Title: Serene Montclair Getaway - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=69820382&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serene Montclair Getaway Cottage in Oakland with patio and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Serene Montclair Getaway ![Interior - Serene Montclair Getaway (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69830000/69820400/69820382/b28b43f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Serene Montclair Getaway (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69830000/69820400/69820382/c36ea571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Serene Montclair Getaway (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69830000/69820400/69820382/4fce7e81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Serene Montclair Getaway (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69830000/69820400/69820382/8eca47f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Serene Montclair Getaway (Oakland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69830000/69820400/69820382/956a4d72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 0 ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2250 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### Serene Montclair Getaway Some of our earliest guests dubbed our place "The Sanctuary", and we had to agree, it fit well. A truly special retreat-like setting. This is a very private cottage at street level with ample neighborhood parking. One enters through a private, sculpture filled courtyard. In the high ceilinged main room large windows look onto a red plum tree and hills in the distance. The super comfortable bed has down pillows and comforter and fine linens. A beautiful Travertine and plaster gas fireplace with a large Sculpture niche warms the room quickly and casts a romantic glow . Totally controllable lighting and top down- bottom up shades allow you to tailor the space to your exact needs . There is a built in desk and comfortable chair for working and a TV above it with cable, HBO, Showtime etc . There is a Bluetooth/CD player with a varied selection of cds Including my own home made cd of Indian bansuri music . Throughout the space there are thoughtful loving touches. The bathroom is unique and artistic with a large openable skylight. Though we are new to VRBO We have rented this space for more than ten years, and received many wonderful reviews which describe the place better than I ever could. My favorite, from Annmarie and Vicky, December 31, 2018, " If I was a cat , I was purring the whole time. thank you for your creativity in bringing this space together." From Thomas and Maya (NY),11 /27/20, "Wow, wow, wow! We love it here and never want to leave. Thank you for sharing your sanctuary art and music with us. If we could capture the energy of this bnb and take some to go we would."" From Britney and Chase,12 /29/2019 , "the second we opened the door, the place took our breath away. We couldn't ask for anything more to end 2019 to ring in the new year. From Sonya and Craig, 8/26/2019, "Thanks for putting so much love in every detail in your tree top sanctuary. It was a perfect home away from home for my birthday trip home to the Bay Area. The moment we entered the courtyard patio we knew we were in for a treat…… But when we entered the door of the room itself Wow!!!!! The stonework and mosaics are divine and you can feel the spirit within we will be back again." From Allison and Aamir, New YorkNy, "Thank you so much for this little piece of heaven nestled in Oakland this was the perfect spot for my birthday vacation the decor is amazing and so were our hostsTed and Stefanie". From Nigel and Ani, "The most comfortable of beds and even more cozy fireplace- you two didn't miss a single beat with this place. Thanks so much." From Janine, "Thank you for providing such a quiet peaceful place to spend the weekend. I felt calm as soon as I walked in and slept better than ever. I enjoyed the beautiful decor especially the Buddha above the fireplace." On a similar similar note from Ashley and Brandon, "Thank you for being a part of making my birthday a special one. I told Brandon I wanted this birthday to be a relaxed one.I slept so well here Ted I fell asleep to the sound of your beautiful music the space was so lovely and clean we would surely love to come back. I do not tire of these and could read them all day long. Here's one from Samara and Clifton, 5/5/ 2018, "Our stay was absolutely amazing I couldn't complain,from the moment we walked in the room. We fell in love with the lighting ,detail of everything, space. The fireplace had to be one of my highlights,sitting next to the fire every night was relaxing. the neighborhood was so quiet and peaceful also the space is very clean. " Another from Dave and Marisol,Redmond Oregon , 3/1818, "The sanctuary space is gorgeous and gave us such a sweet space for a deep reset of our projects and businesses . It's so gorgeous to wake up to the light dancing in the trees outside, and feel like we've been in the treehouse of Serenity and Space thank you so much! we are so grateful!" Here's a favorite from Destiny and Quinton ,"Where do I start- this sanctuary was exactly what we needed when we needed it. We immediately felt the calm energy surround us and we were engulfed in it - this ""comfort zone" "allowed us to relax in full force. My boyfriend was amazed at the illusion of how spacious and cozy it was despite the outside size we will be back very soon,Ted you were amazing nothing short of a mere example of what hosts should follow.thank you for renting your Sanctuary to us it did not disappoint." Cheryl and Sam add, "We love your hospitality the music, the decor, all the little details that deliver the soul of two loving homeowners -we are so grateful" Kim and Bill back in 2016 said, "we enjoyed the inside of your cottage and the outside porch where we spent the early hours of the morning sipping tea and coffee listening to the birds and observing the amazing vegetation that surrounded us. it's like living in a treehouse every detail in the cottage from the walls,lighting,masonry,skylights and sheepskin rug was perfect and also comfortable. " 2015 from Candace and Mark, "wow we really enjoyed our stay here it was such a restful place. the birds and squirrels made me feel the peace and tranquility we much needed. Mark was so surprised as we were driving up and wondered where the hotel was he can't stop talking about how pleasant his weekend has been and how about beautiful the trees and surroundings are five stars. Again in 2015, Marie and Kinsey said , " No words beautiful enough to express our gratitude for letting us stay in your beautiful home I will always remember the softness of this place. " A favorite from Tom and Linda in 2015, " Thank you so much for a perfect stay !!!!! Your place is halfway to heaven, especially with the beautiful statue of Ganga and the other artworks . Actually you have transformed the floors ,walls, countertops etc. into beautiful works of art like a villa in Tuscany. We felt a profound silence here and felt special just to be here. Oh I forgot the flute music is awesome we listened to it every day April 2015, Jeff and Carol Wrote, "Thanks! What a lovely oasis you have created here . It was everything we hoped for and more. Your attention to detail and fine craftsmanship are admirable the fireplace, clocks, lighting, sheep skin feels elegant and homey all at once. May 2015, John wrote,"Thanks for the beautiful flowers and the artistry of the lighting, the creativity and patience of the stonework and the mastery of space; not perfect and just right for comfort rest and reflection, re-creation. Namaste Heidi who has a definite flair for the poetic wrote, in September 2014," A traveler sanctuary indeed! for we are all travelers going somewhere. We, the nomads of the world at some point need to stop, breathe, look inside at our own inner strength, that which supports us like a forest of ancient redwoods. Ted and stefanie have created such a Sanctuary infusing beauty with such a vital calm and peaceful oasis, thank you. In 2013 August -Jim and Phyllis wrote, "Best pillows ever, comfy bed, love the toilet paper holder, beautiful stonework throughout, best bathroom clock ever, quiet and serene. " As a fellow New Yorker I was pleased to see Joe and Beth, in 2012,writing " After coming from New York City area this place is paradise. It is so serene and peaceful we had a great time this place is perfect setting for a nice retreat. " In October 2012 Ella and Michael penned, "This was a welcome retreat for us to return to at night… So beautiful Throughout peaceful and inviting . The bed was luxurious too. What a cozy and serene sanctuary " Nancy and Steve wrote on August 26 of 2012: "it has made our first visit to Oakland and our grandson's birth city a lovely experience." April 2012 Pat and Stan Said: "We have stayed here two times with you, and it makes us happy to come back to this unique and peaceful retreat. I look around and I'm amazed at such craftsmanship. The decorating adds to the beauty we are so relaxed and calm. " A few days before that, Mia and Tom wrote:" Thank you for sharing who you are through the craftsmanship and decor of this lovely sanctuary it's blessed us, and we will share our experience with others who are looking for some much-needed respite Adonius in 2011, our first year in operation, wrote , "thank you ,thank you,thank you,we loved the place and enjoyed our time getting to reconnect .we will be back and will tell everyone this is the 'go to place ' when visiting the Bay Area. The settings and privacy was perfect for romantic night and morning Last ,but certainly not least - from our one guest who proposed to his wife at our place, Blake and Dana in 2011, "Ted and Stefanie -thank you so much for making our special night so wonderful, and she said yes by the way. Thank you for such a wonderful night it couldn't have been more lovely,so serene and the homemade flute music was just beautiful." Just one more written in lovely calligraphy, from Laurie and Dale, from Ohio and Florida respectively, "Thank you for providing peace and tranquility and comfort we loved your space. It was magical." We look forward to sharing our magical, peaceful, comfortable space with you in the near future. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Mountain biking 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) ### General - Unit size: 250 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18978800/18978765/e3c7ffed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Area Charming 1938 Art Deco Duplex East End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=18978765&PinnedHotelID=18978765&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105800000/105791800/105791704/3ff082d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique sunny flat with balcony Southwest Berkeley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill 6.0 2 reviews CA $247 CA $714 total includes taxes & fees Dec 20 - Dec 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=105791704&PinnedHotelID=105791704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112886400/112886333/165999ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Modern Guesthouse Retreat near Berkeley & SF - King Bed, AC, Standing Desk Southwest Berkeley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=112886333&PinnedHotelID=112886333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109500000/109497800/109497739/2f27ba3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 1-bedroom cottage with AC near Piedmont and Lake Merritt. 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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 ### Property is also known as Studio Serene Montclair Getaway Cottage Serene Montclair Getaway Oakland Serene Montclair Getaway Cottage Oakland ## About the area ![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%7C37.83774%2C-122.21687&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oPtbWmzxZXn3BmRfjKiSNaTJghQ=) Oakland, CA #### What's nearby - Lake Temescal \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Mountain View Cemetery \- 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve \- 4 min drive \- 2.6 km - Dracena Dog Park \- 4 min drive \- 2.9 km - Jack London Square \- 7 min drive \- 12.5 km #### Getting around - Rockridge Station - 4 min drive - Berkeley Station - 13 min drive - Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬3 min drive - ‪Highwire Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive - ‪O Smoothie - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serene Montclair Getaway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Serene Montclair Getaway? ### What time is check-out at Serene Montclair Getaway? ### Where is Serene Montclair Getaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serene Montclair Getaway Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 121 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline H. Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Ted and Stephanie were very communicative and their space was perfect for the 6 days my partner and I stayed there. Parking was convenient and all amenities were clean and ready. ##### Caroline H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Peaceful, cozy guest house in charming neighborhood. Conveniently close to trails / parks. Host was kind and thoughtful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie S. Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Space Lovely place to find some quiet outside of the city. Close to town, but tucked away! ##### Stephanie S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry W. Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A nice, tucked-away, private cottage in the hills of Montclair. Essentially a studio, it meets all your functional needs, including a very comfortable bed. It is also nice to always have a parking spot right outside the unit. Ted is very accommodating and responsive to any requests. Definitely a place to return to for future visits. ##### Terry W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia W. Sep 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property, very comfortable, very clean,,Thoughtfully designed. Cool neighborhood! Wish I got to spend more time here. I was at a conference in downtown Oakland and decided to stay in the sanctuary because hotels were overbooked. Slightly hard/expensive to get an uber in the morning but that’s my fault for not planning ahead. Would recommend! ##### Sonia W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy P. Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place This is a simple and comfortable place for one person to stay. The location is perfect for my needs. ##### Kathy P. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M., Salt Lake City, UT Feb 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved My Stay! Adorable, clean place, lovely neighborhood, great owner! ##### Lisa M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenna K. Apr 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend getaway Lovely outdoor space, very comfortable bed, perfect for a weekend. Only thing not quite as described is that the parking space was not available, but there was plenty of parking on the street. ##### Jenna K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris D. Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place for our visit to Montclair Compact but very comfortable space for a short stay in the area. Quiet and pleasant neighbourhood and a nice walk into Montclair if required. Great communication from the owner. ##### Chris D. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita W. Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### March 2025 We enjoyed our stay. The rental was well supplied with everything we needed. Beautiful location and close to our son and family in Piedmont. ##### Anita W. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alexis A. Oct 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely space Charming spot, good location. ##### Alexis A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin M. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet hillside retreat Needed a quiet few nights in Oakland while attending functions. This fit the bill perfectly ##### Martin M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle-Heath P. Aug 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful sanctuary Beautiful place to get away from the hustle of the city and close enough to go and explore the hustle as well. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the Oakland area! ##### Michelle-Heath P. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacey S. Oct 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Sanctuary The bed was comfy, the host easy to connect with, and the space quiet and peaceful. Recommended! ##### Lacey S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mariella K. Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A serene and magical stay This house is up a windy road in the hills, and as such is quiet and serene, although a quick trip down the hill gets you to a highway that will quickly whisk you away to Oakland, San Francisco or Walnut Creek. It's also within 10 minutes of gorgeous hiking among the redwoods. The space itself is beautiful and serene with artistic touches that make it stand out from other rentals. Highly recommended for when you want to recharge in a beautiful canyon setting! ##### Mariella K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick L. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great, quiet and relaxing place The unit is really nice and relaxing nestled amongst the trees. Communication with the owners was great and super easy access to the property. Highly recommended. ##### Nick L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy P. Dec 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Calm Lovely Cottage This is a simple cottage that is perfect for one person. It's quiet and comfortable -- feels like a tree house. Ted is very accommodating. ##### Kathy P. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary G. May 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot to visit the area We had a great time when we stayed at Ted's place. It was central to the events at Berkeley. Ted helpful and was available to assist us when we got there with some details. ##### Mary G. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C. May 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sanctuary is true Very relaxing and cute property. Bed was very comfortable. ##### John C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael Oct 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Serene property, very cozy, our host Ted made sure that we had an easy check in and checked in later to make sure we had everything we needed. The place has nice music available and minimum cooking availability. ##### michael Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles K. Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All you could ask for Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Close to Montclair Village with shops, restaurants and grocery stores. This was our second stay and we will be back whenever we are in town. ##### Charles K. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer G. Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Like home, but better It’s just hard to imagine a host more concerned with your comfort and well being. Peaceful, cozy and well equipped. ##### Jennifer G. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert R. Nov 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Oakland Hills The location of this property was superb. Nestled in a neighborhood of quaint homes and trees, it was ideal. ##### Robert R. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry B. Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Montclair Getaway. A very nice relaxing location. Well maintained with a pleasant decor. I highly recommended it for those who need to get away from traffic and crowds and yet close enough to enjoy some great coffee and bakery in East Berkeley. ##### Barry B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valentina I. Jan 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### True Sanctuary I stayed at this property twice and would return again. This place is a true sanctuary, cozy, warm, and away from the city noise. ##### Valentina I. 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