I was very pleased with the accommodations. The back yard garden was very beautifully landscaped, quiet, shaded and serene, with an outdoor table and chairs, and it was lovely to have that private outdoor space to sit and enjoy a book and a cup of tea. Moving in through the apartment, Edward had really thought about details to make the stay both comfortable and welcoming. First, he was flexible with my arrival because of the timing of a graduation ceremony I was to attend. I was able to drop my luggage off and change my clothes and freshen up before the event about two hours before check-in time. Edwin was really gracious, telling me we'd make it (my request) work. And he did.
The bedroom was comfortable and beautifully appointed. There were extra blankets (Oakland was cool while I was there!), and a space heater to warm up the room in the morning. There were luggage racks, a dresser, and even a perhaps inadvertent side bench along one wall which turned out to be handy for placing cosmetics and accessories. The mattress was very comfortable. The room was beautifully appointed with art work and two gorgeous bedside lamps. There was also an open area to hang clothes and coats, and a hook for a handbag and scarf, very handy for seeing your clothing choices (as opposed to a closed-door closet). Also in the bedroom were maps and books on Oakland and San Francisco.
The kitchen/living area was also well-appointed and tastefully furnished. I loved the art work! Edward had left a scone and 2 bagels on the kitchen counter with my name on the bag (a really nice personal gesture) for breakfasts. There was coffee and cream, sugar and a choice of tea, plus cream cheese in the fridge for the bagels. Just thoughtful welcoming touches.
The location was super convenient to the Rockridge BART station, as well as Rockridge Market (a compendium of 12 upscale food shops under one roof) and the cute College Avenue shops. The house was situated on a beautiful street, craftsman-style houses, well-kept. And the gardens surrounding the houses, including Edward's, were gorgeous. I loved just walking around the neighborhood in my spare time.
All-in-all this was a welcoming place, made so by a thoughtful and generous host.