A total haven in the Berkeley hills! I needed a place to stay for several nights as my daughter and her husband were bringing home their first baby and wanted some privacy. This was the PERFECT home-away-from-home for myself, my little dog and my daughter's small dog. The studio apartment is brand new, sparkling clean, with amazing and thoughtful amenities throughout. The location sits directly behind the gorgeous, historic Claremont Club & Spa overlooking the swimming pool. At night, the twinkling lights from the hotel along with the peaceful, woodsy setting is nothing but relaxing. The host had thought of everything - including a beautifully appointed bedroom with a cozy comforter, great pillows and a top-notch mattress; a modern bathroom/shower that even provided shampoo/conditioner and shower gel; a kitchen with a mini Keurig coffee maker and free coffee pods, high-quality appliances (even the trash bins were Simple Human) and a lovely setting to have coffee, eat a meal or simply relax. I used the space to work remotely while away from my Los Angeles home, and there was a desk area, free and high-speed WiFi, along with a modern widescreen TV with every channel and app available. The couch in the living room was soft and comfortable (and converts to a bed - although I didn't need to use it), and the host had provided quality blankets and throws to make this place really feel like home! Before leaving, I was able to do my laundry in the blue-ribbon washer and dryer that were better than my own at home! The location is stellar. You are walking distance from some of the best that Berkeley has to offer, such as Rick & Anne's Restaurant, Fournee Bakery, and the eclectic shopping and restaurant scene of College Avenue, Telegraph Avenue and Rockridge. The dogs loved it as well as there were loads of walkable paths and nearby hiking trails. I left this place feeling well rested and as if I had been on a "staycation". Will definitely book again!!