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Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown

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An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and string lights.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black stove, a toaster, and a blender.
A garden pathway leading to a house with potted plants and flowers.
A garden area with potted plants and a small building.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This cottage accommodates 3 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It features 1 separate living room and 1 hot tub. Enjoy outdoor spaces including a patio, deck, and yard, along with access to a tennis court. The property is pet-friendly and located in the city center near attractions like Gerstle Park.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mission San Rafael Arcangel
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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San Rafael, CA
  • Place, Gerstle Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown

Best Location- Cottage In the heart of San Rafael, Gerstle Park. Private, sunny, quiet, freestanding, remodeled cottage - 1 separate bedroom with door and brand new hybrid mattress. Sunny skylights, big windows with screens, and 4K Hi Def Smart TVs in LR and BD, bathroom with tub/shower, sliding glass door opening to fenced garden/patio w/4 outside dining areas, webber gas grill, and hot tub. Free unlimited street parking.

Cottage features a fully equipped kitchen with black granite/stainless, large fridge w/freezer, Saltillo tile, 2 ceiling fans, 2 large flatscreen cable smart Samsung TVs, sleeper (twin) sofa, work desk, dining table and chairs, high speed wireless internet inside and outside. Have 80+ 5 star reviews on rental sites.

Private entrance, Cozy and Cute! On corner with tree/sunset view and fenced private garden yard.

Marin County offers beaches, golf, hiking, and biking. Local scenery includes Mount Tam, and Muir Woods, sightseeing in Sausalito, Mill Valley and Tiburon, Wine country and much more. 4 minutes to 101 Freeway, 12 minutes to Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking outside either, period.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please strip bed linens and empty the trash only if you have time. It is not required but it’s helpful. Thanks!
Turn off heat/AC.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
A pet may be permitted upon my approval. There is a $100 per pet additional fee due prior to or upon arrival.
Hot tub usage fee $25, due after use.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR23-000012
Property # 344053
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

San Rafael

Located in Gerstle Park, a neighbourhood in San Rafael, this cottage is near theme parks. 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 Presidio of San Francisco. Falkirk Cultural Center and Book Passage are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Gerstle Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dominican University of California - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sol Food - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pink Owl Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Burren House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pete's 881 Club - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown?

As of 28 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown on 30 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,225, 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 at Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown located?

Located in Gerstle Park, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center. Dominican University of California and Kentfield Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Eda

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Why they chose this property

Walking distance to Downtown. San Rafael is so central, has great restaurants and shops and has events all year long. Visit the cityofsanrafael website for a list of events. Or go to
Downtownsanrafael.org for map a of town. The Mission and the Rafael Film Center (home of the Mill Valley Film Festival) are both here also!

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location - minutes to 101 freeway, transportation hub (bus, taxi, train) and everything! Central San Rafael in the middle of Marin County. 30 minutes or less to SF, Wine Country, Berkeley, Beach, Mountain/Hiking Trails, Golf, Muir Woods, Redwoods, Surfing, Fishing, and great Restaurants all around.

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