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Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood

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Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood

  • Lovingly designed and built, with peaked ceilings, gas fireplace, radiant heat floors and wooden windows. Private patio area. Bedroom #1 with queen size bed. Bedroom #2/den has couch that converts to full-size bed. Day bed in living room has twin mattress. Full size appliances, fully equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer in cottage.

    Walking distance to College Avenue shops and restaurants, UC Berkeley and BART. Parking space included, but many people come without a car. Elmwood neighborhood has a library, bank, movie theater, 2 bookstores and many great restaurants and shops. Great location for visiting Berkeley, or as a base for exploring San Francisco and northern California.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 640 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
I am usually around when you leave, so ok to leave cottage unlocked with keys inside. I appreciate knowing the approximate time you are leaving, and getting a text when you are out.
If you are uncertain about what items can be recycled, please leave them in the metal bins in the kitchen. I'm happy to sort them out.
Have a good trip home!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: with prior approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property

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
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 deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 20180099

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

Elmwood, a neighborhood in Berkeley, is home to this cottage. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Berkeley travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A city street lined with tall buildings, including a Wells Fargo sign, and a mural on a building.
    Telegraph Avenue
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A large ornate gate with the inscription "AETHER GATE" and a globe atop it.
    University of California, Berkeley
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A mountainous landscape with a large white building surrounded by trees and other structures.
    Memorial Stadium
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, located at the corner of a street with a traffic light and pedestrians nearby.
    Historic Berkeley
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • People's Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    9 min drive
  • Rockridge Station
    16 min walk
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Smokehouse
    7 min walk
  • Philz Coffee
    8 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    9 min walk
  • Baker & Commons
    7 min walk
  • 5 Tacos & Beers
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood located?

Located in Elmwood, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and University of California, Berkeley. Telegraph Avenue and Memorial Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Rockridge Station is 16 minutes by foot and Ashby Station is 20 minutes.

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Reviews

Blue Cottage In Great Berkeley Neighborhood Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint, clean and well located vrbo. It had nice kitchen and laundry facilities and the cottage is updated and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Great host, great cottage, great location. We have stayed here several times and look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great value in South Berkeley. It’s in a quiet neighborhood with lots of restaurants/grocery stores nearby. It’s a 15 min walk to the BART and the owner was helpful but let us have privacy too!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Elmwood

Lovely cottage; private and quiet. Excellent location for shops and walking.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great property

This cottage was in a perfect location and the hostess was so welcoming and wonderful to work with!
Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!!

Nearby places to eat and grocery shop very convenient! Host responded to our questions promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Essence of Berkeley

Comfortable stay in an idyllic location with the the best of Berkeley nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Berkeley Cottage

Overall impression was very favorable. The host was kind and attentive, location was ideal and the cottage was well equipped.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice and comfortable

Lovely cottage, great kitchen, comfortable beds, great neighborhood. Patty was very helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet place

The neighborhood was quiet as was the house We slept well and the beds were comfortable The host Gave us her parking spot Too
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stylish, comfortable, private

Thoughtfully designed and provisioned. Comfortable for our multugeneraltional family of four. Exceptional location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

Close to restaurants. Short ride to Bay Ferry. Very quiet at night. Clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Cottage and Host

The cottage is very nice and cozy. The host is very sweet and accommodating. We could easily walk to UC Berkeley, many restaurants around and shops - we didn't need a car until we went into SF. I hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage delight

This Berkeley Cottage is located in a quiet neighbourhood with a nice shopping area nearby. It was the perfect place for us to recoup and enjoy some downtime while exploring the East Bay. We appreciated Patty’s hospitality and the parking space she made available to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location.

Patty has a great cozy place with all the amenities. Fantastic location. Shops and great food options around the corner. 20 min stroll through Berkeley to get to campus. Patty made everything easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patty was a wonderful, kind, and attentive host. The property is a great little find within a beautiful Berkeley neighborhood. Although it's behind the main house, there was sufficient privacy — and a lovely little garden. My only contention was that it wasn't perfectly clean. The bathroom in particular (shower and laundry machine) had quite a bit of human and dog hair. The furniture and appliances are also older and evidently used. That said, this doesn't detract from the home's functionality. All in all, we were grateful to stay here — and we appreciated Patty's hospitality. If you are looking for an affordable and relatively spacious stay in Berkeley, I would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene getaway

Patty is a lovely host, and the cottage was quiet, spacious, and cozy! The high ceilings make the space airy and bright. You can tell that the cottage was put together with thoughtfulness and love in the details. I hope to be back sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

Our family came to Berkeley to visit our sister and her family. The location and accommodations were perfect. Patty is an amazing host. Greeted us on our arrival and instructions were easy to understand. My dad has mobility issues so we loved the easy access as well as excellent security. Thank you, Patty, for a lovely visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Patty's blue cottage

My sister and I loved our stay in Patty's blue cosy cottage. Lovely place with all amenities. Lovely little kitchen where we cooked several times, and a nice spot in the garden to enjoy our food. We loved walking up and down College Av. - lots of small local shops and great places to enjoy a bite. Definitely coming back! Camilla from Denmark.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat

Cottage location is serene and contains every convenience. The host is gracious and responsive, for example when there was an area outage of the internet, she sent us a text right away. In addition, the local restaurants are nearby and delish! (Especially Summer Kitchen on Collage!)
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute house

It was comfortable & cute, but yard, small that we knew, wasn't quite what we expected for sitting out there if wanted to. Not kept up. We pretty much stayed there for location for graduation & area. Great for walking & restaurants/coffee shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy cottage

After seven years, we returned to Ms. Patty's cottage to accompany our youngest son to UC Berkeley. The place is really delightful and close to all College Avenue services and amenities. Although we no longer have "college-age children", we hope to have the opportunity to be her guests again. Thank you very much Patty.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a winner

We have stayed with "Miss Patty" a number of times over a number of years. We have all that we need, especially her garden at the front door of the cottage with shady places to read and a patio table on which to play cards with our grandchildren. Easy walk to College Ave. Always a winner.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, wonderful space

This is a small cottage behind the main house in my favorite Berkeley neighborhood (walk to the movie theater, bakeries, coffee shops, grocery store). I liked the radiant heating and warm floor in the winter, comfortable bed with great linens, and lots of light yet private. It's no longer new, and some of the furnishing is showing its age, but I found the place very comfortable. Parking in the driveway was great, as parking can be tight in this area. Patty was an excellent host.
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, fully-equipped kitchen and laundry with efficient washer and dryer. Pantry had some condiments, coffee, and tea, so it was not necessary to shop for these items in order to dine in. Location is in a beautiful, quiet residential neighborhood, but convenient to interesting shops, restaurants, and a variety of good carry-outs for sushi, salads, Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Middle Eastern, ice cream--all within a five to ten minute walk.Rooms were clean, well-arranged, and very comfortable, with many seating areas. The cottage has lovely natural light, ventilation, and a garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025