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Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven
Lakefront villa with sauna and outdoor pool
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m
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San Rafael, CA
- Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel3 min drive
- Place, Dominican University of California4 min drive
- Place, Marin County Civic Center6 min drive
- Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven
Reverse pandemic blues at this retreat charged 4 bedroom haven with an authentic Finnish sauna, canal-front jacuzzi consciousness, paddle-boards, a kayak, replete comfy zones to lazily exchange conversation.
The tranquility of the canal will replace all Debbie downer thoughts with a symphony of luminous relaxation, bound to bedazzle wary minds and hearts.
The space
Tastefully furnished on the inside, this villa features 4 bedrooms with king or queen size beds, 2.5 bathrooms, two tuned grand pianos for dueling it out, and within a few minute paddle to the bay. After a few hours here you’ll forget about any invisible enemy that has destroyed the basic hug! Great for team building and corporate or family retreats! No parties allowed. no racers allowed. Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines. Long-term rental an option.
Guest access
The entire property , entire first floor, entire front courtyard, backyard with pool and spa and BBQ area, deck area where boat is docked. Paddleboards and Kayak accessible. Boat is not included in rental. Second floor bedroom is not included. It's used as office and sometimes host may decide to stay . This room has a separate gate and entrance from a private entry. Guest may request for guest not to stay on second floor for additional cost.
The host can arrange additional cleaning service for guests staying long-term (5 days or more).
The 2.5 bathrooms included three showers and one soaking tub and half bath
House manual
There’s a manual in a binder on the kitchen counter. Most significantly pertaining to water activities it is critical and required to wear life jackets when on the canal or in the bay. If life jackets are not worn you could be cited by the Coast Guard. Life jackets are next to the TV in family room and in the dock box. Note that theres a swimming pool, jacuzzi and a large fish tank which requires a brief maintenance weekly. While someone will not enter the home, we appreciate your cooperation in allowing them to perform maintenance duties peripherally or if any equipment need repairs the technician will enter through a seperate gate without interrupting the guests. We only notify the guest if they need to get inside the house not the yard . This is a large home and we need guests cooperation to keep it in good conditionIf rules are not honored, guests will be asked to leave and will not receive a refund from the host. It is significant to note that due to some bad apples in the past, we are enforcing rules with greater scrutiny, and ask for honesty and transparency in an effort to help honor and preserve the tranquility of the community, especially with homes across the canal that absorb amplified sound that travels across the canal. For safety of our guests we have outdoor security cameras in front of driveway, court yard , back yard.
Thank you for respecting our community!
PARKING : 2-4 parking spots available in driveway (depending on your advanced Tetris skills ). No more than 3
cars can park on the street. There are 24 hour parking spots on the street if you can find parking or you may park over night in public parking in the adjacent park parking lot.
No ragers allowed.
Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines.
The tranquility of the canal will replace all Debbie downer thoughts with a symphony of luminous relaxation, bound to bedazzle wary minds and hearts.
The space
Tastefully furnished on the inside, this villa features 4 bedrooms with king or queen size beds, 2.5 bathrooms, two tuned grand pianos for dueling it out, and within a few minute paddle to the bay. After a few hours here you’ll forget about any invisible enemy that has destroyed the basic hug! Great for team building and corporate or family retreats! No parties allowed. no racers allowed. Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines. Long-term rental an option.
Guest access
The entire property , entire first floor, entire front courtyard, backyard with pool and spa and BBQ area, deck area where boat is docked. Paddleboards and Kayak accessible. Boat is not included in rental. Second floor bedroom is not included. It's used as office and sometimes host may decide to stay . This room has a separate gate and entrance from a private entry. Guest may request for guest not to stay on second floor for additional cost.
The host can arrange additional cleaning service for guests staying long-term (5 days or more).
The 2.5 bathrooms included three showers and one soaking tub and half bath
House manual
There’s a manual in a binder on the kitchen counter. Most significantly pertaining to water activities it is critical and required to wear life jackets when on the canal or in the bay. If life jackets are not worn you could be cited by the Coast Guard. Life jackets are next to the TV in family room and in the dock box. Note that theres a swimming pool, jacuzzi and a large fish tank which requires a brief maintenance weekly. While someone will not enter the home, we appreciate your cooperation in allowing them to perform maintenance duties peripherally or if any equipment need repairs the technician will enter through a seperate gate without interrupting the guests. We only notify the guest if they need to get inside the house not the yard . This is a large home and we need guests cooperation to keep it in good conditionIf rules are not honored, guests will be asked to leave and will not receive a refund from the host. It is significant to note that due to some bad apples in the past, we are enforcing rules with greater scrutiny, and ask for honesty and transparency in an effort to help honor and preserve the tranquility of the community, especially with homes across the canal that absorb amplified sound that travels across the canal. For safety of our guests we have outdoor security cameras in front of driveway, court yard , back yard.
Thank you for respecting our community!
PARKING : 2-4 parking spots available in driveway (depending on your advanced Tetris skills ). No more than 3
cars can park on the street. There are 24 hour parking spots on the street if you can find parking or you may park over night in public parking in the adjacent park parking lot.
No ragers allowed.
Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Guests to sign liability waiver form
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Please gather all used Towels and sheets in the laundry room . Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 85-2989037
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
San Rafael
Located in San Rafael, this villa is on the waterfront. Muir Woods National Monument and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Presidio of San Francisco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park or Golden Gate Fields.

San Rafael, CA
What's nearby
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
- Dominican University of California - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
- Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Marin County Civic Center - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
- Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Picante - 13 min walk
- Burger King - 17 min walk
- Mi Pueblo Food Center - 15 min walk
- Circle K - 16 min walk
- Le Croissant Restaurant - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sherry Zargari
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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