Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland

The front patio is dedicated to this unit, and gets morning sun / afternoon shade. Cafe seating makes it easy to enjoy the garden. Some guests even work here (there's a convenient outlet). - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Relax on the sofa to read, watch tv, or talk to a friend. It also makes a great nap zone! 

The desk workstation is to the left, the entry table is to the right. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Serene bedroom, cosy & spacious at the same time. You can get a nice cross-breeze in here with windows open! - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Kitchen peninsula has seating on one side, sink and workspace on the other. There's a Bosch dishwasher to the right of the sink. Through the door is the laundry room and additional pantry space. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Spacious kitchen and full-size appliances. Plenty of storage. All the cooking basics are covered, and we're happy to make specialized tools available if you're cooking up a fun project. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
View from the kitchen looking towards the entry doors. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
From the kitchen looking through the living space, towards the entry doors. French doors open to the patio. Sheer curtains provide privacy if desired during the day, and a semi-opaque layer adds more privacy for nighttime. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Laptop desk with surge-protector easy to access. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
High speed internet and TV for streaming. Some streaming apps are available, or log in to your own. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Thanks to the french door entry, the living space gets nice light. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
From the entry looking back towards the kitchen. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
The "landing zone" on the right as you enter the living space includes a mirror, a spot to drop keys, plus a drawer to put away the house manual and stash maps. The basket below holds seat cushions for the patio chairs. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Bedroom gets beautiful morning light.  

Front window opens from top and bottom (great for ventilation), as do the shades. Blackout curtains create a cocoon if that's what you're looking for! - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
The nook behind the bedroom door has a selection of books about the local area. Some offer visitors information, some are just for fun! - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Walk in closet with dresser, plenty of hangers. This window gets afternoon sun, light and bright. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Bathtub for soaking in, plus adjustable-height shower. Plenty of space for your toiletries in the medicine cabinet. Hair dryer is in the vanity. If you need soap, shampoo, conditioner, there's some available in the laundry storage area. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
Oakland is vibrant! The apartment is well situated to walk to Piedmont Ave, Temescal, Rockridge. A little further (but still close) to Grand Lake, Uptown. Regional parks and outdoor space are a short drive away. - Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland
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Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D - Oakland

Peaceful retreat off Piedmont Ave w/ patio, W/D
2 guests · 1 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Apartment · Entire place · 684 Sqft
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Jovida
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Enjoy thoughtful details in this apartment designed and outfitted to live in. Dine or work on the patio w/ garden, dedicated to your unit. Cook meals in the spacious, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher & dine-in seating. Relax and rest well in the "serene" comfy bed. Laundry in the unit. Guests rave: “Even better than advertised and expected!”

Great location, 1 block from bustling Piedmont Ave. Walk to cafes, restaurants, shops, groceries, and transportation. Ample free street parking.

Welcome to your home in Oakland!
You'll enter through the dedicated patio that gets morning sun and afternoon shade. Walk through french doors that open into the spacious living room and kitchen beyond. This open kitchen-living space is peaceful and well-lit. Relax on the sofa and enjoy your favorite streaming services. If you're here for work, you're set: there's a small desk and fast wifi for video meetings.

You’ll have everything you need for meal prep in the fully equipped kitchen with full-sized refrigerator, four-burner stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and cooks' appliances like an instant pot and mini-prep, plus a Bosch dishwasher. There's lots of cupboard space for groceries, plus your own laundry/utility space right off the kitchen as well. Plus there's lots of great restaurants in the neighborhood if you prefer to eat out!

Cocoon in your bedroom, with a comfortable queen sized bed. There's operable windows on two sides; blackout curtains help create a cosy nest. There's ample space for your clothes in the walk-in closet, including a dresser and plenty of hangers.

Amenities include:
- Fast wifi
- Smart TV with access to streaming services
- Comfortable queen sized mattress
- Blackout curtains in the bedroom
- Full kitchen, set up to cook in: includes full-size fridge, oven + range, microwave, a drip coffee machine and a french press, an electric kettle for tea drinkers, cooking and baking gear.
- Washing machine and dryer in your own laundry space off the kitchen
- Central heat controlled via thermostat in the apartment
- A garden patio with cafe seating is yours to use, directly in front of the apartment
- Iron bathtub + adjustable height shower
- Plenty of storage space
- Books and materials about the area

Enjoy your Oakland home base, recently remodeled and outfitted for ease whether you're working remotely, traveling for work, visiting friends & family, or checking out the cultural and recreational offerings in the area.

Neighborhood:
You'll be on a residential street, just one block from Piedmont Avenue restaurants and entertainment.

The neighborhood is very walkable with an eclectic mix of cafes, restaurants, bookstores, craft supplies, boutiques, groceries, a bakery, Oakland's famous Fenton's ice cream parlor; there's even a movie theater!

Kaiser, Alta Bates Summit, and Children's Hospital are each about 1 mile away; 3 miles to the UC Berkeley Campus; 2 miles to downtown Oakland; just over 1 mile to Bart, regular bus service within an easy walk.

Walk Score® 97 / 100, Transit Score® 51 / 100 (Good Transit), Bike Score® 66 / 100 (Bikeable).

Sleeping Configuration

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Bedroom
1 queen bed
Rest well on the comfortable mattress, and set the climate to your preference with the help of operable windows and blackout curtains.

What this place offers

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Reviews (12)

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Based on 12 reviews

Nisha
Nisha
Dec 2023
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Had a great stay. Very easy and convenient. Great location and easy to get street parking.
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Response:Thank you so much, Nisha! Glad to host your family for their Oakland stay.
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Yongjoon
Yongjoon
Dec 2023
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I had my parents stay at Jovida and Maria’s place and they were such fantastic hosts. They’ve been really friendly and communicative to my parents, even though their English was not perfect. Not to mention the space itself. Their beautifully renovated in-law unit provided my parents with an experience to stay in one of the best neighborhoods in Oakland. The house was clean and well functioning. I highly recommend staying at Jo & Maria’s if you’re visiting Oakland/SF.
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Eli
Eli
Nov 2023
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My wife and I were here for an extended 3 week stay. Jovida was available, responsive, and a wonderful host. I’d highly recommend this space to anyone looking in the area!
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Scott
Scott
Oct 2023
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A crafty living space even better in real life than the photos suggest!
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Response:Love this description. Thanks for staying with us!
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Gerhard
Gerhard
Oct 2023
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Beyond expectations. The hosts went above and beyond in every way. The space is gorgeous, quiet and in a fun neighborhood with easy access to anywhere you want to go in the Bay Area. We hope to visit again soon.
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Response:It was a pleasure hosting you. We'd love to have you back again!
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Fabian
Fabian
Sep 2023
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Really great place and super easy communication would highly recommend!
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Gail
Gail
Sep 2023
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This apartment has been recently and very tastefully remodeled with high-end appliances in the kitchen, bright lighting, and excellent design. The location was good: on a wide and pretty street with adequate parking. Very close to shops and excellent restaurants. Jovida, the host, was extremely responsive and helpful. Overall a really great place to stay.
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Response:So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope your own remodel wraps smoothly and is everything you're hoping for!
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Sand
Sand
Sep 2023
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This is quite possibly the best AirBnb experience I've had to date! Every detail was well thought out, from the design to how I accessed the space to all my interactions with Jovida! The bed was super comfortable, it was very clean, and I had everything I needed to have a great visit (and work remotely as well)! I would absolutely recommend this spot and would love to stay here again!
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Response:We'd love to host you again! You're welcome back anytime.
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Megan
Megan
Sep 2023
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Fantastic stay. So many thoughtful details that made our stay super comfortable, from the coffee, little snacks, easy access to cords/chargers. Best Airbnb we have stayed in- super clean and well designed (comfortable and not sterile). Clearly the hosts have put a lot of love and extra attention towards this space and their guest experience!
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Response:Thanks so much Megan! Appreciate this affirmative feedback, it's good to know the care comes through. Thanks for staying with us!
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Alison
Alison
Sep 2023
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My stay at Jovida's AirBnb was amazing! The location was great, the place was well-furnished for more extended stays, and Jovida was very friendly and ensured I had everything I needed. The outdoor space was great for warm nights and I will definitely be missing it! Would 10/10 recommend staying here!
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Response:Allie it was such a pleasure hosting you!
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Ada
Ada
Jul 2023
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What a thoughtfully curated and serene space! We were in town working and visiting friends for the week, and Jovida’s place was an ideal home base in Oakland. It was easy to walk to restaurants, shops and transit but the area around the unit is very quiet and residential in feel. We’d definitely stay here again.
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Response:We would love to host you back again! Thanks for being such a great guest.
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Maria
Maria
Jul 2023
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I absolutely loved staying in Jovida's rental. It is tastefully decorated and you can tell that a lot of care goes into maintaining this lovely unit. The bed is comfortable and the bedroom quiet and cozy. This place is only a block away from neighborhood restaurants, which I enjoyed. Still, I cooked several meals in and it was nice to have a large, full size kitchen with every pan and utensil I needed. I also appreciated that the rental had it's own laundry and used it after a trip to the beach. I highly recommend staying at Jovida's and it will be my go-to when in Oakland.
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Suitability

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There is ample free street parking nearby.

Meet the Host

Jovida
Jovida
Owner
I work with community-based organizations to increase their capacity to do good in the world. I spend as much time outdoors as I can, and love preparing tasty food that's also good for ya.
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Scenic views

Windows and french doors open to the patio and garden dedicated to your apartment.
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Location

Just one block from Piedmont Avenue restaurants, groceries, shops and entertainment.
City

Getting around

Easy street parking is available. MacArthur and Rockridge BART stations are each just over 1 mi away, the AC Transit 51 and 12 busses are each within blocks. Kaiser, Alta Bates Summit, and Children's Hospital are each about 1 mile away; 3 miles to the UC Berkeley Campus; 2 miles to downtown Oakland. Walk Score® 97 / 100, Transit Score® 51 / 100 (Good Transit), Bike Score® 66 / 100 (Bikeable).
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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 3PM - 9PM
You'll receive clear and specific instructions for how to access this once you've booked.
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Check Out: 12PM
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No pets
Minimum age limit for renters: 18
Maximum occupancy: 2
House Rules
You'll be renting a home, so basic cleaning is your responsability. Specifically:
* Trash: You are responsible for bringing your trash, recycling, and compost to the waste carts stored outside the house at least once a week. If you are unable to do this, you must alert the host that you need help to remove waste.
* Basic cleaning: We provide cleaning supplies for you to refresh your space. Alternately, we would be happy to arrange for a cleaner to come (every-other week, or weekly) -- she charges $100 per visit and you would be responsible for this fee. She's someone we've worked with for years, we trust her and she does a great job.
* Linens and plants: We would be happy to change the linens and water the plants weekly if you like, just let us know.

Some basic expectations:
* If you have a vehicle, there is 2 hr street parking on our block M-F, or, find street parking with no restrictions around the corner. Please check street signs for street cleaning schedule. We do not reimburse for parking tickets.
* Keys must be returned at the end of your stay; if they are not returned we will charge you to change the lock.
* Quiet hours are 9pm-7am as per the City of Oakland ordinance.
* The maximum occupancy overnight is 2, unless confirmed in writing by the host.
* The renting guest must be staying for the duration of the booking.

No smoking
No pets
No events
Check-in is 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Please let your host know if anything can be done to make your stay more comfortable and enjoyable!
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Refundable Damage Deposit
Deposit covers potential damage, not typical wear and tear. Same as for any residential rental. We inspect on the day you check out, and initiate a refund of the deposit as soon as we verify that everything is in good order.
Notes
Hosts live directly above the apartment. It's been recently remodeled and soundproofed, but during the day you'll hear some steps, muffled voices, and occasional doggy play. The space directly above your bedroom is only used as a home office, typically during daytime hours. If you have an unusual schedule or need quiet at specific times, just let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.
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