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Bay Area Charming 1938 Art Deco Duplex

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Exterior
TV
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Gym

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Alameda, CA
  • Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Jack London Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oakland Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bay Area Charming 1938 Art Deco Duplex

Spacious updated one bedroom Art Deco home, conveniently located outside of downtown San Francisco. A 5 minute walk to Alameda's historic Park Street, featuring local shops, restaurants, bars and a movie theater. This Art Deco period home was recently updated, keeping the charm and character original to the property. Enjoy relaxing in this light filled home, with east, south, and west-facing windows. Spacious, eat-in, kitchen with stainless steel appliances, beautiful stone countertops, and detailed Art Deco period details and backsplash. The bathroom features include large sit-in shower with twin rain shower heads and period tile work. Large master bedroom with king bed, high-boy dresser, and walk-in closet. Central AC for cooling during the warm summer months. Brand new private Whirlpool front loader washer and dryer onsite. Enjoy dining outdoors in private patio space with bistro set and colorful bougainvillea. Direct TV Sunday Ticket access with WiFi and print/copy/scan onsite.

Immediate access to BART or take a short ferry ride to San Francisco. Within a few miles to Oakland's Oracle Arena and Coliseum, downtown Oakland, and Berkeley. Northern California's wine country, including Napa and Sonoma, is 45 minutes to an hour north of Alameda. Enjoy the outdoors in the Sierra Nevada mountain range just three hours inland of the East Bay, featuring famous Lake Tahoe ski resorts with hiking and golfing during the summer months. Access to Bay Area hiking, Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods, and Marin County. To the south of Alameda is Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to San Francisco Bay. A gym, a hot tub, and laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • 9 minutes by car from San Francisco Bay and 6 minutes from Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub and a fitness center. The family-friendly vacation home also features a garden and laundry facilities.

Property manager

Margaret

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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Bay Area Charming 1938 Art Deco Duplex Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Meticulously clean, perfectly located, cozy cottage

From the moment I checked in to the moment I left, I felt like I was in my home away from home. The home was meticulously clean, cozy, perfectly located, and had all of the necessities including toiletries and kitchen needs you could possibly need for a week-long stay. The only challenge was street parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for our New Year family visit

Very nice 1 BR in convenient Alameda location, with plenty of room for a couple. Everything was very clean and kitchen and bath had been recently updated. Communication with owner was easy and efficient. Even though the unit fronts onto a fairly busy street, it is very quiet inside.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in Alameda.

This home was even better than advertised. Super comfortable. Location is close to coffee shops and restaurants. Very clean and comfortable. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect comfort and location

Perfect for enjoying Alameda
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LYNN T., Oakland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunny Loveliness with Character

I initially chose this property for its AC - the only Alameda option available with AC, at the time. Lucky me! This gorgeous duplex was so beautiful with its bountiful house plants and art and the architecture itself. I particularly appreciated the natural light streaming in from all corners of both levels. And it was great having a dryer in the basement. (Washer too, but I only used the dryer.) There are 6-7 steps up to the bedroom, to be aware of. The location is wonderful for Alameda walking - just a few blocks from a large park and also Park Street. This is an exceptional property!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a wonderful time in Alameda visiting our daughter and sightseeing in the Bay area. We had everything we needed and more. It was very comfortable and convenient to walk to restaurants in Alameda. The owners were very accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alameda rules

We have been to the Bay Area many times, but this is the first time we stayed in Alameda. The accommodations were perfect, as was the neighborhood. We had a very good stay at Margaret and Paul‘s. We recommended this property wholeheartedly.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful in EVERY Way

Perfect location! Easy access to the shops and restaurants and the ferry to San Francisco. Every amenity has been thoughtfully arranged…bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and laundry! Nothing has been left to chance. We have stayed in San Francisco and Sausalito many times in the past. This is a refreshing change! Loved the vibe, people and culture!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem of a Place

Thank you for hosting us while we visited family in Alameda. Your high standards to cleanliness and pristine condition of everything in the unit is very much appreciated. We will book again on our next visit for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

The propert was clean and cozy and recently updated qith modern amenities. The location was perfect, and I was able to walk to Park street every evening after work. Margaret was very communicative and accomodating. I'll definitely be booking this place again for my next work or leisure trip to Alameda!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Art Deco

Enjoyed our stay immensely! It was our first time to Alameda. The place was spotless and comfortable. There was definitely an Art Deco 1930s feel with the decor. A walk in shower was much appreciated as we’re seniors. Wood floors were stunning. The owners responded in minutes when we needed something. Anything you need is within walking distance-a couple blocks. The walks were easy and we enjoyed seeing the gardens and yards. It’s apparent the people of Alameda work hard and love their community. We ate at a number of restaurants and were never disappointed. If I ever return to Alameda I will definitely stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The *ideal* VRBO property/host

When I travel to the Bay Area, this is where I stay. The unit is very clean and well cared for, with everything you need for a short- or long-duration stay. Excellent, friendly hosts and a great location (short walk to Santa Clara Ave and Park Street, 1.5 blocks to bus with easy access to the Fruitvale BART station). I am happy to be a return guest at this wonderful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alameda

Was great and will do it again🙌👏
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

The home was exactly as described and perfect for our needs. The property is spotless and well equipped. The owner was a pleasure to work with and so helpful with checking in procedures and timing. Margaret’s recommendations were spot on and incredibly helpful. I took pictures of her recommendation page for our kids that just moved to Alameda. Thank you for opening your darling home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

This was our 4th stay at this home. It consistently fills our needs. It is close by to where we want to be and we are comfortable here. The beautiful gardens are an added bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophia S., Alameda, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Alameda visit

Great central location and cute comfortable space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

June stay

Very nice and would highly recommend it. The house was exceptionally great in every aspect and the neighborhood was lovely with easily accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah M., Issaquah, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness

Centrally located and cute as a button

Stayed here for 3 nights. Property is clean and nicely decorated. If you are visiting Alameda (or the East Bay) and need a nice homebase for 2 adults this place is worth checking out. Communication was clear and responsive. I'd definitely stay here again on my next trip to Alameda.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent VRBO experience

This stay was as good as it gets for a VRBO rental. The house was *immaculate* in terms of cleanliness, and this may be my first VRBO trip where absolutely everything in the property was EIWO (everything in working order). It was a pleasure to work with the owner, and I look forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely and Relaxing

Fantastic apartment within walking distance of Park Street restaurants. We had a lovely getaway in this immaculate art deco apartment and returned relaxed and refreshed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

Spent this year’s annual girls weekend with two of my good friends in Alameda. This cute house is the perfect location to walk to local restaurants, and is an easy drive to Alameda Point and for a day in San Francisco.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra P., Maryville

Liked: Cleanliness

A Wonderful Stay in a beautiful Art Deco Gem

We just returned from our stay and Margaret's home in Alameda. Beautifully appointed with all of the comforts of home. We stayed when there was unseasonably warmer weather, and the central AC worked very well to cool the home. The king sized bed was soft which we enjoyed, but those who prefer a firm mattress may not be as happy. Self check in and out was perfect, street parking a breeze and a quiet location we would highly recommend. Thank you Margaret!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J., State College, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Art deco delight

This home is one of the nicest rentals we have ever had the pleasure of staying at. Everything was top quality, from the kitchen appliances and cookware to the towels and bed linens. The king bed was very comfortable as was the sofa-bed as reported by our 12 year old grandson. We never had a problem finding a place to park on the street, and it was only a 7 minute walk downtown to the shops and restaurants. It was about 30 mins over the Bay Bridge to San Francisco, depending on traffic, and Margaret had given us a heads up about getting the Fastrak for the tolls which made the trips go smoothly. Margaret was excellent at communicating whenever we had a question and let us know when the WiFi was being repaired, which didn’t take long. We would most definitely stay at this rental again if we're in the Bay area. The neighborhood is lovely and quiet and a nice respite at the end of a day of sightseeing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liza L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home in a wonderful neighborhood

We could have checked in a little early because owner messaged us that the unit was ready. Upon arrival, we found the space was even nicer than described. The high quality interior seemed brand new, and everything was so comfortable and handy. I can’t name anything that could have been better. Bed, bedding, shower etc were first-rate. Appears smallish on the outside, but the interior was very roomy. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood and spotting fairy gardens and Little Free Libraries. Plenty of coffee shops nearby for my needs. We also went to Ole’s for breakfast twice in four days. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER A., Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice small house in good location

We enjoyed our five nights here very much. The little house is immaculately clean and nicely decorated. The bed was comfortable. The bathroom and kitchen were modern and had everything we needed and more. It was an easy walk to Park St. and good restaurants. If you're an Oakland Athletics fan, it's very convenient to the Colisuem. Very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022