PROS:
1-The grounds were magnificent, far more impressive than the pictures convey. We enjoyed spending afternoons sitting in the back garden overlooking a valley with a view out to distant mountains. The pool area was also beautifully landscaped and spacious. It was hard to believe that the property was located in the middle of a bustling suburb.
2-The kitchen was fully functional and well stocked, with condiments, ice, spices, cleaning equipment, and even ziplock bags in varying sizes.
3-The hosts were very helpful and responsive. We had an issue with our plumbing and within a few hours they had resolved the problem.

CONS
1-For the price, we felt that the cleanliness and maintenance of the house lacked a feeling of a luxury accommodation. The house is older, some the windows lack screens, the plumbing system is a little temperamental, the towels aren't shiny and new, etc...

Overall we enjoyed our stay and would return again on our next visit to Oakland.