Very small space for 2 people. Comfortably appointed, warm interior setting. For our purposes, SUPER location. The host was friendly enough though he asked to conduct a 5 min. access to the unit whilst we were âoutâ, ostensibly to inventory what he might need for âhis next guests.â Since we were only on our 3rd night of a 6 night stay, this seemed rather odd to us. I let him access when we returned and I was there. (I suspect he could have easily entered with extra keys but we werenât concerned. )Cleanliness could have been a bit more of a focus. Inside was pretty good, but honestly the enjoyment of the piece/deck space just before the entry would it have been greater had leaves, dirtâŠdecks outside stuffâŠhad been maintenances more. All reviews are subjective, as we all know. All I can say is Iâve thought a lot about what Iâd write. THIS IS WHERE ALL THAT SETTLED. Best for us?: LOCATIONLeast for us?: SIZE
Great property, very comfortable, very clean,,Thoughtfully designed. Cool neighborhood! Wish I got to spend more time here. I was at a conference in downtown Oakland and decided to stay in the sanctuary because hotels were overbooked. Slightly hard/expensive to get an uber in the morning but thatâs my fault for not planning ahead. Would recommend!
Ted and Stephanie were very communicative and their space was perfect for the 6 days my partner and I stayed there. Parking was convenient and all amenities were clean and ready.
A nice, tucked-away, private cottage in the hills of Montclair. Essentially a studio, it meets all your functional needs, including a very comfortable bed. It is also nice to always have a parking spot right outside the unit. Ted is very accommodating and responsive to any requests. Definitely a place to return to for future visits.
Wonderful cozy private 1 room âcabinâ with remarkable efficiency and extra amenities including a small but functional kitchenette. Very quiet neighborhood and comfortable bed. Nice trail walk nearby. Only negative was need to use Uber or Lyft to get essentially anywhere but easy excursion to nearby Berkeley. Truly felt like a âSanctuaryâ
Perfect place for a peaceful getaway. Stayed here with my partner and we loved it so so much! The space was clean and so beautiful! Super cozy and sunny.
This place is magnificent if you seek beauty, serenity and lovely views. You do need to be able to drive twisty roads but the trip is worth it. My husband calls the Sanctuary a tree house and it certainly feels that way. Art works surround you and the bed sooooo comfortable. We will be back someday!
This gem of a space was well organized and cozy. The decorating was thoughtful and pleasant. The fireplace was a lovely touch. It was the perfect spot to chill after a day of exploring San Francisco.
This house is up a windy road in the hills, and as such is quiet and serene, although a quick trip down the hill gets you to a highway that will quickly whisk you away to Oakland, San Francisco or Walnut Creek. It's also within 10 minutes of gorgeous hiking among the redwoods. The space itself is beautiful and serene with artistic touches that make it stand out from other rentals. Highly recommended for when you want to recharge in a beautiful canyon setting!
I attended the Bioneers conference at Berkeley and this was a great little retreat and home base. Felt super at home. Gorgeous surroundings and calming decorations.
Lovely outdoor space, very comfortable bed, perfect for a weekend. Only thing not quite as described is that the parking space was not available, but there was plenty of parking on the street.
Sweet place for 2 relaxing nights of needed rest. Special decorating touches appreciated. Sun and tree branches from every window. Quiet, easy stay. Many places to eat close by. Would return again.Must have transportation. Walking difficult to impossible due to narrow streets, no sidewalk and steep hills. We understood that from the description so werenât surprised.
Compact but very comfortable space for a short stay in the area. Quiet and pleasant neighbourhood and a nice walk into Montclair if required. Great communication from the owner.