Modern 2BR in Rockridge/Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART | Apartment in Oakland

9.8 (136 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Upper Telegraph Apartment | Modern 2BR in Rockridge/Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART

2 Bedroom Apartment in Upper Telegraph, Oakland

This is a modern & stylish apartment on a quiet street in Rockridge which is a fantastic neighborhood in Oakland on the Berkeley Border. Remodeled with all the amenities. Highly walkable! Just 2 blocks to shops, grocers, dining, cafes, bars, parks & more. Short walk to the BART train. This is not someone else's personal apartment so it is not cluttered with personal items. This is a smoke free, pet free, child friendly home. We are very experienced at hosting and we aim to please!

THE SPACE
This is a modern & stylish apartment in the highly walkable Rockridge neighborhood right on the Border of Oakland and Berkeley. Short and long term stays are welcome!

The space has an open floor plan that is stylish, uncluttered and comfortable with designer touches. Polished concrete floors throughout are sleek and clean. Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances including refrigerator, dishwasher, gas range, microwave, and ample cabinet space. The dining area seats six comfortably. The living room has ample seating and a 60" flat screen TV with Hulu & Netflix.

There is a full bathroom with shower, tub and a washer dryer. There are two bedrooms that include a queen sized bed, large closet, chest of drawers and dual nightstands. The main space also has a sleeper sofa with a queen sized bed. We can accommodate another person on a cot sized fold out bed (upon request). We can sleep up to 7 adults in these shared beds and 1 infant in a crib totaling 8 people, but only if the 8th person can sleep in a crib.

NOTE: Extra guest fees apply above the base price for 4 guests. In your booking request, please input an accurate # of guests in order to see the correct pricing based on the # of guests above 4.

For your wee one, we can set up a portable crib with bedding, highchair, diaper changer. We also have a bin of toys and children's books for a variety of ages (all upon request).

Enjoy a private patio with a table & chairs within a potted succulent garden

THE NEIGHBORHOOD
The desirable Rockridge neighborhood is one of the friendliest, safest and most beautiful residential areas in Oakland and is located on the border with Berkeley. The apartment is centrally located, just a couple blocks in either direction to the hip and highly walkable neighborhoods found on College, Claremont and Telegraph Avenues. You will be delighted to find an abundance of local shops, markets, eateries, cafes, pubs, boutiques, parks, playgrounds and more.

The Rockridge neighborhood is one of the commercial meccas of Oakland, attracting visitors with its quaint charm, vibrant restaurant scene, and abundant local shops. Spend a day strolling down College Avenue or exploring the nearby residential neighborhoods to soak in the vibes of one of Oakland’s most desirable districts.

Located on the Berkeley border and just ~ 1.8 miles to the UC Berkeley campus. Eight blocks to Trader Joe's and nine blocks to the Whole Foods! Also very close to other great Oakland neighborhoods such as Temescal, Piedmont, Lake Merritt, Grand Lake and Montclair. It is a convenient drive or BART ride into the city of San Francisco.

In addition to the urban experience offered by this location, we are a 10 minute drive to the Bay and the Redwood Forest in the hills near our home. Our location also serves as a convenient launching point to explore some of the world renowned sites found across Northern and Central California including places like Wine Country in Napa/Sonoma, Lake Tahoe (Snow sports or Summer Fun), Muir Woods Redwood Forest, Yosemite National Park, Giant Sequoia National Park, Russian River, Sierra Nevada Mountains, California Coastline & Beaches (Mendocino, Point Reyes, Bodega Bay, Santa Cruz, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur) and more...

GETTING AROUND
Just a couple blocks to access major bus lines and 8 blocks to the Rockridge BART station. A ~20 minute drive or BART ride finds you in San Francisco. Pop into the city for an outing. Once in the city, there are ample ways to get around including ride share, BART, bus, train and ferry. You can even ride the world famous SF cable car! Or you may chose to forgo transportation and walk to your hearts desire, accessing pretty much anything you need.

GUEST ACCESS
The apartment is on the ground floor and is completely private with a separate entrance. There is plenty of street parking on the block and normally the space in front of our house is open. We will provide access instructions to the apartment as the time approaches by giving you a key code that you will type into the key pad. This will allow you to come and go as you please without needing to meet with us to get a key.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We are the owners of this house, this is not a sublet. We live upstairs if you need anything. Otherwise we give our guests total privacy. We are a family of three with a 14 yr old.

EXTRA GUEST FEES
Extra guest fees apply above the base price for 4 guests. In your booking request, please input an accurate # of guests in order to see the correct pricing based on the # of guests above 4.

WE PROVIDE
linens, bedding, towels, kitchen supplies, dish soap, dishwasher pellets, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, hair dryer, toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, kleenex, iron, ironing board.

WE DON'T PROVIDE
laundry detergent

HOUSE RULES
This is a smoke free, pet free, kid friendly home.
1. This is a smoke free environment. Please don't rent from us if anyone in your group plans to smoke or vape. Even if a guest has not smoked/vaped inside, they still leave an odor behind on the fabrics. No smokers allowed or smoking of any kind in the house or anywhere on the property. Please do not smoke in front of our house or on the street. An additional cleaning fee of $50/hr (plus the cost of cleaning equipment) may be charged to mitigate any smoke odor left behind in the apartment.
2. No street shoes indoors, slippers or house shoes only please. Concrete floors can be chilly on the feet so please pack accordingly.
3. No pets. This is a smoke free, pet free home.
4. Quiet times: This is not a party house. Please keep the noise levels down from 8pm outside and 10pm indoors.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
-- Check in time: after 3pm, Check out time: before 10am
-- 2-3 night minimum stay over weekends may apply during peak seasons.
-- One week minimum stays may apply during major holidays or events.
-- Short and long term stays are welcome.
-- For security purposes, before you book with us, please briefly describe all the members in your travel party and the purpose of your visit. If a description is not provided by the guest(s), we have the right to refuse or cancel your reservation.

Modern 2BR in Rockridge/Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART is located in Upper Telegraph. Modern 2BR in Rockridge/Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Parking, TV, among other amenities. This Apartment features Kitchen, Parking, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Modern 2BR in Rockridge/Berkeley, Walkable to Shops, Dining, Grocers, BART has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Upper Telegraph has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Upper Telegraph, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Note from host: We are a smoke free home, no smoking or smokers
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 3 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Books
General
  • Recycling
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Unit size: 850 sq ft (79 sq m)
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Near a zoo
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Highchair
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Phone
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: we are family friendly
Event Policy
No events allowed;depends on the event, inquire for info
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;we are a smoke free home, no smoking or smokers

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: depends on the event, inquire for info onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

kris a.
Jul 17, 2025 11:52:10 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We really enjoyed the house and the neighborhood. The house was clean and in great condition. It was conveniently located in a quaint neighborhood close to a number of restaurants, coffeehouses and shops. The owners were friendly and easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay there again!
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