We only met Linda briefly on our last night, Christian hosted us most of the time while we were there. Both are very welcoming, generous, outgoing and just great spirits. Communication before our arrival was easy, detailed and very helpful. The room is as pictured (a little desk has replaced the chair though), clean, spacious and really convenient with the en suite. Comfortable bed, great shower, plenty of storage for your stuff. Cats are adorable, Huddy sneaked in and slept with us - couldn't believe how loud she purrs;)
The house is lovely and we enjoyed sitting in the kitchen for breakfast. Oakland is quite hilly, while we walked to Piedmont ave (10 min), we didn't walk to the Bart (thanks for giving us a ride, Christian!), which is just a $10 cab ride away.