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Outdoor Living Room/Deck
Covered outdoor living area looking toward the infinity edge pool
Living Room opens to the large deck and outdoor dining area
Mountain View from the deck
Bedroom with morning sun and french doors that open to wraparound deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Fairfax, CA
  • Dominican University of California
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Marin County Civic Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Muir Woods National Monument
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Mountain View Retreat

Exclusive garden level retreat in the peaceful coastal hills of Marin County. Private entry French doors open to expansive decks, magnificent views, large infinity pool, hot tub, steam shower & gas barbecue grill. 2 Flat-screen cable TV's, with premium channels, (living room & bedroom). High-speed Wi-Fi internet throughout. Central location for easy access to San Francisco, Sonoma/Napa wine country, Pacific Coast beaches, spectacular Redwood forests, and endless miles of hiking & biking trails.

"Mountain View Retreat" and everything shown in the photos, including the pool, hot tub, and the expansive decks, are all located on the lower garden level of a two story home. Guests will have exclusive access to everything described and seen in the photos. The retreat is for your use alone during your stay. The upper level "main house" is owner occupied but has been closed off from the lower level to provide maximum privacy.

The bedroom has a luxuriously comfortable king size bed with soft high thread count linens. The galley kitchen is well appointed with all new Keurig coffee maker, microwave oven, four burner gas range, a small refrigerator/freezer, blender, toaster and a range of cookware, utensils, cups and glassware. Coffee, tea and a few basics are also provided. There are also plenty of fresh towels including large beach towels for the pool.

Please note: there is a short set of stairs that take you to your front door, so wheelchair access is not available.

Property manager

Vicki
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Fairfax

Fairfax is home to this holiday home. Muir Woods National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Point Reyes National Seashore. Book Passage and Nicasio Valley Cheese Company are also worth visiting.
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Fairfax, CA

What's nearby

  • Fairfax Pavillion - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Dominican University of California - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 27 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 24 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fairfax Coffee Roastery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Splitrock Tap & Wheel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Lodge - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mountain View Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mountain View Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain View Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain View Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain View Retreat located?

Situated in Fairfax, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Fairfax Pavillion, Fairfax Library and Marin Museum of Bicycling. San Anselmo Memorial Park and American Legion Log Cabin are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

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

Lovely stay!

This location in Fairfax was a truly remarkable oasis. My husband and I enjoyed soaking in the sunshine and long evening chats in the hot tub while star gazing. Lovely, clean space for a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena L.

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

Beautiful property in amazing location

We had a lovely stay. Very spacious outside, great pool and hot tub. Beautiful view of Mt. Tam. Walking distance to downtown Fairfax. Can definitely recommend and would love to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

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

Amber

This place was great.. out of the city and less than an hour to wine country. Shops and restaurants in town were great too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold B.

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

Mountain Hideaway

We love this property and will stay here over and over. So beautiful and in a perfect location close to small towns, nature walks and good food.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan g.

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

Wonderful rental

Very much enjoyed our week in this rental. Everything was just as advertised. This is definitely a mountain location—a steep road up but it was manageable and the view was worth it. Fairfax is a great little town to stay in. Awesome shower, good mattress. Love that there was a real coffee maker along with the keurig. Kitchen had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Len S.

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

Fair Fax

Great pool
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Quiet Paradise

Vicki was a fantastic host and her property (and the surrounding area) is just as beautiful as the pictures. Highly recommend staying at the mountain view retreat, whether just for rest and relaxation by the pool while taking in the mountain views or as a home base for your Marin County, wine country, or even SF centric activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collins A.

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

Great place to rekax

Wonderful property with a great view, hot tub and pool. Just a close jaunt down the hill to get to Fairfax.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack A.

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

Absolutely Stellar

Everything about this place was just perfect. The view the pool, the Jacuzzi, the steam bath, everything. It was absolutely so clean and well stocked with everything from spices to little snacks, a beautiful table setting, every bit of equipment we could possibly want, super comfy bed and couch. The home itself is so well built and well designed, with stunning views over the valley. Vicky was easy to reach and prompt with her responses. I can’t think of enough nice things to say about this place. Maybe of the more than 100 vacation rentals that we’ve been in over the last five or seven years, this was the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C., Phoenix, Arizona

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

Stop off in Fairfax

We stayed 4 nights in September. The property is beautiful with a wonderful view and great amenities. Would stay again, if the chance ever arises.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harold B.

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

AMAZING

Loved everything about this oasis. It was perfect for us and so very comfortable. Vicki is a wonderful and kind host. We would highly recommend this property - just don't take our dates!!!! Happy Trails, Sandra & Harold
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

Beautiful property in Fairfax

This garden apartment has plenty of room to stretch out and such beautiful views from the deck. The property manager could not be more pleasant or more helpful. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Great Stay

Amazing location and quiet! Close enough to San Francisco (about 45 minute drive) to enjoy the sites during the day and enjoy a quiet evening/night away from the hustle and bustle. Relaxing in the hot tub and the shower/sauna at the end of the day was amazing! Vicki was very attentive to any questions we had prior and during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Granger, IN

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

Beautiful views/great location

Beautiful view, very close to town. Great location!!! Road is a bit tricky to get up to house, definitely need to go slow and pay attention for oncoming cars. Host was great, really didn’t require much while there since we were doing a lot of sightseeing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed V.

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

Very nice property and views

We enjoyed our stay at the Mountain View Retreat. FYI it's on and up a Mountain so be prepared for a short up hill drive. The directions were good, the check in process okay. The more you do the drive and entry the easier it will become. Getting there with the use of a personal (spouse) co-pilot will really help. Upon arriving you will have a private lower-level unit to yourself with a beautiful view, large patio setup with grill, pool (too cold and rainy for our stay), wonderful hot tub, comfy bed, large shower and 2 tv's. Kitchen was adequate for two people with enough plates, silverware and glasses. Stove/oven, microwave, toaster oven included but with a smaller half size fridge. No dishwasher but it was relaxing to hand wash our dishes. Would stay again especially if you wanted to hunker down and unwind for a few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate G.

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

Mountain View

We loved staying in Vicki’s home. She is so welcoming. Her pool apartment is lovely. The bed was super comfortable, the kitchen well appointed and the outdoor seating was so relaxing.We sat outside each morning having our coffee taking in the beautiful view and watching the hummingbirds. Very quiet space. We will surely visit again! Mary Kate & Marshall
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Marin Paradise

We had an amazing stay at Vicki’s. Communication was easy. The location is perfect: Fairfax is a sweet town, close to Point Reyes, Bolinas and other Marin highlights. SF is only 40 minutes away. The apartment was very pleasant, bed extremely comfortable. Deck with bbq delightful. And the view over the pool fabulous. We very much hope to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Breathtaking

Super chill 😎
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna P.

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

Magical retreat in the hills

This spot is a complete gem. The grounds are immaculate, peaceful and designed so you can just relax and be still. Yet, the town center is a mere 15 minute walk and has lots of wonderful restaurants, charming shops and an incredible coffee shop. Within 30 minutes you can be hiking among the redwoods or hanging out in Berkeley/Oakland area. We would absolutely come back again. The space, amenities and location make this one of the best rentals we've ever stayed at. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen R.

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

One with Nature

Absolutely loved our stay in Mt. View retreat. A private sanctuary with an infinity pool that looks down into the valley below and across the mountian. Hummingbirds flutter around the lovely gardens. Inside you will find attention to detail in regard to design and decor. Comfortable bed, well equiped kitchen, greeted with snacks! Close to San Fran, Sasalito, Muir Woods. IInThwonderful large covered deck
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget F., Oakland, USA

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

Great Place to Relax

We came out here from the East Bay for a low-key weekend trip. We swam every day and stargazed in the hot tub every night. Saw the tail end of the Perseids shower and a meteor so low we thought it might actually touch down. Hard to find a place with a mix of excellent food 5 minutes from vibrant wildlife but Fairfax has got it. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

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

Amazing view. Was perfect for us.

We had four nights at Mountain View Retreat. The property was in a great location with great proximity to all the places we wanted to go. Beaches, town and Sonoma. The bed was very comfortable and the steam shower was amazing. The best part of the property was the outdoor area and the pool; the views where spectacular. The neighbors were very quiet. Vicki was easy to communicate with and responsive. The road to the house was challenging, but we got used to it!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

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

As beautiful as the pictures

We had the best time at the Mountain Retreat! The pool and view from it is just stunning, and the porch is perfect for an afternoon charcuterie board. As others have mentioned, it's a windy and narrow way up! However, the drivers are quite cautious and my husband and I felt comfortable enough walking down into town along the road.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

dyrk. and kimberly d., Medford, usa

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

Wonderful Secluded Space for Romantic Getaway

We had a wonderful time at Vics property! The place was beautiful and in the most beautiful setting. I wish we could have used the pool, but was too cold. Loved the coziness of the space, the steam shower was amazing, the jacuzzi under the stars, impeccable landscaping and the cute little family of raccoons who visited every night! BUT, what I appreciated the most was how warm, accommodating, and quick to respond Vic was. We will definitely try to get back to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S., Seattle, WA

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

Amazing view and nice amenities

We have stayed at several rentals in Fairfax and this is our favorite. It is the downstairs level of a larger house and the upstairs is also available for rent, but the owner doesn't rent both at the same time, so you never have to share the amazing deck, hot tub and pool with other guests. Downstairs is nice because you can walk right out onto the big deck and enjoy the hot tub. There is even deck access directly from the bathroom so you can go between the shower and hot tub without dripping water everywhere. We didn't try the pool because the water was too cold to use in the winter. Inside, it has everything you need, including a well-stocked kitchen. The location is close to downtown Fairfax but I would be scared to walk down the narrow winding road into town. Overall, a great place for couples to stay when visiting Fairfax.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

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