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Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage

Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage

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Outside garden
Seating area for flat screen hi-def TV
Dining area and kitchen
Exterior
Entrance hallway w/ storage closets

Overview of Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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Mill Valley, CA
  • Popular LocationSweetwater Music Hall6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolden Gate National Recreation Area8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuir Woods National Monument13 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage

This freshly remodeled semi-attached cottage features a beautiful garden setting in the desirable Strawberry section of Mill Valley. The fully furnished and equipped property borders open space - deer are sighted almost daily! It's quiet and peaceful yet only 6 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco!

Easy parking and quick access to the coast, Mount Tamalpais, Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, and the wine country further north. The bus stop and shopping center is a 5 minute walk.

Ideal for up to two Bay Area vacationers, friends visiting the area, or house-hunters. We also have lots of 'newbie' grandparents! No worries, this cottage is upscale, not 'funky.' No stairs, steps or narrow mountain roads to contend with either!

Please call about availability since we occasionally neglect the calendar function.

'This is a very comfortable, quiet, well equipped cottage with helpful and accommodating owners. The location and freeway access are ideal. We will stay there again next time we are in Marin.'
M.R.- S. California

Keywords: Cottage, quiet, easy parking, gardens, convenient, wood floors, sunny, no stairs

Property manager

Charles Ballinger

Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Property grounds
Romantic getaway. Hikers/bikers dream. Peaceful. Fresh Air. Nature. Sanctuary.
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
10.0 out of 10, (132 reviews)
Romantic getaway. Hikers/bikers dream. Peaceful. Fresh Air. Nature. Sanctuary.

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 077654

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this cottage is in a rural area. Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit California Academy of Sciences and San Francisco Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mill Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 6 min drive
  • Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 8 min drive
  • Presidio of San Francisco - 10 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger - 14 min walk
  • McDonald's - 7 min walk
  • Good Earth Natural Foods - 4 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 4 min drive
  • West Coast Sourdough - 17 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., Toronto, ON, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lovely hosts
Perfect location in the Strawberry area of Mill Valley -- great jumping-off point for some of the most beautiful parts of the Bay Area. Easy parking (not the case in a lot of places!) Lovely hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't be nicer for us
This Mill Valley cottage was a delightful place to stay in a quiet, lovely neighbourhood.. Quick access to Hwy 101 and to a paved walking/cycling trail to Sausalito and our daughter and family. Very roomy, nicely equipped and furnished, beautiful outdoor sitting area. . Great selection of good books and local info. Very welcoming and sccomodating hosts. We'll be back...

10/10 Excellent

Judy L., Marshalltown Iowa USA

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Friendly Getaway
The property is lovely, with quiet lush gardens and cozy house. Our hosts were unobtrusive but friendly. The location is ideal, right off the 101 to Sonoma, Sausalito, and ferries to San Francisco. We will come again!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran W., Johns Island, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous in Every Way
I loved my time here. The house is in a quiet neighborhood, the host was responsive and nice to deal with, and the home was fully equipped. I would stay here again and recommend it without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family in town
Had a great stay at this place. Nice location close to things we had plan. Quiet neighborhood and overall a great little place to stay while family was visiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Charles Ballinger

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Chuck and Eileen Ballinger are the owners who live in the semi-attached main house (garage in-between). Eileen is a real estate broker fluent in French. Chuck is an author/ artist/ general contractor/ traveler.

Why they chose this property

It's proximity to San Francisco is very convenient while its setting in Marin adjoins rural open space. Marin County is our favorite place in the world - and we've been almost everywhere!

What makes this property unique

The cottage looks out on a beautiful European-style garden with terraces and a large fountain (see photo). Strawberry Center is a five minute walk with many restaurants and shops. The cottage is almost three times the size of a hotel room with a fully equipped kitchen. And it's been totally remodeled in 2009!
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