Our family stayed here for a duration of 4 months while our home was being renovated. We got to know Ginger, the neighbors, and the location. I would say that this place was great! Ginger is a wonderful host that is so thoughtful and always accommodating to us (and especially our 6yr old). At first, we were a bit concerned that she was staying downstairs (as we have a 6yr old!) and how separate our living situation from hers was going to be. We barely noticed and hardly run into each other - maybe for the occasional Hi and dropping mail downstairs.
The home itself, it's an older home but we were able to make it our home for the 4 months without any issues. The views are awesome, street noise at a minimum, heater works great! Maybe less kitchen storage than our family is used too but it wasn't too bad and actually worked out. Bedroom good size, lots of blankets and other items for a long stay that was nice to have and available to use for use. Overall, this place was great! I am sure this review does not do justice to the place and the host.
Nearby places: Safeway, Red Boys Pizza, CVS, Peet's Coffee, Jamba Juice, 580 Freeway, Farmers Market, 10 min from Lake Merrit, 2- parks for kids walking distance, , etc.