Disappointing basement apartment in ritzy house
The expense and care put into this place when it was built is still evident, but it has clearly seen better days. The solid cherry wood doors, the gleaming marble countertops, even a marble floor in the kitchen area of the great room, the copper sink in the kitchen, all speak to a former glory. Neglect shows in the stained sink, the not-too-clean carpets, the dishwasher that wants to fall out the cabinet when you try to load it.
The mismatched furniture and scantily equipped kitchen seem sourced from garage sales and thrift stores. The polyester bed linens are thin and worn out.
On the plus side, the host was very responsive and sent over some fresh bed sheets when we complained.
The view is certainly grand. Every room has windows with an expansive view of Oakland and the Bay. The large deck showcases the view and would be a great venue for a family celebration.
Overall, we would award 2-3 stars for a somewhat below average AirBNB stay, but we make it four stars because of the view and because the host did respond to our complaint.