Staying at Jean's in Oakland was my best experience, by far, in the Bay area (where I've stayed at no less than 7 AirBnBs over the last 4 years). Her place is central, immaculately clean, *really* comfortable bed, nice room with 2 windows, well-stocked kitchen, private and quiet- everything was awesome. The photos don't do it justice. Jean is really nice and accommodating, and she is friendly and helpful without being needy or overbearing. It's a great place. One thing: you should like cats!