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A Gem in the San Francisco Bay

Holiday home in Emeryville with kitchen and patio

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In a quaint established neighborhood, this charming home offers a plush backyard space and proximity to the San Francisco Bay Bridge. Enjoy nearby public transportation and explore the diversity of the Bay Area through its restaurants.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Gem in the San Francisco Bay

This charming older home with a plush backyard space is just 5 minutes from the San Francisco Bay Bridge, a few miles from the University of California, and near public transportation. Located in a hip and vibrant area with tones parking and restaurants that reflect the diversity of the Bay Area it is in close proximity to starting points to some of the Bay Areas most popular attractions. The home is located in a quaint established neighborhoods with friendly people. The home has two in-law units that the owner and her adult daughter occupy. The big house is where you will reside. Our family has lived here for 42 years and we are excited to open our home to folks visiting our beautiful city.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A Gem in the San Francisco Bay Emeryville
A Gem in the San Francisco Bay Private vacation home
A Gem in the San Francisco Bay Private vacation home Emeryville

About the area

Golden Gate, a neighbourhood in Emeryville, is home to this holiday home. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland Arena. Visit our Emeryville travel guide
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Emeryville, CA

What's nearby

  • Stanford Health Care in Emeryville
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Public Market Emeryville
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Berkeley Iron Works
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bay Street
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Children's Hospital Oakland
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Ashby Station
    4 min drive
  • Emeryville Station
    12 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Chai Thai Noodles Berkeley
    9 min walk
  • Cafe Colucci
    8 min walk
  • Prizefighter
    11 min walk
  • Secrets of Tiger
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Gem in the San Francisco Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Gem in the San Francisco Bay?

As of 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Gem in the San Francisco Bay on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$297.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Gem in the San Francisco Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Gem in the San Francisco Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Gem in the San Francisco Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Gem in the San Francisco Bay located?

Located in Golden Gate, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Bay Street and within 3 miles (5 km) of Children's Hospital Oakland and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center. University of California, Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km). Ashby Station is 24 minutes by foot and Emeryville Station is 12 minutes.

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A Gem in the San Francisco Bay 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

5.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Very clean. Very nicely decorated. Extremely peaceful environment. Good vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great stay

We enjoyed our stay and the location is really awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very nice. Check-in and check-out was easy. Host was very nice. Everything was in good condition. All went well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a hidden gem

Very comfortable bed and unique decor. Great location, Uber friendly. Close to the train station. Nice neighborhood. Amber was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuti B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and homey

I needed a place that was convenient to friends in Berkley and Oakland. Bus was easy and convenient. It was also a place where I could get some work done. Quiet and well appointed. Amber is also excellent host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome listing

The space exceeded my expectations Would definitely love to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D., Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet area

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we needed

Nice, homey stay. We were visiting to attend a family member’s 60th in Oakland. The property was comfortable and quiet. We were able to reach Amber quickly when we needed to check on something with her. We will stay here again when we visit the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little escape

Wonderful apartment with lots of character, cute neighborhood, close to lots of fun things and amenities. It was great to just hang out on the front porch with a cup of tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reese H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

The home is lovely and very conveniently located near restaurants, cafes, and several bus stops. Easy to get to campus and BART. Amber was very easy to get in touch with!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home in convenient location

We got a whole house!!! Have rented before, and gotten postage stamps. Loved the jacuzi tub. Interesting decorations. We were there for a weekend retreat, and stayed before and after. Was easy to walk to restaurants. Close by to Uber to events.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

We had such a lovely stay, thank you for welcoming us into your home. The home was just that, a home. It was cozy, quiet, unique, and all around a wonderful experience. The place had character, personality, and was overall welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was clean, nicely decorated, charming, and very spacious. Everything was as pictured. Perfect place to relax during my trip. Thanks again for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this property. In addition to having a spacious upstairs flat at my disposal I needed a full kitchen to be able to do some cooking while I was there. The interior decor was tasteful and there was a good selection of books to expand my reading options. Location was super convenient for visiting Berkeley and Oakland and I-80 is right there for easy access to SF / West Bay or anywhere else in the Bay Area. The local neighborhood was low key and relatively quiet. I would definitely be happy to stay here again on a future visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay for our needs. Convenient to everything very quiet at night.

This was the second time we have stayed there and it was just as enjoyable this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Neat, quaint apt.

It was a cool place to stay. Lots of room nice decorating touches. I would recommend bottled drinking water and pads under the area rugs to make them less slippery. Parking should state, "on street parking" as the driveway is very small and tight. The host, Amber, was quite nice once we reached her.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Happy in Emeryville

My adult son and I enjoyed our stay. There was lots of space for the money. Living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Also, the hostess was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Helen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Separate, spacious and clean main floor suite in an attractive older house, which has been graciously updated and nicely decorated. The bed and living room furniture was comfortable. It's a quiet and walkable neighborhood, yet close to transportation and easy to find. Street parking was available.There are two other suites in the house, so expect a bit a noise from their TVs, etc. The best way to contact our host was by using the telephone number given; messaging through the app was not effective.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoine W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient

Place was great for our travels.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Just where I needed to be - short walk to work, transport, shops
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaby F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house!

Such a cute place! Very homey and super comfortable! would stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Harold L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Stay

Met all My Expectations
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place to rest

I do love older homes, and this one did not disappoint. It was super clean, very comfortable, safe, plenty of on street parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Braeden M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Always a pleasure!

Always my choice when going to the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bartley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good enough

for a nice visiting week end
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023