Country Living in the Heart of Marin

Popular amenities

Parking available
Laundry
Air conditioning
Kitchen

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San Rafael, CA

Mission San Rafael Arcangel
‪4 min drive‬
Dominican University of California
‪4 min drive‬
Marin County Civic Center
‪7 min drive‬
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1 Master Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Sitting atop the Bret Harte Ridge overlooking the San Francisco Bay, this home is located in a great, quiet neighborhood on a country road yet close to all the attractions of Marin County. Wake up with the morning sun flooding your bedroom and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea on a private deck with spectacular all-around views. Very walkable level street with custom built homes ends with a trail to Old Redwoods. Neighbors' houses are far enough that you barely notice them.

The upper level has cathedral ceilings and lots of natural light. A wraparound deck goes from the living room to the family room. The kitchen has been remodeled and features newer appliances. Enjoy beautiful views of the Bay while preparing your meals in this kitchen. Enjoy breakfast or lunch on the side deck. The lower level features 2 master suites, one with a jetted tub and the other with a shower stall. At the end of the day relax on the expansive, lower deck for drinks or stretch out to do some yoga in full privacy from your neighbors or host an outdoor party with wines from your latest trip from the nearby wine country.

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Amenities

Air conditioning

Parking available

Laundry

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

San Rafael

Picnic Valley, a neighbourhood in San Rafael, is home to this holiday home. Golden Gate Bridge and Muir Woods National Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field and Bay Area Discovery Museum are also worth visiting.

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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Dominican University of California - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Marin County Civic Center - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

Richmond Transit Center - 17 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

KFC
‪Gott's Roadside - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Jamba - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Living in the Heart of Marin pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Country Living in the Heart of Marin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Living in the Heart of Marin?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Country Living in the Heart of Marin located?

Located in Picnic Valley, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mission San Rafael Arcangel, Falkirk Cultural Center and Larkspur Ferry Terminal. Marin Country Mart and Kentfield Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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About the host

Your host

I have lived in California for 36 years having moved from Denver, Colorado to start a Graduate Program in Counseling. Upon completion of the program I decided to stay and enjoy the outdoor opportunities that the Bay Area has to offer as well as the progressive, forward and creative culture. I''m retired now from my Psychotherapy practice with Kaiser Permanente for several years. I'm married and have lived with my husband, Robert in our beautiful home for the past 23 years in San Rafael. We both love and enjoy the outdoors that Marin has to offer, hiking, biking and camping. We both have family in Europe and often visit our extended family and friends as well as enjoy traveling to new and out-of-the-way places. We decided to host because we want to share the beauty and peace of Marin county with others who are seeking a serene retreat.

Why they chose this property

We choose our neighborhood because it is a quiet, peaceful and safe tight-knit community of neighbors with a feel of the country yet just minutes away from public transportation to the ferry for San Francisco or the SMART TRAIN to take you to the wine country.

What makes this property unique

Our home is sun drenched with lots of light throughout the day due to its cathedral ceilings and sliding glass doors overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The wrap around decks invite the outdoors inside for entertaining or a quiet morning or afternoon of yoga surrounded in privacy from your neighbors. This place is close to all the attractions of the Bay Area but offers a serene refuge at the end of the day to relax and restore.

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