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Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!

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A living room with a sofa, a red leather chair, a dining table, and a rug.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchen, and seating area.
A living room with a sofa, a recliner, a TV, a dining table, and a plant.
A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture above the bed.
A study area with a wooden desk, a bookshelf, and a chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Marin Theatre Company
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Mill Valley, CA
  • Place, Marin Theatre Company
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Muir Woods National Monument
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!

Off the market since 2024, this cozy, quiet, and completely private free-standing cottage is filled with natural light and feels like a treehouse tucked among the 5 magnificent redwoods. A family of deer is often seen in the yard, adding to the peaceful setting. It's feels like a great getaway but is close to everything.

The fully-furnished, immaculate one-bedroom features a very comfortable king-size bed, a small office with a desk, wood floors, a recently updated bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove. The living room is comfortable and inviting, and a full-size washer and dryer are included. There is also a small locked storage area in the carport.

The cottage has covered carport parking and is accessed by 13 stairs leading up to the living area. It’s less than 10 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, 5–10 minutes from Muir Woods, world-class hiking and biking trails, and just 40 minutes from wine country. The walking/bike path from Mill Valley to Sausalito is just steps away.

A great selection of shops and restaurants is nearby, with Whole Foods, Safeway, and Good Earth all within one mile. Walking trails lead into Sausalito and to nearby restaurants.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Property # 575398vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Mill Valley

Almonte, a neighbourhood in Mill Valley, is home to this cottage. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include California Academy of Sciences and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Consider SF Masonic Auditorium for a night out, and don't miss San Francisco Zoo, a top local attraction. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Mill Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Marin Theatre Company - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Golden Gate Park - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Pier 39 - 26 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Earth Natural Foods - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! located?

Located in Almonte, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sweetwater Music Hall, Mount Tamalpais State Park and Golden Gate National Recreation Area. San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 141 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 141 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed my stay very much. I needed a quiet, restful place and this sweet little cottage, among the trees, delivered. I appreciated the laundry facilities and a fully functional kitchen too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was my 2nd time staying at the cottage and again, it did not disappoint! It's a very comfortable spot. The location is great - so nice to walk on the bike path through Bothin Marsh! - and easy to walk to Tam Junction for coffee, groceries, or Shoreline Diner. My favorite aspect of the cottage is the small deck that is just perfect for breathing in the night (or morning) air while enjoying the redwoods. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and exceptional!! Clean and cozy home. Peaceful neighborhood, close to hiking trails, shopping and restaurants. Also very close to San Francisco. The place had all the amenities necessary for our 10 day stay. Rusty was also great to deal with and was always available to communicate if we had any questions. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy R.

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

Wish we would have stayed longer!

We can't say enough good things about our stay - we'll definitely be back <3
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenda B.

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

Stay in Mill Valley

Nice stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Enjoyable week

We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Very nice place to stay

My wife and I had a wonderful time visiting family and we loved staying at Almonte. Host was most helpful and place was clean and convienent. Very comfortable bed. Looking forward to a return visit. .
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heinz V.

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

A Great Home Away From Home!

Great location and great cabin, we found everything you could possibly need and more. Truly enjoyed staying there and after our day trips to San Francisco we where happy to get back 'Home' to a nice and normal neighborhood. the rates are also very reasonable and the homey feeling we got beets any hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony V.

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

Peaceful Stay

Fabulous, clean, and peaceful. Great location close to trails, stores, and city. Host was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Convenient, quiet, and cozy!

We've stayed many places in the area but we loved it here and hope that it is available next time we return. Nice Safeway store nearby, close to everything, comfy bed, and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is conveniently located, very peaceful and quiet. It was very clean and comfortable. Rusty was available to provide information about the property and area. Awesome place!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Wonderful Stay

The cottage was perfect … quiet, peaceful, ample amenities, and convenient to town and area attractions. The accommodations were very comfortable, and our host Rusty offered helpful tips and was very responsive to questions. Overall, an excellent value. We would definitely like to stay again during our next visit to Mill Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Perfect little “treehouse” for our family vacation!

Beautiful spot in the forest! The house had a great view of the trees and we loved all the fresh air. The inside was cozy and the office was a nice extra room to have! Everything was very clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

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

Solitude and quietness

Waking to the soft chewing of the deer munching on grass - but otherwise sooo quiet and the BEST bed. Very central to everything - Wild walks, restaurants, fantastic cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S W.

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

Very nice property on a quiet street

Loved the location. Close to everything I wanted to get to. Rusty was great in communicating with me all the way through. I will stay again next time I go to CA.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

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

Treehouse feel with lovely accommodations

Beautiful large cottage! Really comfortable. Location above the carport puts you high up in the trees close to nature. Quiet, restful and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry C.

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

Terrific place!

Just the right size for the two of us and well located and maintained, Rusty's cottage was an excellent base for our exploration of Muir Woods and forays into the city. Rusty communicated well with us before and during the stay and ensured that all of our questions were answered and all needs were met. We look forward to a return visit!.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

A San Francisco Retreat

My husband and I were looking for a relaxing getaway with ease of access to San Francisco. Could not have asked for a more perfect location - easy travel by car AND ferry - and away from the downtown chaos. The treehouse was peaceful and perfect to R&R before and after running around the city. Hosts were awesome and super responsive, making the trip that much more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cottage in the Trees

Absolutely Lovely! The place is a perfect size for 2. Relaxing Quiet and Clean. Communication with Rusty easy and prompt ! Great location too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

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

Pleasant mill valley getaway

The cabin was a lovely small apartment in a charming quintessentially Californian neighborhood. Some highlights were a nice big shower with great water action, and a very comfortable bed. Rusty was attentive. Highly recommend for couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

Comfortable property in an excellent location

Mill Valley is a lovely location and this is a lovely property to stay in. There are lots of walking routes and other things to do, plenty of places to eat and a good supermarket nearby. Sausalito and the Golden Gate Bridge are close by too. Rusty was always available if we needed anything. We stayed for 4 nights but if we come back again we may stay for longer than that,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

In the redwoods!

This was our second stay at Rusty’s Mill Valley cottage…we especially love that it is up a flight of stairs, so feel safe leaving windows open! It’s a very comfy place, bright living area and very comfortable bed. Full kitchen and laundry add to the beauty! We enjoyed morning coffee and a bagel before setting out each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Nirvana!

Perfect for my husband and I. Cozy, comfortable cottage perfectly nestled in nature. Well equipped to easily settle in and Rusty was on point with keeping in touch with us to communicate details for our stay. Convenient location to everything! This was our first time staying here, but it sure won’t be our last as our son and DIL live just a short 10 minute drive from the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edmund S.

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

Great place, great location!

We had a lovely stay in Rusty’s Cottage. It had everything we needed and more! It is in a perfect location to see the sights of San Francisco, Napa Valley, Muir Woods, Golden Gate and everywhere in-between! There is good shopping close by as well as a great range of cafes and restaurants. The cottage is in a peaceful location and we were delighted to see the deer in the garden behind the cottage most mornings. Should we return to San Francisco we would have no hesitation in booking with Rusty again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Exceeded expectations!

This cottage was lovely, perfectly situated among the redwoods and a nice walk to downtown Mill Valley. Rusty was very responsive and let me check in early. It’s way cuter in person than in the pictures. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rusty

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My family has been in the Bay Area for generations and survived the San Francisco earthquake in 1906. My grandmother owned a cottage on Mt. Tamalpais in the 1920's. My father helped put up some of the original hiking trail signs on the mountain. I came back to Mill Valley when I was working as a CNN correspondent in San Francisco. I've traveled all over the world and Mill Valley is one of the most wonderful spots on earth.

Why they chose this property

Mill Valley is so close to one of the world's great cities, has numerous great restaurants and charm, yet it's minutes to be on hiking trails with gorgeous views and no one around. Trips to the wine country in Napa and Sonoma Valleys are 40 minutes away. This is the cottage on the property of my main house but is separated by trees, stairs and a deck. Because there are two redwoods just feet from the windows and small deck, you feel like you are in a tree-house. But there are many windows and LOTS of light. It feels very private yet, so close to everything by walking or by car.

There is also a small spa walking distance down the hill where you can get a massage.

Mill Valley has a film festival every October featuring international filmakers and their work. There are also a number of small coffee houses,art galleries and boutiques in town. For entertainment, the Throckmorton Theater has a variety of music, plays, and comedy. Also Sweetwater is a club which features a variety of musical acts. Nearby is the Green Gulch Farm, a Buddhist retreat featuring classes and organic produce.

Sausalito is only a couple miles away and you can walk or drive to this charming town right on San Francisco Bay which is very European in feel. There is also a great art festival there every September.

There are several state and federal recreation areas for hikers and bikers within ten miles of Mill Valley. Not only is there Muir Woods, with it's gorgeous huge redwoods, but Mt. Tamalpais where some of the first mountain bikes were designed to ride on the fire trails. Stinson Beach and Muir Beach are both quaint beach towns just over the hill from Mill Valley.

What makes this property unique

I fell in love with the property because it was SO close to where I worked in San Francisco, yet I felt like I was miles away from the rest of the world. The cottage is very private and quiet with soaring redwoods outside, yet lots of windows make it very light and cheery.

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