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Updated apartment on Oakland/Berkeley border!
We returned to the Bay Area from the East Coast for a family event - and were lucky to find Charlie and Jenny’s place very close to where family lives. Communication was amazing even before the trip began . The apartment is on the bottom of Charlie and Jenny’s house and very private . There is a separate parking space, which is a a huge bonus in the area. The living space is VERY roomy - much more so than I expected from pics! SUPER clean , and SUPER well stocked, with lots of personal touches . Loved the kitchen and bathroom !!! I had to do some work during the week and there was a woke space as well. Two comfy bedrooms with VERY comfortable beds, extra blankets, pillows, pool/beach towels - you name it. We met both Charlie and Jenny in person and they were so lovely to chat with . Charlie gave lots of great restaurants info ! If you travel with family or kids- they also will find so many toys, games- even bathtub toys ! Since we will return to the area, I would absolutely return!

Private apartment safe, quiet Albany neighborhood
We had a great stay at this Airbnb. Everything is working as your are expecting. I will recommended to my Family & Friends.

Sommelier's Quarters - 2BR/2Ba Non-Hosted
This was a wonderful spot! Incredible hosts. Great communication! Chris offered great information about places to go to and eat in town. We would definitely stay again!!

Boutique Garden Apartment-Temescal
I enjoyed my time at Audrey’s place. They are centrally located and the backyard is a beautiful place to work or unwind. Audrey, Jordie, and the pups were very friendly and hospitable. I would highly recommend their place for any guest visiting Oakland.

Modern Living Steps From Downtown
Alexander’s place was the perfect stay for my family. His place was clean and well organized. The kitchen pots and pans were in great condition and the kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were extremely comfortable. We definitely recommend staying here!

Beautiful 1 bdrm Apt with Ocean Views and Hot Tub
Our stay at Albina’s guest suite was very peaceful and a perfect place to rest our heads while exploring SF! Great location in a quiet neighborhood, walkable to local restaurants and cafés. About a 20 minute walk to Golden Gate Park. Lovely views of the ocean to watch the sunset, we used the firepit on the deck which was lovely! Albina was a kind and gracious host.

Cozy & Comfortable Sausalito Flat
I stayed here for a month and it was great, I highly recommend! As described and seen in the pictures. Annie was helpful and ensured I had everything I needed. I think this apartment is perfect for 1-2 people with a child or small/medium-sized pet. Clean and cozy with nice, warm lighting. The bed was comfy, kitchen was small but well-equipped, living room was roomy with a medium-sized couch, and bathroom more than sufficient. I loved relaxing on the deck as well! The neighborhood is hilly and beautiful, close to bus/ferry/restaurants/stores. Touristy downtown, but not as much in the immediate vicinity. I walked A LOT with my dog and enjoyed it, but the hills can be steep! Definitely a very safe area. The only “con” is, in my opinion, it’s just a bit expensive for the size. However, I understand it’s in a pretty wealthy neighborhood and am sure Airbnb fees/taxes account for a decent part of the cost. Suffice to say, this is a once-in-a-long-while stay for me. Hopefully that’s fair.

Private & clean STUDIO 580/680 Tri-Valley
If I could give a rating of 6 stars, I would. This is my go-place when I have to be in the Bay Area.....if it is available. Peaceful is amazing to work with. It has a great location, gated parking, very comfortable bed and more
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North Berkeley Garden Private Apt
Annie and Alex‘s Airbnb is wonderful! It’s in a great location, well designed, clean and modern, and equipped with all of the items you would want in the kitchen. You have access to a beautiful outdoor garden with dining table and chairs. Location! While you can walk to the best shopping for fruits and vegetables, there is free street parking as well. BART is a quick 13 minute walk! Lastly, Annie and Alex are wonderful, thoughtful hosts. We would highly recommend their AirBnb for either short or longer stays

Grand and Cozy 1920's SF Studio
We had a lovely stay and glad to have booked this place for our first time in San Francisco. Place was clean with a good collection of books, location was beautiful, and really appreciate the tap for filtered drinking water.

Montclair Retreat-quiet, elevator, in unit laundry
Dennis & Tiiu's place was perfect for our needs. We stayed for a week while in town visiting our son, who lives only a few minutes away, so it was a perfect location for us. The location was peaceful and quite. The house was cozy and suitable for two people. It was a little smaller than it looked in the pictures but again, it worked for the two of us. The amenities were as described. We would definitely stay again.

Spacious South Berkeley Apartment w/ Parking
Everything as described. Well-stocked kitchen, perfectly capable of cooking meals. Lots of space. ~15 min walk to Berkeley Bowl, which is a great place to pick up groceries. Some reviews mention hearing footsteps overhead; there is an apartment overhead, and the sound is about as loud as you would expect for living in a lower-level apartment. Joe is very quick to respond to questions, which reduces any issues that might come up. I had some problem with the WiFi, and Joe replied quickly to help me troubleshoot the issue. Overall a smooth experience.

Secluded Patio apartment downtown
My sister and I were so comfortable in the space. We felt so very welcome from the variety of teas and coffee to the fresh flowers in each room. The mini fridge was big enough to hold our snacks and of course the coffee pot was a plus. The walk into town was quick and easy and we very much enjoyed the garden which was very private. I would come back again and again.

St. Vincent's Hill Historic Green Queen
A resort-style feel. The house is really well maintained. The layout was nice and we felt like there was plenty of space. The entire home showed great care. The house was stocked with anything we could possibly need. We were pleasantly surprised to find a generous amount of snacks, drinks and breakfast staples provided free of charge. There were clear and helpful instructions/signs posted everywhere. The patio was a little oasis where we enjoyed our coffee in the morning. There was a large supply of books and games for the family. Everyone had a great time and we couldn't be more pleased. This home has my highest recommendation.

Private Studio in Lovely Neighborhood
Perfect studio with all the amenities needed! Loved the walkable neighborhood with nearby restaurant! Host was kind and easy to reach.

gigi's bed and breakfast
clean, quiet, private, well cared for garden/apartment space, beautiful setting& location ... gigi a host category of her own! ... gigi personally greeted with attitude so warm, welcoming after a long day on the road...in the a.m. no ordinary continental breakfast warm & handmade, colorful delightful artistic fruit arrangements.. gigi truly is a SuperHost not to be taken for granted ... grazie mille, gigi
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Amazing Welcoming Unique Ocean Home
My Son an I did a 5 day stay. The place was very centrally located on the pacific coast. The place was very cozy, clean and comfortable with outstanding ocean views from everywhere in the cabin. Good parking for two vehicles. Weather was so so, but did not hindered us a bit. We hiked at Muir Woods, the overlook and the beach all within 5 minutes away. We were able to go to San Francisco multiple times 35 minutes to do half day lunches or dinners and Sausalito 20 minutes. Yeshi was very responsive when we communicated, but really needed little assistance. The home is older and very charming. It reminded me of my own house growing up. Would definitely stay here again.

NoPa Garden Sanctuary ⭐️ Jacuzzi ⭐️ Walk Everywhere
Dylan & Alex’s place was a perfect place to stay while visiting SF! It felt very central and easy to get to a lot of places; and its proximity to Golden Gate Park was an added bonus! The backyard area was beautiful and felt like an escape from the city!

Immaculate 2 bd 2 bath at Silverado Country Club
Great place to stay for visiting wineries especially in the south part of Napa valley. Very well stocked kitchen. Clean, quiet, restful place to stay after a day visiting local attractions. Highly recommend, especially for the value. Includes a covered parking area, and nice outside patio overlooking the golf course.

SF & Bay views, deck w/hot tub, luxurious studio
This is such a lovely studio. Super comfy and spotless. The bed is very comfy, the kitchenette was just right for making a quick breakfast, and I loved the deck - could have lounged on the deck chairs for days enjoying the sun and the view. The neighborhood is gorgeous. Quiet but inviting, with some very impressive architecture, and several fantastic little local parks. Everything is pretty steep in the area, and it makes you feel like you're in a different world from the rest of the city. Jan was very responsive and helpful, and we had exactly the relaxing weekend we needed.

Vino Bello, Napa, California
Bello Vino is a great location for exploring Napa and the Valley. As a timeshare property the accommodations are managed like a hotel, but the "rooms" are like small apartments--bedroom, bathroom, living and kitchen. Janette was a pleasure to work with. Her communications were great, check-in was seamless and stress-free. An A++ experience all the way around. Will definitely stay again next year when my conference rolls around! Thank you!!

City Views | Elevator | Garage | King Bed | W/D
Very responsive and accommodated my request to stay extra days. Great location!

Donatello Resort Studio
Second time staying here, would highly recommend for staying in SF. Clean, spacious and great value.

Grand 1868 Victorian, Family-Friendly w/ Hot Tub
A charming Victorian tucked into a quiet, shaded residential street just minutes away from all the best the Mission District has to offer. On top of that, the vibe and decor is 100% that of the family home it looks like. The bookshelves filled with different people’s favorite books. The kitchen appliances are top-of-the-line and it has everything you need to feed a family if you need a break from exploring. When family came in for out of town with too many people to host in my condo, we decided to all pitch in and stay here together and we could not have been happier. Thank you so much for making this lovely home available to us.
Quick stats about apartment rentals in San Rafael
Total rentals
70 properties
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20 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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