Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion
Orinda, Contra Costa County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion ****Minimum Stay of 30 Days****Located on a ridge between the charming towns of Lafayette and Orinda, this place is perfect for family and corporate stays.Enjoy lots of amenities and nature in a quiet and family-oriented neighborhood.Outside you'll find fruit trees, a large flat grassy area, heated pool, jacuzzi, fire pit, and pool house. There is...
Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion ****Minimum Stay of 30 Days****Located on a ridge between the charming towns of Lafayette and Orinda, this place is perfect for family and corporate stays.Enjoy lots of amenities and nature in a quiet and family-oriented neighborhood.Outside you'll find fruit trees, a large flat grassy area, heated pool, jacuzzi, fire pit, and pool house. There is also plenty of parking.Inside, you'll have nearly 6,000 sq ft of space, with six bedrooms spread over three stories, and gorgeous views. There are also 5 bathrooms: three full baths plus two half baths. In addition, you'll find a ping-pong and pool table, wet bar, an enormous family room with working vintage pinball machine, a 30-foot tree growing inside the house, two fireplaces (one gas and one wood-burning), a massive custom kitchen with a double oven and professional range with warming lights, and three bidets over five bathrooms. Master bath includes a double shower with solar-powered remote-controlled skylight and jacuzzi tub!Guest accessGuests will have full access to the property with the exception of the garage and a few locked storage areas.Other things to note*** Due to allergies, absolutely no dogs, cats, or other animals allowed. ***Please be informed that there are stairs from the street to the front door. Once inside, there are additional stairs as it is a 3-story house. For guests with limited mobility, please enter from the driveway where there is only one small step to get into the house. There are two bathrooms and two bedroom on this level. Climbing interior stairs will be necessary to access the kitchen.*** For our guests, please be informed that the garage will be accessed periodically by the owners.*** Guests may also see gardeners, pool maintenance staff, and owners harvesting fruit trees in the yard on occasion as well.***There are exterior-only security cameras for your safety and ours. No cameras with views of pool.We have a minimum stay of 30 days. This is non-negotiable due to a local city ordinance. Please feel free to send us any questions about the house prior to booking. We're happy to assist you!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Music library
- Game room
- Pool table
- Ping pong table
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Zoo
- Museums
- Water parks
- Swimming
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Ice skating
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Health/beauty spa
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Fishing
- Marina
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Game room
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Toys/games
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Barbecue grill
- Washer
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Mountain view
- Hot tub
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool spa
- Heated pool
- Private pool
- Outdoor pool
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 6 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 4 bathrooms
- Bidet
- Jetted bathtub
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- DVD player
- Music library
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Smoke-free property
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a zoo
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Heated pool
- Water park
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Billiards/pool table
- Table tennis
- Casino nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 6,000 square feet
- Housekeeping (on request)
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Outdoor pools, water park, kitchen, games room
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 18
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Shoes Off inside the house: Shoes Off inside the house
Important Information
- 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Orinda
Northwood - Tara, a neighbourhood in Orinda, is home to this holiday home. Berkeley Marina and Diablo Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Broadway Plaza and Telegraph Avenue. Travelling with kids? Make time for Oakland Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby.
Nearby locations
- Lafayette Reservoir 5 min drive
- University of California, Berkeley 9 min drive
- Saint Mary's College 13 min drive
- Greek Theater 14 min drive
- Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory 17 min drive
Getting around
- Orinda Station 5 min drive
- Oakland-Jack London Square Station 19 min drive
- Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Peet's Coffee and Tea 5 min drive
- Starbucks 5 min drive
- Batch & Brine 6 min drive
- Philz Coffee 6 min drive
- Johnny's Donuts 6 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Long-Term Stay at Lavish & Serene Hilltop Mansion located?
This family-friendly Orinda holiday home is located in Northwood - Tara, within 3 mi (5 km) of Orinda Theater and Lafayette Reservoir. University of California, Berkeley and Briones Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).