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Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry

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House from street
Living room deck - see next photo for new neck with glass enclosed railing.
New glass framed deck just installed in '22!
View from living room and deck
Harbor from living room and deck

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ice House Museum
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sausalito, CA
  • Place, Viña del Mar Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ice House Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sausalito Visitors Kiosk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry

Situated on a beautiful hillside spot in Sausalito's best region, the banana belt, our 3 bedroom, 3 bath Eichler period home is perfect for families or friends planning an extended stay to see the sights of the SF Bay Area, Wine Country and the coastline and communities both north and south of here. Sausalito is the perfect location to launch day trips to all the wonderful sights Northern California has to offer. Our home has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, living area and kitchen on the main floor, 1 bedroom and bath on the ground level. There is a semi spiral staircase from entry to the main floor as well as direct access to main living area floor from the deck and kitchen. It comfortably sleeps 6 people. We have wonderful close up views of the bay and harbor for almost every room in the house and from the deck and gardens. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2 blocks up from the center of town - with access to all the restaurants, shops and ferry by foot. We are situated on a cul-de sac of sorts so there is no through traffic to disturb the serenity.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
A pet fee and/or deposit will be required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 425037vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Sausalito

Located in Sausalito, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 Ghirardelli Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Viña del Mar Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ice House Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gabrielson Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sausalito Visitors Kiosk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Schoonmaker Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 13 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 23 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fish - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Joinery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Franko & Co Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lappert's Ice Cream - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Sausalito Butterfly House: Bay Views /Quiet /Walk to Town & Ferry located?

Located in the heart of Sausalito, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Golden Gate Bridge and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Tiburon Ferry. Presidio of San Francisco and Marin Headlands are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian K.

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

Great!

Perfect peaceful place for our needs
Stayed 32 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Kathy S.

The house was perfect for our family of 6, including two teenagers. We were not in need of anything that was not there for our use. The view was wonderful and the chance to enjoy it from the patio was relaxing and addicting! The walk to town not bad but the hike back up was a bit taxing as we did it sometimes three times a day...it was worth it so as to not have to drive for such a short distance. The parking was tricky (we had a minivan) but very doable with paying attention. Catholic church just a few blocks away was welcoming for daily and weekend mass. The tv/stereo system and manual were much too daunting but that was fine in that the view was entertainment enough! We were able to hard wire for internet but not get wireless (we did not try to contact owners for this as we just did without...on vacation anyway!) The owners were accessible by email (presumably by phone too but not needed). Very intersting/unique front door! Enjoy your stay!!!
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8/10 Good

Raymond G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Stay at Butterfly house

I stayed at the Butterfly house for 6 weeks. When I saw all the pictures of the house there was no indication that there was a steep flight of stairs from the ground level to the living quarters. I am convinced that the owners deliberately left out a picture of the stairs. Normally it would just be an inconvenience but I have serious spinal issues and for me it was a major problem. Also, there were no cleaning services during the six week period.. Also, entrance to the property was via a lock box. I never met the owners.
Stayed 44 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Yes, unfortunate we didn’t chat more about your special needs ahead of your arrival. As I shared with you, since Sausalito and our home is built on the hillsides next to the San Francisco bay (thus the glorious waterfront, bay views) it never occurred to us to alert guests to the staircase to the main floor which has all the living areas and 2 of the 3 bedrooms and baths. Glad you managed ok and otherwise you and visiting friends enjoyed your extended stay in Sausalito.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Beautiful, spacious house with amazing view

We had a wonderful stay at the Butterfly House. This is a lovely, quirky house, with lots of cool nooks and crannies that make it a really charming place to stay. Plenty of room, serviceable kitchen, very clean and well-maintained. What makes this house an experience is the view. The living room and all three bedrooms overlook the bay. Even more special is the terrace. There's a lovely little tile table for two outside where we would have breakfast in the morning. Irene was very responsive and always answered our questions very quickly. She gave us perfect directions through the very steep hills and sharp turns. I will say that backing into the parking spot off a steep hill was a challenge, but I got fairly good at it after the first couple of times. The setting is definitely worth the drive!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Great getaway

We are frequent visitors to the Bay Area, but this was the first time staying in Sausalito. My wife and I, plus our 3 children stayed for 1 week, and the house was perfect for our stay. Beautiful view, easy walk to town and ferry, and quick drive into SF. Irene was great and provided very detailed instructions about the house and neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again.
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8/10 Good

Nan D.

Perfect location

We were here for a month in this perfect location for visiting many things near SF. The house has an incredible view but be prepared to walk up steep hills! Three bathrooms made this house perfect for us. It is very charming, but a little dated. Irene and Greg were very helpful with suggestions and answered all our questions promptly. We'd recommend the Ferry, Lands End and the Point Bonita lighthouse. Also a short trip down to Monterey was a highlight!
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10/10 Excellent

Frances C.

Fantastic holiday home

We spent a glorious week here. Ideal location for visiting San Francisco but staying somewhere out of the city. House very comfortable with superb views and nice top garden for breakfast in the sun. Very well equipped and Irene and Greg were v helpful with hints and tips about travel, eating out etc. Sausalito has a lovely marina (seals, pelicans and other seabirds) with places to eat. Ferry journey to and from SF very relaxing (but easy by car too). Lots of things to do from the house with a car including wine and cheese country tours, coastline walks, Silicon Valley, Berkeley...House would suit all ages but it is located on quite a steep hill (hence the views!).
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

What a view!

We stayed in this home for 8 nights beginning 8/21, me & spouse, 20 year old daughter & my dad. We loved the home, the view, the patio and the location! It was a 20 minute walk to the ferry (30 for my dad who is 76). Irene was fabulous in assisting us with tips including where to get groceries & to get a Clipper card if going to SF more than a day, very helpful. The kitchen is very well equipped & beds comfortable. I love their décor. We only had 1 vehicle & a visitor briefly one evening had no issue parking behind us. My husband didn't have trouble with the driveway parking. We would definitely stay here again. My only suggestion for Greg & Irene would be to update the blankets, bed & pillow covers in the smallest of the 3 bedrooms. We spent a day in Russian River wine country, visited Bonita Pt. Lighthouse, Muir Woods, 3 days in SF included cable car & cc museum, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, Coit Tower, lunch in North Beach, Alcatraz & Angel Island, a Giants game, biking in Golden Gate Park, kayaking at Sea Trek in Richardson's Bay & walking some of the GG bridge. It was a lovely trip.
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10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

Great vacation

We recently returned from a trip to the Bay area and the house was a great location! It was perfect for our family of 4 (including 2 adult children). The kitchen is very well equipped although we only cooked one meal in. Greg and Irene provided extensive information and checked in on us throughout our stay (by email, not dropping by!) which was great as there was some road construction while we were there. The patio is amazing and extremely warm (no fog in Sausalito most days). Each bedroom has it's own bathroom either en suite or close by so there's great privacy too. The area, of course, is amazing and the house is well situated to get anywhere. We hiked on Mt. Tam, traveled into the city a few times (Go Giants!) and visited surrounding areas (Napa, Santa Cruz, Half Moon Bay, Tiberon and Berkeley). Was a great trip!
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy Z.

Enjoyed family vacation!

The Sausalito Butterfly house was just as described with wonderful bay views in a quiet neighborhood. It was very comfortable for our family of 5 and a great location for exploring the San Francisco area including Muir Woods and Napa Valley. Owners were very responsive and an added plus was the very well equipped kitchen.
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10/10 Excellent

Morna S.

Wow, what a house!

I was really afraid this house sounded too good to be true, but the house and the view are actually even more beautiful than the photos, and for such a stylish house, it's really comfortable and family-friendly. Loved sitting out on the patio, loved the extremely well-equipped kitchen, loved the reliable wifi, and loved the beautiful decor. Everything was perfectly clean and very thoughtfully arranged. The owners were very clear and professional from start to finish -- the contract was clear and they followed it, the instructions before we arrived and in the house manual worked perfectly (I loved that they labeled the drawers that we were supposed to use), the restaurant recommendations were spot on (we really loved Avatar), and everything was as described in the listing. It is on a very, very steep hill (hence the fabulous unobstructed view), and getting into and out of the carport is a little scary. (The listing warns about this, but I didn't take it as seriously as I should have.) And although it's extremely close to downtown and attractions, walking to them requires good shoes and some exertion because the hill is so steep. And the a/v system in the house is really good and fancy, but also a little intimidating to use -- you really do have to follow the instructions in the House manual carefully and in order. We liked Wellington's, and our 3-year-olds loved the Bay Area Discovery Museum. And everyone liked riding the ferry to San Francisco.
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Just what we expected. Wonderful view of Sausalito Bay. Comfortable, just perfect for the four of us. Has all the amenities and more. Lovely walk along Bridgeway, shopping and eating. Beautiful trip to Napa and the vineyards. Walking across the Golden Gate Bridge and shopping along Embarcadero in San Francisco. Highly recommend your next stay is at the Butterfly!
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10/10 Excellent

Home away from home

The Butterfly House was beautiful to visit and comfortable to share. It was well kept-up and well-stocked. I felt like family, knowing that the house wasn't just "a rental". The views impressed us day and night! I was able to make a "bird list" as well!
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Sausalito Stay

Our first attraction to this listing was the incredible view, and it did not disappoint one bit! I think I could have spent my entire vacation sitting on the patio, sipping some wine, and watching the sailboats. There's nothing more relaxing than that! The location was ideal for walking to the nearby shops and restaurants in Sausalito. Our favorite places to eat in Sausalito were Sushi Ran and Napa Valley Burger Co. Sausalito itself provided easy access to all the nearby attractions -- San Francisco, Muir Woods, wine country, etc... The property was well-maintained, clean and very roomy. We had all the comforts of home that we needed. The owners were very accessible both before and during the stay for questions. I would definitely recommend this property for anyone who is looking to stay in the Sausalito area.
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8/10 Good

Marion M.

Escaping the heat in Texas

The house had a dynamite view. We loved watching the sunrise each morning. The kitchen was well outfitted and the beds and baths comfortable. We would definitely stay again.

About the host

Hosted by Irene Fuller

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We previously lived in this house in Sausalito for 25 years and are currently living in Napa. We hope to return to Sausalito in the future.

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