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Beautiful Victorian Home- In the heart of Alameda. Minutes from San Francisco

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Alameda, CA
  • Jack London Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oakland Arena
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪19 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.

Beautiful Victorian Home- In the heart of Alameda. Minutes from San Francisco

Don't be fooled by other listings that show a beautiful Victorian home but you are renting the basement apartment.... this rental is for the house.

This lovely home was built in 1885 and offers Victorian spendor along with all the amenities for an enjoyable stay.

Alameda offers easy access to San Francisco and many other Bay Area locations including UC Berkeley (Go Bears). Oakland Airport is less than 5 miles away. Getting to San Francisco is quick and comfortable - use the ferry (from the Main St terminal), bus, the express bus to downtown SF or to BART is only 3 blocks away. You can also drive- getting to the I-880 freeway and the Bay Bridge is quick - driving to downtown SF takes 25-30 minutes outside of rush hour. But the ferry is a much nicer way to go and you don’t have to park in SF (free parking at the ferry terminal in Alameda)

The main floor:
This stunning house features 12 foot ceilings in the formal rooms and the master bedroom. The front parlor features formal seating while the back parlor offers casual seating to visit or watch TV. The TV has a DVD/Blueray player with a collection of action and family DVDs. Local TV stations and access to Netflix amd other streaming options. Wi-Fi is also available throughout the house.

The dining room seats 6. The china cabinet is stocked with formal china amd the sodeboard has noce flatware should you wish to have a formal dinner – but since you are on vacation you might prefer to visit one of the many great restaurants that Alameda has to offer. Many within easy walking distance of the house.

The more modern kitchen has a fridge/freezer with ice maker, dishwasher, sink with garbage disposal, gas stove with a large oven, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker and all the utensils a well-appointed kitchen should have.

The master bedroom has a king size bed and a large armoire as well as a dresser; the attached bathroom (also accessible from the second bedroom) has an extra-long tub/shower with 2 shower heads (each separately controlled).

The 2nd bedroom has a Queen sized bed and lots of closet space as well as a dresser. This bedroom has direct access to the main floor full bath as well as to the 1/2 bathmi

To sum up the bedroom/bathrooms on the main floor there are 2 bedroom and one full bath that both bedrooms have doors into. There is also a 1/2 bath off the queen bedroom so you can lock the queen room door access to the full bath if you dont want to run into each other in the middle of thr night ;) There is also a door to the hall (yes there are 3 door into one bathroom! Remeber this house was built in 1885 so just having a bathroom inside was super cool! There is also another full bath in the attic.


The Attic:
The 3rd bedroom and a bathroom are on the top floor (former attic area)

The 3rd bedroom sits at the top of the stairs and features 2 twin beds. This room is loft style so there is no door at the top or bottom of the stairs. it is set apart from the other rooms enough for privacy but if you have small ones and need a closed space the 2 downstairs bedrooms have doors that can be closed.

The full attic bathroom features a beautiful walk-in shower with a calcite wall and floors.

Like most homes in Alamed the house does not have central air conditioning - Alameda has great weather but on the RARE summer day when Alameda is hot the attic room is warmer than the downstairs rooms- a free-standing AC Unit is available should the bay breezes not be enough to cool the room down. There are also fans to assist the lovely bay breezes in the the home and I'm more than happy to come by and show you how to take advantage of Alameda nice evning breezes. Even in the summer in Alameda you will need sweater most evenings!

The basement:
The basement offers guests the use of the laundry room. The laundry room has a front load washer and dryer on pedestals and an area to sort and fold laundry. The rest if the basement is not available to tenants. As the owners office is there.

The yard:
The park-like large backyard offers a comfortable seating area and a gas bbq. Yard work will be done by the owners mid-day – we will do our best not to disturb our guests any more than necessary and will be happy to work around your schedule as much as possible and try to do most between guest


Security Cameras:
There are outside security cameras at the front and rear entrance to the house and yard. (the house is empty between guest so cameras are to keep an eye on the house.

The garage/parking:
The garage is not available for guest use. The driveway is - and has off-street parking for 1 vehicle. Additional street parking is usually easily available.

This is a historic home built in 1885 and is for use as a temporary place to stay while visiting or working in the area. Only the bedrooms are to be used as bedrooms. No airbeds may be added to other rooms and the couches are not to be used for additional guest – this is a family home not a bunkhouse or party pad. An airbed is available to add to the back bedroom should 2 people want to share the room but not share the one Queen sized bed. The limit for guests is 6 people the base rate is for up to 4 and 2 addition can be added. all guest need to be booked to stay in the house.

The rental is for vacation/short term rental only. No length of stay establishes residency- this is for temporary stay NOT a primary residence. By agreeing to rent the house you agree to all the terms listed in the description of the property as well as the house rules. Violation of the agreement terminates the rental agreement.

People in the area for construction or other work are welcome as long as they realize this is HOME and plan to treat it with the care a historic home deserves.

- Rates based on 4 person occupancy - Maximum 6 people ($15 per person 5-6)

- No parties, and please keep noise down as this is a quiet residential neighborhood

- NOT AVAILABLE FOR EVENTS, AS PARTY VENUE, OR FOR LARGE GATHERINGS (>8 people) - we have to be strict about this because we want to stay on good terms with our neighbors

- STRICTLY NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY- this includes the front and backyard.

- STRICTLY NO PETS
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to San Francisco Bay. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from San Francisco Bay and 6 minutes from Jack London Square
Beautiful Victorian Home- In the heart of Alameda. Minutes from San Francisco offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Maria Love

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: no smoking including the front and back yard!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,501 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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.
  • Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties or events this is a 130 year old house
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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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Beautiful Victorian Home- In the heart of Alameda. Minutes from San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect doesn't even begin to describe this home!
This was the most gorgeous and comfortable home we've ever stayed in while on vacation. It was a quiet, uneventful and relaxing stay! Everything you could possibly need, including toiletries was provided. The beds were very comfortable, there are tons of movies to choose from if you just want to kick back and watch TV or you could have a wonderful lunch at the patio table in the sunshine filled storybook garden area. Our stay was perfect, thank you so very much for your hospitality Maria!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Susannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Too hot to the point of health hazard during high temps
Arrived during hot weather. Big problem. Sickeningly, dangerously hot inside the house, day and night, for days, until outside weather cooled down on our third day. No AC except a little one in the attic bedroom. I texted the owner to ask if she could bring ac units or fans. She couldn't. She offered let us move out, but it was late and too hard for us to find a new place and relocate. I think the listing didn't give fair warning that the house is untenable and dangerously hot during warm weather. I honestly think an infant or an elderly person or a person with medical conditions might have died in such heat if they were unable to move out immediately. That is my only complaint but it is a big one. And I think prospective renters need to be warned more clearly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Alameda
This140-year-old house is even more lovely than in its pictures -- the same true of beautiful yard/garden - shaded by an avocado tree full of hummingbirds & beautifully bordered. Maria is a very wonderful, helpful host; the house is as comfortable & well-equipped as it is lovely to stay in. The family had the nicest possible gathering here.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Favorite place!
Just wonderful! We will be back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran S., Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Visit
Four of us spent 6 days at this lovely home while visiting family in Alameda. The house exceeded our expectations. It was clean, comfortable and interesting. This was one of the best equipped rental properties we have stayed in. Great host and neighborhood!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BASSEM B., Sammamish

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Victorian House in the heart of Alameda
We rented this spacious house for relatives who were coming from Europe to visit Alameda. Communication with the manager/owner was friendly, efficient and easy. Instructions were clear and helpful. House was simply amazing! Nice furniture, comfortable and clean beds, plenty of rooms and bathrooms for everyone to have privacy, well-furnished kitchen, etc. Also, the house has a beautiful backyard with a gigantic avocado tree. It was a wonderful experience. We will rent this house again next time we have visitors!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Historic House
This was perfect place for our stay in the San Francisco area. The house is wonderful and Alameda is a great neighbourhood. Downtown San Francisco is within easy reach acoss the bay on the ferry. Maria was a great host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corrin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
5 adults stayed here for Cal graduation weekend. Wonderful space inside and out, excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

dadmog s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful stay!
Property was as described, very well outfitted and in good condition and clean. Great assortment of DVDs forthose so inclined. Very walkable neighborhood with some excellent breakfast restaurants a block away. Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house!
We entertained family from the UK and everyone loved this house and neighborhood! The house is fully stocked with everything we needed or wanted. It’s a gorgeous house and property and we had a fabulous time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The house is beautiful and very well-equipped. We will definitely stay here again’
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
I stayed at this property in October, and it was awesome. Even though I usually like trying new places, I'd gladly come back here. My family and I had a blast. We all loved hanging out at the big dining table, sharing meals, and playing board games. The house was very clean and comfy and the backyard, with its beautiful avocado tree, was a nice spot to relax. I would also like to express my gratitude to our host, Maria. She was incredibly responsive and accommodating throughout our stay, ensuring that all of our needs and questions were promptly addressed. Her hospitality was truly exceptional, and it made our stay all the more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome
loved this house
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for week-long stay
This is a lovely home in a wonderful town. Very comfortable furnishings and amazing stocked kitchen. Owners were available and responded immediately to our few questions. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lou V., Englewood, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Victorian wonder
Stayed here for the weekend in order to attend concerts at Oracle Park. The location was perfect. We were able to come back after being in the city all day and we were able to enjoy the quiet homie feeling to unwind. Beautiful home and neighborhood and we had all the amenities we needed. Market 2 blocks away was a big plus. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous historic home!
Our family had a wonderful stay in this lovely Victorian in a quiet residential neighborhood. Beautifully furnished with antiques and immaculate, this house has all the comforts of home. The host is thoughtful and communicated quickly whenever we had questions. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this home for your vacation stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dori D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gatheing
We were celebrating a graduation - the property was perfect for all of our comings and goings and group meals. A nice quiet street close to lots of SF, Oakland and Berkeley venues. Parking was plentiful and easy. Gray space for families
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Maria the owner was super responsive! Very accommodating! Home was beautiful and has a fascinating history. Beautiful yard. You won't be sorry if you rent this beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha S., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Alameda stay
You will find everything you could possibly need for a family vacation in this very special, incredibly well-maintained historic Victorian town. We walked to nearby playgrounds and downtown Alameda, as well as just enjoyed the beautiful backyard (with cornhole and other games at the picnic table). The host is very responsive as well if you have questions or need something. We would absolutely stay here again !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic property
This is lovely historic property that is very comfortable and well equipped. It is great for a family. The host is very responsive, and even picked some avocados for us from the back yard tree. This made a delicious breakfast of avocado toast. We enjoyed our comfortable stay tremendously.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Stayed here with my family (3 kids 13,11,9 and hubby) for our visit to explore San Francisco. We took the ferry in most days and that made it super easy! The house is spacious, clean, and in a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We stayed in this beautiful property over Memorial Day weekend. We booked it to attend a graduation ceremony. It worked so well for our family. It was myself, my husband, our 9 year old twins and my mom. It had the perfect amount of room and was exactly as advertised. We had only 1 issue come up and the owner answered my call right away and fixed it within ten minutes. The house is comfortable and well stocked. We would highly recommend it to others and will certainly stay again if we find ourselves in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hui H., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Victorian house
We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This property is a very lovely, spacious home in a safe and beautiful neighborhood. We spent a lot of time walking around the neighborhood looking at homes and gardens. The home has plenty of space and many great areas to sit and visit. Very convenient for restaurants and shopping in Alameda. We took the Seaplane into San Francisco during the day and evening- very safe, economical and comfortable. While staying here, we biked across the Golden Gate Bridge, hiked at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park, went to an Oakland A’s game and did a walking food tour in the Mission District. Maria was very accessible and accommodating. Loved our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarepta A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, Convenient, and Well-Equipped
This was the perfect home away from home. The host was helpful. The home was well-stocked with towels, linens, and toiletries. There were also many movies, games (both electonic and board/card), and books. Walkable neighborhood. Home was as-advertised, in excellent condition, and clean. It has many charming qualities, and was a beautiful place to stay. The yard is private and has plenty of seating.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022