This is the perfect place to stay in Berkeley if you actually want to be near the town but not in it. Very peaceful and Kathy extremely responsive to any needs. I wouldn’t stay without a car, but it could be done with Uber/Lyft. The stairs give you plenty of exercise. The studio was just the right size for one person, and very well appointed. And the deck was wonderfully relaxing. The nearby park is wonderful for short walks as well.