[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. Vacation home in Oakland with kitchenette and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113202100/113202038/w601h683x212y0-a29e6350.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113202100/113202038/98979834.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113202100/113202038/w907h683x58y0-45397587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113202100/113202038/w509h683x257y0-918386d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113202100/113202038/w920h683x59y0-1d92277a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly - 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. ### At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. The Merriewood Retreat invites an idyllic respite in the hills, offering convenience of location as well as quiet in a place of beauty for work or a well-earned staycation. Although there is no TV, the environment is set up for reading, relaxing in and out, as well as for working \*Dedicated WIFI \*Strong phone/internet connection Sit at a desk, on a sofa, or even outdoors Enjoy the spacious patio garden with ample seating in sun or shade. It's just a Quick Drive to neighboring towns, BART transport, regional parks, and hiking trails Near by Montclair Village has groceries, various int'l cuisine, take-outs, coffee shops, books and boutiques, banks, and a spacious park for picnics and kids' play. PLEASE NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY DOGS WELCOME! 2 max please or check with host This SECURE garden is great for dogs to explore and get some extra stretching. Take your pups on a tree-filled walk, circling you back home in 15 minutes. King size, Sleep Number bed Kitchenette with cooktop, hot water pot, microwave, frig, hot-water sink Cooking supplies include pot and frypan, Dishes. Cutlery. Wine and water glasses Coffee. Teas. Attached bath, walk-in shower with soaps Hair dryer and forgotten amenities Closet, dresser drawers Ironing board, iron Full-length mirror Sofa seating Keys available on arrival. Come and go independently through the well-lighted, private driveway No stairs No hourly restrictions Life in our neck of the woods is both pet and people-friendly. Family, friends are welcome as day guests ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![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 133 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=69820382&PinnedHotelID=69820382&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99450000/99441700/99441681/w907h683x59y0-fdf89ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills Piedmont Pines - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=99441681&PinnedHotelID=99441681&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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DO NOT PUT ANY FOOD IN THE SINK Please leave the door ajar when you are leaving. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ## About the area Merriewood, a neighborhood in Oakland, is home to this vacation home. Greek Theater and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Alcatraz Island and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, cycling, and mountain biking. [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%7C37.84169%2C-122.21395&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0ahp9qIhS_wSGbCe98-Ln-N21JA=) Oakland, CA ### What's nearby - Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km - University of California, Berkeley - 6 min drive - 5.0 km - Fox Theater - 7 min drive - 10.0 km - Greek Theater - 8 min drive - 6.4 km - Jack London Square - 9 min drive - 12.2 km ### Getting around - Rockridge Station - 5 min drive - Berkeley Station - 12 min drive - Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪7-Eleven - ‬15 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min drive - ‪Highwire Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive - ‪Yellow Door - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. located? > Located in Merriewood, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Redwood Regional Park, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and Telegraph Avenue. Children's Hospital Oakland and Memorial Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sydney B. Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A perfectly peaceful retreat Everything about our visit to Merriewood Retreat was perfect! Lovely inside and out and hosts with the most! The garden is blossoming in many colors, the inside space (though hard to go in— it being so nice outside) had everything one could ask for including a super comfy bed, fully functional kitchen space and large, beautiful shower. We look forward to coming back!! ##### Sydney B. 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