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Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape

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In the heart of Berkeley, this modern craftsman home welcomes you with light-filled spaces, comfy beds, and a cooks' kitchen. Perfect for 1 to 6 guests, enjoy radiant heated floors and artistic flair that makes your stay feel like home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape

  • Welcome to our beloved Hidden Garden Retreat in Poets Corner, Berkeley!
     
    Escape to this light-filled, artistically curated home nestled in a private garden patio setting in the heart of Berkeley. With soaring beam living room ceilings, kitchen skylights, radiant heated floors, and a chef's kitchen. This place that feels like home!

    3 comfortable bedrooms. 3 firm queen beds, sleeps up to 5 guests
    Prep meals in the light-filled, fully equipped chef's kitchen
    Private garden patio seating The one step to reach the entry room is 8 inches high. The one step into the house when you enter the wooden door is 5 inches high.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 978 square feet

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If possible, we always appreciate when guests: a. Place all used linens, towels, etc., in or beside the hamper next to the locked closet in the hall. b. Wash all dishes in the dishwasher.
C. On Wednesday please put 4 large trash, recycling & compost bins, located just inside of the property entry gate, out for city pick up, in street, wheels against curb. d. Close all open windows.
E. Turn off all lights and fans in all rooms. f. Leave the place tidy. g. Lock the door when you leave. Thank you taking care of these items. Thank you and wishing you a wonderful stay, Dugger
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

100% No smoking/vaping, no pets, no parties or events of any kind in our home or around our property.
Please consider neighbors.
Go through the front gate, through the middle gate. Continue to the back of the back of property where my home is separated from front space.

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Berkeley, a neighbourhood in Berkeley, is home to this holiday home. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Berkeley travel guide
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What's nearby

  • The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, large windows, and a visible street with cars and a cyclist.
    Historic Berkeley
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • An outdoor amphitheater with tiered seating and a stage.
    University of California, Berkeley
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A mural of a woman's face on a building, a street with cars, and a billboard advertising an event.
    Telegraph Avenue
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • A storefront with a sign reading "Taste of the Himalayas" and "Fine Nepalese & Indian Cuisine".
    Gourmet Ghetto
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    4 min drive
  • North Berkeley Station
    18 min walk
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jack in the Box
    15 min walk
  • Tanzie’s
    2 min walk
  • 900 Grayson
    18 min walk
  • La Mission
    15 min walk
  • Heads and Tails Barbecue
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape located?

Located in Southwest Berkeley, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Historic Berkeley and within 3 miles (5 km) of San Francisco Bay and University of California, Berkeley. UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). North Berkeley Station is 18 minutes by foot and Downtown Berkeley Station is 25 minutes.

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Berkeley Hidden Garden Escape 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. 63 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s always a pleasure to stay in Dugger’s place. It’s well equipped and the garden is a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in a cute residential neighborhood. Street parking was never a problem. Peaceful closed front garden with butterflies and birds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Wonderful stay

Cute house, great hosts, great neighborhood in a lovely town. Our family had a wonderful experience at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hallie M.

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

Comfortable house with great host!

Dugger’s house was super comfortable and clean and Dugger was helpful and flexible with our family’s needs. Will book again if back in Berkeley!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ariel F.

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

Very hospitable

Very warm and helpful host. House was great with a cute courtyard. Neighborhood was walkable. Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

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

Family reunion

Great property and location. Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Retreat

Perfect little home for our family with a beautiful courtyard and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Great communication and perfect location

Loved this rental. Quiet, clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. We hope to stay here again in the future. Perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tom B.

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

Another great stay

This is our third stay in Dugger's lovely home. The garden was even more beautiful than last time, and everything went very smoothly. Easy on street parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

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

Great spot

Responsive hosts, convenient location, very clean, well-appointed, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. Nice garden to sit in. Only one step up to get inside and no steps inside which was important for my elderly relative. (Just note for less mobile folks the shower is in a full tub so they may need help to navigate).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rory R.

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

ASU - Cal Game

Great time. Cool, kitschy and relaxing space. Close to Cal campus and some decent restaurants. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Perfect Bay Area Oasis

Clean, spacious home with really nice outdoor patio space, in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to several cute breakfast stops and close to Bart and grocery store options. This was the perfect place for my family’s five-night stay in the Bay Area to use as a quiet home base while being able to get to San Francisco and other areas easily. Hosts are very communicative and helpful. We loved everything about this property and our stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia A R.

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

The house is really a home

Lovely artwork and looks bigger than the pictures. House was clean with newer kitchen appliances. We only made coffee and toast for breakfast. Yet, kitchen had everything that you would need to make a full meal. One suggestion, don’t forget slippers as the polished cement is pretty but cold in every room except the bedroom. Dugger was communicative and extremely easy to work with, despite a bit of a hassle with VRBO in terms of the app confirming and cancelling my booking. The home served our purposes, although those not looking to drive should know that there are not lots of large grocery stores or several restaurant options in immediate walking distance, which was not an issue for us since we only needed a landing pad to spend time with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was great. Quaint and accommodating with a beautiful courtyard that was fantastic for sitting out on sunny days. Host, Dugger, was great. He was communicative and very accommodating. Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay. The home is comfortable and Duggar is a great host.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Nice house with a nice patio/garden for relaxing

We had a great stay at this nice house with a nice patio/garden for relaxing, and we really liked meeting and chatting with Dugger too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Great location

Listing was accurate. Great communication from the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wesley K.

Great house.

Duggar met us there and showed us around the house. It made us feel like we were at a friend's house. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Charming home in great location

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely, well-equipped home. Beautiful garden is a huge bonus. Set back from the street, the house is quiet and private. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dugger, the owner, is warm and inviting. We loved Dugger's house, it was charming, perfectly located and very pleasant. There has a lot parking in front of the house. It's a great place to call home while in Berkeley
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Quiet oasis in Berkeley

This is a perfect house on a quiet street in Berkeley, within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Charming, comfortable and restful accommodations. Bright with skylit rooms. Dugger was a wonderfully gracious host, willing to be flexible when our flight delays altered our arrival. We hope to rent this house again on return trips to Berkeley!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

cindee h.

Light and bright, comfortable and clean.

My gracious host met me upon arrival to show me around the clean and comfortable house. He was very kind and welcoming. Kitchen is particularly beautiful. Beds were extremely comfortable and the residential area was quiet and safe. 10 minute walk to restaurants and shops on Shattuck. Lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Fabulous

This is the best vacation rental I have ever stayed in. The pictures are accurate, the property is lovely , and Dugger is an ideal host. Dugger was communicative, responsive and kind. I stayed there with an infant and young child and the home was well suited to all family members. When my older kid lost a favorite toy, Dugger was kind enough to search for it thoroughly. All in all, this made for a great jumping off point for a Berkeley family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Great place to stay!

The host Duggar was great from the very start of the reservation and got back to me right away with any questions I had. He met us at the house and made sure my husband and I and three kids were settled and comfortable and gave us many good recommendations. The house was very comfortable with three bedrooms and comfortable beds. We spent most days in San Francisco but it was so nice coming back to a quiet safe clean home. There was a lot of fun games for the kids and wi fi. It was an easy commute to the city. You can walk to the Bart but with three kids it was easier for us to drive and park there ( only 3 dollars a day). After being in the city all day we opted to take lyft plus back and only paid $40. Bart is about $4 per person each way. There is ample street parking around the house and coffee shops, restaurants, and stores walking distance. There is only apple TV but that worked for us. Great home away from home, lucky we found this place and Duggar.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

A Berkeley Oasis

Nestled in Poets Corner is an unsuspecting Berkeley Classic, with a private, gated entrance that leads you to your first look - A large, serene front yard of beautifully kept succulents, flowers and other plantings set against the house and surrounding it. There are areas for seating to take in the beauty while enjoying your morning coffee or reading a book. An outdoor dining area under a pergola is a perfect spot to share a family meal be it from the grill, the gourmet kitchen or take-in. The home is immaculate and well-kept. Each bedroom had all the comforts of home including comfy mattresses, spacious closets, and work space. The bedrooms were well-insulated for sound, as we were traveling with our one-year old grandson, who slept peacefully every night. The large living room was perfect for our group of four adults and one child to gather and relax with amenities of games, books, television and is lovingly decorated with pictures and art objects. The kitchen is a chef's delight and includes all the amenities this chef needed to cook some wonderful findings from Berkeley Bowl! The bathroom was spacious and toiletries provided luxurious. Dugger was a delight - the perfect host and was accessible if need be by phone to answer any questions necessary although he did cover all the bases prior to arrival thoroughly and succinctly. This was our first VRBO experience and we could not have been more pleased. We would definitely not hesitate to book this lovely find again and again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022