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Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael

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Room
Private kitchen
Room
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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San Rafael, CA
  • Place, Gerstle Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael

Explore our private one-bedroom guest suite situated in Gerstle Park, San Rafael. Conveniently located near Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Country, our fully equipped retreat offers privacy with a separate entrance and private patio. Relax in a cozy queen-sized bed after exploring nearby attractions. Whether you're here for wine tasting or a peaceful getaway, our space is your perfect Northern California home base.

Other details to note:

Near Gerstle Park in San Rafael, California, you can find attractions such as the Marin History Museum, Falkirk Cultural Center, and the San Rafael Mission - all within 1-2 miles.

Fun fact about San Rafael is that it is home to the oldest surviving Mission in California, the Mission San Rafael Arcángel, founded in 1817. It played a significant role in the history and development of the region.

🔸 Muir Woods ~ 5.5 miles south
🔹 Stinson Beach ~ 20 miles west
🔸 San Francisco ~ 20 miles south
🔹 Napa Valley or Sonoma County ~ 20-30 miles north

Note: Our suite is located on the ground level of our charming older home, so you might occasionally hear some activity. We’re a small family with a young boy who has special needs, and we do our best to keep things quiet and respectful. Many guests have found our space to be a comfortable and cozy retreat.

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House Rules

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave key under Welcome mat. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

About the area

San Rafael

Gerstle Park, a neighbourhood in San Rafael, is home to this apartment. 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. Falkirk Cultural Center and Book Passage are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like birdwatching.
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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Gerstle Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Dominican University of California - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 23 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pond Farm Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael?

As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael on 27 Oct, 2026 start from S$222, 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 Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Retreat: Fully Equipped 1-BR Guest Suite in San Rafael located?

Located in Gerstle Park, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, Falkirk Cultural Center and Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Dominican University of California and San Anselmo Town Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very friendly, apartment was clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 55 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it had everything we needed, and the neighborhood is quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Family M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Absolutely charming

Very clean, roomy place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle S.

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

Loved staying here!

Clean, cozy, and just the right size for two!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan P.

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

Quaint, quiet stay!

Great place for quiet family getaway. Can hear some footsteps and noise from upstairs but nothing loud. Great family friendly location. Host was very kind, brought extra blankets and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TINA P.

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

quick couple nights

Got there Wednesday, checked out Friday. The place was just what we needed. The sunny afternoon patio was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rayme C.

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

LOVELY & DELIGHTFUL

This is the second time I have stayed at this property! Super close to my family in the area. A lovely place to stay close to everything! Hosts are AMAZING!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Functional little cottage

We stayed at this cute cottage while we had our hardwood floors installed. Couldn’t have been more perfect since, it’s in my children’s school district. It was clean, quiet and perfect for what we needed. I recommend this rental.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rayme C.

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

PERFECT!

This is the 3rd time I have stayed at this property. Iris and Family are lovely! I have Family in the area, which is why I go often. But I can get away to this lovely cozy sanctuary. I will continue to book.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

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

Great little getaway in Marin County

This is a great little spot for exploring Marin County. Very convenient. Clean and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

canela m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall loved our stay. Very clean and comfortable 1 bedroom apt. We would stay again. As it was our Anniversary we didn't cook but the kitchen appeared to have everything that's needed. We used the apt as a base to ride our bikes and relax. Only thing I thought would be good to mention is if you tend to sleep in, you will get a wake up call between 6:30-6:45am from a child in the home upstairs who wakes up unhappy (don't blame the kid, I'm not a morning person either :) Parents clearly tried to calm them as quickly as possible. Other than that pictures are accurate and everything else was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rayme C.

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

WONDERFUL!!!

Iris and Ary are lovely! Their cozy oasis was the perfect fit for me. I have family in the area and this was a perfect retreat to get away and have some alone time. I was able to work remotely without incident. Great quiet neighborhood, near all things San Rafael. Great location. I will continue to book with Iris and Ary when visiting Family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Moira O.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Gerstle Park Rental

Here are the pros and cons from my experience: Pros: - Iris, the property manager was very good at communications. She was very prompt in returning emails. In addition, she was very accommodating. - The rental was centrally located to everything. Cons: - I’m very noise sensitive and there was no sound deafening insulation between the house and rental. I could hear a baby screaming and crying. I will have to say that they would move the baby to the back of the house, so it would be less noisy. I could hear them walking around. Occasionally someone would drop something that made a large noise. These are suggestions and recommendations that I gave to Iris, the property manager that would make this rental better: 1. A light above the mirror in the bathroom. 2. Shelving above the toilet. 3. A hand towel ring on the wall to the right of in the sink. 4. Microwave in the kitchen. 5. A coffee table in front of the couch. 6. A nightstand and light next to the bed. 7. Adding a top sheet on the bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael L.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Iris P

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Greetings!

Having lived in the Bay Area for nearly a decade, my partner and I are fueled by our love for nature and the ocean. With our two-year-old son, we've explored Marin's hiking trails and coastal beauty, eager to share our favorite spots with you.

We enjoy meeting people from all over, and it would be our pleasure to host you in our apartment.

Looking forward to welcoming you soon!

Warm regards,
Iris & Ary

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