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Shell Cottage
Living Room
Living Room to Kitchen
Private kitchen
Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Stinson Beach, CA
  • Place, Mount Tamalpais State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stinson Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Upton Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Shell Cottage at Stinson Beach!

Located 30 minutes north of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, the 'Shell Cottage' is a short walk to the Beach and enjoys access to Hiking Trails in the Mount Tamalpais Foothills - 2 bedrooms have queen beds with a twin bed in loft. Cottage can comfortably accommodate 4 adults and 1 child. Cottage sits in a peaceful Stinson hillside neighborhood with views of Ocean and Mt. Tam foothills from front porch, master bedroom and large backyard deck - Easy drive to Muir Woods, Audubon Canyon Ranch, Bolinas, Point Reyes National Seashore and Tomales Bay!









Keywords: Cozy Cottage, Stinson Beach, Ocean View, Sun Deck, Hiking, Mount Tamalpais

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 400006vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Stinson Beach

Located in Stinson Beach, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Reyes National Seashore and Presidio of San Francisco. Stinson Beach Books and Book Passage are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Stinson Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Stinson Beach Books - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stinson Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Upton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Red Rock Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 39 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Muir Woods Trading Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mamahuhu - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Cottage at Stinson Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Shell Cottage at Stinson Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shell Cottage at Stinson Beach!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shell Cottage at Stinson Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shell Cottage at Stinson Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Stinson Beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Mount Tamalpais State Park and Stinson Beach Books. Stinson Beach and Upton Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, gorgeous views of the ocean, and well-equipped kitchen. Perfect for our family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cabin is clean and has a view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful time for my husband and I, and our adult children. Beautiful weather too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alessandro B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, simple but well located and with everything you need. We’ll come back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra C.

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

Sweet Cottage

We had a lovely mother/daughter trip with friends, and found this cottage to meet our needs well. A quick walk to town & the beach is a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Shell Cottage

A very cute and comfortable cottage, love that you can see and hear the ocean from the deck. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

Lovely vacation home in Stinson Beach

This sweet house was a perfect home base for 4 hikers — a few blocks away from the Matt Davis/Dipsea trailhead, and easy access to Pt. Reyes National Seashore. Shell Cottage is very welcoming, comfortable, and dog friendly. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne D.

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

After holidays decompress!

My two girlfriends and I had a nice, mellow, relaxing stay! Very cozy, and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Lovely beach cottage

Well kept, comfortable and roomy cottage. Well equipped for cooking. Comfortable beds. Quick walk to stores and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Girls 30th Trip

My friends and I greatly enjoyed this stay. The porch has sweeping ocean views to enjoy for sunsets or coffee in the morning. Because we stayed in the winter, having a fireplace and cozy central gathering place was a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. Lots of signage inside so we knew exactly how to use things and take care of them
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Want no feathers pillows next time .. love location will book agsin
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary A.

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

Quaint

Loves hearing the ocean at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chelsea A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage by the beach

Overall lovely weekend getaway by the beach. Communication was slow with owners but we didnt have issues. The home has limited supplies, only large towels but overall great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a small view of the ocean. The place was very well equipped in kitchen. Back yard and fenced deck were great for our daughter’s dog. Couch had sitting room for all five of us. All beds were very comfortable. The walk to the beach was a little longer and steeper than anticipated, and a half bath would have been nice, but neither of those slight negatives would keep us from renting Shell Cottage again. Would recommend! Charming!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adelia C.

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

Fun weekend getaway

Great house! Small but functional and a short walk to town/beach with a rigorous walk back up the hill :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra E.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber Gilder R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laughlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shell Cottage Management

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Why they chose this property

Stinson Beach has been a favorite destination since I was a girl. My children and other relatives have lived in, or visited the town for over 50 years!

What makes this property unique

There is a calmness and quiet on the hill above the summer crowds. Also the hillside seems to naturally amplify the sound of the surf!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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