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Amazing Oceanside Cottage w Private Beach Lot

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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dining area
Outdoor dining
Room
Beach view
Beach

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

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Stinson Beach, CA
  • Place, Stinson Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Tamalpais State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Muir Woods National Monument
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Oceanside Cottage w Private Beach Lot

Blending the elemental beauty of Stinson Beach and a boundless source of year-around activities & sightseeing options, the location of this amazing cottage brings together the best of coastal living and inland recreational treats. All seasons covered here with plenty to do; or do absolutely nothing, but relax and enjoy watching the sun setting from your front deck. Two bedrooms, a practical kitchen & all the modern commodities provided. Stay at ease and enjoy. Enjoy an early morning swim in the Ocean or boogie board to your heart's content. There is a rental store at the end of our street with wet-suits and surf boards for rent if you are feeling adventurous. They can also provide surfing lessons. Welcome!

￭ Living Room / Dining Room
Open plan living/dining area boasts enchanting ocean views, a perfect starter to your culinary journey. The couch and a seating chair face the fireplace and the TV, whether you prefer some amusement or to quietly reflect on your day.

￭ Kitchen
Fully equipped, compact kitchen is ready for your gastronomic escapades should you decide to take them on.
The adjoined area with the living room has easy access to the deck.

￭ Bedrooms
One bedroom with a queen-size bed matches the relaxed style and comfort of this lovely cottage. Along with the regular commodities found in the room, the space has generous windows offering dazzling ocean views.
The second bedroom has two single beds, very cozy room offering a peaceful nights rest.

￭ Outdoors space
Absolute outdoors bliss with private roped-off beach lot, wind-protected porch, loungers, sun umbrella & BBQ. On the beach.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Steps onto private roped-off beach
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties - maximum occupancy enforced
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
One medium dog - not allowed on furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the house or on deck.
Do not move the furniture around or take any furniture outside. Absolutely no fires allowed on the beach or fire-pits on the deck.
no beach towels provided please bring your own. No extra travelers are allowed to stay at the property and or 100 USD per extra person
No gatherings outside on private beach area. No-one except occupants may use the toilet and shower. No parties of any kind are allowed. Ask owner.

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: Absolutely no parties - maximum occupancy enforced
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stinson Beach

Located in Stinson Beach, this cottage is on the beach. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Presidio of San Francisco and Ocean Beach. Stinson Beach Books and Book Passage 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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Stinson Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Stinson Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Red Rock Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bolinas Beach - 9 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 39 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mamahuhu - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Piazza D'Angelo - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Oceanside Cottage w Private Beach Lot pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Amazing Oceanside Cottage w Private Beach Lot?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Oceanside Cottage w Private Beach Lot?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Oceanside Cottage w Private Beach Lot located?

Nestled on the beach, this Stinson Beach cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Upton Beach, Stinson Beach and Stinson Beach Books. Mount Tamalpais State Park and Bolinas Lagoon Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

patricia f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay with the gorgeous, ocean view. The cottage is well equipped, and the premises are clean. We are planning another trip next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget P.

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

Gorgeous beachfront

Stinson is our magical spot and we were so happy to find a cute BEACHFRONT property that is reasonably priced, walking distance to town and dog friendly. We love the master bedroom- can watch the waves while cozied up in bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Great!!!

Great location, communication with the owner, fine and clean inside.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni Z.

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

Beautiful beach

Was beautiful weather, perfect location and the place was cozy
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

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

Best location for a beach vacation

My husband and I had our son and granddaughter staying with us. The access to the beach right out our door was so perfect for my sand loving, wave hopping preschooler!The kitchen was sufficient for our meals that were prepared as we went. It is within walking distance to downtown Stinson, where we enjoyed latte’s and treats. My son was able to crab fish right out our front door, and we were thrilled to be able to enjoy the fruit of his labor. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary w.

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

Amazing View

We had a really good time and would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magnus W.

We had a great stay! Absolutely wonderful to be right on the beach.

The property is practical and works well for a family of four. A nice deck to sit on and watch the activities on the beach. Close to stores and restaurants. We’ll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenn E.

Best Vacation Ever

We loved everything about our stay at this sweet beach house. It was perfect for our family of four and Angela was just as lovely as could be. Our two young sons were delighted to roll right out of the house on to the sand and my husband and I were in heaven every night falling asleep to the sound of the waves crashing. We are already talking about making reservations for next year. Thank you Angela! We'll be back soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sun, Sand, Surf & Serenity

My mother, sister, and I spent the weekend in this adorable cottage, which is directly ON the beach. The photo from the deck is not taken with some fancy photo lens. You step off the deck and you are ON the beach! We could not have asked for a more perfect setting. The front bedroom has an uninterrupted view of the ocean, and the back bedroom has a skylight making it light and bright. The living space was very comfortable and everything we needed was available. We were able to completely relax here and look forward to returning. Angela, the owner, was so kind and making the arrangements with her was effortless.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kurt A., Lodi

Only way to get closer to the water is to get wet!

Awesome, awesome, awesome location! The group of four of us returned after 3 nights last week - temperatures in the 70's, blue sky, absolutely beautiful! Lot's of time on the beach, frisbee throwing, picture taking, walking, etc. Porch was excellent - no matter the time of day. Hiked on Mt. Tam just behind the beach house. Couldn't have been a better location. Everything was great, will send the owner a couple suggestions that might help out, but would absolutely recommend this to anyone. Parking limited to 2 spaces (sorry Angela - and thanks!) We did eat at the Parkside Cafe - amazing food. A little pricey, but fresh, unique food.

10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

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

Beach Front Charmer

This delightful oceanfront cottage is all you need for a tranquil and rejuvenating vacation. You wake and sleep with the sound of the waves from the bedroom nook (comfy double bed). A high table by the window is where you eat your meals or read a book if you don’t dine on the ample deck. The view from all these places is mesmerizing. There is a large sofa and chair in the main room for reading or watching TV. The house is on stilts in the sand and is just steps to the sea. There is a charming second room with two single beds. We stayed here during a windy few days and the location of this cottage was a life saver - it’s protected from the wind and has a private area of sand in the front where you can lie out or play beach games far from anyone else. It is a truly magical place and we have already booked our next stay. Thank you, Angela!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Absolute perfection

Our stay at Stinson Beach was incredible. Angela is such a gracious host, even coming out to meet us when we arrived very late the first night. It was wonderful having a dedicated parking spot as space is much in demand and the neighbors are quite protective. The home itself is a dream. The master bedroom, living room, and kitchen look out over the ocean and I felt myself soaking up the peace the entire time we were in the house. It literally could not be more oceanfront- at high tide, the water comes up under the raised deck. The beach is beautiful and very walkable, and our little dog was in heaven running around and chasing the waves with all the other sweet doggies. There is a library, two restaurants, and a small but well-stocked grocery store within walking distance. San Francisco is about 25 minutes away and a Napa Valley about one hour, so very easy to make day trips. The only consideration I’d give is if someone has extreme vertigo/fear of heights or has mobility challenges. The road to the cottage snakes up and down narrow, winding mountain roads and to access the home itself, it’s necessary to walk about 20 feet across the sand and then up two short flights of wooden stairs (~ten steps). I couldn’t imagine a lovelier, more perfectly mismatched, comfortable beach house and I’m a little embarrassed to admit I cried when we had to leave. We very much hope to return, and have two friends who are already planning stays there based on our raving!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Jason M.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Stranded with Zero Communication

Check-in process was a nightmare. First there are contradicting processes. In one place is says check-in is at 3pm, in another place it says 3:30. Whatever, no big deal we played it safe (so we though), arrived at 3:30 and that’s when the problems began. Doors locked, no key given. Reached out to host via chat, no reply. Called host via number provided, no answer, left voicemail, no reply. Called VRBO directly who attempted to also reach out the host. Once again, no answer, no reply. We are now close to 5pm (that’s right, 1.5 hours later) my wife and I said, screw it and decide just to head home. I was actually already walking away from the property when I noticed there was someone in the adjacent unit. Oh look, it is the host just going about her day. I got her attention by yelling out “ARE YOU THE HOST?” at which point she came out of her unit and handed us the keys. No apologies, no offers to make things right, nothing. Just gave us the key and went back in her home. It’s only saving grace is the location. I would have loved to be able to use this place for a future beach trip but I don’t think I want to deal with the uncertainty of actually being able to get into the property. I am not sure if the host just got home around 5pm because I only reason I looked into her unit was because the lights on when there were no lights on earlier. If I didn’t happen to look back at the property as I was walking away we would have had to make the multi-hour drive home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage in a prime beachfront location. Everything we needed for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the beach and close to town. Lovely accommodations.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

kym w.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Let’s start with the definition of a COTTAGE. According to Google: A cottage is a small, simple house, usually located in the countryside or away from a city.With this said, the description of this is WAY OFF. A cottage it is not!!!! It is 2 rooms with no doors, a TINY bathroom which was reduced to put in a small kitchenette, a lot of stairs you have to pull all your luggage and ice chest up and down as well as drag all of your stuff a minimum of 20 yards through deep sand. This is NOT a cottage. It’s connected to the main residence which shares a wall so there is NO privacy for you or from the home owners. You can hear them all night. The couch, chairs, tables, night stands and bedding are all stained and very dirty to the eye. The bathroom shower is 3ft X 3ft square and if you weigh more than me (135) and 5’7 then you can’t turn in a circle without the shower door opening. And on that note, the shower door only opens 16 inches because it hits the sink and I had to turn sideways to get out. It also took 20 minutes to get hot water and yes, that is also shared with the homeowner. Don’t let the views be the reason to stay here. There is NO private beach. They rope off some property but when their family or guest are there, it’s all theirs. To say the area is loud is an understatement. This place is sandwiched between 2 large homes which are also rentals and very loud. Personally, all of the good remarks on this place have to be done by family members or friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly F.

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

vacation

The property is cute with the best views great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robin P.

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

Amazing beach view

We came to California from Texas to enjoy the beach and some amazing hikes. We loved everything about the area. To stay on the beach and have the beautiful state park within minutes of us was amazing. Although we were a little concerned how four of us would share one bathroom, it wasn’t a problem at all. We were so grateful to find a place within our budget actually on the beach. The only thing that would have made the stay even better would have been better communication from the host. The second night we were there the smoke detector started beeping. We messaged the host for assistance but got no response. Thankfully, it took the same batteries as the tv remote and we just swapped them out and all was good. Overall a wonderful stay in a nice little home in a great location. We had a great time. Hope to be able to come back again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Beautiful spot - very convenient.

We had a beautiful stay, it's so nice to sit on the deck and have such an uninterrupted view. You can easily walk to a really good bakery and a couple bars/restaurants. Kitchen and bath are very small but we were mostly so that did not matter - view from the Queen bed is outstanding. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

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

Beach house

Heaven right on tbe beach! The house is cute and comfortable. Our dogs were very happy. The owner is wonderful. I want to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

On the sand!!!!

Location location location. Small by cute and every square inch is utilized! Can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Location location location!!

Perfectly located for a friend getaway including my pup. Right on a dog friendly beach, it was convenient for daily walks to town for delicious treats. Hostess Angela was super responsive to an issue we had with the water heater and had it repaired the next day. I would love to return to this beachfront gateway
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Our stay at The Beach

First off, I would like to send some photos is that possible? It would put our stay a little more in perspective. In short not exactly what we anticipated.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

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

Incredible location - wonderful stay!

I have stayed in many properties over the years at Stinson Beach, and the location doesn’t get much better than this one. The view from the main bedroom is literally onto the surf breaking 30 yards away. Great little deck (on the beach). My son surfed right in front of the house and was “buzzed” by dolphins playing alongside him in the waves! Ideal for a family (2 adults, 2 kids), “small” inside but everything you need (including a log fire to snuggle up in front of in the evenings if the fog roles in). But who cares? You “live” on the beach and deck!!! Will definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

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

Beach Front White Water View

Lovely spot to relax in right on the beach, views of varied beach acivies: walking, surfing, kites, jogging — and for surfers, you are right there! Park Side Cafe has really upgraded, superb bakery, excellent chef. Breakers Cafe also very good. Bookstore and library close at hand, and Mt. Tam is just across thge street with world class coastal view trails and redwoods. Stinson Beacch Market is well-stocked — including fresh vegetables — and has friendly staff members.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Angela Rubin

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Our goal is to make you feel welcome and relaxed for your vacation. Whether you elect to play in the sun, try boogie boarding, hike mountain trails or enjoy taking time alone our house has what you need.
Decorations are European in style and the furniture is kid-friendly and very comfortable with designer touches everywhere. This is comfortable oceanfront living at its best with modern amenities where you can have a healthy day, a restful evening and a sound night's sleep.

Why they chose this property

When we discovered Stinson Beach we couldn't believe that such a lovely little town could remain so unspoiled. Although only 30 mins from Mill Valley it remains a refuge from the real world for all who come and stay. Owner is close by (next door) and available to answer questions or help to plan your outings. West Marin is such a special place and there's so much to do here, we feel very blessed to be able to share this amazing place.

What makes this property unique

Ocean Front - view the dolphins playing and hear the sound of the waves breaking while you lie in bed. Watch whales as they blow and surface. Enjoy all the unique benefits of being able to see the Ocean from your bed. There's nothing like watching the sunset over the Ocean or seeing the light change throughout the day. Truly a wonderful spot for relaxing and viewing nature's wonders.

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