Holiday rentals with a fireplace in Berkeley

SF & Bay views, deck w/hot tub, luxurious studio

Our recently renovated Eurostyle studio has high quality designer furnishings, eclectic art, and a private deck. Soak in the hot tub or have a drink on the deck and take in the stunning views of San Francisco and the Bay. Prepare dinner in a well-appointed kitchenette and dine inside in front of a best-in-class Dimplex electric fireplace/heater. Relax and enjoy company or watch TV in all-leather living room furniture. Luxuriate in our natural wood platform bed with a Casper memory foam mattress.

Soak up the Serenity from a Swing Seat at Claremont Cottage

Linger over a coffee in the zen, vine-covered courtyard at this secluded cottage nestled in the back of a period property in Berkeley. Crisp white sheets, craftsman furniture, and painted wooden cladding make for a sophisticated yet rustic haven. The main room is cozy with a big skylight, comfortable queen bed, swivel chair, and desk and chair. There is a small kitchenette. Outside is a stone patio, a swinging bench that overlooks a koi pond, and a small outdoor table and chairs. ZCSTR2021-0842

Modern retreat in the tree tops

Relax in this tranquil space nestled in Oakland Hills. Private inlaw unit furnished with modern furniture and art. Kitchen replete w/microwave-convection oven, induction cooktop, dishwasher, coffeemaker, prep tools and serving items await. Enjoy the electric fireplace, cable TV and high-speed WiFi. Stylish bathroom and comfy bed to refresh and relax. From the off-street parking spot, take the 30 well-lit and stable stairs to this quiet home away from home. No pets or smoking on premises. Enjoy!

Rock Roulade Cocoon

Your own space/ no shared rooms, easy access ground floor and convenient location. This unique place has a fresh style all its own. Formally a secret famous recording studio for pop-rock bands, it was known as “The Hearst”. World famous records by the Killers were made here, “Hot fuss” and “Sawdust”. The first room, (now bedroom) was the control room with recording equipment and the second room (now tub room) was where the musicians played. Welcome pets for a fee if $35/per pet -per night.

Spacious Private Garden Studio

Just a few minutes from the Greek Theater, UC Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley and BART, Chez Panisse and award-winning restaurants, LBL, and plenty more, this spacious studio gets natural light over the course of the day. Facing our neighbor's yard, you may even get to see wildlife passing through. With a king-sized bed, fireplace heater, nice-sized bathroom, closet, sit/stand desk, Keurig, television, and its own entrance, you can be comfortable whether you are here for business or for pleasure!

Berkeley Hills Maybeck Cottage

Built in 1925, Maybecks' “Cubby” is your private, rustic, 750 sq ft, carriage house located less than a mile from Cal. Homey and basic - the deck is great for lunch, dinner, or just hanging out. It's an easy walk down to the gourmet ghetto, Thursday Markets, buses and BART. Carport provided, a car is recommended (hey it's located in the hills.) Not baby proofed, minimal fencing - sorry, no pets, babies or toddlers. Smoke free, no butts about it. Sorry, no loud music, or large gatherings.

Serene Garden Retreat

Open the gate to a lush garden beneath a towering coastal redwood and find a cozy & gracious home away from home. Come enjoy our beautifully remodeled centrally located garden apartment. You can retreat from the busyness of everyday life and, within a few minutes walk, step back into the bustle of North Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto. We pay a 14% Transient Occupancy Tax to the City of Berkeley, registered under license# ZcSTR2017 number 76, which is included in the list price.

Urban Oasis in Garden, Art & Trees - Villa Opal

Villa Opal is a stand alone tiny house with its own private garden in a safe residential neighborhood surrounded with high end beautiful homes nearby. Enter through a security gate and a sidewalk away from the street, it's safe and secluded. Beautiful garden w/ outdoor seating, it's an oasis for you to escape from busy city scene. Fiber Optic Wifi Dedicated Office Space 12 ft high ceiling Skylight Electric Fireplace Private Garden Washer/Dryer in unit A/C

Charming, Sophisticated North Berkeley 2br House

California style home in friendly North Berkeley less than 2 miles from UC Berkeley. Recently remodeled, environmentally sensible with solar thermal heating and native plant landscaping. This lovely home features a beautiful custom kitchen and master bath, tinted Venetian plaster interiors, shoji-style window treatments and artisanal tile and ironwork. Set in a peaceful, safe area in walking distance to bart and the gourmet ghetto.

The Cozy Casita 2

Welcome to the Cozy Casita, you’re home away from home. The central location makes it the perfect jumping off point for all your Bay Area adventures with close proximity to MacArthur BART station, Multiple bus stops, Bay Wheels bike rental, shops and restaurants in Emeryville and Temescal, Access to 4 major highways within 1/4 mile, Lake Merritt, Uptown/Downtown Oakland, San Francisco, Berkeley, and many more Bay Area hotspots.

North Berkeley Cottage: Fast Wifi, Quiet, Walkable

Quiet and sunny guest suite in North Berkeley with private patio and wireless high speed Sonic Fiber in tree-lined walkable neighborhood. Ideal for working remotely with private, "no-touch" entrance and no interaction with host required. Very close to many parks, cafés, markets, and restaurants, transit (BART and bus), and 2 miles from UC Berkeley (45 min. walk). Berkeley Short-term rental certificate #ZCSTR2018-0137.

Hillside Hideaway near Claremont Hotel

An open-concept, one-bedroom, 2-story home in University Uplands. Pleasantly tucked into Claremont Canyon. This home was built in 1969 and belonged to renowned architectural historian Spiro Kostof. It is a peaceful space tucked against the hillside, surrounded by nature. You’ll feel like you’re staying in the country, when in fact, you’re only 5 minutes away from UC Berkeley and BART, with easy access to San Francisco.