Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat

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Cottage perched on a hillside facing east

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Mountain view

Explore the area

Mill Valley, CA

Sweetwater Music Hall5 min drive
Golden Gate National Recreation Area10 min drive
Muir Woods National Monument13 min drive
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

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!

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Marianne

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Mountain view

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

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

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

Note from host: ONLY guests on lease are to stay overnight.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this cottage is in the city centre. 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. Make sure you get close to 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
Mount Tamalpais State Park - 12 min drive
Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive

Getting around

Richmond Transit Center - 26 min drive
San Francisco International 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mt Tamalpais Dream Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Mill Valley, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Sweetwater Music Hall and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Mount Tamalpais State Park. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David S.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

We had a wonderful time, wish we could have stayed longer! We hope to come back again someday. Highly recommended.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

8 Mar 2024

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.

7 Dec 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

David G., Shorewood, WI

23 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mill Valley Get-away

Marianne was a phenomenal host who made our stay exceptional. The property was exactly as described and perfect all the way to smallest details. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a private stay near all that Mill Valley and Mt. Tam have to offer.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

1 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Redwood Sanctuary..

Hosts were very accessible and kind during the stay. Any item I had not packed or thought about needing during the week was provided when I looked ! The carriage house was comfy, lots of blankets, chairs books, games- all things relaxing. Tech was covered also, with TV’s, Wi-Fi etc. It’s difficult to put into words how ethereal the view was from the property and decks, more than I hoped for.. Suggest meeting grocery/ sundry needs prior to arrival, the Northern California hills are no joke if you come from flatter environments. Plenty of hiking and state park access. 5/5 for sure, home away from home. Deb

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marianne

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!