My husband and I have just returned from a wonderful 8 night stay at Claudia's Studio in Craftsman near Piedmont property. We truly felt that we were in a home away from home. Claudia was welcoming and attentive. Arriving in the evening, it was wonderful to be greeted with pastries, fruit and beverages so that we could relax our first morning. The Studio was very comfortable. We both slept well and enjoyed the ability to relax and make our own breakfasts and snacks, and the kitchen was equipped so that you could easily do light cooking if you so choose. The Studio is in a lovely, residential neighborhood. It is close and convenient to so many stores and restaurants including a Trader Joe's just down the street. Parking was easy and safe. We will certainly return on future visits to Oakland.