
Guesthouse vacation rentals in Albany
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Explore 20 vacation rentals in Albany

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Albany vacation rentals start at $90 per night before taxes and fees

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
20 of Albany vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Albany rentals

4.9 Average rating
Albany stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Albany's top spots, include Fourth Street, Albany Beach, and Albany Cinema
Top-rated guesthouse rentals in Albany
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Garden guesthouse next to ElCerrito BART&shopping
The house is only two blocks from the BART station, which is only 6 minutes away from UC Berkeley campus and half an hour from San Francisco. There’s also grocery stores, restaurants, coffee very close by in El Cerrito Plaza. This is a newly built, attached one bedroom in-law unit with private entrance in the quiet backyard. It offers absolutely privacy and is very bright, cozy, spacious. Shared laundry with us in the garage. Free Parking in the driveway. Safe, quiet and friendly neighborhood.
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Quick walk to Dining, Shops-Private Sauna, Garden
Comfort & tranquility in the heart of North Berkeley. Enjoy Private garden, Infrared Sauna & Outdoor Cold shower. Cotton linens, comfy mattresses, split A/C. One block walk to Cafe, Pizza, Bakery, Sushi, Produce & Park: Swings, Pool & Track. 10 min walk to BART, bus lines to UC, Greek Theater even closer! Sleeps 4: Queen loft bed + Queen pullout below. Perfect for couples, Cal visitors, Concert-goers. Pet-friendly! *Stairs to loft may not be suitable for limited mobility or small children.
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Cozy backyard cottage
Cozy backyard cottage in shared backyard with sunny patio for relaxing outside. Studio cottage is separate from house with a queen size bed, bathroom with shower, kitchenette and eating area. Everything you need to relax and make simple meals, including coffee and tea. One block from Solano Ave for restaurants and shopping, a few blocks walking from whole foods and more restaurants. Near Bart and one block from bus stop to SF. Hiking in Tilden Park or Wildcat canyon just 10 min drive.
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Berkeley Bayview Bungalow
Located in the scenic, tranquil Berkeley Hills, just up the hill from UC Berkeley, this climate controlled studio offers spectacular views, privacy & a large outdoor dining area. You’ll enjoy huge windows overlooking the SF Bay, lots of natural light, a new queen bed, lounge area, bluetooth speaker & kitchenette with sink, fridge, microwave, coffee/tea station. A large monitor and standing desk makes it easy to work or stream movies using our gigabit Wi-Fi. Easy parking and bus access.
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Cottage in Heart of Albany, Steps from Solano Ave
Little Lemon Cottage is a 1 bd/1 ba 500 sq.ft. guest cottage located in Albany right next to Berkeley. Set in a cozy backyard near Solano Ave (dotted with small shops and cafes) it's an ideal location for those looking for a small town feeling close to the city. This cottage was built with the needs of our guests in mind, including in-unit private laundry. The cottage is located steps from an array of Albany/Berkeley culinary culture, cafes, shops, and markets.
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East Bay PRIVATE "Backhouse" retreat
Our "Backhouse Retreat" is a cozy little studio with a whole lotta charm. We are located in the quiet, safe and centrally located Richmond Annex. A neighborhood offering easy access to all of what the Bay Area has to offer. Red Cedar lined walls, a full kitchen, memory foam bed, private outdoor patio, free WiiFi and a Smart TV are just a few of the perks. We are located less than a mile away and will give you your privacy, but will be available upon request!
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Modern and Private Cottage with Outdoor Patio
Our cottage can be your comfortable home away from home. The galley kitchen features a gas stove plus oven, refrigerator and freezer, plus Keurig coffee maker. Want to make your own breakfast smoothie? There's a Vitamix for you. Prefer french press coffee? We have have a burr grinder and french press for you. Enjoy your breakfast or your evening glass of wine on your own private patio or kick back while watching your favorite show or movie on our smart TV.
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Quaint two-bedroom cottage with patio!
Welcome to your West Berkeley, cozy cottage escape! Enjoy a private stay in this two-bedroom home complete with a private patio for your sunning, grilling, chilling, and dining needs. This spot is centrally located and close to everything! Shop at 4th Street posh shops, dine at renowned restaurants, or hop on over to UC Berkeley, San Francisco, and Oakland via bus, BART or car. City of Berkeley Zoning Certificate for Short-Term Rental: ZCSTR2022-0886
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Charming Private Cottage near Famous 4th Street Shops
French doors open onto the serene garden in this stylish and well appointed space. The cottage is a large, newly renovated studio located in our backyard garden. There is wifi, a television, a kitchen with a mini-fridge, two-burner stove, microwave, coffee maker and cookware and utensils. The bathroom shower has shampoo, conditioner and body soap for guests to enjoy. There is a queen sized bed and extra linens for the queen sized pull-out sofa bed.
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Berkeley Bitty House - a little bit of home
The Berkeley Bitty House is our cozy little detached guesthouse, located in a quiet residential neighborhood that is a few minutes drive to campus and within walking distance to many landmarks. Although itty bitty, it feels luminous and private, with a large skylight and windows that overlook a private deck with hot tub. The view of the bay from the private deck is breathtaking.
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Large light-filled studio near Fourth Street
All are welcome at our peaceful garden studio. It is the back of our historic home, the oldest standing structure in Berkeley! We are close to BART with easy access to SF and UC Berkeley and two blocks from Berkeley’s famous Fourth Street shopping area with unique boutiques, great restaurants, and coffee houses. Entry is private and the garden is all yours to enjoy.
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Traditional Japanese Tea House
Traditional Japanese architecture tucked away in a great Berkeley neighborhood. Peaceful and quiet but just a few blocks to UC Berkeley, all the restaurants of the "Gourmet Ghetto", and the North Berkeley Bart station. Brand new and very easy to use heater/air conditioner installed in March 2023 Berkeley Short Term Rental Registration # ZCSTR2017-0007
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Iconic Airstream Retreat w/ Hot Tub
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La Casita
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Cottage Get-away in East Bay with Sweeping Views
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Sunny Berkeley Cottage
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Cozy Berkeley Cottage with Quiet Patio
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"Kensington Quarters -your own boutique retreat"
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Finca 57—a Stylish Eco-Friendly Barn Home
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North Berkeley Backyard Cottage
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Guest house rentals with a patio

Villeta Pastena - Rockridge guest house w/patio
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Stylish Sausalito Bungalow with a View
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New Sunny Studio w Full Kitchen
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The Bathhouse: Boho Comfort + Hot Tub + Water View
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Cozy Private Entrance Studio
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Charming Victorian Retreat | Minutes to SF
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Detached Cozy Studio w/ private patio garden & BBQ
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Cozy redwood cottage by the bay
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Guest house rentals with a washer and dryer

Lakeshore Cottage
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Cottage by the Beach and Bay
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Claremont Canyon Studio Apt - Views
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Oakland CA (Rockridge) Studio
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The Redwood Retreat
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1-bed 1-bath private backyard entrance guest suite
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Redwood Heights Cottage with Stunning Bay Views
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Rockridge Garden Cottage
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When is the best time to visit Albany?
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| Avg. price | $120 | $120 | $125 | $135 | $135 | $125 | $140 | $140 | $140 | $135 | $140 | $125 |
| Avg. temp | 50°F | 52°F | 55°F | 57°F | 60°F | 63°F | 64°F | 65°F | 65°F | 61°F | 55°F | 50°F |
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