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Ocean Front / Beach Front Castle House at Stinson Beach

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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The Castle House is set completely on the sand with a roped off area in front
The large deck has views north, south and west.
The rope off beach area is off the deck steps in the Summer time.
View north
Living room and dining area with uninterrupted views of the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5119.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front / Beach Front Castle House at Stinson Beach

Enjoy FULL views of the sunrise and sunset from the dining room, living room and large deck. Step down from the deck to the beach for a leisurely walk or build your own sand castle at the foot of the 'Castle House.' Relax or BBQ at the large deck. Walk to the Stinson Village shops and restaurants and never get into your car until it is time to go home!

The Castle House has two bedrooms (with queen-size beds) and two recently remodeled baths. The bedrooms have views of the beach and the ocean and are located at the front and rear of the house. They have wall to wall new carpets. There is a fully equipped and recently remodeled kitchen, a large deck and a large covered porch with outdoor furniture. It is a comfortable, well kept and very nicely furnished home. The living room has a turret (as in a castle!) with a circular sofa and embraces the complete view of the beach and ocean, from the north end of Stinson-Bolinas to the southern tip. There is parking for two cars.
In the Summer time we rent full weeks with shorter stays in between full week rentals. During holidays (including school holidays) we rent 3 to 4 days min, depending on the holiday with shorter stays based on approval and availability.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 small dog with pet security deposit and $60 fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or outside the property.
Contact the owner for Guest's Instructions.
Inflatable beds / specialty beds are only allowed with written approval from owner. There is a charge of $150 + for moving furniture back into place

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Stinson Beach

Located in Stinson Beach, this holiday home 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 - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Red Rock Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 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) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mamahuhu - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Piazza D'Angelo - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front / Beach Front Castle House at Stinson Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front / Beach Front Castle House at Stinson Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front / Beach Front Castle House at Stinson Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front / Beach Front Castle House at Stinson Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Stinson Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Upton Beach and Stinson Beach Books. Stinson Beach and Mount Tamalpais State Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 134 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Castle House. Only negative was that the windows do not open to allow fresh air in. The kitchen was well stocked for the 2 of us and the location was perfect for us and our dog.
Relaxing in the warmth of my favorite throw at sunset!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property on the beach with lots of windows. We really enjoyed looking out to the beach and watching the waves during the cold parts of the day and sitting on the steps with toes in the sand during the sunshine. Kids loved playing with the provided sand toys. Really enjoyable experience and very responsive owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew W.

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

Grandma’s 90th

Perfect location, fun and funky little castle. We return every summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra T.

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

very well maintained - great location

Thank you Elida for a wonderful beach experience. Perfect for the four of us. Well maintained kitchen, rooms at opposite ends, living room and dining room all looking at the waves. Very special place - we are looking forward to another trip here next year💕
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Steve W.

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

location, location,location!

Good communication with owner.House is vintage .Location is superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

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

Wonderful

The Castle house is amazing and magical, a great home to spend your time relaxing. Location can’t be beat. I will come as often as it is possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darice B.

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

A week at Stinson

Fabulously located on the beach with expansive views from South to North. Easy parking and access to the house. Cozy and elegant. Unparalleled. We can’t wait to book it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon k.

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

New Found Peace at Castle House

The house is perfectly situated at the end of a small road and adjacent to the beach. It is a quietly beautiful place with an uninterrupted view and a deck perfectly situated to watch sunrise and sunset as well as all the locals who bring their wonderful dogs to play in the sand and water! The house itself is clean and comfortable with an endless supply of windows for ocean views! You won't be sorry you spent your time at Castle House!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

A Comfy House in a Royal Location

We loved our mini-vacation close to home in this nice home. It is well furnished and easy to warm up at night with a pellet stove. The only problems were an erratic electric stove (maybe because we are used to gas) and it really needs some decent outdoor furniture instead of the broken down plastic pieces there presently. We have visited Stinson Beach every year for twenty years and staying at the castle was a dream of my kids. We especially loved the reading nook in the turret!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Great stay on the sand . . .

We had a very enjoyable stay. Elida was very accommodating, especially after my daughter became ill and we needed to change dates. The property is located right on the sand with a big deck and plenty of seating and the kitchen is well equipped. Beds were comfortable and there's a nice dining and living area with windows out to the water. It's great to sleep to sound of the waves. Only negative is the 10 am check-out, especially for the price. We understand the need to have cleaners come in to prep for next stay but think there's plenty of time with a 11 am or 12 pm checkout - so we can have breakfast and enjoy the morning before packing to go. But overall, this is a great property and we'd happily return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie F.

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

Outstanding!

This house is truly stunning, it touched our souls and will always remain in our hearts! Elida was the perfect host and had everything so dialed in that we barely needed to contact her. My husband, 17 yr old daughter and small dog had the week of our lives. We over packed not realizing just how well this house was stocked. Easy walking distance to the cafes. We spent most of our time on the beautiful deck people and dog watching. The weekends were very busy but during the week the activity slowed down. We saw more wagging tails than we could count. Our Chihuahua thought she was Queen of the castle! We are hoping to come back next year if Elida will have us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous beach front location. Enjoyed every day even when the weather added some rain to our stay, we were still enjoying the ocean waves from the turret couch.Look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle House is fantastic! Perfect beachfront house with everything you need for a memorable stay at Stinson Beach. Owner was great and made sure we had a great stay at her home. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The castle house is very magical if you want a great house right on the beach, it has everything you need. Step out on the sand or just observe from the beautiful covered deck. Great beds, sleep to the sound of the waves. Elida is the most excellent host. I’ll be back as often as it is possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic beach front castle that had everything we were hoping for. Comfortable, clean, and nothing between you and the waves other than sand. We were celebrating a birthday and I wanted a place that would be easy for my dad to get around now that he uses a walker, this place was perfect for that. Because of the deck, he was also able to feel like he was on the beach without having to traverse the sand. We hope to be back soon! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aileen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Other than windows not opening and no screens on the doors, which can make it stuffy and stagnant inside, its absolutely wonderful. I feel blessed to have been able to experience The Castle House.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danae R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very special in so many ways. Perfect home if you want to experience being right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home on the beach with all you need to enjoy the sand and water.Access to restaurants and trailhead to Dipsea and Muir Woods. This was a perfect getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Second Stay at the White Castle

We enjoyed our recent stay even more than the last one. Beautiful weather and fewer beach goers. If you love dogs this house is perfectly situated - dogs are allowed off leash, so many different breeds. The house is roomy enough for the four of us plus toddler, it’s very clean and comfortably furnished. We greatly appreciated the call from the homeowner advising us of the tsunami warning. We’ll be back!
From the front deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property right on the beach - plenty of people and dog watching during the day, solitude early morning and evening. Lots of fun for the grandparents, parents and toddler. The place is well equipped for a several day stay and quite charming as well. Easy walk to the tiny town for provisions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

The Castle House

It’s such a great spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison f.

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

Stinson get away

It was wonderful! I will look forward to staying there in the future, ,many thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

carrie l.

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

Our stay

Was a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Family get away

This was a perfect place for a quiet family getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V.

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

Another great memory filled time

2nd time staying here it's a wonderful spot and i will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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