Shimrit's place was just as described, and in the perfect neighborhood for visiting Oakland. It was on a quieter, residential street; yet still close to Lake Merritt and all the action downtown. The apartment was clean and simply decorated, and had everything we needed for a great stay. Best of all, Shimrit was an outstanding hostess, and incredibly accommodating. She was super quick to respond to any questions we had, extremely welcoming, and really made the extra effort to help us feel comfortable in a new space. We highly recommend this space!