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Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills

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Property grounds
Property grounds
TV, books
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Escape to a serene retreat at this Oakland Hills in-law unit, where the sounds of wild turkeys and deer create a soothing ambiance. Enjoy your private entrance, outdoor space, and studio with sofa bed perfect for one or two travelers. Take in the valley views from your deck overlooking giant trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 323 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills

Quaint and cozy in-law unit nestled near the top of the Oakland Hills close to Redwood Regional Forest and Joaquin Miller Park. Perched on a steep hill, this lower-level retreat offers a private entrance and outdoor space. Perfect for solo travelers or couples, with a pull-out sofa bed for a child.

Enjoy peaceful forest views and wake up to chirping birds on your private deck. Unwind with a book, a drink, or movie on Roku TV.

Just minutes from Montclair Village, parks and endless hiking trails, enjoy convenient access to Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco.

The space

Nearby are towering redwood trees and endless hiking trails that evoke a rural feel while having access to what the Bay Area has to offer.

Guest access
This is a private studio attached to the back of the main house with expansive decks with outdoor sitting area overlooking the forest.

Other things to note
Cell phone service is spotty depending on your carrier. WiFi connectivity is great. We live in the main house so you may hear an occasional sound. Streets are narrow and steep with no dedicated sidewalk as with most hills neighborhood. Trees sometimes obscure street signs and lampposts so trying to locate our house at night can be challenging. There are stairs to access the unit and pavement can sometimes be uneven so those with mobility issues please be aware. Although we are located in the city of Oakland, the setting has a rural feel. You may find occasional ants in the suite looking for water or see a family of raccoons, deer, or turkeys roaming in the neighborhood.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

General

  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 250 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Rules

Please remove shoes before entering the suite.
Please observe quiet hours between 11pm-6am.
Please don’t park in or block any portion of the driveway. We have a designated guest parking spot for you along the bamboo fence marked with cones.

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 neighborhood

Piedmont Pines, a neighborhood in Oakland, is home to this apartment. Greek Theater and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Ferry Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking, cycling, and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Chabot Space and Science Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of California, Berkeley - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Oakland Arena - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Jack London Square - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Rockridge Station - 8 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 15 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peet’s Coffee & Tea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chabot Space & Science Center - ‬5 min drive
  • Sparky's Giant Burgers
  • ‪Monaghan's On The Hill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills located?

Located in Piedmont Pines, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Redwood Regional Park and Joaquin Miller Park. Chabot Space and Science Center is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Treetop Refuge in Oakland Hills Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose V.

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

Great first Vrbo

This was a nice, cozy little spot in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr. R. R.

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

Perfectly Perfect

Our adult kids live nearby, so we were looking for a cozy place to stay for our visits. This cute place was perfect. Nestled in the hills, surrounded by trees was the perfect place for us. Easy access, but away from the noise of downtown. A hideaway. Felt like a vacation, even if our three night visit was short. We’d recommend for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Great stay

This is a great place in a beautiful location. Very comfortable for my wife and I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avery O.

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

Beautiful & Comfortable

Such a peaceful and beautiful location! The property was clean, comfortable and had all the amenities we needed for a short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

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

Tree House

Lovely room with limited, but very good amenities. The hostess greeted me when I arrived and showed me a few things about the room. Parking space is very limited up in the hills there, but she had marked off some space on the street with construction cones, so it was never a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not quite what I expected.

The property was very clean, efficient and was definitely 'treetop'. I don't think the original post clarified the steep steps, narrow road and isolated location. The online listing has been updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

T S.

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

Clean and cozy suite among the pines

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at this property. We found it to be cozy and the location is pretty and private feeling up in the pine trees. Parking, as in pretty much all locations in the Oakland Hills, is a little tricky, but the owners have come up with a pretty good solution (cones that you move to park and to reserve your spot when you leave). There isn't a lot of counter space in the main area, but there is a mini-fridge and small microwave, for warming up prepared food and a nice little table to sit at that overlooks the pines. We enjoyed our multi-night stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Montclair hills of Oakland

Private entrance to lower level of hills home, large decks for outdoor living. Many trees and tranquility of the space is delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jim R.

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

Just what I expected

I lived in an apartment with the same setup in Montclair in the 1980s. There were no surprises for me. It was an excellent location for the East Bay with easy access to San Francisco. Born and raised in Oakland, I knew what I wanted to do on this trip. The host was excellent, although I didn't need any hand-holding. I would recommend it to anyone. I've decided to visit the Bay Area every fall, so I will be back if it is still available.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon d.

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

Quiet retreat

We booked this property to stay in while visiting relatives in Oakland. It's a cute studio surrounded by beautiful trees up in the hills. Some people may find the location difficult to find at first, especially in the dark, but once you do, it's easy to return. The street parking was fine - we just used the cones the owner left to designate the spot. The neighborhood is very quiet, without a lot of light pollution at night. This property is on a hillside, so you have to go down some steep steps to enter it; there's also some uneven ground at the top of the stairs. Anyone with mobility/balance issues needs to keep this in mind. The property is immaculately clean, with a lot of nice amenities like a seating area out on the deck, a table with chairs within, a big sofa, and color TV. While there is not a stove, there is a small refrigerator and microwave, as well as plates, cups, and utensils for two. The bathroom is a good size with a spacious shower and a lot of lush towels. The only drawback was the bed. It is a split king, meaning two twin mattresses made up with king size bedding. That means there is a channel down the middle of the bed. Also, it's clear that one side has been slept in more often than the other, so that mattress is condensed. Not a problem if there's only one person, but it does mean one side is about 1.5" lower than the other. We were able to make do and we had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Reema R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Overnight stay ok; Not for longer

We booked this spot for four nights but left early, as the setup has hidden issues. The kitchenette (not kitchen) is very minimal and the unit has no air circulation. There was frequently a large car, possibly the neighbor's, parked in the "guest parking" which made parking options confusing (without much clarity from the host). The beautiful deck was the highlight of the spot but the panoramic view is only accessed on walks/drives. Thus the ad is misleading and we left feeling run down. I hope more consideration for paying guests is shown in terms of transparency and provisions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Treetop Refuge is Awesome

My son and I have an awesome stay in the Treetop Refuge. The host was very accessible, communcatice, and kind. The space was clean and well ordered. If given the chance I would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Love Piedmont Community

The community has many parks, restaurants, and walking trails. The property has very limited curb parking with no parking reserved for guests. I did not feel it was accurate to show the owner’s residence as the rental property. The stairs down to the rental were not well lit and are very steep.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celena S.

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

Very nice place to retreat

I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely come stay again. The host was very nice, helpful, and accommodating. I love the location and being Able to sit on the deck amongst the trees and relax. I drove over to Napa. Everything was easy to find. It’s a safe place for solo travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

king

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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