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Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage

Cottage in Mill Valley with kitchen and patio

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Outside garden
Seating area for flat screen hi-def TV
Dining area and kitchen
Exterior
Entrance hallway w/ storage closets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Sweetwater Music Hall
  • Place, Golden Gate National Recreation Area
  • Place, Muir Woods National Monument
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage

This freshly remodeled semi-attached cottage features a beautiful garden setting in the desirable Strawberry section of Mill Valley. The fully furnished and equipped property borders open space - deer are sighted almost daily! It's quiet and peaceful yet only 6 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco!

Easy parking and quick access to the coast, Mount Tamalpais, Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, and the wine country further north. The bus stop and shopping center is a 5 minute walk.

Ideal for up to two Bay Area vacationers, friends visiting the area, or house-hunters. We also have lots of 'newbie' grandparents! No worries, this cottage is upscale, not 'funky.' No stairs, steps or narrow mountain roads to contend with either!

Please call about availability since we occasionally neglect the calendar function.

'This is a very comfortable, quiet, well equipped cottage with helpful and accommodating owners. The location and freeway access are ideal. We will stay there again next time we are in Marin.'
M.R.- S. California

Keywords: Cottage, quiet, easy parking, gardens, convenient, wood floors, sunny, no stairs

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

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 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 077654

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this cottage is in a rural area. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Union Square. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for San Francisco Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mill Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Golden Gate Bridge - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Alcatraz Island - 41 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hook Fish Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, peaceful 1 Bedroom Mill Valley Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Sweetwater Music Hall and within 6 miles (10 km) of San Francisco Bay and Tiburon Ferry. Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

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

Family in town

Had a great stay at this place. Nice location close to things we had plan. Quiet neighborhood and overall a great little place to stay while family was visiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., Toronto, ON, Canada

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

Great location, lovely hosts

Perfect location in the Strawberry area of Mill Valley -- great jumping-off point for some of the most beautiful parts of the Bay Area. Easy parking (not the case in a lot of places!) Lovely hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Wonderful

We couldn't have found a more perfect home base for the recent visit - a very comfortable stay with an arty vibe and a wonderful terraced backyard Chuck showed us in and around, and shared his interesting backstory - we found that we share Rockport MA, of all things, in our past With our new grandbaby only a mile away, we could very well stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L., Marshalltown Iowa USA

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

Lovely Friendly Getaway

The property is lovely, with quiet lush gardens and cozy house. Our hosts were unobtrusive but friendly. The location is ideal, right off the 101 to Sonoma, Sausalito, and ferries to San Francisco. We will come again!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran W., Johns Island, US

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

Fabulous in Every Way

I loved my time here. The house is in a quiet neighborhood, the host was responsive and nice to deal with, and the home was fully equipped. I would stay here again and recommend it without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Soren H.

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

Peaceful space in Mill Valley

This was our first stop in California - moving from the East coast. Chuck and Eileen were hospitable and helpful in so many ways. Their home and garden space the result of decades of careful attention. Beautiful and relaxing space. Allowed the move into SF to be stress free and each night returning to little strawberry was a gift of peace and beauty. Would stay again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Tiburon Visit

My wife and I found a home away from home for our visits with our son, his wife, and our two grandsons. The property is conveniently located for access to 101 and all the area sites. The cottage is well furnished, comfortable, and accesses a beautiful garden. Chuck and Eileen are wonderful hosts!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

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

Couldn't be nicer for us

This Mill Valley cottage was a delightful place to stay in a quiet, lovely neighbourhood.. Quick access to Hwy 101 and to a paved walking/cycling trail to Sausalito and our daughter and family. Very roomy, nicely equipped and furnished, beautiful outdoor sitting area. . Great selection of good books and local info. Very welcoming and sccomodating hosts. We'll be back...

10/10 Excellent

Annette L.

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

Strawberry cottage

Lovely cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sally R., Manchester

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

Perfect In Mill Valley

Perfect for our trip visiting family in Mill Valley. Quiet, clean, comfortable. We will be repeat visitors!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

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

peace and comfort

We visited with family in Corte Madera for Thanksgiving and this was the perfect spot for my husband and I to come home to each evening. Very comfortable and quiet. The owner could not have been more gracious and welcoming. Another wonderful VRBO experience for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dale B.

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

Absolutely Perfect!!

We enjoyed a perfect stay! The Mill Valley Cottage was so charming, very clean, well equipped, and private. We so enjoyed Chuck's original artwork which adorned the walls...thanks for sharing your talent with us! The location couldn't be better, we were minutes to the grocery, restaurants, etc. And there is plenty of street parking, and in a walkable neighborhood. Perfectly situated, between San Fran, Muir Woods, and Napa! Loved taking the ferry from Tiburon to SF one day! Thanks Chuck and Eileen for an amazing place to rest after each days adventure. Your cottage was exactly what we needed, can't wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Susan W., Rancho Mirage CA

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

Perfect getaway

Wonderful cottage with all the comforts of home. Location and access were great. Beautiful landscaped garden views.

10/10 Excellent

Ed T.

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

Incredible Mill Valley Cottage

Wonderful fully furnished and spacious cottage with Italian garden central to wineries, Miur woods, and Sausalito, Oakland and San Francisco attractions. Bottom line: This is home away from home.

10/10 Excellent

Audrey E.

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

Peaceful garden close to city

This is a great property with very friendly, responsive, helpful owners! Cozy, quiet, fully equipped and overlooking a beautiful owner-tended garden with a bubbling fountain. Convenient location near shopping and restaurants, and an easy trip to city sights, downtown Mill Valley and wine country. Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pat J.

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

Perfect location

This super clean little cottage is in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to 101 freeway. You can walk to Safeway and several restaurants. Great location to stay and visit CA.

10/10 Excellent

Gill R.

Delightful oasis in Mill Valley

This very comfortable Home Away is most definitely as described. Set in a lovely, sunny , quiet garden. This property is handy to all that Marin has to offer. A perfect spot for a break away.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

David M., Mountain View, CA, USA

Comfortable, quiet, and a great location.

This cottage is fantastic! The cottage is charming, with a cool living room, a well-stocked kitchen, and a very comfortable separate bedroom. The patio area is very nice -- a perfect place for a morning coffee. It's a nice short walk to the shoreline and easy access to SF, Mill Valley, and central Marin. We couldn't have been happier with our visit and we look forward to staying here again. -David
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roland D., Kronberg im TUnus

Sehr gut ausgestattetes Cottage in paradiesischem Garten

Sehr freundliche Gastgeber . Sehr zweckmässig und stilvoll eingerichtete Räume. Wunderbar gepflegter Paradiesischer Garten. Ruhig und sehr erholsam. Können wir bestens weiterempfehlen
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Mill Valley Cottage Getaway

This is my second visit and I enjoyed it as much as the first. The cottage is equipped with everything, the location is extremely convenient, and this area of Southern Marin is particularly scenic. The hosts, Chuck and Eileen, are very helpful and friendly, and I love gazing at the paintings in the unit (many of which were painted by Chuck).. I hope to return for another stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lois S.

A Delightful Place to Stay

The cottage is as described—-charming and peaceful.. as are the hosts. We spent two weeks here and have only positive things to say. The neighborhood is lovely and quiet and the hosts have thought of providing every amenity. In addition, they have a beautiful garden where you can sit and enjoy an afternoon of whatever you desire. The bed is really comfortable and —-there are no steps to the front door. For Mill Valley the latter is really a plus. We will definitely be returning. .

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Great cottage

I had a great stay at the cottage. Location is fabulous with easy access to 101 and the cottage has absolutely everything you need. I will definitely stay here again when next in Marin.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Perfect for our needs

This is a very comfortable home with everything you need. The owners are delightful and the home is sparkling clean. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Mill Valley Delight

It was the most enjoyable rental I have ever experienced. Convenient location, well equipped and spacious. Chuck and Eileen were perfect hosts. In fact, I have booked a return stay for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pat J.

Cozy cottage with view of the beautiful garden. The fountain will lull you to sleep!

A week in a quiet residential area just off the 101 freeway. The cottage was peaceful and well set up. The location is on the way to so many sights in the bay area. Like to walk? You can get in miles with flat, hilly or challanging steep climbs. I really enjoyed my stay. Many thanks to the hosts!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Charles Ballinger

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Chuck and Eileen Ballinger are the owners who live in the semi-attached main house (garage in-between). Eileen is a real estate broker fluent in French. Chuck is an author/ artist/ general contractor/ traveler.

Why they chose this property

It's proximity to San Francisco is very convenient while its setting in Marin adjoins rural open space. Marin County is our favorite place in the world - and we've been almost everywhere!

What makes this property unique

The cottage looks out on a beautiful European-style garden with terraces and a large fountain (see photo). Strawberry Center is a five minute walk with many restaurants and shops. The cottage is almost three times the size of a hotel room with a fully equipped kitchen. And it's been totally remodeled in 2009!

Languages:

English, French
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