Hospitality Description: Ideal for single or couple visiting the Bay Area. I maintain a second bedroom for my things but you will have the run of the apt. Dates are flexible as I travel a lot.
Statistics
Listed October 2025
Views 134
General Overview
Spacious home right by Lake Merritt, the crown jewel of Oakland. Apt. Comfortable living room, kitchen and dining room, lots of windows, light and airy, terrace with views of Lake Merritt, in East Bay city of Oakland, California. It’s a great neighborhood, with weekly Farmers Market. Close to downtown, Trader Joe’s, shopping, restaurants and cafes.
The Space
You will enjoy the Master bedroom with private bathroom. Bedroom has queen size bed. Sheets and towels included. There is a study nook with desk for laptop. Captains bed has drawers for storing clothes. Plus a large vanity with additional drawers.
Notes
There is a washer and dryer on the ground floor of building.
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Long term
Budget
Romantic
Foodie
Relaxing
City
Culture
Hiking
Accessibility
Elevator
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Low allergen
Hypoallergenic
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
In addition to the lake, which has boating and other activities, there is an historic movie theater in the neighborhood. The Grand Lake theater. Lots of cafes and eateries with a broad range of ethnic foods. The weekly organic farmers market provides fresh produce and prepared foods as well as live music and entertainment.
Map of Approximate Location
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Happy to meet up for a drink or tea to help orient someone. Can also be via zoom.
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Naomi
Single woman, retired educator, sometimes accompanied by daughter (30) or traveling buddy.
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