You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Moonlight Manor - a themed hideaway!
The Moonlight manor is a themed 5 bed 2 bath based out of a 150-year-old Victorian mansion in the heart of Oakland. Christina, the creative director and hostess recently had a son and decided to open her home to support her family! With experience in Costume design and Stagecraft, we bring to you a themed hideaway experience! Go camping indoors, jump back in time to the 1920s, or enter the world of Beetlejuice. Adventure waits!
Please read our whole listing before booking.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Merritt. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
11 minutes by car from San Francisco Bay and 5 minutes from Jack London Square
Property manager
Christina Molcillo
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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: We have a pack and play on site if needed
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
The Moonlight Manor - a themed hideaway! Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Renata M.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Harry Potter Bday Extravaganza Was dreamy
I don't have words to explain how gorgeous the whole experience was. From the booking (Owner is awesome) to the arrival (Inn keeper is THE sweetest guy) to the magical overnight, the camping room joy with kids, the speakeasy vibe, care, and accommodations. Can't wait to book it again for adult mystery dinner party (kid free next time) so I can truly enjoy every single creative corner at this spot! Thanks!
Renata M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Jacob V.
9 Oct 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cool house!
The innkeeper was incredible and was SO helpful with everything! The house was really detailed and my kids loved it!
Our only issue was that it didn’t feel very clean. My mom ended up cleaning the inside of the microwave while we were there and a lot of the kitchen and bathrooms could have used a deep clean. It really felt like a “fun house” and not a proper vacation/short term rental.
I don’t think that I would stay here again as a vacation rental, but I would definitely recommend it to EVERYONE for a fun Halloween themed party!! So creative and such a fun house!
Jacob V.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jane Z.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Epically Spooky Experience
We loved the house! The decorations were awesome, and the historical nature of the house made for an even greater spooky experience, especially walking around the house in the middle of the night. There was even a friendly neighborhood crow that hung out with us on the porch for a bit. The host communicated well, and I would definitely recommend this house to anyone that has an appreciation for the strange and unusual. The beds were also super comfy, which is always a plus.
Jane Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cori B.
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and Fantastical
What a fun house with so many amazing details. We had a great time exploring the house and enjoying the decor. The rooms were all comfortable and the bathrooms were gorgeous. There was nowhere for all of us to sit comfortably together and chill but we ended up on the floor in the beetle juice room at night and on the beds in the front bedroom for coffee in the morning. So glad to know about this unique spot!
Cori B.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sachi S.
24 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
One of a kind rental!
I booked this property for my wedding party to stay at for 2 nights. Each room was beautiful, detail-oriented, and unique. Everyone slept comfortably and was charmed by how special each room felt. It’s clear a lot of love and care was put into this place. Check in was seamless and painless. It made for beautiful photos and set a fun tone for everyone. All in all, I would recommend and may return again in the future for special events.
Sachi S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adony
24 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Thanksgiving and birthday treat.
Wow, what an amazing house for a funky, and wonderful stay. So much detail that kept noticing things throughout the stay. Extra bonus was how nice the beds, and especially the comforters are. Would 100% book again.
Adony
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachele B.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and fun
what an interesting and fun place! My friends and I renjoyed the decor and all of the different fun rooms. The neighborhood felt pretty safe and the owners were quick to respond and helpful. Definitely a fun experience at a great rate!
Rachele B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cindy L.
22 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house! Wonderful Owner
Thanks for taking such good care of my family. I’m very sorry I wasn’t able to come. This is what Sarah has to say about the place. “This was probably the most creative house I have ever seen. A lot of amazing details were around every corner and more than likely I missed some of them. Although there were a lot of nooks and crannies and details filling in every area, the house was very clean and maintained. And Christina was a dream to work with and very accommodating. We met some of the neighbors who know Christina and they were nice and helpful”
Cindy L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bryan H.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun property
What a fun stay for all ages! Highly recommend
Bryan H.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paige G.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
We had an absolute blast ! A group of us were in town for a friends wedding and this house was another great memory for the weekend. The details through out the house was like scavenger hunt for the whole group. Moonlight Manor was big enough and comfy enough for all of us. Added a spooky element to our weekend. Everyone in our party was absolutely taken aback from all the beautiful work they put into the place ! I was lucky enough to spend the night in the camping room. And loved it so much! You guys are so talented ! If I ever go back to the Bay Area for another event, I wanna go back here !
Paige G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Morgan C.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, unique stay
We loved staying at Christina's amazing home! There were so many personal touches, it made for the perfect one of a kind experience. The dining display was especially beautiful! Christina was very attentive and quickly responded to all of my messages. There was plenty of parking out front, and it was easy to get downtown.