[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart Lakefront vacation home in Oakland with a hot tub ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35170000/35165200/35165132/d766ec4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35170000/35165200/35165132/6fc01553.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35170000/35165200/35165132/4a3f223a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35170000/35165200/35165132/e1a0e432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35170000/35165200/35165132/a857c045.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to this charming duplex, located on a safe street near Lake Merritt. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen with high-end appliances or explore the amazing restaurants surrounding the lake. With off-street parking and access to Bosch washer/dryer, your stay is sure to be convenient. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom1100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart This duplex is located on a safe, charming street 2 blocks from Lake Merritt, and 10 minutes to Bart, Oakland Museum of California and all the shops on Grand Ave and Lakeshore (Safeway, Trader Joes, CVS, Peets, and many more). Visit the Oakland Spice Shop and cook in our fully equipped kitchen with high-end appliances or step outside to all the amazing restaurants that surround the lake. Walk to Bart or rent a FORD GOBIKE or Scooter (LIME & BIRD) available throughout the lake. Off street parking is available for your rental or pick up Zip Car from several locations around the lake. Bosch washer/dryer available in the unit with baby-clean feature. This unit is on a second floor so there are 16 stairs to a private flat. All dark bamboo floors with wonderful space rugs throughout. Wine fridge available for the perfect temperature next to a build-in desk for all those working in or attending conferences in SF, Oakland or vacationing. Sunny-Bright Master bedroom features a queen size bed and ELFA closet system for your extended stay. second bedroom has a twin bed and trundle, perfect for one adult/child or extend the trundle to fit 2 adults or kids. Remodeled bathroom with marble floors. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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 ### General - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4900/4810/24ae7eb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coral Reef Inn & Suites East End - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Parking included 6.8 2,834 reviews CA $149 CA $170 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=4810&PinnedHotelID=4810&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66900000/66900000/66899941/ccc74109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Gem in the San Francisco Bay Golden Gate - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 64 reviews CA $126 CA $241 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=66899941&PinnedHotelID=66899941&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40590000/40590000/40589937/8d98000a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West Oakland Home Minutes from San Francisco - 3BR with Full Kitchen West Oakland - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 92 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=40589937&PinnedHotelID=40589937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68020000/68014000/68013992/4c2e6acd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walker's Paradise in Oakland Piedmont Avenue - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=68013992&PinnedHotelID=68013992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74010000/74009000/74008969/7f83190b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfy Oakland Apartment 15 min from San Francisco West Oakland - Kitchen - Parking available - Microwave - Living/dining area 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=74008969&PinnedHotelID=74008969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69830000/69820400/69820382/b28b43f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serene Montclair Getaway Merriewood - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 134 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=69820382&PinnedHotelID=69820382&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113530000/113527100/113527004/ae83f480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hills Cottage with Panoramic Views & Hot Tub. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Cleveland Heights, a neighborhood in Oakland. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum or Oakland Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking. [Visit our Oakland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland.dx601762) [View more Vacation homes in Oakland](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Private-Vacation-Homes.d601762-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.80404%2C-122.24773&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eI3THRIRbZEqeb1sLRDDUayC2mw=) Oakland, CA ### What's nearby - Oakland City Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Oakland Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km - Fox Theater - 4 min drive - 2.9 km - Paramount Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km - Jack London Square - 4 min drive - 3.6 km ### Getting around - Lake Merritt Station - 3 min drive - Berkeley Station - 9 min drive - Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 24 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Brother’s Deli & Co. - ‬8 min walk - ‪Champa Garden - ‬11 min walk - ‪Ahn's Quarter Pound Burger - ‬13 min walk - ‪Haddon Hill Cafe - ‬2 min walk - ‪Baggy's by the Lake - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart? > As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart on Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $244.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. 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Ask a question ## 2 Br/1Bath Bright-Spacious Flat 2 blks from Lake Merritt, 10 m walk to Bart Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 56 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe and Rose Powers S. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Walking distance to Lake, stores, theaters, downtown and restaurants. Beautifully decorated and clean. Would definitely stay there again. ##### Joe and Rose Powers S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol M. Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you! Amazing place! ##### Carol M. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace H. Apr 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cleveland heights Its a wonderful property with a very nice and friendly host ##### Candace H. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second time here‼️ Lovely home, walkable to almost everything ‼️ We will come again and again‼️ ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace H. Feb 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay in Oakland This is a great place. Wonderful home, location and friendly family to rent from. I love the decor and the space. ##### Candace H. Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael K. Jan 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place Great location. Will come back! ##### Michael K. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin P. Aug 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful artistic home Great place to stay. A lot of living space for a family to spread out. Also had designated parking which is a huge bonus if arriving late. ##### Erin P. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy H. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for us! Great location, super clean, easy to access, and greatly appreciated all of the little touches. We were very comfortable. ##### Amy H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol M. Jun 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful As always, a great place to stay! Carlos is a wonderful host and his upstairs apartment is comfortable and amazingly decorated and equipped. Love staying here. It is close to our daughter’s apartment which makes it super handy for us when we visit Oakland. Thanks again Carlos! ##### Carol M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol M. Feb 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property The apartment is beautiful, comfortable and close to Lake Merritt. We will definitely be back. Thanks Carlos! ##### Carol M. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shavaun T. Dec 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely California Christmas We came west to celebrate a family holiday. This place could not have been more perfect. It had the best outfitted kitchen I have ever encountered at a vacation rental. It was comfortable, spacious, tasteful, and convenient. The whole process was seamless. ##### Shavaun T. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ariadne I. Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best VRBO ever! My husband and I were in the area visiting relatives. The location was perfect. We would have been satisfied with that as long as the dwelling was adequate. But we were thrilled even as we walked up the porch steps: fragrant blossoms in the lovely landscaped front garden. Excellent taste in style blend with comfort in this gorgeous flat. The natural light brightens everything and the views are stellar- What a backyard! We were sad to leave our beloved relatives-- but just as sad to leave this amazing VRBO ##### Ariadne I. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela J. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Choice My husband, 16 year-old son and I had a wonderful time at Carlos' place. The apartment was very clean and comfortable. We loved the artwork and the proximity to Lake Merritt. When the smaller bedroom got too hot due to an increase in temperature, we requested a fan and Carlos provided one right way. Communication with him was seamless. We highly recommend this apartment. ##### Angela J. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth F. Nov 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A home away from home This was the second time we stayed at this home which may be all you need to know. It's clean with plenty of room to spread out and most of the conveniences one would expect. It's close (walking distance of about a 1/2 mile with a steep return climb) to shopping and dining areas and to public transportation should you choose not to use a car to get around. Carlos and his family are very warm and welcoming, and it was good to know that they were there just in case (but there were no problems, happily). We highly recommend this rental and hope to stay there again when we next visit Oakland. ##### Kenneth F. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn M., Manitoba, Canada Jul 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious, peaceful, unique Carlos's Oakland property is a lovely oasis of peace and comfort. We felt instantly at home. Light- filled and spacious, this second floor flat is decorated in beautiful style with interesting collections of books, artwork, and curios. Very clean, well-appointed, and safe, and the listing photos show it very well - the reality surpassed our expectations. A perfect home-base to explore SF and the Bay area, with walking-distance to Oakland grocery, restos, and shops. We had such a nice family holiday and I hope to be back sooner rather than later. Thank you! 😊 ##### Carolyn M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles G., Petaluma, CA, USA Apr 8, 2019 #### Delightful Lake Merritt area flat, charming and convenient, couldn't have been happier! We had the most wonderful 2-night stay at this lovely second-story, fully-furnished and equipped flat just 2 blocks from Lake Merritt in Oakland's Cleveland Heights (Haddon Hill) neighborhood. The two-bedroom apartment has its own private entrance, is fully furnished with separate den-TV room, sun-room/bedroom, perfectly appointed kitchen, and an adjoining living area. The property abounds with trees, has an intriguing, clay 'turtle house' in back, and is in a really lovely, quiet neighborhood. The owners have decorated the living space with an unusually eclectic and tasteful mix of artworks and artifacts from around the world, and it gives a truly welcoming, warm and intriguing ambience to all the rooms. Our hosts, Carlos and Katherine, were most welcoming, offering full explanations of the amenities and also a fascinating history of the home and property. The rental was just minutes from the lovely Lake Merritt, an amazing farmers' market (on Saturday mornings), and a plethora of shops (Oaktown Spice Shop was a fave!!), cafes (Arizmendi bakery!), restaurants, and other attractions. Chinatown and many other neighborhoods are also within walking distance, so we used out car only to go to Redwood Regional Park, an amazing wilderness so close by. The provided off-street parking space was an extra and much-appreciated benefit! We give this property our highest possible rating, and we definitely intend to return, to continue our explorations of this unique corner of Oakland. Thank you, folks! You were truly wonderful hosts, and we felt entirely at home in your space. ##### Charles G. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan T. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable! I stayed one week at this lovely home. It was quiet but also close to everything. I’m booking again! ##### Jan T. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine W. Jul 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing 5 Days in Oakland Our stay in Oakland was wonderful! The place is beautiful, peaceful and very comfortable. Location is great. It was walkable and safe. Carlos is easy to communicate with, accommodating and hospitable. We would stay here again in a second. ##### Catherine W. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl S. Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Art-full Place to Stay The property is as advertised but the pictures don't do it justice. The unit is a second floor duplex with a locked private entrance that is totally separated from the downstairs unit where the owner lives. We never heard a peep from folks below us. It was quiet, peaceful, and beautiful. Carlos has filled this lovely unit with art he's collected over the years. It's interesting, whimsical, and delightful. It's an older house with modern bathroom, kitchen, and flooring. The unit is well-appointed with amenities to meet your needs. There are games, CDs, a Roku TV, all the kitchen goodies, etc. The neighborhood is safe and very near restaurants, shops, a vintage movie palace (the Grand Lake Theater), and a great urban park (Lake Merritt). It's convenient by highway to S.F. and the Bay Area. Our only quibble -- and involves a purely a personal and subjective matter of preference -- is the bed in the master bedroom was a bit too firm for our taste. We would recommend this great unit without reservation, and with our full endorsement. We'd go back there in a heartbeat if time and circumstances allow. ##### Carl S. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl M., San Francisco, CA Mar 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay by Lake Merritt! We needed a place to stay in Oakland for 12 days, and are so glad we found Carlos’s fantastic place. Super cozy, charming and comfortable, it was perfect for us. It’s full of character and personal touches, and feels very much like a home instead of a rental. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was modern and functional, closet was great, kitchen was well supplied and easy to use, and the two different living room spaces really helped us spread out. There is lots of artwork and some funky antiques too. Most of all, Carlos was an amazing host and a true gentleman. Loved the neighborhood too. We’d stay there again in a second! ##### Carl M. Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William H., Fairfax, VA Feb 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay Great place to stay during our visit to our daughter in Oakland. Carlos has decorated the unit nicely. There is plenty of room to spread out. I have bad knees and had no problems with the stairs. Hope to be back. ##### William H. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amelia B. Nov 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Fabulous!!! ##### Amelia B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard R. Sep 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in a great location This was a great rental in a wonderful neighborhood. We greatly enjoyed our time and would absolutely stay there again. ##### Howard R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### NIcole O. Sep 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! This was a delightful, spacious and well-stocked place for my two daughters and me to spend Cal Parent’s weekend. Communication was on point, the unit is clean, bright and lovely. We’ll be back! ##### NIcole O. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin R., New York Sep 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would absolutely stay again - great for kids too Absolutely loved the property. Very cozy, clean, and had all the major amenities one might need. Traveling with a 2 year old, very much appreciated how kid friendly this property was, with a sun/play room, plenty of movies, books, stroller, and more. Walkable to Trader Joes, restaurants, Fairyland (kids theme park), and more. Really enjoyed the stay. No issues. ##### Kevin R. 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