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Hello, thanks for looking at our place. The house's simple and timeless design evolves around sunlight, enjoyment of nature and symbolizes the famous modern California lifestyle in its best form. It was built in 1963 and has a few mid-century modern touches, but still feels as fresh as 1963. It is a great backdrop for many event and production types and is easy to adjust for your specific needs or style vision. Please host your event in our open social spaces, on the extra large and deep deck or the 1 acre garden. Contact us for any questions. We like to make your event special.

Epic, Historic Victorian Mansion

Oakland | Clinton

$110 per hour
100
PLEASE READ ALL. Featured in many films, catalogs and commercials, this historic Victorian mansion features amazing architecture. This website only allows 20 pics, so it's not possible to show all the details. Rate quoted is for up to 5 people. Each added person is $10 per hour. The following spaces are included. OTHER SPACES POSSIBLY AVAILABLE, ONLY if agreed to in writing. Anything not agreed to in writing cannot be filmed, or entered. Extensive Garden + Grounds Two dining rooms Two foyers Living room All interior spaces described are on the same floor. All other spaces and floors cannot be entered without prior written approval. Rules: 1) Please keep in mind that people live in the mansion and treat them with respect. 2) While your rental allows access to the rooms stated, your team may only be in TWO rooms at a time. This enables you to have one room on camera, while the crew is in an adjacent room off camera. You may not "take over" three rooms at a time. 3) The foyers are the most difficult place to shoot, because they are needed for passage between rooms. If you elect to shoot in a foyer, please be respectful of the residents' need to pass through. 4) The kitchen is not available. It is reserved for use of the residents. 5) Out of respect for residents, please use ONLY the basement bathroom. 6) Street parking is consistently very easy. On-site parking MAY be available IF arranged in advance. No on-site parking without prior arrangement. 7) Due to ongoing improvements, and the challenges of constantly updating photos, decor may differ from posted photos. 8) No violence may be depicted on the property. Nudity is allowed, but NOT waist down, frontal. 9) Owner may provide rights to film some of the artwork, without charge. To be filmed, this artwork must be explicitly stated, in writing. Filming any artwork or copyrighted material without owner’s written approval is at your own legal risk. 10) Anyone not on camera shall wear shoe coverings. 11) Please clean up after yourselves.

Historic venue in Mid-Market SF

San Francisco | Tenderloin

$1600 per hour
1400
Available 7-days a week 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Our space is ideal for ​conferences, seminars, corporate or private parties/events, executive retreats and off-sites, educational events, town halls, dinners, cocktail events and more. This space features historic bank vaults, neoclassical architecture, breakout rooms, newly renovated restrooms, wifi, wheelchair access, security, admin fees, janitorial services, public transportation

Stunning Design Palo Alto/ Stanford

Menlo Park | University Heights

$400 per hour
30
Stunning Design Heart of Silicon Valley - Palo Alto/ Stanford/Sand Hill Road Upscale light-filled architect designed contemporary house in the Heart of Silicon Valley. Prime location- Minutes from STANFORD, PALO ALTO, Sand Hill road and VC/Tech community offices. Easy Access- 20 mins from Airport -45 mins from SF- 20 mins from San Jose. Great for shoots or small off-sites or dinners. Not available for parties

Mid-century estate - views, pool, gardens

California | Belvedere Tiburon

$450 per hour
45
Zen like original mid century modern in idyllic setting perfect for photoshoots and video production, leadership retreats, team off-sites, workshops and small gatherings featured in global commercials. Over 1 acre property with extreme privacy, extensive and unobstructed ocean and bridge views surrounded by lush gardens and grounds to wander through. Large pool, jacuzzi, ample lawn, outdoor shower and furnished terraces. Original 1951 mid century structure in mint conditions with large and bright entertainment spaces, breakout rooms, glass offices and ample kitchen. Every room is ocean-facing and large sliding doors connect the living spaces with the outdoors. Original details and cabinetry throughout the house is complemented by high-end designer furniture in every room. Guest will also have full access to the 3 bedrooms, a small gym and 3 bathrooms with original tiling. Secure storage available. Strong and reliable wi-fi throughout the property. Ample parking for cars, trailers and sprinter vans both on-site and on the street. Large public parking in close proximity. The property is located on a quiet private lane. Hiking trails accessible directly from the gardens, parks and natural preserve in walking distance. Minutes from downtown Tiburon. 15min from the Golden Gate Bridge, 20min from San Francisco, 30min to wine country. Production permits not required. -- For an additional fee, we have optional features available to you: - Nespresso coffee maker and coffee pods - Breakfast - Fresh fruit platters - Stationery set for workshops - Pool towels - Pool heating - Outdoor heaters

Creative Storefront/Multi-Set Photo Studio

Oakland | Cleveland Heights

$150 per hour
10
About the Space Our studio is perfect for music photo/video/film projects. The space is also great for private events, workshops, and pop-up shops. There are multiple immersive sets & backdrops within the space. We also have a hair/makeup station stocked with hygiene items for touch-ups. Located within 1 block from beautiful Lake Merritt. Close by cafes and restaurants for snack breaks and shops for last-minute items. **​​We also offer custom sets and props for an additional cost.** INCLUDES: *Giant Mushroom Props *Green and Pink Fuzzy Fur Wall *Urban Jungle Set with vines and plants *Cai & jo Cosmic Collaged Wall *Vintage Books backdrop *Emoji Peach Wall *Cloud Room with LEDs *Retro TVs *Room Full of Vintage quilts *Arched doorways *Rainbow ladder and more There is an outdoor Private Backyard Garden Space with string lights. LIGHTING *Natural Light from storefront windows SE facing *Ring lights, *LEDS, *Spotlight, *One Soft-box light, *Fairy lights, * and Multicolor Sunset Lamp. ALSO: *Ground floor entry for easy access. *Tripods for phone *Extra chairs and plants *Private Restroom, *Mini fridge, *Coffee Maker & Tea RULES: Booked rental time includes setup and tear-down. Your prep/cleanup has to be WITHIN your booking period so please book accordingly. The starting time you've booked here might be landing exactly right after the other group's booking period as there is no way to put a buffer in between booking here. Please ask to confirm. Overtime is charged at 1.5x hourly rate. Please no excessive noise outdoors, for respect to our neighbors. The studio must be returned to the exact condition you found it in. Please treat our studio as if it was your own. We understand that things happen, so if anything breaks during your rental period please let us know immediately so that we can help. There may be a replacement fee for damaged equipment/props. If your project requires more than 7 people present in the studio at the same time there will be +$10/hour surcharge. We recommend that you don’t leave any valuables in your vehicle (good practice in the bay area). No smoking. Violation of this rule will result in a $250 fee. No Glitter/Confetti, pigment, sand, powder, paint, or any loose substance without first notifying us, and having a proper art dept in place. For any substances that require extra cleaning, we charge an added cleaning fee of $100. We are not responsible for injuries. ABOUT: Hi there, I'm Bre. I am excited to open my studio space with other creatives in the community. It is perfect for music videos, portrait sessions, product shoots, fashion shoots, small business pop-ups, creative projects, and meetings. Here's what you will be supporting if you book: MOONWOOD is an artist-run, BIPOC, Woman-owned hub for creativity and community. Everything you see is created by two POC artists. ***This is a safe space for queer & trans & non-binary & PoC creatives. Keywords: Artist-run, woman-owned, psychedelic, art space, pop-up shop, 1970's, seventies, mid century, creative, gen-z, y2k, 2000's, 1980’s, 1990’s Production Set, Production Studio, Flex Space Good For: Instagram Photos, Tik Tok Videos, Youtube videos, Web and Ad Content, Music Video Shoot, Listening Party, Corporate Event, Dinner, Film Shoot, Meeting, Networking, Performance, Photo Shoot, Retreat, Workshop, Filming, Photography, Background, Dance Shoot, Product Shoot, Launch Party, Promotional Video, Filmed Interview, Podcasting, Documentary, Production, Music Shoot, Yoga Class, classes, Meditation Space, Creative Meeting, Discussion, Interview, Screening, Commercial Shoot, Apparel Shoot, Head Shot, Clothing Shoot, Indoor Photoshoot, Portrait, Poetry

Modern Neighborhood Event Space

San Francisco | Bernal Heights

$120 per hour
25
Located on the main commercial street in Bernal Heights: Cortland Ave., this flexible neighborhood studio/gallery space is ideal for art shows, community events, meetings, seminars, fitness classes, workshops, pop-ups and much more! The space is designed with versatility in mind and anything can be moved around to fit your needs. The venue boasts a large open studio room with 15 ft high ceilings and large bay windows. A built-in ledge lines the perimeter of the room and acts as faux bench seating for guests to sit and mingle. We also have 24 folding chairs, 4 large folding tables, 4 small folding tables and a variety of random sized stools and benches for use at no additional charge. Additional seating is made by the large bay window sills. Past the main room, there is a small stage area for performances, presentations, or talks. As you make your way to the back of the venue, there is a lounge room with custom built-in, orange cushioned, bench seating for guests to gather more intimately. There is a window cutout in this room so guests still feel part of the action in the main room. The room in the very back is our kitchen. We have a full size refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee machine, tea kettle, sink, cabinets and countertop. Coffee & tea is complementary. You are welcome to have food catered, or use the refrigerator to store drinks and snacks, although the space is not set up for cooking. The space has one bathroom with a large sink . The location is extremely walkable. There's several restaurants and bars on Cortland Ave. to enjoy before or after your event. We highly recommend Piqueos (Peruvian,) Vega (Italian) for dinner and Holy Water (right next door to us) for craft beer & cocktails. Bernal Heights is known for it's village-like, laid-back vibe and strong sense of community. The venue is dog friendly and we welcome well behaved, potty trained, doggy guests. Not only is the space dog friendly, it is also the home of Sarah Zemunski Photography, Fine Art Dog Portraits.

Modern Moroccan Living Room with Kitchen

Oakland | Produce and Waterfront

$90 per hour
5
My space is mainly a photoshoot location with Modern, Moroccan, and Minimalist Mexican elements, but also be used for select small events. It also has a white marble island in the kitchen, perfect for cooking/catering content creation. You'll love the space for all of your content creation needs!

Pool House / Gazebo BBQ /Panoramic View

Livermore

$250 per hour
80
4
A rare find for your next event needs with a private-resort-feel, country club decor and panoramic view of Doolan Canyon. Discover this nature-surrounding modern country house with 5,000+ square-feet space ( Indoor and outdoor) and inch your soul towards something new. Our venue would minimize any possible frustrations that might come from getting interrupted by loud street noise or out-dated meeting room set-up. CAPACITY | AVAILABILITY --25 Seated plus 40 Standing --15 Seated plus 20 Standing (Indoor) --All ages suitable OUTDOOR AMENITIES 4,000 Square Feet (Outdoor) --600 Square Feet Gazebo Equipped with Lynx Professional Gas Grill -- Grande pool with waterfall, poolside table, 15 feet umbrella and pool chairs --Heated Jacuzzi -- 2 Fold-able Tables and dining chairs -- Putting green ( Please bring your putters) -- Regulation horseshoe pit INDOOR AMENITIES --Ground Floor Only --800 Sqt open space adjoining these below: Kitchen with fridge, oven and microwave ( No cooking indoor is allowed, food warming only) --Airy Dining Area --Lounge Room --Separate 600 Sqt Multimedia Room Bose System and 60" smart TV wired with the Internet, streaming Netflix/Hulu/Amazon Prime Video --2 full bathrooms with shower DINING We have an amazing setup in the Gazebo, perfect for BBQ. Feel free to bring your own coolers and supplies to utilize the outdoors. --Bring Your Own Utensil , Plates and Garbage bags --Bring Your Catering Services /Food Preferred SETUP + BREAKDOWN TIME --Your bookings hours include set-up and breakdown time by default. CAPACITY -- The number of guests (above 12) should not exceed 60. In case of uncertain turn out for your event, venue host reserve the right to stay on site and do a gate check. -- Maximum 30 cars are allowed on site at all times exclude caterer vehicles and furniture rental cargo. NOISE MANAGEMENT --NO DJ allowed for all events, no exception. --NO party bus allowed on site -- We provide bluetooth BOSE speakers on site IMPORTANT rules :all non-negotiable *All SMOKING, Cannabis, tobacco leaf are all prohibited on this 10 acre land. Littering of above banned items lead to fine of $200-$500 DECOR RESTRICTIONS: --No nails, screws, staples, tape or gummed backed materials may be used to attach or affix anything to the furniture, walls, or building. --No glitter or confetti of any kind of chemical pigment is allowed on site. --No sparklers, Roman candles, or fire producing gags or effects. INDOOR SPACE RULES --No pets for indoor space --No Indoor cooking of any type, only food warming with microwave or oven --No furniture moving/handling without permission POOL USE SAFETY --No glassware within the pool area --Swimming pool liability waiver MUST be signed before event. GUEST CLEANUP --All Trash should be placed in bags or in the bins --Remove all event decorations and recycle if necessary --All unfinished food and drinks need to be taken out by guest --NO late night parties onsite, operation hours finish by 8pm. Thank you for your kind understanding.

CBD Wellness space for rent

Oakland | Redwood Heights

$85 per hour
30
Easy access to both the 580 and 13 freeways. Great light and can be arranged many different ways.

Oaxacan Style Decor, lots of Plants, Art

San Francisco | Mission District

$650 per hour
70
Our Space is bright, colorful, and Artistic. Very inviting and comfortable. Its also versatile- We can make it a dining room or lounge area for happy hours and more casual settings.

Urban Music Venue with Open Daytime Space

Oakland | Northgate - Waverly

$1100 per hour
300
Centrally located a few blocks from 19th Street Bart; we offer two floors with a private event space on the second floor, multiple bars, stages, rad pinball machines, a full sound system and plenty of bathrooms. Four blocks from the Fox Theatre with street parking, beverage packages including tickets, hosted & cash bar options with local pop-up food vendors!

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