Urban Oasis

Modern Living | SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA

Reviews

Shannon

April 2026 · Airbnb

Albena's gorgeous oasis had every amenity you could ever think to want plus a gorgeous, beautifully landscaped , private patio overlooking a waterfall and a coy pond. So serene. Also In a very nice neighborhood on Emeryville. She made certain my stay was exceptional and even allowed me to add 3 days on to stay longer. Her communication was excellent and the care and attention to detail of her lovely Airbnb added a rich layer to the entire experience. I would rent this again in a heartbeat.

Talila

April 2026 · Airbnb

I had a lovely stay & wonderful interactions with the host. The home has everything you need to feel at home and is very relaxing. I passed most of my time in the back yard with the pond and flora and fauna they’ve cultivated. As a person with scent sensitivities, I appreciated that the host does not use harsh chemicals/heavy scents in the home or on laundry. I would return and recommend to others.

Arasia

April 2026 · Airbnb

this is our home away from home when we come to the bay. my husband and i love the cottage and the owners. it’s always clean, quiet, safe, and a pleasure to stay in. they let us check in early and are always flexible, which we really appreciate. very friendly and always responds promptly and with kindness. we will stay here again.

Corinne

April 2026 · Airbnb

The Lily Pad is a wonderful place for an extended stay, a true hidden gem in Emeryville. Albena is an exceptional host; attentive, thoughtful, and always going above and beyond to ensure her guests have everything they need for a great stay. I would recommend The Lily Pad without any hesitation.

Zee

March 2026 · Airbnb

This is the first Airbnb I’ve been to that exceeded my expectations! The well-appointed house is tucked back off the street in a peaceful private garden with lovely plants. There is designated off-street parking for your car, and it all feels much more secure than the other houses out on the street. Hosts were responsive, helpful, and friendly in every encounter. We were extremely pleased with our stay, and will happily return here when we’re next in the area. Highly recommended!

Bob

March 2026 · Airbnb

This place is a jewel. The garden is unlike any Airbnb I have seen. It is filled with beautiful plants, butterflies and birds. The location backs up to a natural area with trails and a spectacular view of the Bay. The decor on the inside was tasteful, well-laid out and comfortable. You can tell that Albena takes a lot of pride in her property and works hard to be rsponsive. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Matthew

March 2026 · Airbnb

Great spot for the week. Small but has everything you need and well maintained. Love the koi pond next to the room, the noise from which being very soothing. Host was very responsive and also accommodating when I had to return to retrieve something after checkout. Good neighborhood, too. The free Emeryville shuttle to MacArthur BART is just 2 or 3 blocks away.

Charles

January 2026 · Airbnb

Gorgeous loft --- true calming oasis. Genuinely can't thank Albena enough. We were here to meet some investors and clients in SF. It was the perfect home away from home: Large, uncluttered, airy and calm, but just a quick hop accross the bridge to get to the centre of town. Stunning garden, and two glorious terraces. Honestly just perfect.

Dani

December 2025 · Airbnb

Absolutely wonderful air b n b. Its like a garden oasis amongst the city. Clean, quiet, exactly as described. Albena was a great host with great communication. If your coming to the city look no further you've found your spot. We will be back thank you!

Rich

October 2025 · Airbnb

We had high very expectations of Albena and her place based on the listing, ratings and reviews. Our actual experience exceeded all of our expectations! We had a wonderful experience! The place was great! We were totally comfortable and at ease. My wife loves to cook and truly enjoyed the kitchen! The location was ideal for us and so close to the things we wanted to do in Oakland and Berkeley. On top of all that there were two magical things; the garden and Albena. We loved spending time in the garden. It was beautiful and we felt surrounded by nature. And the Koi fish were gorgeous! The sound of the water flowing was so peaceful. The second magical thing was the support we got from Albena. We had several family situations occur that created some complexity with our plans. Albena worked hand in hand with me to work everything out! She cared and showed true support and understanding!!