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Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
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Albany, CA
  • Popular LocationBerkeley Marina2 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of California, Berkeley7 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreek Theater10 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)32 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.

Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo

A perfect cozy home with a unique architectural structure, minutes from Albany beach and the Waterfront, and the University of Berkeley. Surround yourselves with nature, while being moments away from a variety of global restaurants, trendy coffee shops, and performing arts in Downtown Berkeley!

The space
The condo has a private entrance, 2 bedrooms, 1 stylish bathroom, a spacious living room, and a recently renovated kitchen, and can comfortably accommodate 4 guests. Both bedrooms are spacious and minimal. The first bedroom is equipped with a King bed, and the second bedroom has a Full size bed. Both bedrooms have plenty of storage, and are equipped with a nightstand and lamps. The big windows in the bedrooms offer lovely views and natural light.
The renovated ample kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, refrigerator, and everything you will need to prepare your meals.
The living room is bright and equipped with a comfortable couch, a lounge chair, a dedicated workspace area, a TV, and a dining room right by the window with a relaxing view of Albany Hill.
Enjoy the indoors fireplace in the living room, and in-floor heating!
The utilities room is equipped with a washer and dryer, and offers plenty of space for storage. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the warm living room, sitting on the comfortable couch by the fireplace, or on the beautiful balcony, which offers great views of Albany Hill. As the property is integrated into the hillside, you will have lovely views on three sides!
Lots of natural light is present in all the rooms.
The property is perfect for individuals, couples and small families relocating to the Bay Area!

Other things to note
Approximately 8 steps up to single level apartment. Apartment is on the top floor and has views on three sides.

Location:
Albany Hill is a prominent area along the east shore of San Francisco Bay.
It is one of the best places to live in California, as it is safe, it offers residents an urban suburban mix feel, and there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks nearby.
The location offers the possibility to enjoy a variety of activities, all within proximity. Whether you wish to study and visit the University of Berkeley, want to relax and visit the beach, fabulous restaurants and bars, and enjoy the night lifestyle, or prefer to have an adventurous vacation, this is the place to be!

BEACHES AND PARKS
- Albany Hill Park, a Nature-Lover's Paradise is just around the corner!
The park is open space, with a pleasant eucalyptus tree lined rustic trail.

- Albany Beach & Albany Waterfront Trail are approximately is approximately 1.5 mile away
Feel free to also check out Albany bulb, a former landfill which is now a waterside park with graffiti art, a beach, hiking trails & skyline views.

- Keller Beach, in Richmond is 7 miles away

- Lake Temescal is 9.5 miles away.
It has tons of parking, shade, bbqs, picnic tables, trails, playgrounds, and a lake you can fish in (with a permit) and swim

- Indian Rock Park, a great outdoors spot in the urban landscape of city life, is 2.3 miles away

- Tilden Regional Park is 3.9 miles away.
From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone.

FOOD & DRINKS:
- Zaytoon Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar is 0.6 mile away

- Juanita & Maude (wine, cocktails & refined American dishes ) is just 0.5 nile away

- Chez Mansour (Lebanese) is 1 mile away

- Rendez-Vous Café Bistro is known for the traditional French bistro fare, brunch menu & sidewalk seating, and is 0.5 mile away

- Taco Bell is just 0.4 mile away

OTHER ATTRACTIONS
- Albany Aquarium is just 0.3 mile away

- Solano Avenue, one of the larger shopping districts in the Berkeley area, is 1.2 mile away

- Downtown Berkeley is approximately 3.5 miles away

- The University of California, Berkeley, is 3.7 miles away
Getting around
- Oakland International Airport (OAK) is about 18 miles away
- San Francisco International Airport is 25 miles away

- El Cerrito Plaza BART station is 1.2 mile away

- There is free street parking

Property manager

Sean

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill
Bright Lovely Albany Hill Condo
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Berkeley
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Private vacation home
Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo Private vacation home Berkeley

About the neighborhood

Berkeley

This vacation home is located in Albany, a neighborhood in Berkeley. Fox Theater and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for California Academy of Sciences, a top attraction not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Berkeley Marina - 2 min drive
  • Golden Gate Fields - 4 min drive
  • University of California, Berkeley - 7 min drive
  • Greek Theater - 10 min drive
  • Pier 39 - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
  • El Cerrito Plaza Station - 18 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Club Mallard - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Juanita & Maude - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Al's Big Burger - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright & Lovely Albany Hill Condo located?

Located in Albany, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Berkeley Marina and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from University of California, Berkeley. Golden Gate Fields is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away. El Cerrito Plaza Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bright and spacious
A roomy second floor 2bedroom with lots of natural light, new well equipped kitchen and bathroom with two separate areas and two sinks. In the middle of Albany Hill, quiet neighborhood, across the street from a park and butterfly sanctuary. Great view of towns below, sunrise and Berkeley Hills across the way from balcony. A short walk to see sunset over Bay. Three blocks downhill to extensive Solano Ave shopping and restaurants. Steep hill return if walking but worth the view. Owner really responsive and generous our entire winter 4 month stay.
Stayed 116 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment with a great view!
We stayed at the apartment for three months while my family relocated from Albany. This apartment was very comfortable, the location was great, quiet, and safe. Sean was always prompt with communication. I highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 105 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Gail and Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean, convenient
The condo was very comfortable, clean, up-to-date and has a well-stocked kitchen, etc. The visitor will never run short on toilet paper, shampoo or soap/body wash! We really appreciated the room darkening drapes in the bedroom. As the host's description mentions, it's within walking distance of a major commercial street with shops and restaurants. (also a movie theater which had not yet reopened at the time of our stay.) My only caveats - there's plenty of shelf space in the bedroom closets but if both bedrooms will be occupied, more hangers should be supplied. Also, although cool weather is the norm for the east bay, depending on the time of year, there are hot sunny days and the apartment can get very warm and stuffy. As the list of amenities shows, a fan is NOT included. With the sliding doors in each room open, the condo cools off but the living room sliding has no screens so we kept it closed or opened only about 6 inches. (i spoke to the owner about this and sliding screen may be installed in the future.) fyi, i recommend walking up Hillside Ave (to the left when you leave the condo) The view is spectacular!

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well be back.
Very nice apartment with first class appointments.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice.
Great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021