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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Explore the area
San Rafael, CA
China Camp State Park
Place, China Camp State Park
19 min walk
Golden Gate Bridge
Place, Golden Gate Bridge
25 min drive
Golden Gate Park
Place, Golden Gate Park
35 min drive
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
65 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
San Rafael
Located near the beach, this cottage is in Bayside Acres, a neighborhood in San Rafael. Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. Falkirk Cultural Center and Book Passage are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Dominican University of California - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Marin County Civic Center - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
Golden Gate Bridge - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
Golden Gate Park - 35 min drive - 32.7 km
Getting around
Berkeley Station - 26 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Mi Pueblo Food Center - 9 min drive
Glyka Sweets - 10 min drive
Burger King - 9 min drive
Picante - 9 min drive
Circle K - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees on May 11, 2026 start from $243, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees located?
Located in Bayside Acres, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from China Camp State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Dominican University of California and McNears Beach Country Park. Peacock Gap Golf Club is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Just wanted a quiet place to relax. Enjoyed sitting on the deck in the trees, seeing squirrels and even a fox strolling by. Great location, 2 minutes to Andy’s market, 10 minutes to downtown. Clean and comfy!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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
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!
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!
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.
Stephen M.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Joe Dunn
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests