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Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage

Cottage in San Rafael with kitchen and furnished patio

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Fully equipped kitchen
Patio outside Cottage door with hot tub and bbq
Terrace/patio
Outdoor eating area
Bath w Granite Counters and Tub/Shower

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Rafael, CA
  • Place, San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage

Best Location- Cottage In the heart of San Rafael, Gerstle Park. Private, sunny, quiet, freestanding, remodeled cottage - 1 separate bedroom with door and brand new hybrid mattress. Sunny skylights, big windows with screens, and 4K Hi Def Smart TVs in LR and BD, bathroom with tub/shower, sliding glass door opening to fenced garden/patio w/4 outside dining areas, webber gas grill, and hot tub. Free unlimited street parking.

Cottage features a fully equipped kitchen with black granite/stainless, large fridge w/freezer, Saltillo tile, 2 ceiling fans, 2 large flatscreen cable smart Samsung TVs, sleeper (twin) sofa, work desk, dining table and chairs, high speed wireless internet inside and outside. Have 80+ 5 star reviews on rental sites.

Private entrance, Cozy and Cute! On corner with tree/sunset view and fenced private garden yard.

Marin County offers beaches, golf, hiking, and biking. Local scenery includes Mount Tam, and Muir Woods, sightseeing in Sausalito, Mill Valley and Tiburon, Wine country and much more. 4 minutes to 101 Freeway, 12 minutes to Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking outside either, period.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please strip bed linens and empty the trash only if you have time. It is not required but it’s helpful. Thanks!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
A pet may be permitted upon my approval. There is a $100 per pet additional fee due prior to or upon arrival.

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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR23-000012

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Rafael

Located in Gerstle Park, a neighbourhood in San Rafael, this cottage is near theme parks. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Gerstle Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dominican University of California - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pete's 881 Club - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Location! Quiet Garden Private Cottage located?

Located in Gerstle Park, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Mission San Rafael Arcangel and within 3 miles (5 km) of Dominican University of California and Kentfield Hospital. San Anselmo Town Hall and Marin Country Mart are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberto P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very cute cottage, great host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and ectremely well located. A perfect host!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage. Easily accessible. Lovely yard. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Eda for being a very gracious host. The cottage is perfect: conveniently located, quiet, immaculate, just the right size and fully appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful gardens
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffiny C.

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

Perfect luxe stay for our short time in the area!

This was a tidy, attractive, well appointed garden apartment which provided privacy- and shared space with Eda, the host. We enjoyed our visits with her, and appreciated her attention to detail in the cottage, and her friendly suggestions for things to do in the area! The veggie and herb garden was delightful, the hot tub dreamy...we'll have to return to have more fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a good stay here in the private cottage, which allowed us to explore both Point Reyes and also to travel into San Francisco. Eda is a friendly and welcoming host, and the check-in process was smooth and flexible. The property is clean and comfortable, we would recommend it to others. Look out for the hummingbirds outside, as visitors from the UK we enjoyed the novel spectacle of watching them in the garden!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Home away from home

We have stayed in a several Vrbo’s in the area and Eda’s is the best we have experienced. She is such a lovely woman, and even gifted us a bottle of bubbly to celebrate the arrival of our new granddaughter. We have finally found our home away from home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't have asked for a better host. And this location is perfect if you want to be right in between downtown SF and wine country. This is perfect for two people. The pull-out bed in the living area was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

Great location and amenities!

Very clean cottage with everything you need provided. Air conditioning and heating provided. Perfect size for me and my spouse. Very quiet neighborhood and walkable to the downtown, which we enjoyed going to restaurants, coffee shops & retail shops. Beautiful gardens and outside sitting area. Communication with owner was excellent. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

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

Great little place

WE loved the place
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

judith r.

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

Great location to visit North Bay.

Great weather so many outdoor activities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tina B., California

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

Great location

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Perfect!

This place is a perfect spot just over the bridge from San Francisco and close to Muir Woods which is a beautiful spot for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Eda was a fabulous hostess and made us feel right at home! She is a lovely person.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

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

great property

Excellent property with all the amenities and perfect location!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

California dreaming

Quiet, private and completely self-contained small guest house that shares the owner’s lovely backyard. As a solo traveler, it was a comfortable, cozy retreat to return to at the end of active days. Pleasant neighborhood, walkable to a market and other conveniences. The owner, who was lovely and accessible, put much thought into guest needs and comfort. Wonderful week’s stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome F.

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

Very cosy visit

Eda was a wonderful host and the place is very comfortable. It is also located in a neighbourhood in Marin, that is close to everything..great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

San Raphael stay

Clean Friendly Nice Neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith r.

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

Perfect location, best host.

The location is quiet, but close to so much. Eda is a kind thoughtful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

June E P.

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

Kindest Host Ever!

This is my second stay at this property. My host is so thoughtful, she made me feel like family. Quiet neighborhood, easy parking, excellent location. I plan to come again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

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

Quaint convenient place to stay in San Rafael

My husband, son, Moxie (our puppy) and I had a lovely stay at Eda’s cottage. Eda’s garden is a Mediterranean paradise.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B., Mertztown, PA

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

Just as pictured

Nice, quiet place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Great cottage

Cozy, has everything you could want. Eda was very accommodating in every way. The neighborhood is charming and close to town
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

No detail overlooked!

Immaculate, cozy, perfect location! Great spot to regroup, take a hot tub, relax. Easy to access San Francisco, East Bay, North Bay, and Pacific Coast. Eda was an attentive host, kind soul, and offered thoughtful tips for local restaurants, shopping, and necessities. Would love to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Perfect Place for Our Stay

The space is small but perfectly organized and utilized. The outdoor space is lovely and we made frequent use of the outdoor seating. We will definitely come back on our next trip to the Bay Area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Eda

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Why they chose this property

Walking distance to Downtown. San Rafael is so central, has great restaurants and shops and has events all year long. Visit the cityofsanrafael website for a list of events. Or go to
Downtownsanrafael.org for map a of town. The Mission and the Rafael Film Center (home of the Mill Valley Film Festival) are both here also!

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location - minutes to 101 freeway, transportation hub (bus, taxi, train) and everything! Central San Rafael in the middle of Marin County. 30 minutes or less to SF, Wine Country, Berkeley, Beach, Mountain/Hiking Trails, Golf, Muir Woods, Redwoods, Surfing, Fishing, and great Restaurants all around.

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