Lake Merritt Beauty - WIFI, Parking, Sleeps 4

Interior
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
TV

About this condo rental

Nestled in Alameda, this charming condo for $108 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Modern Lake Merritt 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath is perfect for your short or extended stay. Modern fixtures and design bring this charming unit to a hotel quality experience. Located in the Ivy Hill neighborhood directly adjacent to Oakland’s highly desired Lake Merritt district. Walking distance to Grocery, Indoor/outdoor Fitness, Dining, and a Saturday Farmer's Market. Minutes to BART train station (by car share or scooter), Off-street parking, washer/dryer, WIFI and back yard access are just some of the perks. Ask me about amenities for babies and small children! Walk score of 85!

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Alameda, CA

Reviews

4.6/5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)
10.0
Feb 2024
Without question, this was the most comfortable and lovely modest-priced apartment I've ever rented from VRBO or AirB&B. Everything is newly decorated in Black and Grey, with attractive wall decor in b&white tones. The rooms are spacious and nicely furnished in minimalist style (my personal favorite) and the kitchen is so well -equipped one could host a huge cookout/gathering. Frankly, I could happily move in tomorrow permanently, though my dog would miss her large yard. My stay here was accompanied by substantial wind and rain, which made the three heaters struggle a bit. Under normal circumstances, that would not be an issue. I did miss having a bathroom heater (and no grab bar in the tub area) but the huge bath towels were a fabulous compensation. My rental car was a bit wider than my customary Prius, but I could carefully park it on the narrow slanted driveway with no significant difficulty. Street parking was limited, so I was delighted with the off-street parking space. As for the neighborhood, I don't understand the occasional complaint by other renters as I found it quite comfortable and similar to my own home area. Last, I had no real interaction with my hosts as everything worked beautifully. The pre-arrival correspondence was timely and thorough, and the welcome fresh flowers were a splendid bonus. Thanks to the hosts for a great and altogether too-brief stay.
10.0
Jan 2024
We just stayed for 10 nights while the bathrooms in our condo are being renovated. The place was lovely. It is furnished and supplied beyond almost all of the multiple VRBO and ABNB places we have stayed, and even has a coffee grinder. The owner lives upstairs and was extremely responsive and accommodating. While the neighborhood could be viewed as a little gritty (I grew up in the area and it's always been that way), it has supermarkets, restaurants and coffee shops and that make the place very convenient. All in all, a very nice place to settle while living away from our home.
5.0
Jan 2024
This rental went above and beyond expectations. The decor, fixtures, furniture etc was all really nice. The neighborhood is quiet and centrally located. Owner is super nice and accommodating, and price is affordable.
5.0
Oct 2023
This is a charming VRBO! We stayed here last month (Sept./2023), but new to VRBO & had to learn to navigate site--didn't send me notice to leave review, thus delay. --This is the perfect VRBO place for any budget. Property owners are polite, kind & just a text away. We met the husband, he was great! His wife (lister) is just as awesome and accomodating. They live upstairs. We ended up not bringing our corgi on this part of our trip & owner promptly refunded difference. As for the place, it really is an awesome space. I wish we had time to utilize the backyard to its fullness, it's charming! The VRBO listing itself is immaculate & decorated nicely. We love that there are 2 bathrooms, lots of storage, & it's just an all around hidden gem. We saw complaints about the driveway, but to be honest, that can be just about anywhere, especially in Oakland/San Francisco areas. It has hills and it may be a bit steep, but It wasn't hard to navigate--probably just not what you're used to. We were there to sleep...No one bothered us in the area. We even found a delicious Thai restaurant nearby (less than 2 short blocks away--practically a stone's throw!). Beds comfy, & extra linens easily accessible. We love the kitchen island with everything you need, as well as a cute coffee space in corner. Even the laundry facilities had a cool discreet curtain. I, personally appreciated access to a fan in the bedroom. We would stay here again. Thank you!
5.0
Sep 2023
Beautifully decorated apartment with a short walk to Lake Merritt. Very good communication with Karina. Enjoyed our stay!
5.0
Aug 2023
Comfortable home walkable from lake Merritt and restaurants along Lakeshore and Grand Ave. Karina was responsive and flexible, and the check-in process was smooth.
5.0
Jul 2023
This was a very enjoyable stay!
1.0
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Jul 2023
Booking and communication with the owner was great until the day of check in. We arrived there after a long day trip with 2 toddlers, parking nowhere to be found, where the owner said to park is not parking space and you can’t even open the door to get out of the car and no street parking around. We did not feel comfortable or safe to drive more around the neighborhood. Called and message the owner no response. While my family were waiting in the car on the street, I went to check out the property and when I opened the door the place smelled very bad. One of our kids has respiratory conditions and no way he could have tolerate that kind of strong smile. So we decided to look for place to rest and luckily found a hotel in better neighborhoods.

FAQs

How much does this condo cost compared to others in Alameda?

The average price for a rental in Alameda is $149 per night. This rental is $41 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this condo?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Merritt Beauty - WIFI, Parking, Sleeps 4. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this condo?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lake Merritt Beauty - WIFI, Parking, Sleeps 4 pet friendly?

Yes! This condo is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Lake Merritt Beauty - WIFI, Parking, Sleeps 4?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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