My wife and I stayed for one week at Lori's place in Oakland, CA. It was our first Airbnb experience.

Lori's place was the perfect daily respite from the hustle and bustle of the Oakland/SF scene. The flat was exactly as shown the photos, which means it was an absolutely beautiful setting.

The location was perfect as the flat was close to downtown Oakland/Jack London Square/Berkeley/Oakland Uptown/Piedmont/Lake Merritt/etc. You will need a car to get around.

The flat had everything one could ask for. The bedding was of high quality, the bathroom/shower was excellent, and living room was perfect with the piano as the centerpiece. The kitchen was well stocked with all of the utensils one could imagine. Lastly, the outdoor deck/patio area with the gardens were stunning.

Lori was responsive to all of requests in a more than timely manner. An expert host, to say the least.

I highly recommend this flat to those who want comfort, elegance, and a professional approach to their Bay Area stay.