Apartment

Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool.

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Spacious living area with great views including desk for working.
view of the pool deck from the unit
Pool
Comfortable eat-in kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and dining table.
Bathroom with shower/tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 334.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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San Rafael, CA
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Dominican University of California
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marin County Civic Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Rafael, CA (SRF)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool.

Get out of the fog and into the sun. Enjoy the year-round mild climate and central location of San Rafael, with effortless access to San Francisco to the south (thirty minutes across the world famous Golden Gate Bridge), the spectacular wine country of Napa, Sonoma, and Alexander Valleys (forty minutes), and Berkeley (thirty minutes).

Our home is located in a quiet, upscale neighborhood. 18 steps lead to this attached in-law unit, which features many amenities and unique privacy. Another 12 steps to a semi-private swimming pool, hot tub, and deck, featuring nearly three-hundred-sixty-degree views of the Bay and Mt. Tamalpais.
Our electricity is generated by solar panels and we have a rigorous recycling program. Our full kitchen features coffee-maker, dishwasher, gas over and stove, microwave, refrigerator/freezer.
Less than fifty yards away is a hiking trail in a eucalyptus forest, with views of San Francisco in the distance.

Marin County offers beaches, golf, hiking, and biking. (Mountain biking was 'invented' on Mt. Tam.) Local scenery includes breathtaking vistas of Mount Tam, and the ancient redwood forests of Muir Woods, sightseeing in Sausalito and Tiburon, and much more. It features restaurants to fit every budget and culinary taste, as well as, excellent theatre, cinema, and shopping.

San Rafael, home of the 2nd most northern and oldest Catholic mission (founded 1817), also features a civic center designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and a refurbished art deco theater in a revitalized downtown.

Your genial and knowledgeable host and hostess will help with plans (if requested) to make your vacation memorable.

A perfect base from which to savor the best of Northern California!

Keywords: Studio

Property manager

Mark and Judi
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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 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 deadlock
Property Registration Number STR24-000004

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Rafael

San Rafael is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. Book Passage and Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dominican University of California - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 26 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing views, multi-level decks, full kitchen and pool. located?

Situated in San Rafael, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of American Legion Log Cabin, San Anselmo Memorial Park and Marin County Civic Center. Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market and Falkirk Cultural Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary M.

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

Best Vrbo I’ve ever been too

Lovely little apartment with a full well stocked kitchen. Owners left us a bottle of wine. Views from the deck of the surrounding hills were stunning.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalei N.

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

Lovely stay

Beautiful views from this place and only a 30 minute drive from places like muir woods and San Francisco. The hosts are very kind and accommodating when/if needed. The kitchen had a lot of things supplied already like coffee and espresso machine plus more thoughtful touches that made the stay easier. Would definitely continue to stay here for future visits
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Great stay!

Lovely place with everything we needed for a comfortable getaway. Hosts were excellent at communicating! Location is close to restaurants and a straightforward drive to the coast and SFO.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Great stay

My wife and I had a wonderful stay. We have plenty of space and breathtaking views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h.

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

Spontaneous getaway

Cozy and comfortable with spectacular views!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaila T.

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

Great little place in a spectacular location!

I really enjoyed this unit especially the neighborhood, nespresso machine and thoughtful touches! Very easy checkin process
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie c.

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

Perfect place

This place had everything we needed and was comfortable. The host responded quickly and made us feel welcomed. Would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Such a lovely spot

Was the perfect place to relax and rest after spending time with family. We loved getting to take in the view in the evening and morning when we got up!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic D.

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

Family visit!

Visiting family in the area, filled our needs, sleep, eat, shower! Views are awesome and the wildlife from the pool deck, pretty cool! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

San rafael

Excellent stay. Nice, clean, well appointed accommodations. Beautiful view. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niki W.

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

Awesome!

The perfect place to have a home from home, explore the area or just kick back on the wonderful deck and enjoy the view. Hosts were delightful and helpful. They had everything you could need and more to make life easy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Comfortable stay in beautiful San Rafael hills

This property was a well-furnished apartment which provided privacy and many of the comforts of home. We found it a wonderful retreat while we visited relatives in the area. Definitely will look to return for future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Wonderful stay

Hosts Mark & Judi are so wonderful! They communicated with us so promptly and offered so many extras for our stay. They’ve thought of everything!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Perfect San Fran stay

We were looking for a place out of the city but with east access - and what a perfect choice! Quiet, up in the hills, with gorgeous views and excellent amenities. Easy drive to downtown but also plenty to do just in the area. Mark was a great host and we loved our short stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Another wonderful stay

This was a second visit for us. We love it here. So peaceful and comfortable and convenient. Mark and Judi are excellent hosts. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Excellent

This property was beautiful!! The views were amazing and everything was clean and comfortable!! Marc and Judi were lovely hosts and treated us like royalty!! We will return
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G., Manhattan Beach, California

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

Fabulous place!

Then unit was stocked with everything you would need, within close driving distance of points of interest, and 3 houses away from a beautiful hiking trail. The hosts were amazing and even helped me plan some activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Wonderful views and comfy living

We had an amazing week in San Rafael and the apartment was perfect. Great views of the valley from apartment, deck and pool. We got wonderful treats from the farmers market on Sunday and Thursday and enjoyed our trips to wine country. The kitchen is well stocked and we cooked several meals. The bed was great and we slept very well. This rental is perfectly located and i highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Comfortable apartment, wonderful view

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The bed and furniture were very comfortable, and the view from the unit’s balcony is fabulous. The hosts were fantastic. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth P.

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

We can’t wait to come back!

The owners were easy to communicate with during our stay. There was plenty of room for the three of us. The views were spectacular. It was convenient to a park where we could walk in nature. We will be back when we return to San Rafael.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose J., Minnesota

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

Minnesota and Marin nativy

Nice owners. Great location for hiking from or for access to other areas. If you are interested in the city it’s good for you too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Hidden Retreat

This was our first experience staying in a VRBO and it was more then we could have asked for! Everything you could need was provided, comfortable and the hosts very attentive and checked on you to make sure you didn’t need anything. Communication was great and access easy! We look forward to staying with Mark & Judi again!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Aw inspiring view

Quaint in-law quarters attached to the main house but operates independently from the house. Nicely decorated with a comfortable bed that faces a spectacular view. We really enjoyed looking out over the view at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia F.

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

Cozy gateway

Quiet and pleasant time, with clear instructions on using the amenities; I wish the weather would be better to enjoy the pool; however, give me an excuse to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

A getaway close to everything

This studio apartment has a great view, access to hiking without getting into your car, is well-appointed with responsive hosts. Parking was a little confusing but a minor issue. Would come back without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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