A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
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Near Telegraph Avenue
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Balcony or patio
Explore the area
Oakland, CA
California College of the Arts
Place, California College of the Arts
11 min walk
Lake Temescal
Place, Lake Temescal
19 min walk
Telegraph Avenue
Place, Telegraph Avenue
19 min walk
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
First Floor Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Master Suite Bath
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Shared Second Floor Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Rockridge Craftsman Home with Quiet Garden
This spacious and light-filled classic Craftsman home in the Rockridge area of Oakland has five bedrooms and three baths in 2300 square feet, plus a garden and patio for outdoor dining. The ground floor has a large sunny living room, formal dining room (both with warm wood paneling), a large eat-in modern gourmet kitchen, a garden-view sun room/breakfast room opening through French doors onto the deck ard back yard, modern washer and dryer, and a spacious bedroom suite with private bath. This suite contains a large-screen TV and can also be used as a media room if not needed for a bedroom (see photos). The sofa bed is a comfortable queen-size gel mattress with European topper. On the second floor are three sleeping options: A large master bedroom suite with a king-size bed and en-suite luxury bath, a second bedroom with a comfortable queen bed, a sun room with a daybed and a beautiful view of San Francisco and the western sky. The second floor shared bathroom has both a walk-in shower and relaxing Japanese soaking tub. The third floor sleeping loft, with a warm tree-house feel, is accessible by Japanese ladder from the second-floor landing (and requires a fairly nimble person willing to climb there!), contains a double futon bed with a view of the lights of San Francisco and the Bay--a magical tree-house like space. The back yard has a deck and small patio table right off the kitchen, plus a large patio a few steps lower with a table that seats six. The garden is sunny and quiet, with multiple levels for reading and entertaining. There is plenty of street parking. High-speed wifi is available throughout the house. Rockridge is one of the most desired neighborhoods of the East Bay, lined with charming homes, many dating from the Arts & Crafts era. Bustling College Avenue is a four-block walk away along tree-lined streets, offering some of the East Bay’s most interesting shops and finest restaurants (Oliveto’s, A16, A Coté). The Rockridge BART station is six blocks away, meaning that downtown San Francisco is accessible by comfortable high-speed public transportation in just 25 minutes. The UC-Berkeley campus is 1-1/2 miles away. There is easy freeway access six blocks away, leading to San Francisco, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, and Marin County. Multiple hiking trails in the redwoods or along the crest of the East Bay hills are within a 10-minute drive. Guests often comment on the calm and nurturing environment of the home itself, the charming neighborhood, and friendly neighbors. This home offers the best of San Francisco Bay Area living.
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Property # 584707vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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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 and a deadlock
About the area
Oakland
Located in Oakland, this holiday home is in the city centre. Pier 39 and Ferry Building are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Oakland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
California College of the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Lake Temescal - 19 min walk - 1.5 km
Telegraph Avenue - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Temescal Farmers' Market - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Chapel of the Chimes - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Berkeley Station - 10 min drive
Rockridge Station - 12 min walk
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's - 13 min walk
The Monk's Kettle Oakland - 9 min walk
Ain’t Normal Cafe - 14 min walk
Highwire Coffee Roasters - 11 min walk
Market Hall Foods - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Rockridge Craftsman Home with Quiet Garden pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Rockridge Craftsman Home with Quiet Garden?
As of 13 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Rockridge Craftsman Home with Quiet Garden on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$520, 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 Beautiful Rockridge Craftsman Home with Quiet Garden?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Beautiful Rockridge Craftsman Home with Quiet Garden located?
Located in Rockridge, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Telegraph Avenue, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center and Children's Hospital Oakland. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and University of California, Berkeley are also within 2 miles (3 km). Rockridge Station is 12 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had our family reunion here and the home and location was everything we'd hoped. This inviting house and garden are absolutely beautiful and so serene. A five minute walk to College Ave for cafes, shops and public transport meant we didn't need a car. The owners and neighbour were delightful and responsive. Highly recommended.
My family absolutely loved staying at Ruel's home. It worked perfectly for my family's stay during our wedding. They especially enjoyed cooking family meals the gorgeous kitchen and hanging out in the beautiful back patio and garden. The bridal party also got ready at the house before the wedding and it was just perfect. Thank you Ruel!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ruel and Bertrand’s home. The location is close to most East Bay venues, the home is well apppointed and very comfortable. The owners are also highly attentive and responsive. Highly recommended and we look forward to returning! 5 stars!
This is an unbelievably gorgeous house with a great kitchen, lovely garden and very comfortable. It’s close to BART and has street parking. It is in a great location with supermarkets and shops nearby. We loved it. Thank you.
Debra W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sofia I.
30 Dec 2018
Gorgeous home in quiet, convenient location.
We loved all the wonderful details of this home, with many Asian antiques and art work. Fantastic kitchen and sun filled breakfast nook, plus lovely garden. The home is also walking distance to the many restaurants, coffee shops and stores on College Ave.
Sofia I.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
14 Aug 2018
Perfect Home Base to access all the San Francisco Bay has to offer
I can't say enough good things about our stay...The owners were easy to work with and excellent hosts.
The home is in a quiet and very safe location in the East Bay. It is a short walk to the Rockridge Bart Station and surrounding restaurants and stores, a short drive to the Ferry out of Jack London Square, and easy access to and from the major highways. From this location we could walk into Berkeley and make easy day trips to San Francisco, Stinson Beach, Muir Woods, Sausalito, Pt Reyes, San Jose, Half Moon Bay, and Santa Cruz.
The home is recently renovated, beautifully decorated, and is a very comfortable place to relax alone or with family and friends. The home had plenty of room for our family of 6 with a separate bedroom for each of the 4 kids, multiple communal spaces, and a large kitchen. The loft bedroom has a view of San Fransisco and is accessed through a ladder and trap door. My 11 year old daughter stayed in this room and loved the novelty of this space. With three full service bathrooms it was easy to get everyone ready and out the door for an adventure in the morning.
The kitchen opens up to an extravagant outdoor garden (pictures don't do it justice) that made for a special space to drink coffee in the morning and have dinners together in the evening. The garden creates both a place to escape and an attractive place to bring a family together.
Thank you Ruel for opening your home to us. It was the perfect place to relax together and helped us create adventures and memories that will last a lifetime.
Scott K.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Casey B.
22 Sept 2015
Great home and location
All information provided was helpful and useful. Great, safe location. Had trouble getting the front door to stay closed even when locked, most likely due to the weather changes that were occurring. Overall perfect experience.
Casey B.
About the host
Hosted by Ruel Walker
I'm an attorney and my husband is a primary care doctor in private practice, originally from France.
What makes this property unique
The photos will tell you what we love about this home--it is warm and sunny, with beautiful woodwork and character, and filled with the art work we have collected in our travels around the world. The garden is a wonderful quiet place to relax. Our home is centrally located for walking to some of the best restaurants in the East Bay, and also has a BART station nearby, or easy freeway access to San Francisco.