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Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior detail
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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San Rafael, CA
  • Place, China Camp State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees

This is a beautiful, 20-sided shingled cottage set on more than an acre of oak trees, with views of the San Francisco Bay through the trees. The property is gated with off-street parking. This unique guest house offers one bedroom with a queen bed, and a full size sofa bed in the living room. Windows in every room look out into the oaks, where you can see deer, squirrels, and occasional rabbits.

The cottage was built with the finest materials, including slate roof with copper gutters, bamboo and slate floors, granite counter tops, tumbled marble shower, and maple cabinets. A deck with glass railing encircles the entire house. There is a full kitchen with refrigerator, gas cook top, True convection oven, and dishwasher. Wireless high speed Internet and cable are included.

The Bay View Cottage is just 2 miles from charming downtown San Rafael, and about the same distance to mountain biking, hiking, and picnicking at China Camp State Park.

Don't feel like cooking? The neighborhood grocery store is about a 10 minute walk from the cottage, and their deli offers an extensive selection of salads, sandwiches and pizzas, as well as complete gourmet meals. The wine selection is incredible.

PLEASE NOTE: Guests have use of the hot tub, which is on the deck of the main house. You may use it most any time; just give us advance notice. We will close the blinds on that side of the house and you will have a sense of privacy and a view of the SF Bay.

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of China Camp State Park. Features include 1 hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, balcony and sofa bed
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Just a 4-minute drive from China Camp State Park and a few minutes from McNears Beach Country Park
As a guest of Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees, you'll find a hot tub and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This San Rafael cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 510 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 278 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armand D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay! Unique building! Loved the area, beautiful room, clean facilities. Would recommend! Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

magayr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the perfect little stay while we toured the town and nearby college. We had our two teenage daughters with us and the cottage was a perfect, cozy fit. Absolutely beautiful setting, and we loved the personal touches. VHS videos were a big hit! We even got early check-in, which was greatly appreciated for us weary travelers from Alaska.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hank F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice secluded location surrounded by trees with a view of the water
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an incredible weekend. The treehouse is magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lil h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful environment with windows everywhere to look out. Everything that was needed was there. Very clean and comfortable. The host was available and very helpful to us when we were challenged by working the tv. I highly recommend this relaxing, conveniently located, unusual place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, relaxing. Perfect get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is comfortable, clean, private and very pleasant. We enjoyed our stay very much. The driveway was a challenge, but manageable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique stay and responsive hosts. Everything was actually better than described. Thank you to Joe and Mali.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just a great stay for our family. What a beautiful spot!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellie G.

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

Perfect getaway for 2

The property was everything we were looking for to make a short getaway memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Great stay…..unique place!

Charming and fantastically unique place to stay. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

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

Fantastic place to stay!

This was such a great place to stay. The location was close to everything but also secluded and quiet. The property manager was awesome to deal with and very helpful. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa B.

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

Perfect Staycation

We came here on a weekend just to get away and it was wonderful! We were even able to watch ET on VHS, a surprise hilight of the trip :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Quick Visit to the area

Very clean, great space, very nice views and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

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

"Treehouse" stay

This place was special! We loved the unique house in the trees, the location, the view, and the host. It was not far from some really great parks, restaurants and interesting nearby towns. Highly recommended!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Awesome property!!

A great location and view. Only regret is I didn’t stay longer !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

A perfect stay

My wife and I stayed here for a couple of nights in November—it was just what we were looking for. It’s quiet and tucked away, and that view is lovely. The place is as pictured and communication with the host was great. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it anymore
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Pleasant Stay!

Very nice unit that was perfect for a quick staycation. Good communication and attentive hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I never want to leave ! Such a beautiful and serene setting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

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

Unique and beautiful private guest house with views of SF Bay

We loved our stay at this guest house on an amazingly private and treed property. It was nicely decorated and was very comfortable and included all the extras you don’t get at a hotel. It made for a great anniversary celebration! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicole g.

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

The tree house

Wonderful location close to parks and walking distance to a great little store.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara W.

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

Perfect place

It was a Very quaint and unique place. We really loved it and want to stay there again some time. The location is convenient to many things, but it is still quiet and private. It was nothing less than perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Perfect gateway to Mill, Sonoma & Napa valleys

The location made in a perfect spot for day trips north to wine country. Private and nestled into a natural setting, the cottage was clean and well equipped. Off the beaten path, with easy access to the main routes to the beauty of Northern California, this is a great vacation spot.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe was very helpful yet circumspect. He lives on the property where his guest cottage is located, but did not impose at ALL on our privacy. We didn’t even see him, yet he promptly responded on the Vbro app to any question we had. His guest cottage is charming, very clean & very private. We expected a long TO DO list before we checked out, but instead we learned that almost *nothing* was expected of us except for turning down the heat! He didn’t even ask that we take the sheets off the bed (or remove garbage & recycling)! We didn’t run the dishwasher because we didn’t use it. Joe is an A host. We loved that all cleaning issues were covered, just as they are in a hotel. We’d definitely book with Joe again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaden H.

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

Perfect tranquility

A beautiful location, the pictures shown just can not do justice. My wife and I would gladly return and enjoy this secluded feeling cottage. Could not be happier with the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024