The apartments in Tony's building are all different and all comfortable. I had a chance to stay in several -- I'd recommend a larger one that this one. Ask him to point out a variety.
College Avenue in Rockridge/Oakland is the place to be for restaurants, shops, people-watching. Lake Merritt is great for a stroll -- short or long. Berkeley's right down the road, with yet more shopping and eating! There's the Berkeley Art Museum, the Botanical Garden, and of course, Telegraph Avenue. Enjoy your stay!