Romantic Coastal Cottage Dillon Beach, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 40075

Front of Cottage, Picket Fence, Geranium Flower Boxes, Ocean in Background.

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Location: Dillon Beach, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (25 minutes from Petaluma)

Accommodations:  Cabin, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)

Romantic, Coastal, Arts and Crafts Style, Cottage built in 1911 as an artist studio. "Full Circle" has an all redwood interior, 17 foot vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, 180 degree ocean view, filled with period antiques, lighting and artwork. Known as "the cutest house in the village", at Dillon Beach. Located just 200 steps from the beach.

The cottage has been lovingly restored by the owners, a well known interior designer and a restoration general contractor. Perfect for the discriminating renter who wants the best of what Dillon Beach has to offer.

Upon check-in, you are welcomed with a bottle of "Full Circle" Sonoma organic wine, fresh cut flowers, live orchids, plush towells, freshly laundered Frette Italian linen robes and custom "Full Circle" organic hand soaps by Botanie. The two queen size beds are made with 800 thread count cotton sheets, down comforters and down pillows.

Wake up each morning to the sun streaming in the magnificent gable stained glass, church window, watch the waves roll in on the beach from your bed in the loft, spend your days relaxing in steamer chairs on the deck overlooking the ocean, enjoy a hot tub with a whitewater ocean view and watch the sun set on the ocean, gather around the fire ring on the back patio and enjoy a glass of "Full Circle" organic wine, have dinner under the stars on the deck, fall asleep by the fire and to the sounds of the waves breaking on the beach.

This cottage is pure romantic bliss.

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The "story" of the cottage was recently featured in The New York Times. See link below.

Also see link to our Oceanfront Penthouse Villa on the Big Island of Hawaii.




Photos by Brett Ferguson

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: 800 Thread Count Sheets. Plush Hotel Towels. Down Comforters and Pillows
  • Wood Stove: Waterford Woodstove
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2)
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: Flat Screen with Blue Ray DVD Player
  • DVD
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Private Hot Tub: Large "Hot Springs" hot tub with a white water ocean view. Maintained and kept extra clean by a pool service.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Coffeemaker, Six Burner Heartland Retro Gas Stove with Convection Oven, Bosch Dishwasher, Microwave, Blender, Food Processor, French Style Sink, Toaster, Cooking Utensils, Glass and Silverware.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: Large wood deck with teak patio furniture, steamer chairs and dramatic ocean views. Lower concrete patio with hot tub, gas barbeque and ocean views..
• View/Location
  • Beach View: Dramatic white water ocean and sunset views.
  • Ocean View: Dramatic Views. Whale Watching in Season.
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Fresh cut flowers, bottle of Napa/Sonoma wine, robes, towels and new soaps upon check-in, Beds are made with 600 thread count sheets, down comforters, and down pillows, Large "Hot Springs Spa" hot tub with a whitewater ocean view, Wood heat stove by "Waterford", full gourmet kitchen with all new retro-appliances by "Heartland", 6 burner gas stove with electric convection oven, espresso/coffee maker, claw-foot tub and shower. Fishing, claming and bogie board gear.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): At street level in the front but steps to the back yard.
  • Not Suitable for Children: Exceptions for well supervised children.
  • Smoking Not Allowed: NO SMOKING inside or outside of the cottage.
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing

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Rental Rates for Two.. $275/weeknight .. $650/weekend .. $1500/week.
* Plus $25 Cleaning Charge Per Person at Check Out
Add $25 per weeknight and weekend for each additional person.
Add $100 a week for each additional person.
Two Night Minimum

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 07/26/09
  Positive Rating
  Sue Knebes , Tierra Verde, FL
  • My husband and I recently stayed at Full circle for two weeks. The cottage and setting are even better than the pictures show it to be. Tom thought of everything to make our stay more comfortable including private label wine and soap, fresh flowers, quality bedding, up-to-date electronics (includiing WiFi and Ipod speakers) and high-end furniture and fixtures. We spent our time hiking in nearby Fort Reyes or walking the beaches and neighborhoods of Dillon Beach and then eased our aching muscles at night in the hot tub. Tom makes everything easy and has competent people making sure that everything is well taken care of. We have stayed in many vrbo properties and this one definitely has the most attention to detail.
• 05/13/09
  Positive Rating
  Spencer Schubert , Wichita,Ks
  • My wife Linda and I have stayed at the cottage 5 times over the last 6 years.Tom has been the finest host, and his attention to detail has been exemplarily. Our first stay was the most comfort we had experienced anywhere. Every stay thereafter Tom has made improvements that make The Full Circle even more comfortable. The first time I set in the overstuffed leather chair next to the wood burning stove, with a hot cup of coffee, after a long walk on the beach, I was in Heaven. Thank you Tom and Robin for all the love and effort you have put into The Full Circle it is truly the best reward any person can give oneself Sincerely Spencer
• 04/02/09
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  Marc , San Francisco, CA
  • Tom has done a wonderful job with this place. We recently stayed at this property for a weekend and had such a relaxing and comfortable time in this cozy house. Great amenities and what a beautiful view, just a short distance from SF. A real gem in Marin County. Can't say enough positive things about it. Would definitely stay here again and have told all of our friends and family about it!
• 01/25/09
  Positive Rating
  Michele Smith , Oxford UK
  • We rented the cottage for the week over New Year and it was even nicer than we imagined. We have a perfect week there and everything, even down to the soap, was beautifully chosen. We will definitely come back, thank you.
• 01/11/09
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  Michael ,
  • My girlfriend rented this cottage as a surprise for my birthday in January. Without a doubt, the best gift I've ever received. The cottage is amazing - well appointed, extremely comfortable, lots of character, and a stunning view no matter where you go.
• 12/30/08
  Positive Rating
  Jodel V. de Oliveira , Oakland, CA
  • This is a spectacular home with charming details at every turn. With expansive ocean views, a fantastic gourmet kitchen, and the most luxurious of comforts to be had, this indeed was a dream come true holiday. Thank you so very much.
• 12/24/08
  Positive Rating
  A & C , Livermore, CA
  • If you are looking for a Romantic getaway on the California coast this is the place !!!!! My wife and I spent a very romantic weekend away at this lovely house in November and loved it. The location was perfect and the windows facing the ocean and allowing us the sounds and view of the crashing waves was out of this world. The interior was richly decorated and very comfortable. The upstairs bed was soooo comfortable we didn't want to get out of it. The Gourmet kitchen was to die for and we both enjoyed cooking and preparing our meals there. We didn't want to leave and we will surely be back again and again. This is the perfect place to get away from kids, work, and life in general. Thanks for sharing this lovely home with us and for making our weekend there a very romantic and memorable experience.
• 11/05/08
  Positive Rating
  Stephanie , Roseville, Ca
  • This was such a beautiful beach house! We were so in love the moment we arrived. Perfect setting and the house is so cozy we never wanted to leave. The pictures do not do this house justice at all. My husband and I cant wait to come back.
• 09/11/08
  Positive Rating
  Linda , Greenwood, IN
  • I was sitting at work today, wearing the sandals I wore walking Dillon Beach this time last week and little piles of sand appeared near where my feet had been. What wonderful memories!!! This place is even more amazing than all of the pictures would suggest. Thanks to Tom for providing such a beautiful place to escape. We will definitely book again in the future!!! Check out Nick's Cove for a great meal if you can tear yourself away from the cottage for an evening!
• 09/03/08
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  Judy and Jim , North Wales, PA
  • We were priveleged to stay in the cottage over Labor Day weekend 2008 with our son who lives in San Francisco. It was even nicer than we had hoped and we enjoyed it very much, particularly the wonderful views from the deck and hot tub, and the comfy beds and gourmet kitchen. The little village was peaceful and quiet and very relaxing. We hope to come back again soon!

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