Comfortable, well-furnished and equipped top-floor flat within a duplex layout in Lower Rockridge. Genuinely progressive neighborhood, respectful of new faces. Dog-positive. Level of education in canine behavior way above average. Great area for those who prefer not to drive everywhere. High-quality victuals available within blocks (Whole Foods, Rockridge Market, good restaurants and bars). Short drives to off-leash hiking (Sibley, Joaquin Miller, North Oakland Recreation). Dirk is European ex-pat in all the best ways (Straight out of Belgium). Easy-going, flexible, fair, concerned about his guests, respectful of privacy, all with a warm sense of humor that occasionally waxes sardonic. Handy with hammers and screwdrivers, with an informal roster of third-party experts for specialty needs. Top host in my experience.