The listing is accurate and the host is friendly and responsive. The place met our very high standards for cleanliness. The kitchen was one of the best stocked we have experienced in our many years using Airbnb. We appreciated the spices, the cook ware, the utensils, and all the appliances. The range was not new, but it was immaculately clean and performed flawlessly.
The flow rate and heat of the shower was superb. Plenty of clean towels and wash cloths were provided. The washer and dryer are very good. The bed was very comfortable and extra blankets were provided. I attended 3 several-hour Zoom conferences that originated in Manila, Philippines from the handy office outside the second bedroom. There were no problems with internet connectivity. With regard to space, it was certainly adequate for the 2 of us. It is not really big enough to entertain folks, but not many do that while on vacation. There is no kitchen table, or dining room. There is a small table for 2 in the living room, a small table for 2 on the covered front porch. There is also a covered balcony that you enter from the second bedroom which has a table for 6. The front porch and side balcony are both pleasant spaces.
The furniture won't win any awards from Architectural Digest, but it is adequate. The flowering trees and plantings outside were a beautiful surprise. We had no issue with any of the neighbors. The location is a residential neighborhood one-half block from 40th and a couple of blocks from Piedmont. We are in our 70s, walked everywhere, and had no safety concerns. The key pad entry with dead bolt was a plus. We never saw the host in person, nor was there any need to. Everything that was listed was provided and it was everything we needed for a 3 week visit. One small repair was requested and it was completed within 30 minutes. Oakland itself was a pleasant surprise: the sunny weather, the parks, the restaurants, the shops, close to Berkeley, nice neighborhoods, and close to all S.F. has to offer. We will look to book this place again when we next visit Oakland.