About the
Neighborhood
Athol Avenue is located in Lake Merritt, an affluent area of
Oakland, California. From our house, it is just a
10-minute walk to the lake and a 5-minute walk to the
Lakeshore Shopping District. This Shopping District offers a
wide variety of amenities including restaurants, grocery
stores, clothing stores, gift shops, ice cream shops, cafes, a
farmers’ market, and Oakland's Oldest Movie Theater. We are a
one-block walk to a major bus line, which provides a
20-minute express ride to downtown San Francisco. | Tourist
Attractions
Tourist spots in the Bay Area offer some of the finest
travel destinations in the U.S. These include San Francisco,
Berkeley, historic downtown Oakland, the Marin Headlands, the
Golden Gate Bridge, the Redwood Forest, Muir Woods, Ocean Beach,
Scenic Route 1, and the Sonoma and Napa Valley Wine Country. |
While you’re staying with us,
consider yourself a welcome guest. Kim is well traveled and
happy to assist you with any touring plans. We are able to
provide maps and brochures for most attractions. Tour
guide services are also available for those who prefer more
directed touring. Contact us today to learn more
about tutoring packages and for
booking information. We’re always friendly and sensitive to your
needs. |
