Family-friendly vacation rentals in Kensington

Delightful Berkeley Hills Retreat

Welcome to our newly renovated (2023) guest cottage nestled in the redwoods in the serene Berkeley Hills! Conveniently located near North Berkeley dining and shopping, Lawrence Berkeley Lab, SLMath Institute, Greek Theater, UC Berkeley Campus, and nature. We are steps from over 2,000 acres of open space in Tilden Regional Park, with Redwoods, miles of trails, an amazing botanic garden, a golf course, and more! All of this is accessible by car or the bus line within one block. ZCSTR2023-0979

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🌿 Serene Sunset Cottage 🌿 – San Francisco Bay View

‘The earth laughs in flowers!’ ~ R.W. Emerson Live among the wild flowers, butterflies and birdsongs! 🦋🦋🦋 Secluded, sunny, peaceful and private - Serene Sunset Cottage is the perfect sanctuary, nestled in El Cerrito Natural Reserve with amazing views of Golden Gate Bridge, golden hills and San Francisco Bay Berkeley 10 - 20 min drive San Francisco 30 - 50 min drive Napa / Wine Country 45 - 50 min Writers / Art / Meditation retreat - peaceful, quiet, surrounded by nature Private driveway!

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Garden guesthouse next to ElCerrito BART&shopping

The house is only two blocks from the BART station, which is only 6 minutes away from UC Berkeley campus and half an hour from San Francisco. There’s also grocery stores, restaurants, coffee very close by in El Cerrito Plaza. This is a newly built, attached one bedroom in-law unit with private entrance in the quiet backyard. It offers absolutely privacy and is very bright, cozy, spacious. Shared laundry with us in the garage. Free Parking in the driveway. Safe, quiet and friendly neighborhood.

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Private, quiet, sunny, safe apt. in No.Berkeley *Special discount for long stays*

Sunny one-bedroom North Berkeley in-law, close to UCB, San Francisco. Private entrance, deck, lockbox - onsite hosts interact by request. Safe, quiet, w quick, easy access to entire region, perfect for work and fun. Big windows, queen sofabed in living area. Trees, garden, a peek of SF and the Bay, the Golden Gate and Bay bridges. Grocery, bakery, restaurants, bus stops 2.5 blocks downhill. Rapid transit stations 5 min by car, walkable. Note: no smoking; access paved, sloped with handrails.

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The Little House

La Casita is situated in our back yard. It is on the 1st level of 4 (4th at street), so be prepared to use stairs. Although once arrived it is very peaceful and quiet. Downtown Berkeley is ~10-15 minute drive. El Cerrito Plaza Bart Station is a 6 minute drive. Solano Avenue (shops and restaurants) is a 5 minute drive (20 minute walk). Farmers Market every Sunday (10-2) is a 7 minute walk. We look forward to having you stay at our property and happy to answer any questions you may have.

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"Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"

Kensington Quarters is a stunningly remodeled guest apartment w/ new private deck retreat. Centrally located in coveted neighborhood in the Kensington/Berkeley Hills. Boutique hotel-like living room, bedroom, full kitchen, and full bath with walk in shower. Strolling (1/2 block) distance to Kensington Village. On central bus lines to downtown Berkeley (2 m) and San Francisco (11 m), 1.1 m from Bart station. Includes dedicated parking spot. Host is available for any needs or recommendations.

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Private Studio across from John Hinkel Park

Quiet lower floor studio w/ full bath, private entrance, and park views. 30 second walk to John Hinkel Park (visible from your window); 90 second walk to Indian Rock Park. Features: -Twin bed -Gigabit fiber internet connection -65" 4K TV w/ Netflix, Prime, Apple TV+, and Disney+ -XBox One, NES Switch + Retro consoles -Full standing desk w/ 4K monitor and wireless keyboard/trackpad -4+ cubic foot fridge -Keureg with coffee/teas -Microwave/Airfryer/Toaster Oven combo -Dresser, Clothes rack

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Berkeley Bayview Bungalow

Located in the scenic, tranquil Berkeley Hills, just up the hill from UC Berkeley, this climate controlled studio offers spectacular views, privacy & a large outdoor dining area. You’ll enjoy huge windows overlooking the SF Bay, lots of natural light, a new queen bed, lounge area, bluetooth speaker & kitchenette with sink, fridge, microwave, coffee/tea station. A large monitor and standing desk makes it easy to work or stream movies using our gigabit Wi-Fi. Easy parking and bus access.

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Lovely Studio Cottage

This cute and cozy recently remodeled Studio Cottage is behind our home in a safe and walkable neighborhood, two blocks from public transportation (BART/bus). It is fully furnished including a comfortable double bed, full kitchen, walk-in shower and wifi. There is free street parking right out front. A dedicated washer/dryer is located across from the cottage. We are Superhosts committed to providing a clean, safe, and comfortable space for our guests.

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Berkeley Bitty House - a little bit of home

The Berkeley Bitty House is our cozy little detached guesthouse, located in a quiet residential neighborhood that is a few minutes drive to campus and within walking distance to many landmarks. Although itty bitty, it feels luminous and private, with a large skylight and windows that overlook a private deck with hot tub. The view of the bay from the private deck is breathtaking.

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Traditional Japanese Tea House

Traditional Japanese architecture tucked away in a great Berkeley neighborhood. Peaceful and quiet but just a few blocks to UC Berkeley, all the restaurants of the "Gourmet Ghetto", and the North Berkeley Bart station. Brand new and very easy to use heater/air conditioner installed in March 2023 Berkeley Short Term Rental Registration # ZCSTR2017-0007

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Stand-alone cottage in garden setting, parking.

Our little guesthouse is completely detached from the main house and offers a quiet, comfortable and private place for work and/or relaxation. Enjoy the garden with a large patio, Adirondack chairs, umbrellas and big dining table. On site parking. Your guest quarters are located inside the same structure as our private exercise space.

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