Entire home·Private host

At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Free WiFi

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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.

At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.

The Merriewood Retreat invites an idyllic respite in the hills, offering convenience of location as well as quiet in a place of beauty for work or a well-earned staycation.

Although there is no TV, the environment is set up for reading, relaxing in and out, as well as for working
*Dedicated WIFI
*Strong phone/internet connection
Sit at a desk, on a sofa, or even outdoors
Enjoy the spacious patio garden with ample seating in sun or shade.

It's just a Quick Drive to neighboring towns, BART transport, regional parks, and hiking trails

Near by Montclair Village has groceries, various int'l cuisine, take-outs, coffee shops, books and boutiques, banks, and a spacious park for picnics and kids' play.

PLEASE NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY

DOGS WELCOME! 2 max please or check with host
This SECURE garden is great for dogs to explore and get some extra stretching. Take your pups on a tree-filled walk, circling you back home in 15 minutes.

King size, Sleep Number bed
Kitchenette with cooktop, hot water pot, microwave, frig, hot-water sink
Cooking supplies include pot and frypan, Dishes. Cutlery. Wine and water glasses
Coffee. Teas.

Attached bath, walk-in shower with soaps
Hair dryer and forgotten amenities

Closet, dresser drawers
Ironing board, iron
Full-length mirror
Sofa seating

Keys available on arrival.
Come and go independently through the
well-lighted, private driveway

No stairs

No hourly restrictions

Life in our neck of the woods is both pet and people-friendly.
Family, friends are welcome as day guests

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchenette

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
In-room accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo

Things to do

Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking 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

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Composting
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Coffee grounds can be turned into the garden box or into the garbage bag. DO NOT PUT ANY FOOD IN THE SINK

Please leave the door ajar when you are leaving.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total pets

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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 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

About the area

Merriewood, a neighbourhood in Oakland, is home to this holiday home. Greek Theater and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Alcatraz Island and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, cycling and mountain biking.

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Oakland, CA

What's nearby

Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
University of California, Berkeley - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Fox Theater - 7 min drive - 10.0 km
Greek Theater - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
Jack London Square - 9 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

Rockridge Station - 5 min drive
Berkeley Station - 12 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Limewood Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min drive
‪Highwire Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
Yellow Door
‪Daughter Thai Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is At the Merriewood Retreat you are in a private, serene, garden setting. located?

Located in Merriewood, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Redwood Regional Park, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Telegraph Avenue. Children's Hospital Oakland and Memorial Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).