Highway access is unrivaled while still being a quiet place to stay. We were in Berkeley in 10 minutes and it allowed us access to explore all parts of Oakland including nearby hiking paths. The place was perfect for four of us, 2 working from home, 2 in on-line school. The kitchen was well-stocked - first time we had a Kitchen Aid mixer! There was a small den, perfect for private calls, a workout video or playing the guitar. We spent lots of time relaxing on the day bed on the back deck. We loved our stay.