Holiday rentals in South Shore

Step back in time on this beautiful classic yacht

Good Luck is a hundred-year-old classic yacht, lovingly restored and ready to transport you to another time while luxuriously spoiling you on your bay area adventure. This dockside charter gives you complete privacy and an amazing nautical experience. Alameda is a beautiful island community in the heart of the Bay, filled with beautiful homes, adorable shops, and many great restaurants. The San Francisco ferry is close by to whisk you to the big city, so why would you want to stay anywhere else?

Hip Garden Retreat Near Alameda Downtown

Spacious, hip, ground floor 1-bedroom apartment w/many amenities & charming decor just 2 blocks from Alameda's Park St shopping & restaurants. 20-min walk to beach. * direct bus to SF and Berkley every half hour *. Great for work trip or family stay! Incl. private entrance, bright desk space, and fully stocked kitchen w/indoor & outdoor dining options. Queen sofabed in living room. Washer-dryer & tub in bathroom. New mattresses w/600 TC bedding. Strong wifi & streaming services. Street parking.

Sunset Spa Suite w/private patio, views & parking

This private suite is a slice of heaven in a woodland setting! Accessed via a flight of garden stairs, it has a private entry, dedicated street parking, a private patio, luxurious large bath with a walk-in shower for 2, large jacuzzi tub for 2, heated floors, A.C., mini fridge, toaster oven, & microwave! The bedroom features a queen-sized bed, table for two, large screen smart TV, and strong fiber optic WIFI signal. Located in a beautiful neighborhood with wonderful hikes just outside the door.

Detached Cozy Studio w/ private patio garden & BBQ

Newly renovated 100 yr old backyard studio in the heart of the Alameda island. Private fenced garden with bbq. 7 mins from Oakland Int. Airport. 20 mins to SF city by ferry. Convenient location to UC Berkeley. Close to BART, beach, parks, local markets and restaurants in walking distance. • Fully-equipped, self contained studio, with cooking basics, microwave, airfrier/oven, induction cooktop, coffee machine, electric water boiler, BBQ, patio. Private entrance. No share ventilation.

The Pacific - KING bed, 1.5 blocks to downtown

Welcome to The Pacific - a 1,000 sq ft loft-style apartment, steps from downtown! - Lounge on the private patio while your dog enjoys the backyard - Charming local shops and restaurants 1.5 blocks away - Stroll the beaches to see the San Francisco skyline at sunset - Close to San Francisco (30 mins drive) and Oakland/Berkeley (15 min) - Stay in, work remote, and make meals in the well-appointed kitchen. Whatever your adventure, this tranquil retreat awaits you! 14 mins from Oakland Airport.

Luxury Rockridge Casita in Our Sunny Garden

Featured in Sunset Magazine ✨ Tucked into our sunny Rockridge garden, this light-filled modern casita is a peaceful retreat — 3 blocks from College Avenue’s cafés, restaurants, and shops. Wake up to birds in the garden, sip coffee at the farmhouse table, and walk to BART for easy access to San Francisco, Berkeley, and downtown Oakland. A quiet space designed for those who appreciate beauty and thoughtful details. Ideal for couples exploring Rockridge, Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.

Fully-equipped studio in victorian home

Fully-equipped studio apartment in Alameda victorian home. Spacious, with modern amenities (WiFi, Netflix), free coffee and tea, queen-size bed, and big yard, shared with the main house. Separate entrance through the backyard. Young kids live in the upstairs house part-time (see “other notes”) and can be loud until 9:30pm. We’re a dog-friendly space and love hosting pups (maximum of 2, house trained)! Please note that we’re not able to accommodate cats at this time. Lab lives in property.

Historic Victorian in a Great Location

Welcome to the Brehaut House. Built in 1893, the home is a local landmark in a city known for Victorians. It is not uncommon to see an artist across the street painting the house, or to be enjoying an afternoon on the front porch and having someone walking by stop to say hello and ask bout it. Enjoy the house, or get out and explore. The beach, Park St, and South Shore are a short walk. The ferry is a quick drive/bike, and can take you to San Francisco, Angel Island, etc.

Hike-in Bay Views Cabin w HotTub

Hike up to a well designed, small-but-mighty modern cabin with fast WiFi, your own hot tub and a panoramic view spanning across the bay from the Golden Gate to the San Mateo bridge. 108 stairs lead up to the Aerie, so if you don’t want to get your steps in, this is probably not the space for you! 15 min from OAK and city life, but a world away. Sunsets are glorious here. The Aerie is a special spot just for 1 or 2, so leave the posse behind. Registered guests only.

Downtown Dream Cottage

Cozy cottage, close to the best restaurants in town, walking distance to beach and public transport. Private entrance, this is your own building without shared hallways or walls. Quiet neighborhood in the heart of the city. Alameda is a beautiful historic city if you're visiting San Francisco Bay Area, Ferry access to San Francisco attractions and business district and to Oakland. Conveniently located close to Oakland airport and major highways.

Cozy redwood cottage by the bay

Get cozy in our studio cottage by the bay. Enjoy daily walks by the Alameda bay and a 5-minute drive to the San Francisco ferry. Our space features a queen bed with a Keetsa mattress, desk with high speed Wifi, kitchenette (mini fridge, sink, toaster oven, coffee makers, microwave), bathroom w/ shower, and a smart TV. This is a private cottage in the lush backyard of a family home with redwoods, palm trees, and relaxing patio

The Powers Court - 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Laundry

Stylish 2 bedroom 1 bath renovated unit with laundry and built in office area. Primary bedroom as a king size bed and 2nd bedroom houses a queen. Sofa also opens up to a full size bed. Close to shopping, coffee shops and public transportation - busses and the Ferry to Jack London Square in Oakland or San Francisco. 25 minutes from SF. Close to Crown Memorial Beach. Pet friendly.