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ULTRA Comfy, Quiet, Private Perch
YOU'LL FEEL PAMPERED We've recently furnished this gorgeous home with new furniture & creative, international art. Large comfortable living rm with electric recliner, huge couch & 2-person bean bag! Two beds, each w/ their own bath! Less than 1 mile to downtown w/ fab restaurants, shops, wine bars & breweries. Not Child Friendly. Close to Hwy 101, SMART Train, San Anselmo, Fairfax, Corte Madera, Petaluma. Easy access to San Francisco & Wine Country! Two blks to historic trails for hiking.

Sunny House -Three Bedrooms
Escape to our charming Historic Airbnb with cozy queen beds, hardwood floors, a fireplace, and an open kitchen. Enjoy the luxury of towel warmers, off-street parking, and window air conditioning. Explore a variety of cuisines in nearby restaurants and shops, all within walking distance. Discover the best of Northern Ca just 28 miles from SF, the Wine Country, and a stunning coastline. Immerse yourself in the charm of our historic 1100 sq ft home. Book now and experience the best of the Bay Area!

Scenic Sequoia: A Chic California Hillside Retreat
Escape city life and head to the foothills of Mt. Tamalpais to experience awe-inspiring views from this 3-bed, 3-bath vacation rental in San Anselmo. The second you step in the door you’ll be greeted with an immaculately decorated home where you can spend evenings enjoying a meal prepared in the chef’s kitchen, or a glass of local wine inside with family or friends. At this elegant abode, it’s easy to feel secluded, but you can take comfort in knowing the Bay Area is just a stone’s throw away.

Beach House ~180° Views, Hot Tub, Curated Interior
A blissful coastal retreat with unparalled ocean views, the Ocean Parkway House is nestled on a secluded bluff over looking the Pacific. This unique 1960's Bolinas beach house is a spot to truly relax and unwind. Fully updated with a curated mix of vintage and modern furnishings - our cottage has a mid-century design sensibility with luxuries like Coyuchi towels, a chef's kitchen, Scandinavian fireplace, outdoor rain shower, cedar hot tub, and new heated stone loveseat on the upstairs deck.

Redwood Treehouse, Downtown Mill Valley
Majestic, secluded home in the redwoods yet just a few minutes walk to all the amenities of downtown Mill Valley. The home truly feels like a tree house amongst the giant redwoods of Mill Valley. Hike the world famous Dipsea Trail, enjoy the beauty of Old Mill Park, or simply stay at the house and soak in the natural hot tub surrounded by Redwoods. This place is truly special! Please note, access to the house requires a climb up roughly 200 stairs, if an issue, this is NOT the house for you.

Window to the Redwoods: Near Downtown & Muir Woods
Welcome to our redwood forest retreat in Mill Valley! Our inviting home features floor-to-ceiling windows and 5 large skylights with stunning views of the Redwoods, including several right outside the front door. The gas fireplace, Samsung Frame TV, and peaceful setting make it the perfect escape. Located just steps from the historic Dipsea Trail, it's only a 10-minute walk to the charming downtown Mill Valley and central to destinations like Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, SF and Napa/Sonoma.

Mill Valley Gem: Modern cozy w/Patio/Tesla Charger
Located in an ideal location in Mill Valley providing guests “the best of both worlds” including, easy pedestrian access to downtown Mill Valley and immediate access to a gorgeous natural environment filled with redwood groves, creeks, waterfalls, and hiking trails. 20-25 min drive from the Golden Gate Bridge adjacent neighborhoods including the Marina, Pacific Heights, NOPA, and Richmond District. The home is also ideally situated to enjoy Mt. Tam State Park, Muir Woods, and Stinson Beach.

Two Creeks Treehouse
Looking for a healthy dose of tranquility and adventure at your doorstep? Over 100 steps from the road below, this 'treehouse' is perched above it all and horizontally oriented on a steep lot between two creeks. The all glass façade creates dramatic views of the redwoods, Mt. Tam and across downtown Mill Valley to Blithedale Ridge. Anchored to granite the house sits on handmade stone walls from rock harvested on the property during construction in the 1960s. Truly a one of a kind stay.

A sophisticated Wine Country Cottage with Hot tub
Escape to Thornsberry Cottage, a luxe wine country retreat 5 mins from Sonoma Square. This unique property features two separate cottages, each with a private bed/bath, perfect for guests seeking privacy and togetherness. Enjoy vaulted ceilings, a large deck, a private hot tub, and a fire pit under ancient oaks. 5 minutes from the Sonoma Square, 3 minutes to the oldest wineries in California, or walk or bike to Gundlach Bundschu at the end of our road. Your serene getaway awaits!

Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining
Contact Host for longer term stays. 3 BR/ 2 BA furnished home in lovely quiet San Rafael neighborhood, between San Francisco & Sonoma/Napa. The home is located in San Rafael’s Sun Valley neighborhood - West End, on the border with San Anselmo, with magnificent canyon views from the living room, dining room and master bedroom. The entire rear of the house features an expansive deck with separate glass sliding doors from the living room, dining room and master bedroom.

Cheerful home in Heart of Marin County
Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room, with Hills view. Close to the Downtown San Rafael, San Anselmo, Ross and Fairfax. ( Whole foods, Trader Joe's , Safeway) get around taking bus or Ferry, Here is the Distance to nearest locations. SFO airport 29 miles OAK airport 30 miles Golden Gate Bridge 14 miles Muir Woods 10 miles Napa Valley 56 miles Point Reyes 19 miles Air-Conditioning is available for an extra charge starting on April 2022

Beautiful Waterfront Relaxation
Waterfront Marin County retreat with marina & canal views, private dock, kayaks, fire pit & BBQ - your San Rafael escape awaits. - Sleeps 8 | 3 bedrooms | 6 beds | 2 baths - Waterfront home w/ private dock, kayak & marina/canal views - Fire pit, BBQ grill & fully fenced private backyard - Indoor gas fireplace & 45" HDTV w/ Roku - Family-ready w/ crib, Pack 'n play, baby monitor & kids' dinnerware - Full kitchen, dedicated workspace & self check-in
Popular amenities for San Rafael house rentals
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Luxury home, heated spa tub, walk to restaurants

Sonoma Ranch, private pool on 7 acres!

Vineyard-House Escape in Sonoma Wine Country

Modern wine country stunner with pool & pickleball

Spectacular Stone Pool/Spa with Views; Near Plaza

Nice Wine Country Family Home

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Hillside Retreat

Large Charming Home Surrounded by a Vineyard
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Fully renovated private cul-de-sac home in Marin

Modern Escape with pool + hot tub, views of Mt Tam

Perched Paradise with Mt. Tam View

Sea Wolf Bungalow

The Guest House

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Private house rentals

Luxury San Rafael 3BR/3BA with Decks & Views

Elegant San Rafael Estate | Home & Private Patio

Beautiful Craftsman with Big Backyard and Hot Tub

Jewel On The Avenue

Spectacular Secluded Haven

Mill Valley Outpost - Upper Level

Storybook Cottage - Cascade Canyon

Charming 1 bedroom Treehouse Retreat in Redwoods
When is the best time to visit San Rafael?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ1,351 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,014 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,131 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,201 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,201 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,194 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,135 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,263 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,245 |
| Avg. temp | 10°C | 11°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 16°C | 13°C | 10°C |
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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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