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Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views

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Bedroom that extends entire upstairs floor
Same bedroom but with a new bed, Belgian linens and organic duvets
breath-taking views of San Francisco, Alcatraz and Angel Island from Old Town
private porch with partial water view great for watching sunrises and sailboats
charming entrance to invites you to relax and unwind

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 279.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Sausalito, CA
  • Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Marin Headlands
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Alcatraz Island
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sausalito, CA (JMC-Commodore Center Heliport)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views

This 1910 carriage house is a separate 850 sq. foot home in the beautiful back garden of owner's historic family property in old town Sausalito (a breathtaking fisherman’s seaside town right over San Francisco golden gate.
Cottage features include:

• be inspired by the home's wonderful character throughout interior - fresh and airy painted all white interior and lovely hardwood floors, bead board ceilings and trim, shingle exterior. Renovated kitchen with granite countertops, appliances, and tile flooring. Victorian-style pedestal sink in bathroom with shower. Bedroom upstairs is on its own floor with high ceilings and lovely hardwood floors reminiscent of boat deck flooring. Partial view of san francisco bay from front porch, as well as your living room, kitchen, and upstairs bedroom for watching sailboat on SF Bay. Private garden entrance through picket fence with easy street parking using owner's free guest parking pass that is provided during your stay.

• convenient access to inspire walking and public transportation - only 2 blocks to the waterfront, restaurants and public transportation bus stop, grocery store and laundromat/dry cleaning service, 10 minutes to the Sausalito ferry terminal and shopping boutiques in town in one direction, and marin headlands national park in the other direction. 15 minutes into San Francisco across the golden gate or 30-45 minutes by bicycle.

• fully furnished with all necessities including queen size bed, dining table and chairs, side tables, couch, rugs, dishware and much more all in owner signature urban farmhouse style . Enjoy one-of-a-kind vintage items hand selected by owner at antique markets around the world designed to inspire you to slow down, simplify, and live life with passion.


NOTE: this is a non-smoking property. No smoking is allowed inside the property or anywhere on property garden or exterior grounds.

We have a remove shoes policy for all guests and visitors. This helps to keep cottage fresh and allergy free. We provide a convenient boot tray for guests to park shoes. Thank you!

Property manager

Yasmine McGrane

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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
No smoking anywhere on property grounds
1. Guests can leave before the 30 day minimum if they wish. 2. All guests must remove shoes before entering cottage

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sausalito

Sausalito is home to this holiday home. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. 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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Sausalito, CA

What's nearby

  • Sausalito Visitors Kiosk - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Presidio of San Francisco - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Marin Headlands - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Alcatraz Island - 15 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 13 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 18 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪No Name Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Joinery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lappert's Ice Cream - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Carriage House with Beautiful Bay Views located?

Situated in Sausalito, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Golden Gate Bridge and within 6 miles (10 km) of Presidio of San Francisco and Marin Headlands. Baker Beach and Rodeo Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

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

Lovely spot

My husband and I enjoyed several days in this lovely carriage house. We had a late night check in, and were pleased to have a dedicated parking spot and easy, private access to the cottage. The jasmine covering the porch was a special sight. Linen couches and overstuffed pillows were delightful and contributed to our goal of relaxation. The bed was very comfortable and we could see the water from the bedroom window. David checked on us frequently and gave recommendations for meals. We had wonderful meals at The Barrel Room, Sushi Ran, enjoyed coffee and lunch at Equator Cafe, and grabbed groceries as needed from the market down the street. (The croissant with almond cream was insane). After charging our electric car rental at the Mill Valley Safeway, we had a quick drive to places like The Marine Mammal Rescue Center, Sonoma, the City, Point Reyes, and more. Sausalito is a gem, and we loved being so close to stunning views, delicious meals, and a beautiful nest for when we were ready to rest. Thank you Yasmeen and David!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Perfect little getaway

We had everything we needed and it was a beautiful little place to stay. I particularly enjoyed the view out the windows and how easy it was to get around to things. Perfect location to walk around Sausalito. We had a car and drove to Big Sur, Point Reyes and of course, San Francisco. It was peaceful coming home after a long day of adventures. Thanks for sharing you cottage with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

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

Casual Cottage Charm

I would absolutely stay again in this charming cottage. The hosts are equally charming and the location is ideal for exploring Marin and quick access to work and playtime in the city. The cottage (and garden) is comfortable, casual, welcoming and quiet. I highly recommend this experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

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

Charming Place to Temporarily Call Home

For 35 days I was able to call this charming Carriage House home. The location and beauty of the neighborhood is nothing short of stunning. The property managers are responsive to all your needs. Would rent this property again!
Stayed 35 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

dwight h., park city

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

Sausalito cottage

The location could not have been more perfect for biking and hiking adventures, and for walkability to old town, shops, and restaurants. We loved our stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anneke M.

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

Beautiful home in perfect location!

Yasmine is a wonderful, responsive host. This house is beautifully decorated, clean, and in a perfect location in Sausalito with easy access to restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanne F.

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

Sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Gartenhäuschen in Sausalito

Zwei-Raum-Gartenhäuschen, liebevoll und geschmackvoll eingerichtet , alles vorhanden, was man braucht, und noch einiges mehr (Gewürze, Seifen, Duschgel, Toilettenpapier) , alles total sauber, superbequeme Betten, stets ansprechbare freundliche Vermieter, alles war hier toll!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane C., Philadelphia

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

Wonderful spot

After a train trip across the country, with stops in Glaicer NP and the Oregon coast, San Francisco's busy-ness and noise was a shock! We were happy to retreat to Sausalito, and to this lovely carriage house, to finish our journey. We hiked to the Golden Gate bridge lookout and took the shuttle to Muir Woods, all without a car. The ferry to the city is fun and fast. We had a lovely time in this beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Beautiful and cozy home!

Great place to relax and calm down after long walk in the city. Enjoy ocean view and comfort in this beautiful and stylish french style home. Easy access to a hard but rewarding hike to Hawk Hill with a great view of GGB and SF Bay. Memorable stay! Worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Great Little Cottage with beautiful views

We really enjoyed our stay. We had to change our travel plans due to the wild fire smoke/air quality in Bay Area and Yasmine was very flexible and accommodating with the changes. We look forward to staying here again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samuel D.

Amazing host, amazing location, amazing everything

Yasmine and her family are so inviting and sweet. Her daughter even brought us a box of her toys for our 1 year old to play with. The Carrage House was perfect, equipped with everything you need. Every morning we woke up and made coffee with the grounds that Yasmine had given us as a welcome gift from her favorite local cafe. We sat out on the front deck and watched the sunrise with the wonderful aroma of the honeysuckles growing all around. It's walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the Ferry. Sausalito is a beautiful quaint town and everyday there was spectacular. Yasmine was full of helpful information, which we greatly appreciated as first time visitors. We will definitely be coming back and look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Kathleen T.

It is a lovely property and a gracious hostess- have to warn about the sofa bed- don't use it!

Good location- just take ferry to San Francisco- lovely hostess- avoid sofa bed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C., Ringwood, NJ USA

Great location, friendly homeowners,

This was a fantastic location, a nice walk to the ferry and restaurants. Our kind host provided excellent dining recommendations. It was also a great jumping off point for redwoods, golden gate views, lighthouses, point reyes and of course, San Francisco. We especially enjoyed dining at Le Garage which is local.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Lots of character

Lots of character, great location, nicely furnished.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jensen C., Charlottesville, Virginia

We absolutely loved our stay in Sausalito!

The carriage house was perfect for me and my husband. Yasmine provided everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed exploring Sausalito and it was also easy to take a quick Uber over to San Francisco! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Quaint and comfortable

Quiet, clean, safe, comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy and Dean B., Granger, IN

Great getaway spot!

Great place to stay. Super comfortable bed, nice decor, enjoyable views and wonderful host. Would return again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Helen G.

Cute convenient cottage

Lovely very quiet location convenient for ferry to city.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Beautiful, unique property and ideal location.

Lovely, cared for property. Really well equipped and in a great location for those wanting relaxation in Sausalito whilst providing good access to San Fransisco. Lovely hosts too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful Rustic Getaway

Stayed here for Honeymoon/2nd Anniversary, and our stay was wonderful. Beautiful neighborhood away from the hustle of the city, while still close enough to take shuttle to Muir Woods, ferry to the city, and walking distance to restaurants, grocery stores, and water front. Carriage house had everything we needed, and Yasmine was so accommodating and friendly. Wish we could have stayed longer, but then we never would have wanted to come back home. We would recommend staying here whether it is a quick trip or an extended stay. Sausalito and the Carriage House were a perfect place to relax, unwind, and get away from the stress of everyday life.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

DON W., WATERVILLE OHIO

Comfortable, quite, convenient

Sausalito is a wonderful, friendly, safe community but oh how sad the city of San Fran has become. Perhaps a microcosm ( or not so micro) of what's to come of the much of urban CA. The Carriage House cottage was very nice. The neighborhood was so quiet and calm yet a short walk to all the goings on in town. Just a few steps from the car to the front door. Perfect. Highly recommend Sausalito and a stay at the Carriage House.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Carol A., Santa Rosa, Ca

Cute Sausalito

We enjoyed our Sausalito 4 night break. Cottage spotlessly clean, very nice bedding and extremely comfortable furniture. Bathroom is downstairs from bedroom, and has a small shower area. Thought we would miss a TV to end our days, but the WiFi was excellent so we were able to entertain ourselves or just quietly read with a glass of wine. Sometimes no news is good news, a good chance to break free from all the politics. Only used the car once, and even though the hill steep, we enjoyed the challenge each day on our walk back. Downtown Sausalito and marina just 10 minutes away. We found the steps a better return route option for us, there is a bench halfway up to catch your breath and enjoy the view. Yasmine very responsive to any needs. We had perfect weather. Made use of the ferry to San Francisco, a very convenient place to stay to enjoy the Bay Area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Tammy C., Nashville, Tennessee

Quaint and perfect for our busy stay!

Brought my son to SF as a graduation gift. We had such a busy schedule we really didn’t get to spend a lot of time at the cottage, but with the little time we did spend it was perfect for our busy travel schedule. The bed and couch exceptionally comfortable! Because we were in and out so much we didn’t get a chance to meet-up with the owner, but she was very welcoming by messaging us and checked in on us frequently to ensure our comfort. The view at a glance, might appear like you can’t see much at first, but actually it was pretty awesome to wake up to especially in a nice blue sky day. Perfectly Located within proximity to everything. Parking was great every day. We thoroughly enjoyed the stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Lovely carriage house

Lovely carriage house in a great location. The bedroom is extremely large and very comfortable! I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Wonderful place!

My two daughters ( 18 years and 23) and I stayed here for a week during our Spring Break! We absolutely loved it! Sausalito is such a cute little town and away from the business of San Fran. The carriage house was set up great with everything that we needed. We got in a little late on Wednesday, but Yasmine's husband was there to let us in (even though the key was left for us!) . Yasmine was so thoughtful and left coffee from Cibo's (a great coffee shop in Sausalito that you must go to.) . She also had a yummy galette (that my daughters wolfed down immediately.) The kitchen had everything that we needed and were able to cook several of our meals there. It was a bit chilly during our stay, but there were space heaters that helped warm us up. As far as sleeping, there was plenty of room for the three of us to snooze upstairs. Two shared a bed, and the other used the mattress pad on the floor. Staying here gave us the opportunity to explore Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, as well as Rodeo Beach which is a short drive (or bike ride) from the house. Once again, we loved the carriage house!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Yasmine McGrane

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I am the founder of the lifestyle brand Maison reve (means dream home in french). My mother is suisse french and i grew up in Montreal. As a child, we were raised to enjoy simple living and now my passion is to inspire others to slow the pace of our busy lives down so we fully enjoy the moment of everyday life. My business has been featured in several national magazines showcasing our signature urban farmhouse design style that you will experience at the carriage house. I live with my Australian born husband (from Sydney) and our two children in our 1893 Victorian home that we fully restored a few years ago.

Why they chose this property

Our main home and this seperate detached 1910 historic carriage house in the back garden of property are completely magical. I knew they were special the minute I first walked inside. They are one of the oldest houses in the whole Bay area, main house was built in 1893 by a shipyard captain with the carriage house in 1910. We spent 2 years fully restoring both places and the gardens. We feel very blessed to live in such a wonderful place and raise our young children here. It's not just the spectacular view and all the places to explore, it's the birds that visit the garden each morning, the lovely trees and just the energy of this place is serene. When my husband and I stand on our front porch at night and watch the moon and stars above catching the shimmering light on the Bay it still takes our breath away every time.

What makes this property unique

The views inspire you to feel grateful for everything in life. The location inspires you to walk to the downtown, take a ferry and explore San Francisco, Napa or Sonoma wine country, the redwood trees in Muir Woods, the lovely California beaches or skiing in Lake Tahoe. The property is a magical retreat in the heart of everything you want to experience. We feel enormously grateful to be able to share this with others from all around the world.

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