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Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees
Bayside cottage with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

San Rafael, CA
- Place, China Camp State Park13 min walk
- Place, Marin County Civic Center8 min drive
- Place, Golden Gate Bridge18 min drive
- Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees
This is a beautiful, 20-sided shingled cottage set on more than an acre of oak trees, with views of the San Francisco Bay through the trees. The property is gated with off-street parking. This unique guest house offers one bedroom with a queen bed, and a full size sofa bed in the living room. Windows in every room look out into the oaks, where you can see deer, squirrels, and occasional rabbits.
The cottage was built with the finest materials, including slate roof with copper gutters, bamboo and slate floors, granite counter tops, tumbled marble shower, and maple cabinets. A deck with glass railing encircles the entire house. There is a full kitchen with refrigerator, gas cook top, True convection oven, and dishwasher. Wireless high speed Internet and cable are included.
The Bay View Cottage is just 2 miles from charming downtown San Rafael, and about the same distance to mountain biking, hiking, and picnicking at China Camp State Park.
Don't feel like cooking? The neighborhood grocery store is about a 10 minute walk from the cottage, and their deli offers an extensive selection of salads, sandwiches and pizzas, as well as complete gourmet meals. The wine selection is incredible.
PLEASE NOTE: Guests have use of the hot tub, which is on the deck of the main house. You may use it most any time; just give us advance notice. We will close the blinds on that side of the house and you will have a sense of privacy and a view of the SF Bay.
The cottage was built with the finest materials, including slate roof with copper gutters, bamboo and slate floors, granite counter tops, tumbled marble shower, and maple cabinets. A deck with glass railing encircles the entire house. There is a full kitchen with refrigerator, gas cook top, True convection oven, and dishwasher. Wireless high speed Internet and cable are included.
The Bay View Cottage is just 2 miles from charming downtown San Rafael, and about the same distance to mountain biking, hiking, and picnicking at China Camp State Park.
Don't feel like cooking? The neighborhood grocery store is about a 10 minute walk from the cottage, and their deli offers an extensive selection of salads, sandwiches and pizzas, as well as complete gourmet meals. The wine selection is incredible.
PLEASE NOTE: Guests have use of the hot tub, which is on the deck of the main house. You may use it most any time; just give us advance notice. We will close the blinds on that side of the house and you will have a sense of privacy and a view of the SF Bay.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
San Rafael
Located near the beach, this cottage is in Bayside Acres, a neighbourhood in San Rafael. Golden Gate Bridge and Muir Woods National Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Book Passage and Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

San Rafael, CA
What's nearby
- China Camp State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
- Marin County Civic Center - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
- Golden Gate Bridge - 18 min drive - 22.8 km
- Golden Gate Park - 27 min drive - 33.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Glyka Sweets - 10 min drive
- Picante - 9 min drive
- Burger King - 9 min drive
- Mi Pueblo Food Center - 9 min drive
- Circle K - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
PATRICIA A.
6 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PATRICIA A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy W.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Visit to the area
Cathy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
10 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property!!
Robert M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
17 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CAN'T WAIT TO RETURN
Christine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen M., Brunswick, Maine USA
7 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect gateway to Mill, Sonoma & Napa valleys
Stephen M.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Petite S., Bay Area, Northern CA
28 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Clean and Comfortable
Petite S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrice B.
21 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Stay Ever
Patrice B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
Tim M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel G.
26 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon Bliss
Rachel G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rob K.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect secluded private getaway!
Rob K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hank F.
12 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hank F.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily C.
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emily C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jerry T.
2 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jerry T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diane O.
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and beautiful private guest house with views of SF Bay
Diane O.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and relaxing stay!!
Wendy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane A.
19 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"Treehouse" stay
Diane A.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dr. Sascha A. L.
14 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradies in Marin County: ein Kleinod in San Rafael
Dr. Sascha A. L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve O.
13 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity Haven
Steve O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd P.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Respite, to reconnect
Todd P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jaden H.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect tranquility
Jaden H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
regina g.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Getaway
regina g.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gretchen R.
31 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! This little house in the trees is a dream. We loved it.
Gretchen R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jan R., San Rafael, CA, USA
14 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
March '24
Jan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ellie G.
9 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway for 2
Ellie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Joe Dunn
Languages:
English, Spanish
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