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By The Bay Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Dining
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, music library

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Castro Valley, CA
  • Place, Lake Chabot Spa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Oakland Arena
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Jack London Square
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

By The Bay Retreat

Welcome to our charming Airbnb nestled in the heart of Castro Valley. Our cozy home is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway. With a prime location just a short drive from the Bay Area's top attractions, our Airbnb offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy the convenience of being close to the city while reveling in the tranquility of a quiet neighborhood. Come experience the magic of Castro Valley for yourself!
During your stay at this villa, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Chabot Spa. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. The villa includes amenities such as a private pool and a kitchen.
  • The villa offers a private pool, a kitchen and a washing machine
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by car from Oakland Arena and 14 minutes from Oakland Zoo
By The Bay Retreat offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. By The Bay Retreat also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

This Castro Valley villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

By The Bay Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home and great host!

Wonderful private space. Loved the hot tub and outdoor area. Comfortable living room and bedrooms. Very easy to communicate with the host. They were really great. Enjoyed our time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place for Oakland/Hayward/Castro Valley

Excellent space - living room, dining room, gorgeous kitchen, comfortable beds, and a pool! And hot tub! Extremely quiet neighborhood at end of dead end street. Felt safe, nice neighbors. Had good access to freeway system and a nice Safeway, coffee shop, light dining very close. Would stay here over and over if going into this area!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home

We enjoyed a long stay here while our own home was undergoing water damage restoration, and it was comfortable and quiet. We especially enjoyed the pool on hot summer days, and the location is fantastic. If you're willing to walk 20-30 minutes, you can access much of what Castro Valley has to offer, from boba and barbecue to the movies and more. A special shout out to Alex for being a communicative and helpful host!
Stayed 52 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

Wonderful 2 beds/ 2 baths . Onsite shower small. High end kitchen,dining and living room.large deck with hot tub . Built in pool nice . Owner is getting new patio furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool (!) & Calm in Castro Valley, CA

Really cool little house in Castro Valley, CA with a terrific open floor plan, and nice ecclectic touches. Marilyn Monroe on the wall 1and Mona Lisa on the fridge.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chiria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the heat
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025