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All inclusive , private apartment in magical bayside area.

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This is our wetlands to the south of our rental property. A great walk to be had
Classic view of the bay and wetlands on walk to Andy's Market.
Our beach on a moody day.which you can walk to
"Welcome"
Welcome to our rental.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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san rafael, CA
  • Dominican University of California
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marin County Civic Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Rafael, CA (SRF)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

All inclusive , private apartment in magical bayside area.

Our first floor guest suite is approximately 500 square feet with a large bedroom and newly redone bathroom. The bathroom has a shower and is equipped with all of the necessary supplies that travelers need. We supply a hair dryer, organic shampoo and conditioner and soap. The bedroom has a walk in closet with a supply of hangers and a small chest to put your folded items. The bed is a queen size bed and we supply the linens and towels. We like high count sheets for a comfortable sleep. Added blankets and pillows are also provided.
There is a sitting room off of the bedroom that also a joins a kitchenette that is fully supplied with a small fridge, hotplate, microwave and toaster oven as well as a convection oven.
There is a coffee maker and electric kettle for tea or cocoa. If it is one cup you want, we have a Keurig coffee maker as well. Plates and cutlery are supplied as well plus bowls for preparation of your meals.
There are staples such as spices, sugar, salt and pepper as well as coffee and filters and a good assortment of teas
We have an ironing board and iron in the closet and in the bedroom we have a smart television for streaming your favorite shows.
Outside, we have a lovely fountain if you so choose to have it on. Our garden is for you to enjoy sitting and reading or just having your morning coffee.
Since we live near to the areas of Glenwood, Loch Lomand, and Peacock Gap, we have hosted many family members that are visiting their children and grandchildren. They enjoy the proximity to their family members and to these neighborhoods but yet return and recuperate from all the family gatherings. A plus for us is the many returning guests. We always look forward to seeing our guests again and again. We also like to think of our rental as a quiet get away for couples as well.
If you enjoy the wine country, we are within an hour away and also if the city is a draw, we are less than an hour away. The town of San Rafael is about three miles west of us and it has an amazing art movie house as well as a great supply of restaurants with various cuisines.
Our area is quiet, and next to a marsh where you can see many different types of sea birds. It is an easy walk to Loch Lomond yacht harbor where you can just sit and view Mt. Tam or the bay and its boats and sea birds.

Property manager

Elise and Paul Samuelson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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
We love animals but not in our rental
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow smoking at all !
No candles.
Would appreciate it if shoes are removed in the apartment.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Rafael

Located in San Rafael, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. 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

  • China Camp State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • McNears Beach Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Dominican University of California - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 26 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glyka Sweets - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mi Pueblo Food Center - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Donuts - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Local Market - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is All inclusive , private apartment in magical bayside area. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at All inclusive , private apartment in magical bayside area.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at All inclusive , private apartment in magical bayside area.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is All inclusive , private apartment in magical bayside area. located?

Located in the heart of San Rafael, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from China Camp State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of McNears Beach Country Park and Peacock Gap Golf Club. Dominican University of California is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 147 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Christmas visit with son and family in San Rafael

This is the second time we've stayed at this lovely place, and we couldn't have been happier. There are amenities galore, the bed is comfortable, and it's quiet, peaceful, and very close to both our son's home and Andy's Market(!). We would both recommend this to anyone looking for a sweet, peaceful, charming place to stay for a night or a week (or longer).
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Wonderful, peaceful cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The kitchen - and actually the entire unit - was fully stocked with every amenity, it was quiet and peaceful, and just lovely in every way.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George J.

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

Delightful Interlude

This was the perfect place to be ‘away’ without traveling too far. Charming house, sense of remoteness, but convenient. And a hospitable host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham K., Fremont USA

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

Nice view to bay,nice to drive around north bay,Stinson beach,Muir Woods

Our stay was pleasure and great location to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtenay M.

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

Stay on the Bay

The unit was perfect for our short stay. Very clean, very well-appointed for a small kitchen. Had everything we needed The bed is comfortable and the linens nice. Great location for San Rafael and hoping one the bridge into city. We will come back when we need to stay in the Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

claudia j.

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

Great service from owners

Very nice hostess. Took care of every detail and promptly addressed any issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

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

Loch Lomond

Beautiful area of Marin
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bitsy B.

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

Good location, comfortable property

Convenient, comfy and kind hosts. Definitely a place to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Comfortable

Hostess is very nice. Welcomed us to her place upon arrival but was definitely not overbearing. We were in town for a music event at McNears Beach which was relatively close. Nice upscale neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kerry S.

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

Great accommodation

Excellent location and accommodation. Hosts were very accommodating and welcoming. The neighbohood is quiet and very relaxed. Definitely 5 stars for this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Langston H., Brunswick Maine, USA

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

Great place to stay in San Rafael

The apartment was clean and comfortable. Our hosts were very accommodating to be sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely stay there again when we're in the Bay Area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean P., Clawson

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

Comfortable, easy unload and load

Nice and central to a lot of activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

bruce o.

A great stay in San Rafael!

ELISE and Paul - your home is lovely and the suite was perfect for our stay. We loved the homey feel and comfy bed as well as the garden just outside out door. You are great hosts and it was so nice to meet you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

Relaxing getaway

We enjoyed our stay in San Rafael. Elise and Paul were charming and welcoming hosts. The rental was very clean and nicely decorated. We also enjoyed the garden and they even let us use their bikes to explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

Our stay was restful. The accommodations were very clean and beautifully appointed. Attention to detail left nothing lacking.

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Wonderful retreat

We stayed for a little over two weeks to accommodate two high school graduations. The property was wonderful, and a nice neighborhood. The owner was very accommodating and the unit has everything you need. Five stars for both the property and the owner.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Great Stay, As Always

We have stayed at this location multiple times in recent years when visiting our children. The location is perfect for us, and is always clean and well kept. The mini kitchen is just what we need, and the garden outside is lovely. Elise and Paul are always gracious and attentive hosts.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Montano S.

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

Beautiful Property

We enjoyed our stay in the cozy apartment on the bay. the were no surprises, we got everything we were expecting, and the neighborhood is very beautiful. Definitely drive up the road to see some amazing views of the north bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Charming apartment

We loved staying here. It was perfect. The apartment is warmly decorated and perfectly equipped. It is spotlessly clean and well-maintained. Our thanks to Elise and Paul who are gracious hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Raul P.

“Great vacation cottage”

We really enjoyed this cottage. Elise was a great hostess and is very thoughtful. The bed was great and everything you needed was at this cottage. I would definitely stay here again and will recommend this property. Thanks for everything Elise! Raul and Laura Pena
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Connie B., Sacramento, California USA

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

Comfortable lodging close to Marin outdoor adventures

Just like a home away from home with everything you would want to have to relax after a busy day out enjoying the many outdoor activities available in Marin. We enjoyed two great days of hiking at Mt Tamalpais. Andy's Market is nearby and has an exceptional deli where we picked up the best deli sandwiches to take on our hikes! The Kitchen Table restaurant in downtown San Rafael was also great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Cozy Hideaway

Easy check in process in a quiet relaxing neighborhood. Just a short drive or walk to the best market around, Andy's Market for any necessary supplies or prepared food. My daughter loved the pizza. I'd love to come back for another visit, we loved it. Thanks for thinking of all the supplies we could have ever needed. Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

marjorie s.

Charming stay in San Rafael

As advertised, the property in San Rafael is indeed cozy. It's also extremely clean and well cared for, and we had a lovely stay. Considering that the temperatures reached 108 degrees outside, we were comfortable with a fan that was provided. The property is located in a part of San Rafael that we had never visited, and close to China Basin State Park with a fascinating history. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

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

Convenient charmer in San Rafael

This is a one bedroom downstairs unit very close to central San Rafael. The unit was spotless, with everything you would need for a nice stay. It is near shopping and walking trails. There is a nice garden and off street parking. Elise and Paul were very helpful. We would and will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea V.

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

Very cozy!

This was a very cute, little cozy spot close to a lot of ocean beaches and fun cities. We stayed thanksgiving weekend and had a pleasant stay. We felt very safe in the neighborhood. This is very much an apartment in the sense that your neighbors can be heard, if that’s something you’re concerned about. We were not and it was still very private, so this was a delightful experience. Thanks to the hosts for providing such an excellent home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elise and Paul Samuelson

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We came up to Marin County in 1991 and fell in love with its beauty. Both of us have been in the film and television industry and where Paul decided to retire, Elise continued to travel to Los Angeles and work on different film and television projects as a studio teacher. She has worked on some well known projects such as Full House, and many movies as well. We both are semi retired now and love to travel as well as welcome fellow travelers to our lovely area .
Elise is a teacher in the film industry for kids that work and cannot attend their regular school and Paul was an assistant director. He is now a writer and has written a novel called Night Fear. It can be found on Amazon!
He is writing his second novel which is a sequel to Night Fear. There are 2 more on the horizon.
Our alma maters our UCLA and Cal Berkeley!

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood where our rental exists is truly unique. It is on the Bay side of a quaint area called 'Chicken Point' - perhaps because there might have been people raising chickens - which is a common happening here!- It is not far from central San Rafael and yet it feels rural enough to enjoy walks up in the hills and around the Bay.
The architecture of our surrounding area is a mix of different styles. No cookie cutter look here. It reminds me of Topanga Canyon in Los Angeles, an area where I grew up and a mix of East Coast Maine. People here are very supportive and helpful and we find that this did not exist in larger towns and cities.
If you enjoy birdwatching , this is a great area for shore bird watching. The nearby marina has a lovely path that jutes out from the bay where you can enjoy a leisurely walk and see all kinds of marine wild life.
There is also Andy's Market in the Loch Lomand Marina which is spectacular for take out meals and prepackaged meals ready for the microwave. Also, they have a great selection of wines. You can literally walk to it from our rental.
Instead of taking a right turn to get to Anday's and the Marina, you can go left and stroll along the San Pablo Bay. It eventually will take you to Mc Nears Beach and if you have more energy you can reach China Camp - a historical fishing village.

What makes this property unique

The style of our rental is a bit of New England. We have temperate weather due to the proximity to the Bay and since we are near a little beach, it is easy to put out a kayak or stand up paddle board.
Also our neighbors are what makes the area wonderful - everyone loves where we live!!
We are also walking distance from a new market and development with flat surface walks around the point of our bay. We have views of the bay as well as Mount Tamalpais - a favorite hiking spot. The area is also quite quiet for restful getaways.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

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