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The jewel of Oakland, Lake Merritt, offering jogging and cycling trails, picnic grounds, the children’s park that inspired Disneyland, the historic Grand Lake Theater (with the “Mighty Wurlitzer”) — even romantic gondola rides as part of your East Lake lifestyle. The Grand/Lakeshore neighborhood provides locally owned shops, delicious dining, coffee houses and music, plus a weekend farmer's market.
Easy transportation: Quick access to freeways, walking distance to the Lake Merritt BART Station for commuting or direct trains to the airport and Oakland Coliseum; an Amtrak station is also minutes away. Everyone can take advantage of the Ferry Station for relaxing commutes or pleasure trips to San Francisco and the S.F. Giants’ baseball park.
The Oakland Museum, a fabulous cultural experience that’s a short distance from your doorstep, plus the Main Oakland Library, a staple of our community. Laney College, adjacent to the Lofts, has courses for continuing education, a running track and plenty of open space right in the middle of the bustling city.
Jack London Square, Oakland’s signature live/work district. Along the waterfront, urban dwellers gather at the farmer’s market for fresh produce, flowers and crafts. Within fork-reach are numerous anchor restaurants and shops, such as Scott’s Seafood, the Oakland Grill and Cost Plus World Market. Seeking entertainment? Try the multi-screen movie theater, or keep it simple and read your new book from the local Barnes & Noble next to the marina. World-class jazz is available twice a night at Yoshi’s.
La Estrellita restaurant, just a block away — the local hot spot for gourmet Mexican fare. Weekends, come and dance to live bands. Nearby on the Oakland estuary is Quinn’s Lighthouse Pub, a landmark for those looking to quench their thirst in a fun atmosphere, or just watch the harbor activities in a sunny, laid-back environment. Don’t forget the ‘dim sum’ in Oakland’s many Chinatown restaurants. You will also find fresh food markets and the vibrancy of a Chinese community that welcomes all who come.
Oakland Skyline Views — appreciate the mixture of historic structures (the Tribune Tower) with the modern architectural lines of the state and federal buildings in the Oakland horizon.
The E. 18th Street Shopping District, available for your daily shopping needs — groceries, bakeries, banks, pharmacies and much more. You’ll also find the famous Parkway Theater, a neighborhood movie house. Sit in big ol’ overstuffed couches eating pizza and drinking beer or soda, while you watch one of the most delightful and eclectic collection of movies in the Bay Area.