5 guests
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3 bedrooms, 5 beds
2 bathrooms
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Located in the town of Kensington amid the Berkeley Hills, this home provides a great base for a family looking to explore California’s coast. It’s a lived-in family home and some of the rooms may appear a little messy, but it has plenty to keep you entertained. There are lots of books and games here for the kids and when it’s the right season, you can pick fruit and vegetables in the front garden. Kensington’s small centre has a few shops and café, but if you’re looking for more hustle and bustle you can catch the commuter bus to vibrant San Francisco.
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What to expect
Highlights
Take the commuter bus into the bustling city of San Fran'
Wake up with a cup of coffee on the patio
Challenge the kids to a game of badminton
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Home truths
This is a lived-in home. You should expect some of the host's personal belongings to be present during your stay.
Since the photo shoot, the home has undergone some renovations.
The single bedroom has a mattress on the floor and is suitable for small children.
Due to this home's location, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay. There’s free parking here.
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Desk / workplace
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 5 beds
Baby cot available on request
2 bathrooms
Local guide
About Berkeley
Synonymous with free-thinking and left-wing politics, Berkeley (a short hop on the BART across the Bay Bridge from San Francisco) has a population of about 120,000. And after five minutes here it will feel like 119,000 of them are idealistic students. On bicycles. If you can’t beat them, join them (hey, you can’t navigate ‘Frisco’s hills on two wheels) - the best way to explore this hippie hangout is on...
Get around
Subway station
El Cerrito Plaza
27 min
Subway station
El Cerrito del Norte
51 min
Subway station
North Berkeley
1 hr 5 min
Train station
Berkeley
1 hr 18 min
Train station
Richmond
1 hr 38 min
Bus stop
Arlington Av & Rincon Rd @ Kenilworth Dr
15 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 13:00
Departure before 12:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Julien
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Julien and his partner are committed to providing memorable holidays for their guests and are always on hand to help you throughout your stay.
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