA
  • Benicia Fire Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Benicia Capitol State Historic Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Benicia Clock Tower
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Benicia! Hidden Treasure Of The San Francisco Bay Area!

Elegant, contemporary custom 2 story home. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, big landscaped gardens front and back, hardwood floors throughout, stunning kitchen, and much more. Sleeps 4 (up to 6 with futon and inflatable double bed). Clean, modern downstairs bedroom with a queen bed. Bathroom is just outside the door. Upstairs bedroom has a double bed, and another full bathroom adjacent. A futon in the living room folds down to a double bed.
The kitchen is modern and fully equipped, with a dining area that leads to the back deck… perfect for coffee in the morning sun and afternoon or evening barbecues. Front deck is perfect for watching the California sunset. Orange, tangerine trees and a pomegranate tree with tons of fruit in the winter and fall, free for the guests. Upright piano, acoustic guitar and bongos for your musical endeavors. Desk with speakers for your laptop. High Speed WIFI Internet Connection, Washer and dryer, dishwasher, ice maker, filtered drinking water, and more!
NOTE: Unfortunately the fireplace is not working for the time being
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San Francisco Bay Area's best kept secret... Benicia is a charming small town on the Carquinez Strait just off the San Francisco Bay. There is a wonderful variety of restaurants, bars, antique shops, and convenience stores within walking distance from the house. A farmer's market which takes place on First Street every Thursday afternoon, is walking distance. Benicia, once the capitol of California, is the perfect place from which you can explore so much of Northern California.
*California Wine Country - 20 minutes
*San Francisco - 35 minutes (It's a 10 minute drive to the Vallejo Ferry Building where you can get the 55 minute ferry ride to San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and Embarcadero! Fun!)
*Pacific Ocean Beaches - 45 minutes
*Lake Tahoe - 2.5 hours
*Six Flags, Discovery Kingdom Amusement Park- 10 minutes
*Excellent Shopping at Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek - 10 minutes
*Infineon Raceway - 20 minutes
*Sacramento, State Capitol - 50 minutes
*Berkeley - 25 minutes
*Sausalito - 45 minutes
(*Driving times)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Benicia

Located in Benicia, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Benicia Marina and Blue Rock Springs Golf Courses are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Benicia Certified Farmers Market and Vallejo Farmers Market. Studio 41 and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Benicia, CA

What's nearby

  • Benicia Fire Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Benicia Capitol State Historic Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Benicia Certified Farmers Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Benicia Clock Tower - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Six Flags Discovery Kingdom - 12 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Martinez Station - 11 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rrags Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪One House Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kimono Japanese Restaurant, Steakhouse, Sushi & Seafood - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Benicia! Hidden Treasure Of The San Francisco Bay Area! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Benicia! Hidden Treasure Of The San Francisco Bay Area!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Benicia! Hidden Treasure Of The San Francisco Bay Area!?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful Benicia! Hidden Treasure Of The San Francisco Bay Area! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Benicia City Park and Benicia Fire Museum. Benicia Capitol State Historic Park and Benicia Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

work

A great house Ina really good location in a great town
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason Z.

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

Perfect spot in Benicia

We had a great time, the house was very nice and the neighborhood was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was a great place to call home while we were in town visiting family and friends! It was roomy, very clean, and had all the amenities we needed!!! The kitchen was roomy and was updated. There were plenty of places to hang out in the property. The neighborhood was very quiet and peaceful. Stef is very responsive and helpful. I would recommend this place to anyone visiting Benicia or the Bay Area. It was within walking distance to the quaint downtown area and the marina. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

R_Five

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

Loved the home & location, a perfect stay!

Completely seamless & a wonderful stay. Very central location in a quiet neighborhood. Felt at home and we all slept well. I'll definitely stay again when we are back to Benicia. Stef was great at responding quickly & there was even a cute little booklet at the property with house info for every question you could think of. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John-Erik H.

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

Great

Great location and easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli R.

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

Family Visit

Unfortunately we were not able to stay the entire time. However, the property was very responsive and understanding. For the time my family was at the property, they were comfortable and had all the amenities they required. The location of the property in a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Weekend get away

Everything was wonderful! Very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia L.

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

Nice place and good location

Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is a nice house in a nice area. Very clean inside, and a nice kitchen.Back yard needs some TLC, although there is an orange tree and a walnut tree, which was very cool. I would change the description of the property to "tri-level" and not a 2-story. There are LOTS of stairs inside. A set of stairs to get from the main bedroom to the kitchen. Two sets of stairs to get from the 2nd bedroom to the kitchen. A set of stairs to get to the backyard from the kitchen. Also the outside area that shows outdoor furniture, the furniture is no longer there and that area isn't useful for sitting as it is not taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Lovely home with musical touches

We stayed in Stef's home for a wedding in Benicia and the house was perfect. Loved the Beatles photos. The house is beautifully appointed and has everything you could want. Very comfortable and our dog loved the fenced yard and walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

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

Benicia get away

We had the best get away in this beautiful home. Stef was amazing and very attentive to all needs and questions. The house is beautiful and well stocked. Very convenient location for our stay. Would absolutely recommend and hope to stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim F., Glencoe IL

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

Benicia Bounty

A nice, clean, well located property for a family or couple. Host is outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Benicia

The house is very comfortable and easy to access. The location is ideal for access to the town’s restaurants and shopping. I would rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Benicia 👍🏼

We had a great stay in Benicia! It was everything I expected and more! Would definitely stay again. Great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jerald T.

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

We'll be back

Love the house, neighborhood and location. Stef is an excellent host. Thanks for another great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia Z.

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

Great location - beautiful home

Perfect location for our in-between home stay. The home is beautiful and very well kept. Check in was a breeze. We enjoyed having our dog with us.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny F., Springfield, MO

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

Extremely Charming

This place is adorable. We had plenty of room to spread out. We would walk to First Street most of the time because our location was ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

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

Family stay

This property is accurately listed and easy to stay at with your family. The location is great for quick access to grocery, parks and the downtown area. The host was exceptional - responsive, helpful and ensured comfort during our entire stay. I'd recommend this location for a visit to the area or if you're in need of a place to stay if you're displaced from your own local home.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim F., Glencoe IL

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

Benicia's Best

This property is clean and comfortable. It is close to most desirable amenities. Stef is a uniquely responsive and understanding host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara P.

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

First trip to San Fransisco area

This place was very clean and had everything we needed. It’s a great location with easy access to get from San Fransisco and tour the surrounding areas such as Napa, Muir Woods, and the ferry to get back to San Fran without driving for the day. It was also very convenient to drive to downtown Benicia. The host was very informative and responsive to all messages. I definitely would recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora L.

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

Fun, Safe, Perfect!

This was the perfect place to stay for our family. Very comfortable and easily accessible to all modes of transportation to the city. We quickly acclimated and called this place home! When we weren’t out on an excursion, Benecia provided its own comfort with a variety of shops, restaurants, and views of the water. Everything we needed was right here in this wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan A.

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

Perfect Bay Area Location

Perfect location for visiting the Bay Area! Close to Freeways, Ferry service to the City, and walking distance to a quaint historical town. Home is very well maintained and will certainly meet all your needs!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariel H.

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

Happy with this house

My family were comfortable in this house, and all my questions were answered quickly. The house is a short walk to the Main Street. I highly recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Great 7-week stay in Benicia!

We had a great time staying at Stef's house with our dog. The home is walkable to 1st St (downtown Benicia), which has lots of cute shops and restaurants, and also close to the freeway. The house is spacious, very clean and comfortable. Stef was very communicative and flexible, including allowing us to check in early. We would definitely return!
Stayed 45 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana P.

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

A gem in the Bay area

Manicured landscaping, pristine organizatio, complete kitchen, cozy decor ... simply excellent! This is all in this beautiful corner lot that overlooks the bay, less than an hour from San Francisco and next door to Napa and Sonoma. A shout out to the inspiring host who was the friendliest of many trips in many states and coutries! We found a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stef Birnbaum

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