CHESTNUT HAUS | CALIFORNIA Quiet Neighborhood "Bike Blvd" Slow Street | Gated Parking | King Bed | LrgYard

$137-186/night
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths (1 full, 1 half) • Sleeps 1-2
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Whole house (no property sharing), centrally located in the desirable Marina District, 2 blocks to shoreline & the Bay Trail. Private home is located at the junction of 2 streets designated as Greenways (2025) + SLOW Street (closed to thru traffic). Close walk to vibrant downtown full of stores, restaurants & cafes.

The 2 most mentioned amenities from guest reviews:
- A QUIET property! (Our adjacent neighbors are older/single & established homeowners);
- Very COMFORTABLE King-size Posturepedic Black Edition bed
✺ 200 sq ft deck overlooking spacious yard ✺ Ensuite 1/2 bathroom ✺ Remodeled Full bathroom: "marbled" tile & frameless glass shower ✺ FastWi-Fi & Apple TV

1 min walk to Express Transit 51A
10 min ⭆Oakland Airport
15-20 min ⭆SFO

★ See our 5 star Reviews & Recommendations below from our Airbnb/VRBO guests!
Dedicated Secure Parking
- FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN with newer appliances - kitchen bar seating plus dedicated dining table for 2.
- FULLY EQUIPPED BATHROOMS fluffy towels, shampoo, soaps and hair dryer
- Full-sized bathroom with "marbled" tile and frameless glass shower
- 2nd Room is partially furnished with hanging dresser. Can be used as office/media space or yoga room.
- Hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, long windows & sunny window bench
- XFinity High Speed Wifi/Apple TV - Amazon Alexa and Logitech sound system
- Washer and Dryer included for convenience but not listed as an amenity
You'll enjoy original hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and a sunny window bench. The most mentioned amenity in our reviews is the comfortable Posturepedic pillow top King bed! The second room, complete with hanging dresser, is a versatile dwell time space suitable for an office, media retreat, or yoga space.

Cook in our fully equipped kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances, bar seating, and a dedicated dining nook table. The full bathroom plus bedroom ensuite 1/2 bath comes with fluffy towels and premium toiletries. The deck, an extension of outdoor living, provides an ideal spot for morning coffee, evening conversations, or simply enjoying the serenity of the private yard with mature trees and flowering plants. Please note, the washer and dryer are included for your convenience, though not listed as amenities.

The Marina is one of the best locations on the island of Alameda! You can walk anywhere in the town due to home's central location. The house is 1 block from the trans-bay bus to ferry, BART & Highway 880. When you come home, there is a parking space in the driveway and plenty of street parking. Enjoy a sandy beach with stunning SF views and safe, clean parks. Grocery options are Trader Joe's, Alameda Natural Market Place, Dan's Farmers Market, Safeway, and Nob Hill Grocery provide high-quality choices. The remodeled Alameda Town Center offers more dining and shopping experiences. The estuary invites paddling, public boat ferries/sailing.

- 15 min to OAK airport.
- 2 minute walk to Line 51 A and 78 Bus departs every 20 minutes to SF/BART train & Ferries.
· 6.0 miles to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
· 4.2 miles to Alta Bates
· 4.3 miles to Highland Hospital
· 4.4 miles Kaiser Oakland
· 8.4 miles Kaiser San Leandro
· 15 miles to Benioff Children's San Francisco, SF General
· 17 miles to UCSF
· 19 miles to Kaiser Walnut Creek
· 25 miles to John Muir Hospital Walnut Creek
· 33 miles to Stanford Hospital

We personally manage the cleaning of our home and we've hosted professionals from Airbnb, Stratajet, Glass & Marker, Home Away, Fossil, yCentric, UC Berkeley, ADVmicrogrid, and various nearby startups, attesting to its suitability for work-related stays.

** Important Details:
Our direct booking software is integrated with Airbnb and we require a $700 damage "hold" (this is not a charge; it's a hold on a valid credit card released post-stay) & rental agreement to be signed by guests at time of booking.
- While we can't accommodate animals due to a physician-verified allergen, your safety is our priority. Home motion-detect lights, door entrance security, and driveway area security cameras are in place. As owners, we hold a CA Property Management certificate, ensuring your peace of mind throughout your stay.

- For mid-term stays, Renter agrees to incur costs for excessive use exceeding the monthly average.

Cancellation Policy: Ninety-seven percent (97.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 30 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

Alameda, California

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In A keypad is available 24 hours a day to provide entry for guests
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 3
  • Not suitable for children
  • Not suitable for infants
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 26
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • City
  • Courtyard View
  • Garden View
General
  • Internet
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Clothes Drying Rack
  • Portable Fans
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Pots & Pans
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Coffee
  • Trash Compacter
  • Wine Glasses
Bathrooms 2 Baths (1 full, 1 half)
  • – Toilet
  • – Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 2 Bedrooms, sleeps 1-2
  • – 1 King bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Sound System
  • Theme Room
Family
  • Babysitter Recommendations
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Beach Essentials
  • Walkable to Park/Playground
  • Private Yard
  • Fenced Yard
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Hammock
  • Sun Loungers
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Street Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Other
  • Luggage Dropoff Allowed
  • Cleaning Before Checkout
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
Attractions
  • Bay/Sound
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Paddle Boating
  • Whale Watching
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Bay/Sound Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Parasailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Wind Surfing
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Cameras/Surveillance