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Charming Mediterranean Guest House

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Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Rafael, CA
  • Place, Falkirk Cultural Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪44 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.

Charming Mediterranean Guest House

1930 Modern Mediterranean with clean and clutter free design allows guest to settle in and make it their own.

The wood burning fireplace in the living room provides warmth and coziness after a long day checking out the local sites.

Private entrance, full kitchen, laundry, second floor patio, Juliette balcony off the primary, arched windows and doorways and original light fixtures and door handles provide a special experience here on G street.

20 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco in beautiful Marin County. We are on the way to wine country, 15 minutes to Rodeo Beach for surfing and trail hiking and biking or 10 minutes from Tiburon.

The space
It is a two story, owner occupied duplex. We are located on a quiet treelined street in a sought after neighborhood.

We are two blocks from Johnny Doughnuts for early coffee and sweets, dinner at The Kitchen Table or late night karaoke and trivia night at The Mayflower Pub.

Guest Access:
Guests have full, private access to the left side of the duplex.

Other things to note:
We cater to couples with little ones because we know first hand how hard it is to be in a one room hotel with a sleeping baby.

We provide a pack-n-play, bedding, baby bath, sound machine, black out curtains, bibs, flatware and sippy cups in hopes you can feel like you're on vacation too.

This mom of two boys and former nanny/preschool teacher is also happy to babysit if you need a night out.

Important Note: There is a narrow stairway that leads up to the two bedrooms and only bathroom.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Concierge services and laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Services include a concierge and babysitting
  • 10 minutes on foot from Mission San Rafael Arcangel and a 3-minute drive from San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
As a guest of Charming Mediterranean Guest House, you'll find concierge services and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Let me know estimated departure time.
Return keys to the mailbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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.

Charming Mediterranean Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mindy N., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet duplex in a lovely neighborhood! Neighbors walking their dogs … surrounded by trees on a quiet residential street. We were visiting local family and the home and location were a perfect spot. Our family of three was comfortable in each room - great bedding - and my teen appreciated his balcony and desk setup. The kitchen is fully equipped and the bathroom amenities are well stocked! You will enjoy the private entrance and easy parking, as well as the easy walk to shops and restaurants. Grocery is also very close by. Note that there is a steep, winding staircase to the upstairs bedrooms and one bathroom. Great communication leading up to and during our visit - instructions are very clear. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is quaint and ideally located in Marin however interior finishes which contribute to comfort were lacking. The shower and bath need repair, the sheets were old and flannel, no outlets in the main bedroom, dimly lit bedroom. I fell down the stairs because the railing is not up to code. The hosts were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had such a great experience staying here! Chamin was incredibly responsive and accommodating. She let us check in early and didn’t rush us at checkout, which made our trip so much smoother. The home itself is adorable, spotless, and very well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The location is perfect — easy to find, close to everything, yet quiet and peaceful. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend this place and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy R.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily R., Oakland, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great spot for our stay in San Rafael! We loved that we could walk to shops and restaurants. Street parking was easy. Kitchen is well provisioned. The host was friendly and responsive. We appreciated all the amenities provided for young children!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely part of town

This beautiful place on the quiet tree lined street was convienent to everywhere we wanted to go.Chamin was very accomodating and easy to reach!A lovely weekend in San Raphael.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding trip

Very attractive, relaxing, comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmini S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy, cute stay

Chamin's home was wonderful. The place was spotless and the beds had the softest sheets. Highly recommend staying at Chamin's if you're in San Rafael!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bilyan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfectly charming

We enjoyed our stay in this very charming house in a very quiet and parking friendly street in San Rafael. Everything was very clean and the bedding some of the softest I have ever seen in a rental place. The hosts were very gracious and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reconnect with friends

Beautiful property, peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Rafa

The property was exactly as advertised. Clean and well appointed with plenty of space for a family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience!

Chamin is a wonderfulful and gracious host, and maintains a charming rental property. The unit is located on a quiet street within walking distance of downtown, where there are several delightful cafes, shops, and restaurants. The unit is tastefully decorated with everything you need and the beds are very comfortable. The host went out of her way to make us feel welcomed and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and Convenient

This listing is exactly how it’s described. Chamin was a great host and provided everything we could possibly require. Location is great. Walking distance to shops and restaurants and a short drive to the highway. Felt very welcomed and comfortable during our stay.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location. Perfect Host

We had a wonderful stay. The host was so accommodating. Very thoughtful with amenities. Loved the wood fireplace.
Stayed 24 nights in Dec 2024