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❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME

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Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and trees, featuring a hot tub and comfortable seating.
Kitchen with a view of the garden, featuring a stove, microwave, and dishwasher.
Relax in this stylish living room with a large bed, comfortable sofa, and serene views of the surrounding greenery.
Kitchen area with a sink, refrigerator, and mosaic tile backsplash, offering a view of the outside.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, coffee table, and vibrant artwork.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME

NEW LISTING! Our bright and cheery Zen Den Studio Apt is located in the peaceful and serene North Berkeley Hills. Chill out on your private sun-soaked deck; relax in the Hot Tub with Bay Views; or strum a guitar in the light-drenched bedroom while watching the sun set over the City. The Zen Den is surrounded by nature, trees and greenery. And yet it’s so close to the hustle and bustle of downtown city life w/ many it's shops and restaurants. Have the best of all worlds at The Zen Den Studio!

Imagine sipping a glass of wine while sitting on your private deck listening to the birds singing in the trees and watching the sun set over the bay. Imagine spending the evening soaking in your private Hot Tub while watching the city lights dance in the sky. Imagine relaxing in your warm and bright studio apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the bay and treetops. Imagine falling asleep in your comfy bed while watching the city lights twinkle. Imagine staying in the beautiful, serene and safe North Berkeley Hills and yet still being walking distance to shopping, cafes, restaurants, several parks, the Berkeley Rose Gardens and the UC Berkeley campus with famous Tilden Park only a short bike ride away. Imagine staying close to everything but feeling a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the noisy crowds and traffic. If this is the type of place you imagine staying in during your trip to Berkeley than our lovely Zen Den studio is the stop for you!

Our beautiful studio apartment is located in a very quiet neighborhood in the prestigious North Berkeley Hills. The space is not a detached unit. It is an in-law unit which is attached to a lovely mid-century modern home. The studio has its own off-street parking spaces, private entrance and private 2-tiered deck and yard area with an outdoor couch, dining set for4 and a HOT TUB! The attached main house does not share any of these amenities and won't interfere with your privacy. The studio is bright and cheery with newer furniture and fun Zen-themed decor. Looking for a break from the stresses of life? We’re all about chilling out at the Zen Den! Relax in your large outdoor living space surrounded by nature. Watch deer prance down the street and listen to the birds sing. The Zen Den is surrounded by nature but it’s located within close proximity to the UC Campus, many restaurants and cafes (including the famous Gourmet Ghetto) and many parks including Tilden Park. It's many features include:

-Beautiful BAY VIEWS from the deck, hot tub and living room/bedroom!
-A private FENCED yard. The yard includes a deck with BBQ, lots of trees and greenery, and beautiful bay views! Outdoor couches and outdoor dining for 4.
-A private HOT TUB on the deck with beautiful BAY VIEWS!
-Two parking spaces in the driveway!
-A sunny and bright living room/bedroom area with floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, and beautiful views of the BAY and treetops. This space has a both a queen bed and a queen-sized pull-out sofa bed located directly next to the queen bed.
-A small kitchenette with burners, a convection oven/microwave, sink and mini fridge.
-A huge tiled bathroom with bathtub and shower.
-Pella wood-clad windows throughout the studio.
-Ample non-permited street parking.
-Easy walking distance to several gorgeous parks, the Berkeley Rose Gardens, the UC Berkeley Campus and lots of upscale and casual shops, restaurants, cafes and FRIENDLY! Well-behaved dogs welcome! Please note! There is an extra pet fee of $25 per booking. Please let me know you are traveling with pets and I’ll charge you the fee. :) Please note that this is a studio space so it is small. It's ideal 1 or 2 people OR a couple and children. And the studio is located in a very quiet part of Berkeley. But it is still in the city. So expect some normal city noise occasionally of course. Our home is a legal and licensed vacation rental! PLEASE NOTE: We highly recommended that guests get trip insurance for their trip. We do not give refunds for weather-related cancellations or illness/ injury related cancellations unless they fall without the cancellation timelines. We DO NOT give refunds for the Coronavirus. Trip insurance is available via many providers for little money. I recommend looking at this website for more quotes and more info: https://www.squaremouth.com

Property manager

Tracy Hansen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are an additional $25 fee per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Zen Den Studio N. Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly House
Zen Den Studio N. Berkeley Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly
Zen Den Studio N. Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly
Zen Den Studio N. Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly House
Zen Den Studio N. Berkeley Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly
Zen Den Studio N. Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly House
Zen Den Studio N. Berkeley Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly
Zen Den Studio N. Hills Hot Tub Bay Views Pet Friendly

About the area

Map
Berkeley, CA

What's nearby

  • University of California, Berkeley - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Greek Theater - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Berkeley Marina - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Berkeley Station - 4 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 8 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese Board Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafenated Coffee Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Victory Point Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saul's Restaurant and Deli - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at ❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME located?

Located in Berkeley Hills, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and Greek Theater. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory are also within 2 miles (3 km). Downtown Berkeley Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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❤ Zen Den Studio in the Berkeley Hills! ★BAY VIEWS★ HOT TUB★PARKING★PETS WELCOME Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Beautiful views

Lovely, clean, quiet unit with gorgeous views of the SFbay from the Berkeley side. We had a wonderful stay. Walking distance to many places on Shattuck.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisette C., Delray Beach, Florida

Bleh

This place smells bad, of bug spray or mildew. I did not enjoy it. The hot tub area is attractive but faces the street and does not feel private. There were just a host of small things that weren’t quite right, like hair and ants in the bath tub, other small things. I have stayed at other homes that were truly homes, but this one feels run down and used just for hire, like a boarding house rental. While it has a bit of charm here and there, I really did not enjoy the stay. Sorry to say! It is a great location in the Berkeley Hills, but I would recommend against staying here; please keep looking for something that truly has a Zen soul, not just a few Buddha statues.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Don K., Viroqua, WI

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

Review

Quiet spot tucked into the Berkeley Hills. Within 6 blocks of shattuck shopping but keep in mind it’s also 225 ft above shattuck—those last 2 blocks are killers carrying groceries but thankfully Uber’s are cheap. If you have a car, it has the best setup for parking of ANY place I’ve stayed in Berkeley...your own private spot! None of this on street parking permit stuff driving around for 15 minutes looking for a spot or sharing a driveway with 6 other cars! Great bed and sofa with kitchen capable of handling breakfast and lunch with no problems.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

April M.

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

The Zen Den delivers a zen experience

The property listing was accurate and perfect for our mini vacation. Bring your own knife or a sharpener, the knives in the kitchen are very dull. You may also want to bring extra towels. We had two bathroom towels and one beach towel. Not enough for 2 people to shower and enjoy the hot tub. I also had a hard time getting a response to my emails. You have to call the cleaning lady when the unit is vacated and because I was driving and late for an appointment, I didn't actually get to call her for about a half hour after we left; she basically yelled at me that check out was at 11. I tried to explain to her our situation and that the cleaning crew never showed up while we were there but I didn't get the impression she spoke very good English. Overall I would give The Zen Den 4 out of 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leina W.

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

A Wish Fulfilled

I've secretly wished to live up in Berkeley Hills. This was my gift to me and hubby. And we've had a comfortable stay. We walked everywhere, everyday. Felt safe in the neighborhood even at night. Enjoyed the view esp. at night when all the lights were lit. We esp. appreciated the quiet. The only thing to mention: shower faucet needs fixing. Thank you.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Berkeley stay

Very clean lovely property in an excellent location - beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very comfortable place with beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tara B., McKinney Tx

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

Great space!

This was a super cute place with a charming deck to hang out on. There are great views of the city because the place is built up on a hill. We had four people in our party. I would recommend not having any more than three people, which I think that’s what it called for anyway. The place is efficient, cozy and has everything you may need, and fits three comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Zen Den is a must

We loved our stay here. So quiet yet close to everything. Greeted by all kinds of wildlife at all hours of the day and night but still in the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B., Reno, Nv

Very Zen Indeed

The Zen Den is lovely! Great location with dedicated parking. Centrally located to downtown Berkeley and major freeways. Also a very easy jaunt to N. California wine country. You’ll want to bring your swimsuit along to take advantage of the hot tub. The deck is a gem for reading, relaxing and meditating. Small place but suited our needs very well, and was even slightly more spacious than expected. Very clean and well-appointed. Hot tub and grill were ready to go, and we used them quite a bit. Views from the deck are lovely and made for a perfect retreat from the grind. Tracy was responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay again! Tracy is extremely responsive and a great resource for any questions your may have. We appreciate the thoughtful touches like coffee, wine and the book selection.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Cozy studio in the North Berkeley Hills

This space is cozy, warm and welcoming. It was the perfect size for my wife and I whom were passing through the area for a couple days. It's located close to many good restaurants, including Chez Panisse. We enjoyed the morning stroll to Pete's Coffee shop. The space is very comfortable. We enjoyed the adorable kitchette area. If we had more time, we would have enjoyed the yard and hot tub. But we were too busy every day with activities. Tracy answered questions quickly. If we are passing through this area area again then we will be booking the Zen Den. Thanks Tracy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Sacramento, Ca

Charming space in a great neighborhood

We came to Berkeley to visit my daughter who attends the UCB. She suggest the North Berkeley Hills as a great place to stay. We wanted a unit that was close enough to walk to the UC but still quiet. We found the perfect space with the Zen Den. It was a pretty walk past the Rose Gardens to get to the campus. And the neighborhood is quiet and safe. The views were lovely from the living room/bedroom and yard. There is a large bathroom with a bathtub. But the hot tub and yard were the highlights. It was so nice to have a private yard to sit in and read a book. There is a comfortable outdoor couch and dining table in the yard. Lots of space to spread out. We liked the Zen decor and found Tracy to be a great host. If you are looking for a place that is close to the campus, shops, restaurants in a nice, quiet neighborhood then you have found it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W.

Thanks Tracy for hosting us in this great space.

A lovely quiet neighborhood with off street parking. Beautiful outdoor space with wonderful views. Walkable to BART and Berkley restaurants. Workable kitchen with enough plates and cooking equipment. The hot tub was hot and clean. Enjoyed drinking wine on the deck in the evenings and watching the sun set over the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Relaxing stay with a view

The zen den was a relaxing get away. Wine, hit tea, and sitting in the hot tub looking at the city was truly magical. This is a place I plan to stay at again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Loved our stay in the Berkeley Hills

We had such a peaceful and relaxing stay in the Zen Den. The space was clean, sunny and very inviting. The views of the bay were lovely. The bed is very comfortable and the bathroom is large and even has a bathtub. The outdoor space is the best. We watched deer from the deck. We enjoyed the hot tub very much. It was the perfect space for us to spend our time in Berkeley. I highly recommend this space to other guests.

10/10 Excellent

todd w., Orangevale

Great

Was evacuated
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Cute and cozy and Boy what a View!

The Zen Den was the perfect spot for my husband and I and our terrier “son”. We stayed 4 nights and the views from both the living room and that amazing deck were fabulous. We enjoyed sitting on the deck each night having a glass of wine, watching the sunset. The place is very clean, spacious bathroom but a pretty limited kitchen (which was just fine with us, tons of fabulous restaurants close by). Oh, and the comment about deer? We saw some every day. Just meandering down the residential streets. Very cool. Loved it - we’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Adorable Studio with Amazing Yard!

We had a great stay in the Zen Den! It is such a fun space! The large windows in the bedroom/living room area let in so much natural sunlight! The bathroom is large (even has a bathtub) and the kitchenette has everything needed to cook meals (although there are so many good restaurants nearby that we ended up eating out a lot). But the highlight is the yard! 2-tier deck with a hot tub, outdoor sofa set, dining set, bbq AND AMAZING BAY VIEWS! We spent most of our time out here! It's located in a great neighborhood. So many parks within walking distance. We also walked to the gourmet ghetto and Solano as well. It really was the perfect location. It's a really quiet street but close to so many things. This is a great spot and I look forward to staying here again! :) Cannot beat the price! So much cheaper than a hotel room with so much more to offer!

10/10 Excellent

Dolina L.

You won't be disappointed with this lovely space!

My family booked both this lovely studio as well as the connecting house for a family birthday party. We loved everything about this place. It's a great space. Very clean and bright with so many amenities. The highlight for us was really the large yard. It's so hard to find studio units in this area that have their own private yards. Not to mention large deck with outdoor living and dining furniture and a hot tub! Wow! The bay views were another highlight. The outdoor decks and indoor space both had stunning bay views. We enjoyed laying in bed at night watching the city lights dance in the sky. There is ample parking, which is another huge benefit for this area. And the furniture is all new and very comfortable. The large bathroom with bathtub was great, too. It's a great space and I will be staying here again in the future! Better than the pictures show!

10/10 Excellent

judi b.

WONDERFUL space in a beautiful area of town!

This was such an amazing place to stay! Own private entrance and private bathroom AND a small kitchen to cook in really makes it feel like your own little apartment. We would usually cook breakfasts to save some money, head out for a bit, come back and make lunch, then out again For more activities and finally ending with visiting a local place for dinner. Bed was super comfortable; I'm thinking it was a memory foam one and plenty of extra blankets if you need them. We never got a chance to use the hot tub but perhaps on another trip as I love a good soak and it's great that it's private just for the studio you're staying in. For the price and the location it is well worth booking and definitely a place we would come back to. If you're on the fence about it, you don't need to be. It's a great choice!

8/10 Good

Wanda H.

Well worth the stay.

Clean and inviting space with terrific location. Enjoy a stay in Berkeley.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie B.

lovely

Lovely location and space. We had a week of concerts to attend at the Greek theater and were looking for a place to stay that was close to the theater as well as other areas to enjoy and explore. Wow. We loved the hike up to Tilden park and the lake within it. We found many of the pathways that lead up and down the Berkely Hills. Although strenuous on the way up, we were delighted to see parts of the hills we had ever seen. In addition, the Greek theater is within walking distance (20 min) which beats waiting for an Uber home on a busy concert night. The space is beautiful, just as pictured. Clear instructions for checking in and out, as well as parking. A bonus was the provided coffee, tea and bottle of wine! Such nice extra touches go a long way. I would definately recommend this space, and would return here again! We had a lovely time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gareth G.

wonderful!

an excellent time, great communication, highly recommended oasis!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Derrick M.

Quiet Spot in the Berkeley Hills

Stay here for a few nights while in Berkeley. This place is located in a quiet neighborhood in the Berkeley Hills. The UC Berkeley campus is about a 20 minute walk. Downtown/BART are about a 30 minute walk. There is a grocery store and some restaurants about 15 minutes walking. The rental was nice and had a private deck with an awesome view. There is a spot to park in the driveway and also plenty of street parking. Tracy, the owner, was nice and responded quickly to my emails. I would stay here again when I'm in Berkeley

10/10 Excellent

Ginger D.

Quiet retreat in a beautiful part of the city!

The Zen Den truly identifies with its name. It’s a quiet retreat with a beautiful view of the bay and city. Shops and restaurants are nearby. What a hidden gem! Located close to many parks. The best part? Your own deck with amazing bay views. Tracy was a great host. It’s a wonderful spot I really recommend.