Hillside oasis btwn SF and Napa, big views & pool

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March 2025

April 2025

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

Explore the area

San Rafael, CA

Marin Country Mart
‪6 min drive‬
Larkspur Ferry Terminal
‪6 min drive‬
San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
‪8 min drive‬
Sausalito, CA (JMC-Commodore Center Heliport)
‪11 min drive‬

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Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
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for 1 apartment

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

About this property

Welcome to your retreat! Drive through the gate to a peaceful secluded setting. Watch the sunset from your private deck in the hills above San Rafael. Like a treehouse but with no stairs! Stay home all day (guests love the bed!) or visit the adorable towns and famous hikes of Marin.

Centrally located between Napa, Sonoma and San Francisco so you can experience the best of the Bay from here. Great single-story place for recovering from medical care - close to Greenbrae Surgery Center, Marin Health Hospital, and UCSF Parnassus Hospital.

Separate building from main house. TV: Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, live sports, more+!

We are new to VRBO but experienced hosts. Excited to expand here!

Dedicated parking space for one (1) car. Street parking is also available.

The pool with a view is heated May - September.

500 sqft 1-bedroom single-story guest house:
• Sunset treetop views high above the twinkling lights of San Rafael
• Saltwater Pool with a view (May - September)
• Private entrance + separate building = very private space
• Dedicated parking
• Centrally located in Marin, just 5 mins from the 101 freeway
• Also accessible to San Francisco, Sonoma, Napa

3 guests maximum, including children. The Casita is ideal for:
- solo traveler (1 adult)
- couple (2 adults)
- small family (2 adults + 1 child using the crib or air mattress)
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LIVING ROOM
Open floor plan. Counter space for food prep. Table for two doubles as a work from home office.
• Smart lock entry
• Fast wi-fi
• TV with Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Nat Geo, Marvel, Star Wars, premium sports, cable, & live tv

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KITCHEN
• 2-burner electric stove and microwave
• Refrigerator and freezer
• Toaster, coffee maker, kettle, rice cooker
• Cookware pots, pans, storage containers
• Dinnerware, silverware for 4 people
• Coffee, tea, sugar, creamer
• Basic spices, olive oil, paper towels
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BATHROOM
• Complimentary shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hand soap
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BEDROOM
• Sliding door leads to your private deck
• View of the city through the trees
• Portable fan
• Washer & dryer
• Iron & ironing board
• Optional twin air mattress with foam mattress topper, mattress pad, sheets, blanket, and pillow
• Optional crib/pack-n-play
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POOL
• Large saltwater pool is solar heated May through September. 5ft max depth.
• Pool towels
• Pool toys
• Stairs from the Casita to the pool
• Only shared with our family
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HEAT & AIR
• Bay breezes and shade from the trees usually provide constant coolness to the Casita, but if it's not enough, there is are portable fans
• Central heating (no a/c)
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FAQs

ARE PARTIES ALLOWED?
No. Only registered guests are allowed on the property - parties are not allowed.

EARLY CHECK-IN?
Early check-in may be available. Please let us know if that is of interest.

DO YOU HAVE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING?
Yes, we have a Blink EV charger that you may use for an additional cost. For a Tesla, you’ll need the adapter. Alternatively, there are many EV charging stations nearby.

HOW FAR IS THE CASITA TO...
• San Francisco (Golden Gate Bridge): 15 min
• San Rafael (downtown): 8 min
• Larkspur Ferry Terminal with ferries to San Francisco: 7 min
• Marin Health Medical Center hospital: 9 min
• Greenbrae Surgery Center: 7 min
• UCSF Parnassus Medical: 25 mins
• San Anselmo: 10 min
• Sausalito: 20 min
• Mill Valley: 25 min
• Muir Woods: 35 min
• Stinson Beach: 40 min
• Sonoma: 35 min
• Napa: 45 min
• San Francisco (downtown) / Moscone Center: 40 min drive or take the ferry!

NOTE:
If you are coming to California for gender-affirming care or abortion care, please ask about a discount on your stay and a post-op care package. We would be happy to help.

You belong here! We welcome every guest—of any race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age—with respect, and without judgment or bias. We are 100% committed to inclusivity and to you feeling great about your time here.

During your stay at this guesthouse, you'll be close to Marin Country Mart. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool and concierge services.

Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Services include a concierge
7 minutes by car from San Francisco Bay and 6 minutes from Marin Country Mart

As a guest of Hillside oasis btwn SF and Napa, big views & pool, you'll find an outdoor pool, a garden, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

This San Rafael guest house is smoke free.

Property manager

Melodie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

Books
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Stereo

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Beach towels
Garden
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
No lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

Private pool
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

More

Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Composting
Dryer
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Recycling
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are welcome
Maximum 1 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property Registration Number 083072