Relax and Enjoy the Million Dollar Views of the East Bay Area; Entire Guesthouse | Apartment in Castro Valley

10.0 (37 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Castro Valley Apartment | Relax and Enjoy the Million Dollar Views of the East Bay Area; Entire Guesthouse

1 Bedroom Apartment in Castro Valley

The Overlook Guesthouse is a gated 815 square foot studio plus 276 square foot porch with 1,110 square foot deck (2,201 total sq ft of outdoor/indoor living) with a private driveway completed in 2023. Large marble island, kitchenette with marble countertops, queen size bed plus comfortable full size futon bed, desk, and table. Nestled behind a gate, this Casita has views from the Bay Bridge to the San Mateo Bridge, mountain views, and a view of San Francisco. Quiet, secure, and very private including your own private yard. Your closest neighbor will be approximately 200 feet away. This is a very quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors including law enforcement officials who are often seen outside washing their vehicles or BBQing with their families. We are 10 mins from BART and 10 mins from Cal State East Bay. We live in the main home approximately 200 feet away. The lot has 24/7 video recording on premises which is monitored to detect unwanted parties/events, and we are available anytime for any issues that may arise.
Maximum four guest allowed. Additional guest require a charge of $25 per person per night. No smoking/no parties/events. $1,500 fee for violating smoking rule or having a party/event.
The studio Casita sits on top of 1.4 acres. The lot is divided by a deer fence. The main house sits on 20,000+ square feet while the guesthouse sits on a separate 30,000+ square foot lot.
-Enjoy 50" HDTV with free YouTube, Roko, or Xfinity.
-Enjoy free coffee/Toaster
-Eletric hot water kettle
-Iron/Ironing board
-Hairdryer
-Wifi (which is spotty)
-Plenty of free parking
-Work/study area
-Views of San Francisco, Oakland, San Leandro, Castro Valley, Hayward, the Bay, and more.
-Body wash/Shampoo/Conditioner
Parking is available inside the gate or, for vehicles with a low clearance, right outside the gate; upon entry there is a steep stair case. This unit is not suitable for people with disabilities, young children, or elderly persons.
*Unauthorized guest/visitors will be required to vacate.
*No refunds for being evicted for violating house rules.
*24/7 security camera.
*No parties/events = no dinner parties, no baby showers, no gender reveal parties, no repast, no birthday parties, etc, no exceptions.

Relax and Enjoy the Million Dollar Views of the East Bay Area; Entire Guesthouse is located in Castro Valley. Relax and Enjoy the Million Dollar Views of the East Bay Area; Entire Guesthouse provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Apartment features Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Relax and Enjoy the Million Dollar Views of the East Bay Area; Entire Guesthouse has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Castro Valley has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Castro Valley, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Refrigerator
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Note from host: $500 fee for violating the smoking rules.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • 3 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Composting
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 815 sq ft (76 sq m)
  • Recycling
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Desk chair
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed;only registered guest allowed on premises.
Pet Policy
Note from host: $500 fee for any pets, including esa. pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;$500 fee for violating the smoking rules.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: only registered guest allowed on premises. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Amy W.
Aug 19, 2025 04:34:45 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Phenomenal stay, thank you for thoughtful setup for your visitors. The home was maximized to enjoy the views & the beautiful weather. Will definitely book again next time I’m in town!!
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