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Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley

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A sunlit room with large windows, wooden furniture, and a view of a deck and greenery outside.
A traditional half-timbered house with a stone fountain in front, surrounded by greenery.
A cozy attic room with a wooden ceiling, a television, a dining table, and a window.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a vase with flowers, a window with a view of greenery, and a chair.
A cozy living room with a wooden table set for dining, a sofa, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Sleep Sofa Bed in Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley

Awaken your spirit to a one-of-a-kind retreat space for your vacation. This 2 story urban chalet nestled on a corner lot with a wrap around deck has been designed by Yasmine McGrane (founder of Maison Reve).

The intention of this property is to provide a place that inspires guests to relax from the face pace of daily life, reconnect to the present moment, and enjoy the fresh, seasonal bounty of the Bay area. After booking, guests receive our Welcome Guide with a curated list of local favorites from the best farm-to-table restaurants, restful cafes and special destinations worthy of exploring.

This is a great home for someone looking for a long term rental as it never feels like you are living in someone's personal home. The simple, modern decor is wonderful. The property was recently redecorated included: freshly painted throughout in a soft dove grey and white trim, refurbished original large plank hardwood floors everywhere, new sofas in Belgian flax linen, organic cotton sheets from Coyuchi and linen duvet bedcovers from Libeco Lagae (leading brands in organic and linen products), brand new luxurious Sealy posturepedic mattresses and much more!

HIGHLIGHTS.

* Located on a quiet corner lot among native trees and wandering deer
* 20 minute walk to charming downtown Mill Valley
* Stylishly decorated in mid century modern and Scandinavian decor
* Inspiring vintage treasures
* Upstairs loft with peaked ceiling + skylights overlooks main floor
* Many windows with flower boxes provide lots of natural light
* Galley kitchen stocked with dishware, appliances and cookbooks perfect for the budding chef
* Living area with comfortable linen sofa that converts to sleeper bed
* Over-sized designer pillows inspire lounging and reading books
* Double sink bathroom with separate shower and soaking bathtub
* Free wifi and unlimited Netflix shows and movies for adults and kids (no regular TV or cable channels though)
* Laundry room with full size washer, dryer and folding area
* Wrap around deck leads to lighted flagstone patio and fountain
* 6 foot fence for privacy around entire property and parking for 2 cars
* Lighted front and backyard with relaxing fountain

LAYOUT.

Upstairs: Open loft area (with relaxing chair for reading, desk for writing poems) and 1 master bedroom (with queen bed, lots of built in drawers and closet)

Main Floor: kitchen, dining area, living area (with sleeper sofa), 1 separate bedroom with full bed, 1 bathroom (with double sinks, shower and separate tub)

Basement Floor (accessible from deck and outside steps): laundry room and bins full of toys and books for kids to enjoy

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
No smoking inside or outside on any of the property grounds. Damage damage will not be returned if smoking happens on property.
No shoes in house. All guests must remove shoes before entering home (adults, kids, visitors). We have a boot tray at the door for shoes.
Please no loud music, parties or events as our rental home is in a quiet, residential neighborhood and we have great relationships with our neighbors.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 648272vb
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
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

Located in Almonte, a neighbourhood in Mill Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument, while SF Masonic Auditorium and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Mill Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Marin Theatre Company - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Golden Gate Park - 22 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Pier 39 - 27 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mixt - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax and connect with nature at this designer retreat in charming Mill Valley located?

Located in Almonte, this holiday home 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).

About the host

Hosted by David McGrane

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Our family lives in the neighboring town Sausalito, California. I grew up in Montreal, Canada and my husband is from Sydney Australia. We have 2 children, Delphine age 5 and Finnegan age 8. For 10 years I had a thriving vintage French home and garden store in Mill Valley right on the downtown square called Maison Reve. The business has received national attention and now I run my business online so I can enjoy also being home with our children. You can see the style and more photos of this house on our website at Maison Reve. We also have another rental property in Sausalito #467609 for you to read reviews about our customer service. My intention is to provide relaxing getaway places for people to come and unwind, reconnect to themselves and nature, and enjoy the local treasures (little cafes, farm-to-table restaurants etc).

Why they chose this property

My mother is Suisse French and I have always been inspired by chalet homes. After working in San Francisco during the internet boom years of 1997-2001, I decided to find a home in charming Mill Valley that had a calming backdrop of nature. I fell in love with this place the minute I saw it. The natural lighting and open loft style is very inspiring.

What makes this property unique

This home has a Swedish simple zen feel to it. You can see greenery through all the skylights and large windows. The wrap around deck and patio garden are very private with deer often walking around the area.
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