Charming Cottage in Downtown Bolinas

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A living room with a beige sofa, a gray armchair, and a white entertainment unit.
A porch with a swing seat, a wooden fence, and a door.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, two windows with curtains, a white rug, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A dining area with a white table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the backyard through large windows.
A single-story house with a porch, a front door, and a small front yard.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bolinas Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bolinas, CA
  • Place, Bolinas Lagoon Preserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bolinas Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bolinas Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Bolinas

Located in Bolinas, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muir Woods National Monument and Bolinas Lagoon Preserve, while Bolinas Museum and Mountain Play Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Marin Bocce Federation, or consider a night out at No Name Bar. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Bolinas, CA

What's nearby

  • Bolinas Lagoon Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bolinas Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bolinas Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stinson Beach - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 29 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 49 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Smiley's Schooner Saloon & Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Parkside Snack Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Breakers Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coast Cafe - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage in Downtown Bolinas pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage in Downtown Bolinas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage in Downtown Bolinas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage in Downtown Bolinas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage in Downtown Bolinas located?

Located in the heart of Bolinas, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bolinas Lagoon Preserve and Bolinas Museum. Bolinas Beach is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, really enjoyed walking to the beach and town
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific location -- a short walk to the beach and town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the house and have stayed there several times. Location is excellent. Walkable to town. I felt safe and comfortable. My first choice in Bolinas. I did feel the extra charge for booking “ finders fee” whatever that is? was excessive- possibly preventing another stay - though I hope not. My first time booking thru VRBO. Usually go through ARBNB website. I do recommend the house. Owner is wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is excellent and the cottage is really quaint and small. It was very clean and well and had a well stocked kitchen. Short walk to town and the beach. There were two issues for us. It sleeps 4 and we planned to cook our meals. The kitchen was tiny with almost no counter space and was very crowded for 2 people. The other issue was the second bedroom was really a pass through hallway to the backyard with not much space for belongings. Both beds were very comfortable though and it was very quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed there last year and had the same fine experience this year. It's just the right ambulance. The only criticism as the refrigerator is kinda loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

House cleaning

Hi!! Lovely experience. Only ding on cleanliness was when I went to pullout the sleeper chair, I pushed the chair back and found clumps of dust and a dirty sock from a prior renter. Otherwise clean and lovely. Only other comment: The lens on the camera on the listings photos made the rooms and the front sun room look much much larger.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Easy walk to beach, coffee, stores. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. Porch swing and backyard are lovely for enjoying the sun. Kitchen is quite small and dated, limited counter space etc. We ended up cooking simple meals but good to know if you're planning a larger meal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic historic property that has been carefully updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday week in Bolinas

I enjoyed my stay I had a couple of people stay for a night and a few came up for the day. I loved the proximity to the beach, the town and the backyard garden was a great place to eat and visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quaint downtown cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a sweet and cozy cottage! Perfect for me and the kids! Easy to get to and perfect location! Steps from downtown and steps from the beach. The sweet plumb tree was a nice little perk!
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