Location: Mill Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (Ten minutes North of Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco) View Map
Accommodations: Duplex, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-6)
Located in the lower level of a three-story 1919 Late Victorian cottage, with a separate gated entry court yard garden, this charming, spacious one-bedroom suite is 729 SF-almost three times as large as a typical hotel room-and can sleep 4 comfortably (space available to sleep 6 maximum with available queen size Aerobed). It is less than a two minute walk to the Mill Valley Plaza and Depot, Sequoia Theatre/Mill Valley Film Festival, Mill Valley Outdoor Art Club and Sweetwater Saloon, less than a three minute walk to City Hall, three coffee houses, twenty restaurants and popular Mill Valley Market (Grocery, Produce and Meat Departments, Delicatessen, Wine and Spirits and Ready-to-Eat Foods) and easy walking distance to 142 Throckmorton Theatre, the Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival and Mill Valley Library.
Situated in Mill Valley's best weather area, the rental suite location is ideally suited for: (1) Vacations; (2) Family or guest holiday visits; (3) Business travel; (4) Extended stays due to re-location or house-hunting; (5) Temporary housing due to home construction, alterations or additions and (6) Close proximity for reception or party preparation at Mill Valley Outdoor Art Club.
Mill Valley is a picturesque California town of 14,000 residents and creative hideaway situated on the eastern slope of Mount Tamalpais. Nestled among redwoods, hills and canyons, Mill Valley is only ten minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge and City of San Francisco, yet less than one hour from Sonoma County and Napa Valley Wine Country.
What sets Historical Mill Valley apart is not just the spectacular physical beauty of its setting, but equally its human environment-uniquely combining tranquility and liveliness, privacy and community involvement, urban sophistication and village charm. Starting in 1905 with The Dipsea Race, the first cross-country race in the country, Mill Valley has a rich cultural tradition with the Mountain Play in 1913, the Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival in 1957, the Marin Theatre Company, a professional regional theatre in 1966, the Mill Valley Film Festival in 1978 and 142 Throckmorton Theatre recently revived, although in existence since 1915 and the legendary Sweetwater Saloon, primarily a blues and jazz venue, relocated and re-opening soon.
Mill Valley is flanked by the picturesque City of Sausalito, 10 minutes south and the Town of Tiburon 10 minutes east with Angel Island State Park only a one mile ride (via Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry), all on San Francisco Bay. Although Mill Valley is close to San Francisco, it is adjacent to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and only 10 minutes to the Muir Woods National Monument and Tennessee Valley Trail head, 20 minutes to Muir Beach, or Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, 30 minutes to Stinson Beach and less than an hour to Point Reyes National Seashore.
Although one recommends longer stays, Mill Valley is only a 2-1/2 hour day trip to Monterey and Carmel and four hours to spectacular Lake Tahoe or Yosemite National Park; Yosemite Valley is a 'must see' during one's lifetime and one of the most beautiful places in the world during late spring.
Click on the "Additional Downtown Vacation Rental Information" link below for additional photographs of Rental plus San Francisco Bay Area links.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Compact Washer-Dryer in unit, complementary use; laundry soap/bleach provided.
- Dryer: Compact Washer-Dryer in unit, complementary use.
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Available for $10 night; free street parking available in front of rental with some restrictions.
- Gas Fireplace: Gas Fireplace also a supplemental heater.
- Beds
- King Bed: California King.
- Convertible Bed: Sofa Queen size sleeper with 1-1/2" thick pillow top. Space for optional--with advanced notice--Queen size AeroBed for a one-time $25.00 cleaning and access charge.
- Crib: With advanced notice, portable crib available for one-time $25.00 setup and cleaning charge; meets Federal and JPMA Certified baby crib Standards and includes mattress, waterproof pad, crib sheets (1 additional provided), blanket and bumpers.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Complementary DirecTV service with HBO. 32" HDTV in cabinet over Living Room fireplace and 23" flat panel LCD in Bedroom.
- DVD
- Video Library: Complementary twelve (6 children) DVD's in Rental (rotated from inventory and season)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Music available from HBO, iMac CD, iTunes Radio with stereo speakers or your iPod/iPhone connection to iMac
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stainless steel appliances (gas range, hood, dishwasher, refrigerator, disposer), black granite counters, painted wood cabinets with full height pantry, coffee maker/bean grinder, popcorn maker, toaster, mixer, microwave, juicer.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully stocked with basic condiments and spices, kitchen includes all cooking utensils and place settings for 8; complementary popcorn and Peet's coffee during stay.
- Refrigerator: Stainless steel refrigerator and freezer.
- Dishwasher: Stainless steel Bosch
- Microwave: Portable
- Catering Available: Catering available from several restaurants; additional take-out available within walking distance.
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: Private entry court garden with water fountain and sitting area for two.
- Communications
- Telephone: NO TELEPHONE PROVIDED: As most Guests have mobile telephones and to keep our rates low by not monitoring Long Distance charges, we do not provide telephone service.
- Computer: Apple iMac (Wireless Internet) with printer, desk, chair, paper, complementary home office supplies and equipment.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Complementary High-Speed Wireless for iMac computer or guest laptops.
- Other Amenities
- A Wilford Wong 88 Pt's+ rated bottle of Napa or Sonoma County wine, fresh flowers and one pound of Peet's Coffee upon arrival (each week for longer rentals) , Dining table seating six (6) expands to seat eight (8), Iron provided, Iron Board available with advance notice, Certified (CPR, etc.) baby sitter may be available with advance notice.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Except as required by the disabled
- Kid Friendly: Several parks within walking (2-4 blocks) distance, Mill Valley Recreation Center with public pool for small guest fee.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 21 years or older, unless accompanied by Adult.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smokers must completely leave the property to smoke.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Spectacular physical beauty of its setting, Liveliness and privacy and community involvement, Urban sophistication and village charm, The Dipsea Race--the first cross-country race in the country, Mountain Play, Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival, Marin Theatre Company--professional regional theatre, Mill Valley Film Festival, 142 Throckmorton Theatre, Sweetwater Saloon--primarily a blues and jazz venue.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
3-6 Nights......(3-night minimum).......$179*
7-13 Nights.....(1 week = $1,113*)......$159*
14-20 Nights...(2 weeks = $2,086*)......$149*
21-27 Nights...(3 weeks = $2,919*)..... $139*
*Includes 10% Transient Occupancy Tax for a period less than 30 consecutive days
ONE Month= $3,612; TWO months= $3,332; THREE (+) months= $3,052 (No Monthly Taxes)
A Refundable Damage/Reservation deposit of $200 is required to reserve Rental.
Payments may be made through PayPal, including credit cards on our Website.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Downtown Mill Valley Large One Bedroom Rental
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Mill Valley
The rental is located close to downtown Mill Valley and in the best weather area, additionally close to parks and Mount Tamalpais.
The Unique Benefits at this Duplex
In addition to being within walking distance to over 20 restaurants, live theatre, cinema, market, coffee houses, shopping and other downtown amenities, it is a very large One-Bedroom (729 SF), almost three times as large as a typical hotel room, and large enough to entertain up to eight people.
Center of Downtown (Old Depot, currently a coffee shop and book store) Twenty restaurants within two blocks.
Grocery, Produce and Meat Departments, Delicatessen, Wine and Spirits and Ready-to-Eat Foods
Live entertainment including Tuesday night comedy, dramatic and musical theatre, comedy performances, jazz, classical concerts, cabaret, dance, youth performances and film presentations.
Tennis Courts, Play Structures, Picnic Area, Baseball& Softball Fields, Creek.
Nestled in amongst majestic redwood trees and a creek, the nine hole course plays 4,123 yards if you play 18 with challenging approach shots and undulating greens.
The existing architectural award winning library was built in 1966 next to Old Mill Park, next to Cascade Creek and across from Old Mill School.
Play Structures, Redwoods, adjacent to Cascade Creek; home to Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival in September.
Owner's Map of Mill Valley
Daniel and Michelle Archer are the owners and live on the upper two levels of the duplex. Daniel is an architect and Michelle is the Business Development Director for marketing firm. They have three children, their youngest daughter attends Mill Valley Middle School.
Property Photos
- Rental in Lower Level of 1919 Late Victorian Cottage - Mill Valley Downtown Duplex Rental - Ten Minutes North of Golden Gate Bridge
- Entry Trellis from Street - Mill Valley Downtown Duplex Rental - Ten Minutes North of Golden Gate Bridge
- Private Entry Courtyard and Patio - Mill Valley Downtown Duplex Rental - Ten Minutes North of Golden Gate Bridge
- Living Area from entry toward fireplace/TV with Sofa and Queen Sofa Bed at wall
- Kitchen with Stainless Steel Refrigerator, DW, Gas Range and Hood + Pantry
- Dining Area looking Southeast
- Living Area looking East toward Dining Room and Entry Courtyard
- Desk, Computer & Printer at Living Area (Bedroom, Kitchen + entry in background)
- Bedroom with California King Bed, 2 night tables and Dresser looking North
- Bedroom looking east toward dresser (dressing area/bathroom entry in background)
- Bathroom with glass enclosed shower and bath
- Floor Plan and Furniture Layout
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