Holiday rentals with a fireplace in Kensington

What a wonderful experience! We did a three day work retreat for our startup with our product team. It was a great way to be able to disconnect from the rest of the world, get some work done, but also be able to switch off at night with the incredible amenities. You’re so close to downtown Kensington / Solano Ave but you could be in the middle of the bush. And the spa / sauna / cold plunge cant be beat. Bonus points was the amazingly well equipped Rogue gym, and daily walks along the bush track steps from the front door. Can’t wait to come back. Thanks Zach for your exceptional hospitality.

This place really lives up to its name - Urban Oasis. It should have the word paradise added to the description. I was looking for a place to host international guests and wanted a place which they could rest and have some privacy as they recovered from jet lag. As a local resident, I found it hard to believe that such a beautiful location existed so close by. The backyard reminded me of Hawaii. It was so beautiful and serene. Albena has gone above and beyond with all her unique decorative touches, supplies for the home (from phone chargers to best selling books). We used the kitchen quite a bit and it was stocked with pots, lots of dishes, and cooking utensils and supplies. Albena was so warm and friendly and super responsive and had some great tips for what to do. I even learned a few new things. My guests would have been happy to just stay in the home and enjoy it rather than venturing out to SF. I've already recommended this place to friends. It's so delightful!

This was the perfect spot for us 5 adults to crash the night before a fishing trip. Cheaper than a motel and a lot more space.

Jason was very accommodating & responsive. We enjoyed staying at his home.

Fassil was extremely responsive, helpful, and accommodating. Everything was exactly as described, clean, and well stocked. We had everything we needed during our stay. The balcony was the perfect place to have your morning coffee and enjoy the fantastic view. Parking was easy and the neighborhood felt safe. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.

Lovely house up in Berkeley hills (lots of winding roads to get up there) with wonderful view of the bay. Beds were very comfortable; kitchen very well provisioned with appliances/utensils/cooking supplies. Nice, clean outdoor furniture on the deck. Access very easy, and it was easy to ask questions and get answers. Know before you go: this is a house that someone lives in (some AirBnB's are exclusively for guest use), with personal contents and mild wear and tear you'd expect. If you know that going in, it's great. We were there for UC Berkeley graduation and the space was great for our family.

We had a beautiful stay! The home is very comfortable with nice furnishings. The beds were comfortable and cozy. The bathrooms were roomy and well stocked. The kitchen is nice and large with all the comforts so it made it very easy to prepare food, snacks and keep everyone comfortable. The yard is beautiful and the deck was very cozy with a nice fire pit. We loved the hot tub and enjoyed hanging out every evening! The deck was perfect for morning coffee and has a nice view! We hope we get to stay there again because everyone felt right at home. The hosts are very lovely and we had easy communication the entire time!

I only wish I could give more than five stars. Words can’t begin to describe our host. Without exception. Forever grateful for the superior level of kindness and hospitality. Thank you Michelle and Ryan.

Wonderful place to stay. Great hiking right out the door and delicious restaurants very close! Natalie and Eugene made everything very easy and the place was spotless. Hope we’ll come back some day!

A gem of a space, spent 6 relaxing days enjoying the sound of waves, the wind and watching Karl move in and out. Thank you Yeshi for being an amazing host and human being 🙏

Our AirBnb stay was wonderful - great location, super walkable but still on a private/quiet road. We would highly recommend staying here! The place was clean and comfortable.

Very grateful I found this place, Michael was extremely responsive. The place had a really nice loft and bedroom. The location is perfect to walk around and explore Alameda, one of my favorite places in the Bay Area.

Very cozy little apartment, we had a good time. The location is calm. Some things in the apartment are a bit old and could need some repair, but it’s all functional.

Ottoline’s place was safe, comfortable, peaceful, and clean. It was perfect for our weekend in the area. Otto was very helpful and responsive, and the place itself had everything we needed. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and kitchen was great to make food from the Whole Foods nearby. I would highly recommend.

From the extensive vinyl collection to the categorized bookshelf — from the skylights to the city panorama, there’s nothing that this loft doesn’t provide. The apartment was a perfect landing spot after a long day in the city and a restful environment for simply chilling out. Looking for a delicious dark roast paired with a fresh cheese danish, check out the bodega located right down the street. As for our host, Terri was a delight to communicate with. She made checkin/out a breeze and her personal touches of decor made it feel like home. Will come back to this Air BNB again no doubt.

A beautiful spacious listing. We so appreciated Heidi's extra touches of beautiful flowers and other thoughtful touches. It was a wonderful stay.

Our two families had such a nice time out by the pool, grilling and fishing off the dock. Thank you Sherry!

Once you open the door, you are transplanted into a space where a breath is taken and a breath is held. If you are seeking a calmness, this home is the one. Pride of ownership is evident in the furnishings, personal touches and in the whole home itself. Didn’t want our stay to end.

My friends and I stayed at Seaon’s home for about a week and we felt right at home. It was a cozy spot with a beautiful outdoor porch and garden to hang out in. There was enough beds for four adults and a baby. Seaon was very easy to communicate with and also responsive when we discussed anything regarding the house. The neighborhood was fairly quiet during our stay which is always nice. We drove to Oakland, San Francisco, and parts of wine country from the house and found it to be in a good central location. I highly recommend this spot if you are looking for somewhere to stay with your group.

Beautiful neighborhood. Many walkable trails and parks with access to the Bay Trail. House is large and comfortable (great beds) and spotlessly clean. Large private backyard and very close to the tennis/pickle ball courts and pool. Only complaint is that the kitchen was not well stocked for our two week stay. We needed to borrow cooking implements and equipment from our son who lives in the area. But overall, a wonderful property and would not hesitate to return.

Great place, comfortable clean rooms and great views.

Our family had the most incredible weekend at Gina's beautiful home! First of all, a HEATED POOL makes all the difference, huge plus! We loved spending time in the backyard with so many beautiful outdoor areas to hangout with family, including your own private dock with a kayak! We were a little bummed the outdoor firepit wasn't working because we loved being outside so much but maybe next time. We hope to come back soon! We loved the big wooden table and big cozy couch for all 8 of us to enjoy time eating meals and playing games together! It was super convenient to have the grocery store just 6 minutes down the road as well. She was also extremely accommodating which made the stay even better!

The house, especially the backyard, and the neighborhood in which it is situated, are stunningly beautiful. While guests do not have access to the master bedroom, the price for the rest of the house is well worth it.

This was a great escape in Oakland! Every guest had their own bathroom and the kitchen/living room space was so spacious.