Location: Sausalito, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (Sausalito, California, USA (10 mins from San Francisco)) View Map
Accommodations: Houseboat, Studio + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
This jewel of a houseboat offers the perfect retreat space to get away and relax, to drink in the sunlight shimmering off the water that is a step away from your door. In this peacefulness, you will sleep like never before, rocked gently by the Bay and serenaded by the gentle sound of birdsong and halyards chiming in the marina across the way.
This unique home is an actual boat, (not a floating home on a flat concrete hull like other houseboats)so you will feel her move gently underfoot as you make yourself comfortable here. Her bright yellow walls, whitewashed wainscoting and cheerful Provencal fabrics make her feel like a floating Beach Cottage. Her surprisingly spacious open plan interior (she's 12 feet wide at the beam, and 35 feet long) is comfortably appointed with soft cream carpet, and warm wood floors. There is a cozy sleeping berth at the stern, with windows looking out across a gaily planted window box. Plenty of closet space behind crisp white canvas curtains.
The bathroom has a shower stall (which works just fine for anyone under 6'2") and basin, toilet etc (all plumbing and electricity aboard is just like a regular home, you don't need to 'pump the head')The kitchen is remarkably roomy and equipped with everything you need to make yourself at home, whether brewing a simple cup of tea of creating dinner for four. All the china and glass are high quality owner's favorites. There are stocks of tea, olive oil, and other kitchen supplies so that you can just make yourself right at home. No need to buy up the grocery store before arriving.
The Main Cabin has stunning views across a quiet inlet of the Bay, and you can step right out of the Dutch door to the garden float, into another world. The plantings will make you think you are in England, while the proximity to diving cormorants, geese and ducks swimming by and curious seals surfacing just feet away will make you think you are IN the Discovery Channel.
You can dine in the boat, outside in the garden, or there is a community area at the top of your access ramp with dining table and chairs, plus benches, which you are welcome to use, and enjoy the beautiful sunset views of Mount Tamalpais. The neighbors are friendly and from all parts of the globe, so you will find yourself feeling at home within moments of arriving.
Sunbathe on the back deck, curl up with a good book on the comfy built-in sofas, or wander the neighboring docks. Explore the extensive bicycle paths surrounding the houseboat community on the bike provided, or rent kayaks from the nearby beach (5 mins) and take your own tour of the waterfront homes. Swimming Pool in Mill Valley (10 mins by bike) and a Gym at the end of the dock.
Across the street from our parking lot is the bus to San Francisco which is a 25 minute ride. Or connect to the ferry which is a 30 minute ride. Drive to the wine country in 30 minutes. Drive to Mill Valley (5 Mins) and up Mt. Tamalpais (15 mins). Muir Woods is 15 minutes away and Stinson Beach is about 1/2 hour away.
Please be aware that the maximum number of guests is two, and that the boat is not suitable for children. It makes a fabulous getaway/retreat for one person,for a week, or a romantic hideaway for a couple for a weekend. In writing to inquire, please tell me a little about yourself and what you are looking for from your vacation, and I can tell you whether the boat would be a good fit for you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided: organic cotton sheets, luxury spa towels
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed: Queen size
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: (Toaster Oven, not a full size oven)
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Private Chef available
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: Floating Garden deck, 12 feet bu 12 feet
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Certain International calls also free
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Large Floating Garden attached to boat, Bicycle, Bose iPod docking station, Poetry Books,Local History Books,Printer.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$175/night, Three night minimum for the holidays, Two person maximum
$50 Cleaning Fee
Possibly available Christmas week, otherwise closed for the winter
Contact owner for more details.
Payment by PayPal for convenience
Security Deposit Required
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Unique Houseboat with Floating Garden and Open Water Views
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Sausalito
I fell in love with life on the waterfront here in this unique houseboat community when I was traveling through California, taking a sabbatical from my hectic life in London. And now I am lucky enough to live here full time. I love my little boat, and its history, which I am happy to share with you; she is a converted World War Two Landing Craft (although I don't think she actually saw action on the beaches of France - she seems in too good a condition for that!). Initially I rented her from her previous owner, Marta, who had lived aboard for almost thirty years. Marta and I became good friends - she was full of tales from the early days of people settling these docks. When Marta died I was able to buy the boat from her children and do some substantial upgrading, while keeping all the charm of the original intact.
The most amazing fresh fish served daily - hidden secret http://www.331fish.com/
Wonderful French Food - outside seating available http://www.legaragebistrosausalito.com/
Voted among the Top Five Restaurants in the entire Bay Area http://www.sushiran.com/
Family run, friendly, Asian/California cuisine http://www.kittisplace.com/
newly opened cafe - great for breakfasts and sandwiches - outdoor seating available
Owner's Map of Sausalito
I am a writer and leadership coach, originally from England - my friends call me Brit by the Bay
Property Photos
- view from the floating garden - Sausalito Houseboat in the San Francisco Bay
- Main Cabin and Kitchen - Sausalito Houseboat in the San Francisco Bay
- view thro Main Cabin to Garden Float - Sausalito Houseboat in the San Francisco Bay
- Bedroom/Berth
- exterior shot
- from the water
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #246418
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