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Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael

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San Rafael Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 880 Sq Ft | Lower-Level Apartment
Living Room | Contemporary Interior
Main Property Exterior | Owners On-Site | Outdoor Steps to Private Entrance
Living Room
Living Room | Sleeper Sofa

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4880 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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San Rafael, CA
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Marin County Civic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael

Book your next Bay Area getaway and stay at this luxurious San Rafael vacation rental. Hosting a stylish 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom living space and featuring original artworks throughout the property - both inside and out - this sophisticated hideaway provides a relaxing atmosphere after a day spent climbing Mt Tamalpais or shopping and dining in town. When you feel like staying in, the charming kitchenette provides modern essentials for home cooking and the fireplace will keep you cozy.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Verdant Mountain Backdrop | Original Sculpture Pieces | Tesla Charging Station On-Site

Offering a peaceful setting, an elegant interior, and easy access to everything in Marin County - beaches, golf, hiking, biking, sightseeing, and more - this lower-level apartment serves as an ideal home base for a romantic retreat, family getaway, or work-related stay.

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

MAIN FEATURES: Contemporary style & decor, gas fireplace, large windows w/ mountain-area views, 2 cable TVs, 4-seat glass dining table, open layout, large walk-in shower, washer/dryer (unfinished area), BBQ grilll
KITCHENETTE: Well-equipped, island counter w/ bar seating, stainless steel stove/oven, medium-sized refrigerator & freezer, drip & single-serve coffee makers, cookware, dishware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heat & A/C, toiletries, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, linens, towels, 880 sq ft, washer/dryer
FAQ: Owner on-site (in upper unit, separate entrance), outdoor stairs to apartment entrance
PARKING: Reserved gated parking (1 vehicle) reserved street (1 vehicle)

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL SITES: Mission San Rafael Arcangel (0.9 miles), SMART Train Station (1.0 miles), Wildcare Animal Sanctuary (1.4 miles), Marin County Civic Center & Farmers Market (1.9 miles), China Camp State Park (3.9 miles)
OUTDOOR REC: Marin County Open Space District (1.6 miles), San Francisco Bay National Estuarine (4.4 miles), Mount Tamalpais Watershed (8.9 miles), Ignacio Valley Preserve (9.3 miles), Hamilton Wetlands (9.5 miles), Golden Gate National Recreation Area (10.5 miles), Muir Woods National Monument (12.1 miles), Mt Tamalpais State Park (12.1 miles), Presidio of San Francisco (15.9 miles), Point Reyes National Seashore (20.6 miles), Stinson Beach (21.3 miles)
NEARBY: Mill Valley (9.0 miles), Sausalito (11.2 miles), Tiburon (11.6 miles), Golden Gate Bridge (12.9 miles), Berkeley (19.5 miles), San Francisco (19.6 miles), Petaluma (20.6 miles), Oakland (23.2 miles), Napa (34.7 miles)
AIRPORTS: Oakland International Airport (31.9 miles), San Francisco International Airport (40.5 miles), Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport (44.1 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed. Guests with service animals MUST contact the Guest Contact before arrival
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This is a lower-level unit and the homeowner lives on-site in the upstairs unit with a completely separate entrance. They may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property requires using outdoor steps to reach the apartment entrance. This may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: At no point should there be more than 4 guests at the property
- NOTE: This property enforces a minimum of 24 hours in between each booking
- NOTE: This property may not be suitable for children under the age of 5
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

San Rafael

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Lincoln, a neighborhood in San Rafael. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Classic Billiards and Falkirk Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Dominican University of California - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marin History Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 22 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pink Owl Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Burren House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sana’a Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bay Thai Cuisine - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Laos Kitchen - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael on Jul 29, 2026 start from $250, 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 Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael located?

Located in Lincoln, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marin History Museum, Mission San Rafael Arcangel, and Classic Billiards. Falkirk Cultural Center and Dominican University of California are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Very private, quiet, lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Great Rental

This is a lovely place to stay in a lovely town. The owners, who are onsite but very respectful of privacy, are excellent. Felt very homey. Highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and well appointed

The space was large and well appointed. Neighborhood was very quiet. I have already scheduled another stay here.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!!

Wonderfully relaxing and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Fabulous

This place has everything you need and more! Don’t hesitate to reserve.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Doniece

Serenity above San Rafael

We had the perfect stay, which began with a lovely welcome note from the hosts. Every detail is well-thought-out and perfectly executed. From drinks in the frig to snacks that hit the spot for these weary, flight-delayed travelers, we felt well provided for in every way. We'll definitely be returning when the North Bay is in our travel plans again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this Property!

I spent more than two weeks here, and I agree with many other reviews: the property is beautiful, peaceful and spacious - as pictured, with large windows (and shades throughout), well-appointed kitchen and laundry, as clean as can be, private and secure. Host is onsite and helpful but not intrusive, and provided a wonderful selection of welcome snacks. Very close to downtown San Rafael. Near the top of a steep hill, but several choices for driving there.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This place was perfect for our needs. Quiet, private property. My wife and I rented this place to stay at during our visit for a wedding. Had everything we needed. Steve and Sue are gracious host, that supplied us with everything we needed or asked for, all the while respecting our privacy. So glad we booked this place. Would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Recently spent 4 nights at this great San Rafael property. Looks exactly as pictured & it was just lovely. Spacious & well equipped. Nice open living area with comfy sleep sofa. Master bedroom was huge with lots of storage. Parking on site. Hosts were very nice & responsive to questions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doniece S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity Above San Rafael

What a delight to arrive to such a charmingly appointed guest house. We had a nightmare flight to the Bay Area so the peace and quiet that met us was sorely needed. And what a treat to find a welcoming note, drinks in the frig, and a great assortment of snacks, which we quickly proceeded to devour. This was the perfect place to come back to after a series of lively reunions. We will most definitely stay again when we return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculate, spacious and well appoointed

Have just finished my 2nd stay in this Vrbo and will definitely keep coming back. The bedroom is a nice size and the kitchen/dining room/living room space is nicely laid out. The communication with the owners, when needed, is spot but otherwise there is complete privacy. A thumbs up all the way around.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Very nice place. Booking and stay were so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You'll feel at home here.

This apartment was perfect for our stay, well-appointed with interesting decorative features. The owners were attentive and thoughtful. A welcome note and snacks were waiting when we arrived. The kitchen was well equipped including spices and coffee. The washer & dryer was a plus and a big bonus for us was the use of the Tesla charger overnight. Loved the original outdoor artwork. San Rafael's location makes it convenient to the city or head north to Muir Woods or wine county.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Barber

Great Stay in San Rafael

Don't hesitate to book Steve and Susan's place. It is as beautiful as the pictures. The space is very well equipped for two people. My husband and I stayed for five nights and felt very at home. If you want to cook some of your meals, the kitchen has everything you need. The bed is very comfortable. The location is great for doing a variety of things in the Bay area. My husband and I went to Napa, Muir Wood and Beach, did a tour of San Francisco (we took the Larkspur ferry instead of driving), and spent time in the cute San Rafael downtown area. We also had the privilege to meet Steve and Susan and they are great people.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

My friend and I spent a few days in this lovely and very comfortable space. The setting was beautiful and it was a great central location for visiting Muir Woods, Napa, Point Reyes and Tomales Bay. The hosts have created a peaceful retreat for their guests. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat on the hillside

On the hillside among the trees was this beautiful maintained guesthouse. It was so comfortable and quiet. Special bonus was the outdoor art and sculptures.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We highly recommend this home for your stay. It was well stocked, homey and great location!! Communication with owners was great. Thank you Steve and Sue!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ananda

Sweet Magical Nest

We stayed at Sue and Steve's suite for 10 nights. As mentioned in the other reviews, there is lots of beautiful art, stylish furnishings, large windows, and a well-stocked kitchen. The place was very clean, comfortable and peaceful. The hosts were friendly and attentive, while also providing complete privacy. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

We loved this property. Everything was clean and well kept and the views were so peaceful. The metal sculptures placed around the property were beautiful. We will definitely come again to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most AMAZING vacation rental ever!

There is not enough high praise we can give to the hosts, Sue and Steve. They are so thoughtful and gracious--they went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. They anticipated our needs but were never intrusive. Their gracious hospitality is beyond words—I’ve never had hosts as thoughtful, gracious, responsive, and accommodating as Sue and Steve. We LOVED the beautiful space--we were immersed in nature (we saw deer walking alongside the property) and beautiful art. It is one of the most beautiful and comfortable vacation rentals we’ve ever stayed at and I've stayed at numerous vacation rentals for work and for leisure travel. We are WOW’d by all that Sue and Steve did to make our stay enjoyable and memorable. We were fortunate to meet them on the day of our departure and they were just as warm and gracious in person as they were in our email and text exchanges. Thank you, Sue and Steve, for making our stay SPECTACULAR!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property and wonderful hosts

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful private cottage in San Rafael. Its location is close to everything in Marin County as well as San Francisco. Well stocked with snacks, bottled water and a welcome note, we appreciated the stellar hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

Thank you so much for a lovely stay! It was peaceful and beautiful. We loved the big windows, the decor, the fireplace and all the thoughtful details like snacks and shampoos etc. We'd love to return. Just as a heads up, the roads to get there are a little scary (winding, size of a 1-way but meant for 2-way). But worth navigating for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James Gertmenian

Beautiful, spacious, immaculate

We have stayed at many guest properties over the years. The home at 120 Coleman in San Rafael is, far and away, the best. The private apartment is beautifully appointed, immaculate, spacious, and thoughtfully supplied. It is situated in a lovely natural setting. Sue and Steve, the homeowners, could not have been more generous and helpful - from lovely welcoming treats to their quick responses when we had a brief internet problem. Parking on site is very convenient. The location is just moments from downtown San Rafael and an easy drive to other sites in Marin. You won’t find a better place to stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical nest

Awe inspiring beauty in this little gem tucked away in the hills of San Rafael. The hosts were extremely gracious and non intrusive. The property is dotted with some incredible sculptural art pieces and photographs. The on line photos accurately depict the apartment. Highly recommend this magical nest for couples. Will most definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home and lovely hosts

Sue’s and Steve’s home is beautiful and comfortable. The hosts were very gracious and welcoming. Marvelous views. We saw a family of deer outside our window. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

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