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Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!

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Property is fully fenced with entry gates.
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Come inside...
Open living room & kitchen.
Large TV is wall mounted, gate leg table beneath opens for dining or puzzles.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 357.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • GymGymGym
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Stinson Beach, CA
  • Popular LocationStinson Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationUpton Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuir Woods National Monument8 min drive
  • AirportNovato, CA (NOT-Gnoss Field)63 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!

An A+ Location, this cottage has quality amenities, and everything you'll need to enjoy a beach getaway! No need to drive once you park inside the gates. You'll walk everywhere. Conveniently located beside the village park with kiddie playground, and basketball court. The cottage is across from the Parkside Cafe/Snack Bar/Bakery/Marketplace with the best eats in town, in my opinion. Take a beach wagon, piled high with beach toys from the 'Red Shed', you'll be seated on the sand within 2 minutes!

There are 40+ wetsuits, boogie & surfboards, beach chairs, umbrellas, totes, towels, blankets, footballs, smash ball & soccer balls, and sand toys for the little ones.. Shoot hoops, or play pingpong in the neighboring park.

Lounge, Dine, and Relax on the back deck with 2 adjustable lounges, teak table, chairs, bench and a Mt. Tamalpais view. Or, soak in the 5' spa and watch the stars come out after a sunset beach walk. There's a 3 burner propane Weber grill, and a well stocked corner grocer, if you want to bbq. Or, order a pizza (clam with tomatillo sauce is my favorite) and calamari from Parkside.

The Dipsea and Matt Davis Trailheads are steps away, opening up the entire Mt. Tamalpais Park, Muir Woods National Park, and Golden Gate National Recreation Area to hikers. Or, walk the entire 2 mile length of Stinson & Upton Beach to the inlet of Bolinas Lagoon.

Bring the binoculars, and view migratory and resident shore birds. Flocks of pelicans, terns, cormorants, herons, egrets and many more visit or reside on the lagoon, and seashore. You may see migrating whales pass by in late fall heading to mexico, returning north in the spring with their young.. Harbor seals routinely sleep side-by-side along the exposed Bolinas Lagoon sand spit during low tide. There are many places to park along the lagoon to enjoy the peaceful comings and goings of wildlife. Bring beach chairs and a picnic. You may even see the resident family of river otters hunting along the shore for fish, shellfish & crabs. There's always plenty to do!

The cottage is 1 level, sunny & bright. The Kitchen/Great Room has a large butcher block island with propane gas stove, overlooking the living area. You can view the large, wall mounted, smart TV with family and friends during meal preparation. The well appointed kitchen has a Bosch Dishwasher, Fisher Paykel Refrigerator, microwave oven, gas stove, quality cookware and dinnerware.

Primary bedroom has desk & chair, full length bench, and a large closet with a folding infant crib. Both the primary and secondary bedrooms, have black out curtains, featherbeds and down comforters on the queen beds. . Very comfortable and cozy sleeping....

There is on-demand hot water, 2 modern electric wall heaters and good lighting. An outside shower, on the back fence, has H/C water for rinsing off after a dip in the ocean, or before using the spa. The full bath has a shower over the tub. There is a full size Washer & Dryer, that are stacked in a closet.

Parking is for 1 Car inside gated driveway. Abundant on-street parking available for larg SUV vehicles.

Owner lives in the back cottage, parks beside your vehicle, and has a private fenced yard & back gate.

Property manager

Linda Saint Amant
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Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack 'N Play, primary bedroom closet.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
4th Guest is NO Additional Charge, if under the age of 17.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 079399

About the area

Stinson Beach

Located in Stinson Beach, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Golden Gate Bridge and Palace of Fine Arts are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Muir Woods National Monument and Point Reyes National Seashore. Stinson Beach Books and Book Passage are also worth visiting.
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Stinson Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Stinson Beach Books - 2 min walk
  • Stinson Beach - 3 min walk
  • Upton Beach - 6 min walk
  • Bolinas Lagoon - 5 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 38 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Parkside Cafe - 1 min walk
  • Mamahuhu - 20 min drive
  • Equator Coffees & Teas - 20 min drive
  • Le Marais Bakery - 21 min drive
  • Super Duper Burgers - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Stinson Beach Books and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Muir Woods National Monument. Stinson Beach and Upton Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time around
This was our second time visiting Linda's cottage. Everything was perfect, we needed a place for respite after some recent losses; what better place than the beach. Linda was very kind, communicative and helpful. At the same time she gave us privacy and was respectful of our space (as we were to hers). I didn't want to leave. Excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johannes R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax near the beach
This is a fantastic little comfortable house close to the beach. The best part is the private wind-protected backyard for relaxing, eating, and hot tubbing. The beds are super comfortable. The only downside was that many of the pots/pans required washing before use.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most enjoyable stay
The cottage was equipped with everything you would need. It has a beautiful private yard. Everything was was within walking distance. Linda was a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda is an amazing host! Top to bottom our stay was incredible.
Location 5 stars Entire property 5 stars Not one single complaint See you again soon
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
Great location, easy check in, and the host Linda was very friendly also available if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Linda Saint Amant

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I'm from a small coastal town in Massachusetts, hence the New England vibe of Horseback Cottage. As a career real estate broker (Golden Gate Sotheby's Realty) I'm quite adept at providing quality service, and finding a great 'location'.

I enjoy being a short-term rental host, providing guests with the very best beach experience possible! I'm responsive to inquiries, questions, and advice on where to go, and what to do in Stinson Beach, Bolinas,, and Marin County.

I volunteer as a Muir Woods guide to schoolchildren, through Wildcare on most Wednesdays. I'm also a docent at Duxbury Reef in Bolinas, with the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin.

Horseneck Cottage was previously a 5* Airbnb rental, from 2019-2023.

Why they chose this property

I love living in a very small town where I can hear the ocean at night and seldom miss a walk at sunset on the beach.

Arguably, driving just over 20 minutes to Mill Valley, usually with the top down, along the coast on Highway One, or through the Redwoods on Panoramic Highway, must be the most beautiful routes anyone drives to work, or play!

Especially, when returning from as beautiful a place as Southern Marin, or San Francisco!

You'll likely be envious of my, 'little slice of heaven', as my friends call it.

What makes this property unique

Situated in the heart of the town, it is a rare fully fenced, residential location which borders the Village Green Park on 2 sides, and a seldom used property on the 3rd side, owned by a utility company. It's the 'eye of the storm' on a busy summer weekend. Quiet and private within, you forget entirely that there are beach visitors just a short distance away!

You'll never hesitate to take a walk on the beach. Just cross the street, go over the pedestrian bridge, through parking lot 2...you're there! It may take longer to find your flip flops!

Come and see for yourself. If the cottage is vacant, I'll be happy to show it to you.

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