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Sitting on the dock on the Bay

Sitting on the dock on the Bay

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Beach
Exterior detail
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bathtub, towels, soap, shampoo
Property grounds

Overview of Sitting on the dock on the Bay

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Alameda, CA
  • Popular LocationUSS Hornet Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationJack London Square6 min drive
  • Popular LocationOakland City Center6 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)19 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
58 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Sitting on the dock on the Bay

Waterside apartment in a Boating Community. Private entrance. 4 miles across the bay front downtown San Francisco.
Alameda is a charming island town filled with old Victorian summer homes. Large sunny beach. Windsurfing, Kite-boarding, Sailing, Sun Bathing. The town has many local pubs and restaurants.
The apartment unit has a floating dock in front of a large outside deck. It's a great place to to BBQ or just sitting on our dock enjoying San Francisco Bay, the one-bedroom unit has an attached bath and shower and a small side room with a small refrigerator, toaster, coffer maker some other amenities. The bed room can accommodate two people in the comfortable queen-size bed.
There is a large outside deck overlooking our boat dock. There seems to be a constant parade of kayaks, paddle-boarders, and boater passing up the canal.
A pleasant 20-minute ferry ride from Alameda will take you to the Ferry Building in down town San Francisco. Alameda's South Shore Beach, just a 10-minute walk, is a great place to sun bath or take lesson for Kite-boarding.

Property manager

Gary and Lisa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 625 sq ft (58 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Alameda

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in West Alameda, a neighbourhood in Alameda. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island, while Oakland Zoo and California Academy of Sciences are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Chase Center or Oracle Park. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • USS Hornet Museum - 4 min drive
  • Oakland Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • Jack London Square - 6 min drive
  • Oakland City Center - 6 min drive
  • Fox Theater - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Oakland-Jack London Square Station - 6 min drive
  • Lake Merritt Station - 6 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 18 min walk
  • East Ocean Seafood Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Top Up - 14 min walk
  • SIGNAL Coffee Roasters - 18 min walk
  • Bhan Mae Vane - 16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sitting on the dock on the Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sitting on the dock on the Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sitting on the dock on the Bay located?

Located in West Alameda, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of USS Hornet Museum, San Francisco Bay and Jack London Square. Oakland Convention Center is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
I wish we gas more time.
This was such a relaxing place to stay. You have your own dock with many items to use not just a bbq. We spoke with Gary a few times. Once was regarding the bathroom fan, he was very empathetic and responsive. Lisa, we only got a chance to say hi in passing. We didn’t get to spend much time here… wish we did. For our first VRBO type stay, it was a huge success. Thank you Gary and Lisa for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

Quiet Location
Property is in a quiet neighborhood. Perfectly located on the water within walking distance of trails and parks. Also convenient for trips into Oakland and San Francisco.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adeline R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Convenient location, comfortable bed, they even make us a delicious cake ! Thank you for welcoming us in your home.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc M., Waconia

Liked: Cleanliness
Business Trip
Visiting a customer nearby. Quiet neighborhood and lots of restaurants in short driving distance. Hosts are very nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Otis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Power issues
As soon as we got there, we tried to heat up our food in the microwave and the breaker goes. This happened throughout our stay. At one point we were without power to our fridge bathroom and TV. He finally got an electrion to come out on Friday, the day we were leaving. Was not a fun time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
OK room in a great location
Bedroom is in a condo, but has its own entrance. Table and chairs on deck is shared with owner. Owner very nice! Room needs a bit of a cleaning - shower somewhat moldy. Cobwebs on the walls. Water, coffee maker, snacks included - nice touch. "Kitchenette" is actually in a closet - kinda strange. Perfect location in Alameda.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Analie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
The location was very nice but the room was VERY hot and the mobile air conditioner was not functional. Be aware that this is a room in a house with a separate entrance but you do share walls with the owners. There were plenty of towels and bottles of water along with a few snacks which was nice. But the used bottles of shampoo/body wash in the shower kind of grossed me out. Also, the tv was older and not a smart tv so there were few channels and not great reception.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Our room was very nice. You can’t really prepare food there but they have converted a closet into a small kitchenette with a refrigerator microwave and coffee maker. If you are just going to sleep there it is perfect. It is attached to their living quarters so you can hear them which means they can hear you. Beautiful setting right on the bay. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Peaceful bayside retreat
Tranquility of sitting outdoors viewing the marina channel and the bay very pleasurable. Owner did not respond to my request for specific information. The room could use maintenance and upgrades: •Kitchenette/closet area needed dusting and lacked dishwashing liquid. •Tub/shower faucet needs to be loosened. Very difficult to turn on. •Walls are very thin. I could hear snoring at night. Their cooking smelled good, though--waffles in the morning and curry at night. Share some with guest? :) :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryann K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon
My husband and I enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed visiting San Francisco but staying outside of it for sleep! Bed was comfortable though be careful not to stub your toe! Water gets very hot fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022