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Charming Victorian on Two Private Acres in Central Marin!

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Home Sweet Home Old-fashioned front porch. Have a cup of coffee while hummingbirds hover near! Cheerful foyer with coat and shoe closets Stunning formal dining room, seats 12, with view of the garden Large, light-filled living room with 10' ceilings and wood-burning fireplace Living room with wall of windows looking out onto sunny treetops Cup of tea with a friend? Eat-in Kitchen with marble counters and new dishwasher Breakfast on the kitchen deck? Downstairs Family Room with wood-burning fireplace, library and game table Family Room, wall of windows looking onto treetops. So peaceful! Master bath with marble vanity and claw foot tub Hot tub, between Master Deck and Patio Cocktails before dinner? Big patio with outdoor fireplace Large, flat front lawn with oak trees. (Looking out from house at Stetson Ave.) Bedroom #1 with new twin bed and linens Bedroom #2 with new queen bed and linens Bedroom #3 with new queen bed and linens In-Law apartment private entry Spacious, clean and comfy. Queen bedroom, surrounded by green! Private patio with woodland view.

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  • Minimum stay:4 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets considered:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Property description

This property is one-of-a-kind. It's beautiful, private, serene, filled with vintage charm, totally functional for relaxed modern living, and perfectly located. The house is a 1903 Victorian rich with history, lovingly renovated to preserve its character. Windows retain their original wavy glass and a 1950's Wedgewood stove rules over the kitchen. The house has large, light-filled spaces and 10' ceilings throughout. BIg windows look out onto a sea of sunny green: gardens, woodland and redwood groves. There are two wood-burning fireplaces, a hot tub and an outdoor fireplace.

The property couldn't be more conveniently located: two minutes from Kentfield town center, 1 minute from the main thoroughfare Sir Francis Drake, 5 minutes from HWY 101, 20-25 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, 30 minutes from San Francisco, 40 min. from wine country, smack in the middle of the prettiest part of Marin and close to everything.

Stetson House is newly redecorated top to bottom with the highest quality custom furnishings, new beds, fresh paint - and feels absolutely clean, open and fresh.

Best of all - there are so many spaces to gather! This property is perfect for a retreat, family gathering, small event or reunion. We've never lived in a house that's better for hosting. Start with a glass of wine on the lawn, move to the dining room for dinner, gather in front of the fire in the living room, end up in the hot tub and the patio for a jam session in front of the outdoor fireplace. Movie night is covered with a full-wall projection system and surround sound. Downstairs can be for the kids, Scrabble at the game table or reading a book by the fire.

There are so many unique, lovely touches throughout the house: the old-fashioned front porch, the sweet cottage garden, the vintage stove, the cozy fireplaces, the clawfoot tubs.

The 4000 sf main house has 5 bedrooms plus office and sleeps 8 comfortably in real beds. Below the main house is a one-bedroom garden apartment with its' own entrance, that comfortably sleeps 3, available at an extra charge of $120-140 /night. Rent just the main house or both. The entire 5000 sf house can comfortably sleep 11 people in proper beds.

The property is at the dead end of the street, so there is total privacy with no traffic. Parking for two guest cars included in rental. Rent the Garden apartment as well and you get an additional parking space.

Available for many school holidays:

Winter break: Dec. 19 - Jan 4
CA Ski week and Spring Break
Much of summer

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Property Type

  • House
  • 4000 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

  • Vacation Rental

Meals

  • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Onsite Services

  • Housekeeper Included

Suitability

  • Events Allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit For Renters:

    25...moreless

  • Children Welcome:

    Sorry, but no children younger than 6 years old. We love kids but there are handrails, decks and walkways that are just not safe for very young children....moreless

  • Non Smoking Only:

    No smoking inside or out. Strict!...moreless

  • Pets Not Allowed:

    We have two sweet cats that will need feeding. Clear directions will be given....moreless

  • Wheelchair Inaccessible:

    Porch steps...moreless

Bedrooms: 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8

  • Master Suite: 1 king

    New Temperpedic mattress, french doors on private deck...moreless

  • Bedroom 4: 1 queen

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  • Bedroom 5: 1 queen

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  • Bedroom 3: 1 twin/ single

    En-suite bathroom...moreless

  • Guest Suite: 1 queen

    New latex mattress, air conditioning, TV. No tub/shower...moreless

  • All bedrooms have high quality beds, pillows and linens. Very important to us as hosts!...moreless

Bathrooms: 3 Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms

  • Master Bath: toilet, tub, shower

    Clawfoot tub, separate toilet room...moreless

  • Guest Suite Bathroom: toilet

    Planning to install a tub/shower soon...moreless

  • Bathroom 3: toilet, shower

    En-suite bathroom for bedroom 3...moreless

  • Bathroom 4: toilet, combination tub/shower

    Clawfoot tub...moreless

  • Powder Room: toilet

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  • Pedestal sinks, clawfoot tubs, vintage details throughout

Other Amenities

  • No large parties. Maximum day occupancy 12. No loud music or noise after 9 pm....moreless

Entertainment

  • Books:

    Large library in Family Room...moreless

  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable:

    Apple TV, ATT Cable with Premium package....moreless

  • Stereo
  • Television:

    HD projection-system with surround sound in Living Room. Flat screen TV's in Guest Suite and Master Suite....moreless

  • Toys:

    Lots of puzzles and games, plus a game table in the family room...moreless

  • Video Games
  • Video Library:

    Small; 2D and 3D...moreless

Theme

  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Romantic
  • Sports & Activities

Attractions

  • Autumn Foliage
  • Bay/Sound
  • Churches
  • Cinemas
  • Festivals
  • Forests
  • Library
  • Marina
  • Playground
  • Recreation Center
  • Restaurants
  • Waterfalls

Local Services & Businesses

  • ATM/Bank
  • Babysitter
  • Fitness Center
  • Groceries
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Services

Leisure Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Photography
  • Scenic Drives
  • Sight Seeing
  • Walking

Location Type

  • Mountain View:

    Woodland view, actually. Large property just below summit of ridge. Beautiful, peaceful treetop and garden views, total sense of privacy....moreless

Sports & Adventure Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mountaineering
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Tennis

Dining

  • Dining:

    Dining for 12! With buffet, linens, etc....moreless

  • Dining Area
  • Seating for 12 people

General

  • Air Conditioning:

    Only in Guest Suite. Not really necessary in temperate Marin County!...moreless

  • Clothes Dryer
  • Fireplace:

    Two gas-started wood-burning fireplaces in the house, plus one outdoor wood-burning fireplace on the patio. Fireplace fires not allowed on Marin No Burn Days. ...moreless

  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet:

    Wireless internet throughout the house....moreless

  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Parking:

    Parking for two cars on site, 40 min. street parking on Stetson Avenue, all-day weekend....moreless

  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine

Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items:

    The basics - ketchup etc.!...moreless

  • Refrigerator
  • Stove:

    Vintage Wedgewood. Two ovens, gas burners, excellent!...moreless

  • Toaster

Outside

  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Pool / Spa

  • Hot Tub:

    Please note that immediate use of the hot tub is not guaranteed. It can take up to 36 hours for the hot tub to heat after cleaning and refilling....moreless

House Cleaning

  • Housekeeper Included
 

Reviews

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
Dates Nightly Weekend Night Weekly Monthly * Event
My Standard Rate
4 night min stay 		$575 $675
Fri, Sat		 $3,670

Rates are based on 6 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest

Additional information about rental rates

Fees and Rental Conditions:

  • Refundable Damage Deposit $500
  • Property Damage Protection $99
  • Housekeeping fee $250 + tax
  • Tax Rate 10%

Owner's cancellation policy:

100% refund for cancellations more than 60 days before check-in date.

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Location

  • Muir Woods National Monument

    "Beautiful, ancient redwoods. Make sure to go during off-hours to avoid the crowds. Early mor..."

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  • Mount Tamalpais

    "Beautiful hiking with endlessly varied terrain, from huge ocean views to shady redwood grove..."

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  • Phoenix Lake

    "One of our local walks. A loop around the lake is fairly flat and takes about an hour - a qu..."

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  • Rustic Bakery

    "Great bread, goodies, crackers, sandwiches, coffee. YUM!!!"

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  • Mollie Stones

    "Good all-around grocery store. Try the kale salad."

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  • Trader Joe's

    "Gotta love Trader Joes. Best place for cut flowers, cheap wine (two buck Chuck) bulk natural..."

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  • Picco Restaurant

    "Really great Italian. Fun, dressy vibe. Try the avocado appetizers, yum!"

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  • Woodlands Market

    "Best gourmet market in Marin. The deli sandwiches are out of this world. Try the salads or m..."

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  • Woodlands Cafe

    "Great casual dining, breakfast and lunch. Good food, loads of seating (good for groups), nic..."

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  • Terrapin Crossroads

    "Funky, fun place to eat and hear live, local music. Founded by Grateful Dead member Phil Les..."

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  • Point Reyes National Seashore

    "A national treasure. Point Reyes is one the most beautiful places on the planet, and it's on..."

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  • Insalata's Restaurant

    "Exceptional mediterranean-cuisine restaurant. Nice wine bar while you wait, beautiful art. T..."

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  • Muir Beach

    "An absolute gem of a beach. Mostly locals. Allows campfires (first-come-first-served in exis..."

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  • Ambrosia

    "Solid italian and pizza. Casual and kid-friendly."

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  • Susiecakes Bakery

    "Literally the best cupcakes, lemon cake and chocolate cake you'll ever have."

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  • Belcampo Meat Co

    "For the carnivore in all of us. Restaurant and butcher shop both, straight from the farm. Th..."

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  • The Pelican Inn

    "The rating is not for the food - which is just average - but for the whole experience. There..."

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  • Samuel P Taylor State Park

    "This is the place to take a peaceful, romantic bike ride through the woods. Samual P Taylor ..."

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  • Tomales Bay Foods

    "Great place to check out West Marin food. Cowgirl Creamery and more. Great town to wander ar..."

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  • Drakes Bay Oyster Co -- CLOSED

    "Seriously the best oysters ever. Try the barbequed oysters washed down with local beer. Funk..."

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  • Marin County Civic Center

    "Great farmers market on Sundays, plus concerts and events all year round."

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  • Cowgirl Creamery

    "Incredible artisan organic cheese. Very free with samples!! The sandwiches are to die for. T..."

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  • Pizzeria Picco

    "Best pizza in Marin, hands down. Brooklyn-style, thin crust with fantastic fresh cheese and ..."

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  • Whole Foods Market

    "Best natural grocery store. Local, organic. They even have grass-fed milk."

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  • Fairfax Scoop

    "Handmade organic ice cream in both classic and unusual flavors. I love the mexican vanilla. ..."

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  • The Sleeping Lady -- CLOSED

    "Funky, totally Marin place to see live music."

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  • Hummingbird Cafe

    "Great cajun-style food in a fun setting. A local secret. Try the chicken with waffles, beign..."

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  • Half Day Cafe

    "Great brunch and lunch. The outdoor seating is great. Try the huevos rancheros or eggs bened..."

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  • Marin Country Mart

    "Small upscale mall with lots of cute shops and a couple of cafes. Take a pick up class at Yo..."

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  • Stinson Beach

    "Best larger beach in the area. Feels like a real beach in a real beach town. NIce fine sand,..."

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  • Yankee Pier - Larkspur -- CLOSED

    "Lobster rolls! Dungeness crab! This place reminds me of a seafood shack in Maine, with bette..."

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  • The Village At Corte Madera

    "Best mall in Marin. Nordstroms and Macy's plus many smaller shops like J.Crew, Free People, ..."

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  • Town Center at Corte Madera

    "The sister mall of The Village, just across the highway. Lots of furnishings stores here: Re..."

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30 Miles
Nearest Airport
San Francisco International
0.25 Miles
Nearest Barpub
Ambrosia Pizza, Pasta and Wine
2.3 Miles
Nearest Ferry
Larkspur - SF Ferry
2 Miles
Nearest Motorway
Highway 101
0.25 Miles
Nearest Restaurant
Ambrosia Pizza, Pasta and Wine
180 Miles
Nearest Ski
Bear Valley Ski Resort, Bear Valley
13 Miles
Nearest Beach
Muir Beach

Car: Recommended

Property is centrally located in the charming town of Kentfield, in gorgeous Marin County. Convenient to restaurants and shops, 30 min from San Francisco and 40 min from wine country. The house is walking distance from Kentfield town center, with Ambrosia Restaurant, Half-Day Cafe and Woodland Market. We are two minutes from bike paths and a 10 min drive to gorgeous hiking trails.

So much to do here! Check out the restaurants, museums and shopping in SF, only a half-hour drive away. Rent mountain bikes in the next town and explore Marin the high-adreneline way! Take an all day hike on Mount Tamalpias or Point Reyes, through redwood groves and chaparral and huge ocean vistas. See the sea lions, red-tailed hawks, maybe a bobcat if you get lucky! Kayak or stand-up paddleboard on the Bay. Stroll to downtown Kentfield and have one of the best brunches ever at Half-Day Cafe. Take leisurely walk in the lovely hills behind Kentfield. Take a wine-country tour and ship some of your favorites home. Grab dinner and a show at nearby Terrapin Crossroads, and get your Dead on. Or have an elegant dinner at Insalatas, 10 min away. Truly, this property, in this part of Marin County, is just wonderful.

 

Owner info

Year Purchased: 2013

About the owner: I am a native of Marin, and love everything about it! Hiking, beach barbecues on Muir Beach, Mountain Home Theater, burritos in the Mission, Fairfax Scoop, wine tasting in Napa... the list goes on and on. I love Marin even more as I took a long detour from it. Our three children were born and raised in NYC, and I persuaded the family to move back here just last August. Quite the change, brownstone Brooklyn to nature-filled Marin! We love both but are so happy to have landed here. I am an architect, an artist, and a stay-at-home Mom. I love yoga, hiking, hanging with the family, reading on the porch, and dinner with friends. My husband Sandy is a professional musician and teacher. We are a relaxed, creative family. My motto? I guess it would be: 'Don't sweat the small stuff.'

Why the Owner Chose Kentfield, CA, USA:
A huge attraction of this property is Marin County itself, one of the most magical places on earth. Marin is famous worldwide for it's astounding natural beauty and the huge amount of land protected for public enjoyment. There are few places on the planet where you can hike, mountain bike, surf, sail, horseback ride and camp on thousands of acres of untouched wilderness, all within an hour of a major city. The variety of fun to be had in the area is unmatched: all the restaurants, museums and shopping of SF, the stunning beauty and outdoorsy lifestyle of Marin, plus wine country just 40 minutes north. Kentfield is a charming little town in central Marin, an area with the mildest, sunniest, most lovely year-round weather you can imagine. It has several very good restaurants, a gourmet market, bike paths, a school with a big field to kick a ball around, and loads of small town charm. It's one of a string of such small towns along the Ross Valley, all very special. I grew up the next town over, in Ross, and have always wanted to come back. Can you tell I love this place?

The Unique Benefits at this House:
I first became intrigued with this property when I heard of it's unique history. It originally served as a retreat for Catholic nuns and laypeople: pews filled the living spaces, and nuns ate at the long dining table. When I visited, I could feel the serenity that permeates every inch of the property. I fell in love. Such light, open spaces; every window looking out on green; almost total privacy; hummingbirds off the front porch and the garden in bloom; our own redwood grove down the hill. It even came with a cottage for my husband to work out of. Does it get any better than this?

Contact us

Speaks: english, spanish

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Photos

  • Home Sweet Home

    Home Sweet Home

  • Cheerful foyer with coat and shoe closets

    Cheerful foyer with coat and shoe closets

  • Large, light-filled living room with 10' ceilings and wood-burning fireplace

    Large, light-filled living room with 10' ceilings and wood-burning fireplace

  • Cup of tea with a friend?

    Cup of tea with a friend?

  • Downstairs Family Room with wood-burning fireplace, library and game table

    Downstairs Family Room with wood-burning fireplace, library and game table

  • Hot tub, between Master Deck and Patio

    Hot tub, between Master Deck and Patio

  • Large, flat front lawn with oak trees. (Looking out from house at Stetson Ave.)

    Large, flat front lawn with oak trees. (Looking out from house at Stetson Ave.)

  • Bedroom #2 with new queen bed and linens

    Bedroom #2 with new queen bed and linens

  • In-Law apartment private entry

    In-Law apartment private entry

  • Queen bedroom, surrounded by green!

    Queen bedroom, surrounded by green!

  • Old-fashioned front porch. Have a cup of coffee while hummingbirds hover near!

    Old-fashioned front porch. Have a cup of coffee while hummingbirds hover near!

  • Stunning formal dining room, seats 12, with view of the garden

    Stunning formal dining room, seats 12, with view of the garden

  • Living room with wall of windows looking out onto sunny treetops

    Living room with wall of windows looking out onto sunny treetops

  • Eat-in Kitchen with marble counters and new dishwasher

    Eat-in Kitchen with marble counters and new dishwasher

  • Breakfast on the kitchen deck?

    Breakfast on the kitchen deck?

  • Family Room, wall of windows looking onto treetops. So peaceful!

    Family Room, wall of windows looking onto treetops. So peaceful!

  • Master bath with marble vanity and claw foot tub

    Master bath with marble vanity and claw foot tub

  • Cocktails before dinner? Big patio with outdoor fireplace

    Cocktails before dinner? Big patio with outdoor fireplace

  • Bedroom #1 with new twin bed and linens

    Bedroom #1 with new twin bed and linens

  • Bedroom #3 with new queen bed and linens

    Bedroom #3 with new queen bed and linens

  • Spacious, clean and comfy.

    Spacious, clean and comfy.

  • Private patio with woodland view.

    Private patio with woodland view.

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  • Bedrooms
    5
  • Bathrooms
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Speaks: english, spanish
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  • Calendar last updated 05/01/2016
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