The Oakland Hills are a great place to stay in East Bay. This neighborhood is quiet and private but within 10 min drive you are in the thick of things in Berkeley and downtown Oakland. The hosts communicate very well and the unit is well equipped and very clean. It's very quiet and peaceful, with truly sweeping views of the Bay. The only thing to keep in mind is that this is not detached unit. You will hear very minor foosteps etc from above. Really not an issue, just something to be aware of if you haven't lived in apartment/duplex for awhile. Great place. Great people.