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Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley

Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley

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Front door entrance from garden
Street view of home on corner lot lined with native trees and walking distance to parks and shops
Lovely natural light into open living and dining space
View from front door
Stylish, relaxing and natural decor throughout home

Overview of Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mill Valley, CA
  • Popular LocationGolden Gate National Recreation Area4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSweetwater Music Hall5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuir Woods National Monument9 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Sleep Sofa Bed in Living Room

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley

Awaken your spirit to a one-of-a-kind retreat space for your vacation. This 2 story urban chalet nestled on a corner lot with a wrap around deck has been designed by Yasmine McGrane (founder of Maison Reve).

The intention of this property is to provide a place that inspires guests to relax from the face pace of daily life, reconnect to the present moment, and enjoy the fresh, seasonal bounty of the Bay area. After booking, guests receive our Welcome Guide with a curated list of local favorites from the best farm-to-table restaurants, restful cafes and special destinations worthy of exploring.

This is a great home for someone looking for a long term rental as it never feels like you are living in someone's personal home. The simple, modern decor is wonderful. The property was recently redecorated included: freshly painted throughout in a soft dove grey and white trim, refurbished original large plank hardwood floors everywhere, new sofas in Belgian flax linen, organic cotton sheets from Coyuchi and linen duvet bedcovers from Libeco Lagae (leading brands in organic and linen products), brand new luxurious Sealy posturepedic mattresses and much more!

HIGHLIGHTS.

* Located on a quiet corner lot among native trees and wandering deer
* 20 minute walk to charming downtown Mill Valley
* Stylishly decorated in mid century modern and Scandinavian decor
* Inspiring vintage treasures
* Upstairs loft with peaked ceiling + skylights overlooks main floor
* Many windows with flower boxes provide lots of natural light
* Galley kitchen stocked with dishware, appliances and cookbooks perfect for the budding chef
* Living area with comfortable linen sofa that converts to sleeper bed
* Over-sized designer pillows inspire lounging and reading books
* Double sink bathroom with separate shower and soaking bathtub
* Free wifi and unlimited Netflix shows and movies for adults and kids (no regular TV or cable channels though)
* Laundry room with full size washer, dryer and folding area
* Wrap around deck leads to lighted flagstone patio and fountain
* 6 foot fence for privacy around entire property and parking for 2 cars
* Lighted front and backyard with relaxing fountain

LAYOUT.

Upstairs: Open loft area (with relaxing chair for reading, desk for writing poems) and 1 master bedroom (with queen bed, lots of built in drawers and closet)

Main Floor: kitchen, dining area, living area (with sleeper sofa), 1 separate bedroom with full bed, 1 bathroom (with double sinks, shower and separate tub)

Basement Floor (accessible from deck and outside steps): laundry room and bins full of toys and books for kids to enjoy

Property manager

Yasmine McGrane
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Front Door w/Deck
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Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or outside on any of the property grounds. Damage damage will not be returned if smoking happens on property.
No shoes in house. All guests must remove shoes before entering home (adults, kids, visitors). We have a boot tray at the door for shoes.
Please no loud music, parties or events as our rental home is in a quiet, residential neighborhood and we have great relationships with our neighbors.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mill Valley

This vacation home is located in Almonte, a neighborhood in Mill Valley, and is in the mountains. California Academy of Sciences and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ferry Building and Berkeley Marina. 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

  • Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 4 min drive
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 5 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 9 min drive
  • Presidio of San Francisco - 11 min drive
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Good Earth Natural Foods - 3 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 19 min walk
  • West Coast Sourdough - 6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming little cottage in the woods
We loved it here and would come back. The house had everything we needed: good coffee, soaps, lotion, Kleenex, laundry detergent, a well stocked kitchen. My only beef was there was a situation with the laundry where it wouldn’t drain due to a blockage (that hopefully will be resolved for the next person). The owner was very responsive and came to fix/clean it up right away. The house was very clean except for some cobwebs on the vaulted ceiling and some dust. If you have kids, you may want to move some of the items to higher shelves so they don’t break though. My kids just couldn’t leave some of the decor alone but they are young. Loved the attention to detail and all the antique finds. The huge collection of old National Geographic magazines was fun to look through.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The property was great and communication was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith D., Bend, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quaint cottage
Old quaint cottage with lots of character. well supplied with everything you need. There are two bedrooms but only a downstairs bathroom. The stairs are very creaky so it's very loud going down them at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin in the woods
Great things to do and places to eat in nearby vicinity. We had a great hike in Muir woods, and a fun time with kids at Stinson Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage. Perfect location to explore the SF area.
Great place to stay and very convenient to Sausalito, Muir woods, and SF. Very clean and safe location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Yasmine McGrane

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Our family lives in the neighboring town Sausalito, California. I grew up in Montreal, Canada and my husband is from Sydney Australia. We have 2 children, Delphine age 5 and Finnegan age 8. For 10 years I had a thriving vintage French home and garden store in Mill Valley right on the downtown square called Maison Reve. The business has received national attention and now I run my business online so I can enjoy also being home with our children. You can see the style and more photos of this house on our website at Maison Reve. We also have another rental property in Sausalito #467609 for you to read reviews about our customer service. My intention is to provide relaxing getaway places for people to come and unwind, reconnect to themselves and nature, and enjoy the local treasures (little cafes, farm-to-table restaurants etc).

Why they chose this property

My mother is Suisse French and I have always been inspired by chalet homes. After working in San Francisco during the internet boom years of 1997-2001, I decided to find a home in charming Mill Valley that had a calming backdrop of nature. I fell in love with this place the minute I saw it. The natural lighting and open loft style is very inspiring.

What makes this property unique

This home has a Swedish simple zen feel to it. You can see greenery through all the skylights and large windows. The wrap around deck and patio garden are very private with deer often walking around the area.

Languages:

English

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