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Floating condo 'C' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay
Romantic floating condo with breathtaking water views. Relax & enjoy a tranquil escape in style and comfort. Catch the sunrise from your super comfie KING bed or lounge on the deck with occasional pelicans (or even a seaplane) coming and going. Unique and perfect for a getaway, workacation, or retreat. Golden Gate Bridge is 6 min away. Airport bus stops a block away. Walk/bike path to Sausalito & Mill Valley. Ferry/bus to SF. Free parking Read reviews of this or our 3 other floating condos!

Point Richmond Top Floor Studio with Bay views
Beautiful private top (3rd) floor Pt. Richmond Studio Apartment Amenities include: Beautiful views overlooking the SF Bay, Golden Gate and San Rafael bridges, and Mt Tamalpais. Enjoy the sunset sipping a glass of wine Queen bed , kitchen, HD TV, Wifi, frig, gas stove, oven, microwave, approx 430sf. Free ok-site parking. Safe area. 5 minute walk to downtown Pt. Richmond Centrally located: 15 min drive to Marin or Berkeley, 35 min to SF or Sausalito, and 1 hour to the wine country.

Valley View-Sonoma Mountain Terrace
Take your wine country tour to a new level with a visit to Sonoma Mountain Terrace, a unique agri-tourism stay on a luxurious, non-traditional dairy farm. Nestled in the foothills of wine country, Sonoma Mountain provides a farm experience like none other, with the opportunity to feed a baby calf, observe milking our elite show cows, or just enjoy "being unplugged." Take a stroll through our extensive gardens, or enjoy million-dollar sunsets each night overlooking Petaluma & Rohnert Park.

Mount Tamalpais View — the Heart of Marin County
Stunning views of Mount Tamalpais off the deck. Modern appliances, quartz counters and oak hardwood floors. Large windows and french doors allow year round sun. Enjoy hiking and mountain biking at trailheads just a short walk or ride down the road. Make the drive to West Marin and the Wine Country. A cozy lounging space to work remotely, watch movies and local TV or write/create/dream in a space that inspires with sunlight and views. Stroll downtown for music, dining and the Rafael Theatre.

Modern, comfortable Apartment, in a great location
This modern Apartment in the hills of San Rafael is a total gem. If the spacious and well equipped modern kitchen doesn't sell you. Then the super comfortable bed will. With its own private and enclosed garden space. This clean and modern airbnb is super comfortable. There are shared access to washing facilities. This is a very quiet neighborhood apartment, but only a 10 minute walk away from downtown San Rafael. 25 minutes from San Francisco and Sonoma too. We do live above.

Marin Edwardian Mansion w/ San Francisco Bay Views
This is an historic 100+ year old Edwardian that has been completely renovated. You will be staying in your own private penthouse flat on the top floor of this Edwardian Mansion on a private estate with bay views and only 13 minutes away from San Francisco and 45 minutes away from Napa wine country. From the living room you can see the bay outside the 14' panoramic window. There are also chickens on this property so you may even get some fresh organic eggs in the morning.

Hot Tub, Bright, Modern, steps to downtown
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located home. This one bedroom, one bathroom apartment, feels like a private home. Recently remodeled with a large yard for your private use. Grassy area for playing soccer, large driveway with basketball hoop, gas grill, outdoor seating and dining areas, and an inviting hot tub. Inside we have a full kitchen with everything for your culinary needs. Old style, wood burning stove, large TV, cozy couch and dining table.

Mid-Century Luxury – Close to SF, Napa, Sonoma
Central Location for Marin, San Francisco, Sonoma, and Napa. A "Perfect retreat" for romantic getaways, vacations, or business trips. Experience serenity and luxury in this unique and beautiful suite. Enjoy a spa-inspired bathroom, chef’s kitchen, premium bedding, two 65” 4K TVs, LED fireplaces, and a work area. Just 20 mins from SF and Wine Country, near Sleepy Hollow, Mt. Tam, Sausalito, Mill Valley, Tiburon, and Stinson Beach.

Writer's retreat near downtown San Rafael
Roomy, private, comfortable apartment with separate living area and laundry. Walk to downtown San Rafael, Dominican University and local/regional transportation. Grab a ferry to San Francisco or direct to a Giants or Warriors game. Hop on 101 to Napa/Sonoma. Head to Muir Woods and the beaches—all less than 45 minutes away. Ideal for one person (will consider two on request, if sharing bed). Great for short- or longer-term stays.

Quiet Studio offers best of both worlds: SF & Napa
Come relax in a peaceful, 2-story studio midway between San Francisco & wine country. Enjoy your private kitchen & deck, as you take in the serene, woodsy neighborhood. This comfy studio has its own entrance. There's a flight of stairs between the main studio & bathroom on ground floor. Enjoy nearby hiking/biking trails & scenic drives to Pt. Reyes, SF & wine country. So many choices from this ideal location!

Sophisticated Carriage House 1 Bdrm
Historic Carriage House was completely renovated so that we could live there in comfort and privacy while updating our main home. High pressure European Hans Grohe Shower is exceptional. Private deck screened by bamboo. 5 STAR Garden & Location. Please note that Marin County and Mill Valley have a 12% occupancy tax which we collect directly since Airbnb does not handle this. Thank you.

Private Studio in Lovely Neighborhood
Discover a cozy, upper-level studio in the serene Waterfront Neighborhood of Hercules. This 445 sq. ft. detached unit offers a private entrance, a functional kitchen, and a full bathroom. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and enjoy some downtime with an HDTV featuring Netflix and Hulu. Perfect for solo travelers or couples, this space provides a simple and relaxed home away from home.
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ459 | ﺩ.ﺇ488 | ﺩ.ﺇ492 | ﺩ.ﺇ514 | ﺩ.ﺇ544 | ﺩ.ﺇ529 | ﺩ.ﺇ540 | ﺩ.ﺇ562 | ﺩ.ﺇ503 | ﺩ.ﺇ496 | ﺩ.ﺇ496 | ﺩ.ﺇ533 |
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San Rafael vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ184 per night before taxes and fees

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60 of San Rafael vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
San Rafael stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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