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Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods

Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods

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Fireplace, ping pong, books, offices
Outdoor dining
Exterior
View from property
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Mill Valley, CA
  • Popular LocationGolden Gate National Recreation Area5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSweetwater Music Hall9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuir Woods National Monument10 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)48 min drive

Space details

sleeps 8
139 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 sofa bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 single bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods

Our 4bd/2ba home is the perfect space for big families, work groups. It is in a very quiet neighborhood, and we ask that you are respectful of our neighbors by being super quiet in the daytime, as well as at night. No parties, please! Almost half an acre of sunny lawns, forest, and a seasonal creek at the end of a quiet road will greet you. The smell of plum blossom, jasmine, and bay trees will calm you, and you will have complete privacy as no cars will drive by. This place inspires peaceful solitude and is an excellent retreat for serene gatherings. (Please note that our house includes a small entirely separate In-law unit downstairs under the living room, which is not included in the Vrbo listing.)

As you drive up our driveway to the end of the road, our home is on your right side. You walk up 15 stairs to our long outdoor deck, which allows you to bring the outside in.

There is a little separate building at the end of the driveway. It is just for our storage use.

As you enter the house, you will see a stone fireplace right in front of you, the great room has old natural pine paneled walls, an open floor plan, and mostly hardwood and tile floors. There are 2 comfortable coaches and a sofa close to the fireplace, a working desk and mobile chair, and another 2 coaches on the right side of the room. The dining area and newly renovated kitchen are on the left side of the fireplace.

Walk along the kitchen and you will find 4 bedrooms: one spacious bedroom with a brand new queen-sized bed (2023), one sweet trundle bed in the middle bedroom, a brand new queen-sized sofa bed in a separate room, which has bright light almost all day long, and one king-sized bed in the spacious master bedroom. Our 2 newly renovated full baths (2023) and 4 bedrooms are all on one level for easy accessibility (note there are 15 stairs from the parking area up to our front door). There is a very quiet in-law unit below the living room. Please keep the area in the living room, dining room, and kitchen quiet between 10 PM and 7 AM as a courtesy to the unit below.

We have parking for 1 car at the top of the driveway to the right and another space in the carport right next to it. No street parking as all the spaces there is private property.

This is a quiet area with no streetlights, so star gazing is excellent. Wildlife abounds and sightings of deer, raccoon, coyotes, and raptors are common.

Stroll in our backyard, discover the path to our sacred temple and access the incredible open space adjoining the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

Property manager

Tara & Rob

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Ping pong table
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Note from host: Each pet/ per stay is 100 dollars.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties, please
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Property Registration Number 079538

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Long term Possible
Long term possible. Serene Sanctuary in Mill Valley

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. California Academy of Sciences and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square. Travelling with kids? Make time for San Francisco Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Oracle Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, mountain climbing and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 5 min drive
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 9 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 10 min drive
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 17 min drive
  • Muir Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 31 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Good Earth Natural Foods - 4 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 4 min drive
  • Mamahuhu - 9 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 9 min drive
  • Le Marais Bakery - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods ?

As of 26 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods on 30 Apr 2024 start from AU$1,529.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF / Muir Woods located?

This family-friendly Mill Valley holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Mount Tamalpais State Park and Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Muir Beach and Muir Woods National Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet place.
Clean with comfortable beds. Came for family wedding and stayed here. Management very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
This home is perfectly located for availing oneself of all the great things to do in the SF Bay area. This is a warm and comfortable home to use as a base to explore SF, Sausalito, the Muir Redwood Forest and the gorgeous Marin coastline. The hosts were amazing. We appreciate the hospitality you provided and thank you for sharing this wonderful, warm and peaceful space for our base in exploring the area. We look forward to returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of Space in the Trees
Hard to find; definitely find it in daylight! But a beautiful spot in the trees. Lots of space. Recommend for a group of family or friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
My daughter was married in Mill Valley this weekend and family from the east coast came. Eight of us stayed in the four double bedrooms and shared all our time in the spacious yet cozy main room. We were minutes to Muir Woods and beach and also wine tasting as well as the wonderful wedding. This location showed our east coast relatives some of the best adventures in California !! Would definitely come to this friendly home again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect retreat in the woods
I can’t say enough about Tara. She is super responsive and acts on any question or request in minutes! The house is so comfortable and the living area is nicely set up for chatting in front of the fireplace. You see trees out every window and the property is very private. There is a tenant downstairs that is very friendly and quiet. And you are only minutes from restaurants and a great supermarket. Hiking is very close and only about 10 minutes from Muir Woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison W.

Elopement weekend
My family and I stayed here while I had an elopement. The listing was not very accurate as the home is NOT newly renovated. The microwave didn’t work, one of the toilets only flushed 50% of the time, the gas stoves struggled to light, and the ac did not work. The beds were very hard and uncomfortable and there is a tree that has begun to uproot in the driveway that makes it difficult to get up and down safely. There were minimal outlets and the host has multiple appliances plugged into one outlet which was causing them to all not work very well. It is a nice neighborhood but if your group makes any noise whatsoever I wouldn’t suggest staying here. Neighbors made noise complaints for us playing a card game outside at 2pm on a Saturday. We were all in bed by 9pm and somehow still made too much noise so the 10pm-7am quiet hours is a lie they actually expect silence 24/7. None of these would’ve been big issues except the price point is not reflected in the quality of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in Marin
Great place right near the woods. Clean comfortable home. Easy drive into Mill Valley downtown or into SF. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical hideaway
Came here with our adult children. Magical hideaway perfect for our taste, quiet, unassuming charm, away from hustle bustle areas but within minutes of San Fran Sausalito and other areas. Endless walks, wild turkeys, wild berries and plums. Amazing hosts quickly responding to communication, will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, Serene Nest Among the Trees
My friends and I were able to relax, make great meals, and catch up with each other in what we came to call our Magic Treehouse. Good beds, interesting books and objects, very peaceful and healthful place. Good fireplace! Well lit by nature in daytime and lamps at night. These hosts have thought of everything we might need. We look forward to gathering here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberta D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding stay
Great location, quiet neighborhood, easy access to highway, stores and restaurants. Single floor was great for our crawling grandson.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022