The apartment is secluded and has lovely views of the surrounding area and the orchard that is part of the grounds. The patio is wonderful for eating breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the interior is modern and very comfortable. We felt very safe there, and it was easy to find parking at all times on the street. Sky and Laurel have an excellent place to stay in this part of Oakland, which was near our daughter and near major highways. It was a ten to fifteen minute trip to most parts of the city, as well as to Alameda, Berkeley, and Emeryville. If you're going further out in Oakland to the airport or coliseum, it's also an excellent location.