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Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat

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Cottage perched on a hillside facing east
Morning Fog in the Bay
view from upper deck
Skylights and light wall in main room
Dinning Table in Main Room
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check out the area

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Mill Valley, CA
  • Popular LocationSweetwater Music Hall5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolden Gate National Recreation Area10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuir Woods National Monument13 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat

One-bedroom, 2 full bathroom cottage is an ultra-charming, craftsman style home with magnificent views of the San Francisco Bay. It offers a fully equipped kitchenette, a lovely living room, a comfy bedroom, a full sized bed sleeping loft, a library /TV room and an ethereal work space. Sip coffee or wine from one of the double decks. Stay in to enjoy the view and birdsong or head out for a Bay Area adventure. Mt. Tamalpais State Park trails for hiking and mountain biking are right out your back door. Sausalito, San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean, Muir Woods and the wine country offer some of the endless possibilities for day tripping. This is a place that is both relaxing and inspiring. A perfect writer's retreat (in fact, it was the winter home of a New York Times best-selling author) or for soulful restoration!

Property manager

Marianne
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Mountain view
Free WiFi
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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 31
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only
1-8 mo. considered / Pack ‘n Play crib available

Events

No events allowed
ONLY guests on lease are to stay overnight.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non cigarette smoking allowed outside on decks
Laundry: Access to W/D (gas)/soap available-extra
Cottage is NOT suitable for children. Infants (1
Pets are not allowed in the cottage without owner

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
Note from host: ONLY guests on lease are to stay overnight.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this cottage is in the city center. Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Muir Woods National Monument and San Francisco Bay. California Academy of Sciences and Bay Area Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. 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

  • Old Mill Park - 5 min drive
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 5 min drive
  • Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 10 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 26 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mamahuhu - 5 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 5 min drive
  • Le Marais Bakery - 6 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 15 min drive
  • Watershed Mill Valley - 6 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel G., West Kelowna, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Our Mill Valley stay exceeded our expectations. The property is larger than we thought and so convenient to hiking Mt. Tam and getting around the Bay Area. Owners are friendly and accomodating, yet respective of privacy. We would LOVE to return sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andre L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I could not ask for a more lovely property
Tremendous accommodations; lovely deck on 2 floors. Secluded but easily accessible. Deer etc abound. Quiet! Wonderful owner. A+
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and quiet stay in Mill Valley
High marks from us for our lovely stay in this cottage on the ridge above Mill Valley. Nicely furnished and equipped. Very convenient parking (sometimes a challenge in Mill Valley). Owner is friendly and helpful, but not intrusive. Easy access to everything in town, and location is close to the headlands and the state park, with lots of walking trails to explore.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I look forward to my stay in this wonderful garden house every year
A beautiful property full of flowers and authentic NorCal touches. Wonderful host. I sleep so well here! Can’t wait for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely retreat
This home is located in a beautiful area, up a winding road and among redwood trees and with an expansive view across the lush valley of the North SF Bay Area. It is quiet, extremely comfortable for relaxation and/or for "work from home", with added character from a spiral staircase, desk nook, loft, and redwood decks and with the convenience of parking and kitchen facilities, as well as 2 sleeping areas + 2 bathrooms. The owners, in a separate home on the property, are highly responsive, helpful and kind, whilst also respecting visitor privacy. One of my all-time favorite VRBOs!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marianne

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We have lived on Middle Ridge for over 40 years. The cottage was our home while we were building our main house on the same lot. Now the cottage is a rental. We have met so many wonderful people who have stayed there over the years. Everyone who has lived there has enjoyed the brilliant space.

Why they chose this property

Our Mt. Tam perch has the best weather and some of the best views in town. You can walk out the door and be on a mountain trail in minutes or drive a few miles and be in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

What makes this property unique

Our two level cottage is built on the Middle Ridge of Mt. Tam facing east. It has decks off of French doors on each level with dog gates to keep pets in or out. The downstairs bedroom is perfect place to tuck in for a dreamy night’s sleep – the morning light, birdsong and breezes will awaken you, unless you close the curtains. Walk up the spiral staircase to a great room flooded with natural light. This open area has a writing desk, kitchenette, napping loft, dinette and living room. In the adjacent room there is a library and a TV. Stay in, relax and enjoy the sweeping views or step out to experience any of the many adventures the Bay Area has to offer. Come and enjoy!

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