Nestled on a serene hillside, this main part of the house offers a unique stay across its top two levels. Your accommodation includes a spacious kitchen and living room on the third level from the street and a master bedroom on the fourth level, complete with in-unit laundry. Both levels boast private patios facing west, offering breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay. This large space is perfect for work trips or visiting guests who appreciate stunning vistas and comfort. The space Nestled on a serene hillside, this main part of the house offers a unique stay across its top two levels. Your accommodation includes a spacious kitchen and living room on the third level from the street and a master bedroom on the fourth level, complete with in-unit laundry. Both levels boast private patios facing west, offering breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay. Ideal for 1-2 guests, this large space is perfect for work trips or visiting guests who appreciate stunning vistas and comfort. A quick note on the address: This home is located in Castro Valley, CA. You may notice “San Leandro” appear on some maps or mailing labels — this is simply because the local ZIP code (94578) is served by the San Leandro post office. The home itself sits in the Castro Valley area. This is a common quirk for addresses near the city border. Guest access Guests will have full access to the unit, including: ✔️Living room ✔️Fully equipped kitchen ✔️Dining area ✔️One bedroom ✔️One full bathroom and one half bathroom (1.5 bathrooms) ✔️Private patio and balcony ✔️In-unit washer and dryer 🐶 Pets Pets are welcome; however, they are not allowed on the sofa or any upholstered furniture. The sofa is a high-end fabric piece, and we strive to keep it in excellent condition for all guests. If our cleaning team finds evidence of pets on the sofa, a $250 additional cleaning fee will be charged. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 🔑 Access Note Access to the unit requires climbing stairs, as there is no elevator. Please consider this if you have mobility concerns or heavy luggage. 🚗 Parking The property includes four rental units, each with its own private entrance. There are three parking spaces available at the front of the property, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If all spaces are occupied, street parking is available—please be mindful not to block any driveways. 🔅 Additional Notes This building contains multiple units with separate private entrances. While your unit is fully private, you may occasionally hear noise from neighboring units. Light sleepers may want to take this into consideration before booking. Portable AC is only available in the bedroom. Other things to note Please read these House Rules carefully before confirming your reservation. By completing your booking, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with the following: 1. Registered Guests Only Only guests included in the reservation may access the property. Unauthorized guests or visitors are not permitted without prior written approval. Violations may result in additional charges or cancellation of the reservation. 2. Pets (By Prior Approval Only) Pets are welcome only with prior approval and must be declared before booking. Please provide the following information: Type Breed Size Current vaccination status Undisclosed or unauthorized pets may result in additional fees. To help maintain the home for future guests, pets are not permitted on beds or upholstered furniture, including sofas and chairs. Please bring your own pet bed or blanket if needed. Pets must: Be kept on a leash in all common areas. Never be left unattended outside the unit. Not create excessive noise or disturbances. Not cause damage to the property. Guests are responsible for any pet-related damage or additional cleaning required after their stay. 3. Cleanliness & Waste Disposal Please keep the unit in a reasonably clean condition throughout your stay. All trash and recycling must be properly disposed of during your stay and before check-out. Excessive mess, stains, odors, or improper waste disposal may result in additional cleaning charges. For longer stays, we may ask for your assistance in placing the garbage and recycling bins at the curb the evening before the scheduled collection day. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep the property well maintained. 4. No Parties or Events Parties, gatherings, celebrations, or events are strictly prohibited. Any violation may result in immediate termination of the reservation without refund and additional charges. 5. Quiet Hours Please be respectful of neighbors by keeping noise to a minimum at all times, especially during evenings and early mornings. 6. No Smoking or Vaping Smoking or vaping is strictly prohibited inside the unit and near the building, including entryways, patios, balconies, windows, and other areas where smoke or vapor may enter the unit or disturb neighbors. If you choose to smoke or vape, please do so well away from the building and dispose of all cigarette butts or other smoking materials properly. Evidence of smoking or vaping inside the unit—including odors, residue, cigarette butts, burns, or other signs of smoking—will result in a smoke remediation fee: $300 for standard units $500 for larger units (depending on the extent of odor removal required) 7. Starter Supplies Starter supplies (such as toiletries, paper products, and basic essentials) are provided for your convenience. Guests are responsible for replenishing any additional supplies needed during longer stays. 8. Power Usage To help prevent electrical overload: Avoid using multiple high-powered appliances simultaneously (such as the microwave, kettle, air fryer, and hair dryer). Please turn off heaters whenever they are not in use. If a power interruption occurs, please contact us for assistance. 9. Long-Term Stays Extended stays may require a signed rental agreement and compliance with additional property policies before check-in. 10. Contact Information Guests must provide a valid phone number and an emergency contact before check-in. 11. Furniture & Unit Condition Furniture and household items must not be moved, removed, or altered. Please return the unit in substantially the same condition in which it was received. 12. Damages, Missing Items & Additional Charges Guests are financially responsible for any damage, excessive cleaning, or missing items resulting from their stay, including but not limited to: Damage to furniture, appliances, fixtures, flooring, or walls Missing items (including linens, towels, remotes, or keys) Excessive cleaning due to stains, spills, strong odors, or excessive trash Pet-related damage or additional cleaning Costs resulting from violations of these House Rules Any applicable charges will be requested through Airbnb's Resolution Center and supported with photos, videos, receipts, or invoices. 13. Assumption of Risk Guests assume responsibility for their own safety and the safety of everyone in their group. The host is not liable for accidents, injuries, or illnesses occurring during the stay, except where required by applicable law. 14. Personal Belongings Guests are solely responsible for their personal belongings. The host is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items. 15. Late Check-Out Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out requests must be submitted by 8:00 PM the day before departure. If there is no same-day arrival, a late check-out may be approved at no additional charge, subject to host approval. Late check-out requested after 8:00 PM the day before, or without prior approval, will incur a fee of $35 per hour. Remaining in the unit after 11:00 AM without notifying the host will result in a $100 unauthorized late check-out fee.