This property was perfect for my combination business/pleasure stay. The property owners were excellent and responded to my questions and were very available when needed, but also gave me full privacy. Check in was a breeze. The house was super clean and had everything I needed. 3-4 grocery and convenience stores were within walking distance and I could also walk to my work conference location. You definitely want to know what you're doing when walking around Oakland, but this neighborhood was safe and I was only met with kindness. The property owners had no problem with my sister and her husband joining me for the weekend in the 2nd bedroom of the house and we had a great time exploring thrift stores and used book stores in Berkeley and Oakland. The restaurant scene was fabulous - check out Low Bar nearby for great cocktails and good food. The Grand Lake Kitchen near Lake Merritt had fabulous coffee and brunch - get the savory French Toast, you won't regret it. For an awesome brewery experience, go to the Telegraph Beer Garden. Also, for a quirky, unique music/cinema experience, check out Shapeshifters Cinema to see if they have any shows going on. I would most certainly stay in this house again!