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Secluded, Romantic, Private, on the Water

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Just the two of you... directly off the bedroom a private deck.
In your galley: 4 burner stove, refridgerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Sausalito, CA
  • Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marin Headlands
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Alcatraz Island
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Secluded, Romantic, Private, on the Water

This romantic cottage located on historic 'Ark Row', has a quiet, peaceful setting with a lovely view across the bay. The cottage itself is located in town on its own private dock over the water. It is not 'near' the water, nor does it simply have a 'view of' the water. Drop a pebble a the dock and is splashes into the water. Read or write, dine or observe a parade of maritime life: sailboats, diving Pelicans, and curious seals. Though ten minutes to the Golden Gate Bridge and 15 minutes to downtown San Francisco, you will be in your own secluded world.

Throughout Marin County there are fabulous biking and hiking trails with kayak and boat rentals available in Sausalito. The mini environment of maritime Sausaiito has long been recognized as the most temperate weather in the Bay Area - cool in summer and characteristically fog free most of the year.

Available for long or short term rental, historic waterfront ' ARK' (House on a dock.)


Discounts by the MONTH $185 / NIGHT

Keywords: Cottage, Sausalito waterfront, water view, private room, peace and quiet

Property manager

Marion Slater

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Mountain view
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
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

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sausalito

Located in Sausalito, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pier 39 and Union Square. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for San Francisco Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Sausalito, CA

What's nearby

  • San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Presidio of San Francisco - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Marin Headlands - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Alcatraz Island - 38 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 14 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 18 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barrel House Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lappert's Ice Cream - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Spinnaker - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Scoma's of Sausalito - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded, Romantic, Private, on the Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded, Romantic, Private, on the Water?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded, Romantic, Private, on the Water?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded, Romantic, Private, on the Water located?

Located in the heart of Sausalito, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Golden Gate Bridge and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Tiburon Ferry. Presidio of San Francisco and Baker Beach are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

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

Exactly what we expected!

Marion made our stay wonderful. Perfect location for experiencing the bay area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

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

Great little getaway spot!

You can't ask for a better location, everything is walkable. The unit is small but that is more than offset with the view and location. Very clean, parking is easy, and you can't get any closer to the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis D.

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

Beautiful location

We were delighted to find this ideal spot. It was in a very perfect location for shopping and eating. Can’t wait to visit again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

a jewel

Charmingly decorated and location is superb. The cottage is over the water and it is not just a beautiful spot but it is very peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Such a lovely experience

This was in a perfect spot and so comfy and cozy. Marion was just an amazing host and we would totally recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W., Portland, Maine

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

Best Place in Sausalito

Great location, right on the water, close to shops and restaurants. Plenty of sea life to gawk at right off the deck. Seals, pelicans, herons, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Geat! Comfortable, clean and convenient!

Marion was an awesome host and the place had everything we needed! It made our 21st anniversary special! We will return for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

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

Perfect location for everything!

Marion's Sausalito dock house is charming and welcoming. It is located in a perfect location to walk to everything in town with many restaurants nearby. Marion was an awesome host and we hope to return many times in the future. There is so much more to explore around Sausalito.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Tiny place with gorgeous views of the wildlife, in the center of the action.

Holiday trip to a new place. Great seafood dinners, in walkable area. Views over the bay to SF are great from the brewery. Enjoyed watching the birds, harbor seals and gulls. When the tide comes it water splashes under your feet, very nautical experience without setting sail.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karina M.

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

Charming & Cheerful

This waterfront cottage was the perfect getaway to explore Sausalito. Walking distance to fabulous restaurants and shops. The cottage is filled with original art, vintage rugs and charming furniture and is painted the happiest sunny yellow color that you feel like you are living in a doll house. The bed is comfortable. Shower is hot with good water pressure and the portable heater provides warmth on a chilly night while the cross breeze easily cools down the cottage on warmer days. Even though it is a one room cottage, there is also plenty of outside seating so we never felt cramped. Watching the tide ebb and flow and all the wildlife and boating activity right from our on the water location was delightful. Marion was readily available to answer any questions and was a great host that we had the pleasure of meeting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joel Z.

This site was just as described online.

We used this location as our place to rest our heads at night. It was perfect for that. It’s within an easy walk of the San Francisco ferry and multiple restaurants. We had easy and free parking for our car, but a truck would work too if needed. It’s a one bed unit with shower. Kitchen space includes a stove, microwave, toaster, necessary dishes and pots, and a mini fridge. Water pressure was great. Mattress was very firm, which my husband really appreciated. There is an outside table to sit and watch the water fowl and sunrise. There are bars a couple doors away but we were never bothered by noise. It was warm the first few nights and the windows don’t open. So we had to sleep with the doors open. Luckily we had no intruders of ANY kind. If you use wash rags I suggest you bring some. Towels were very soft. The place was clean. Despite it backing up to the owners Home, we found it very private and quiet. If you want a new, trendy or spacious place to hang out for hours, this may not be your place. But if you want convenience and functionality, this is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

M and Su S.

Cute efficiency!

The cottage is a really cute space and has everything you might need for a short stay. Equipped like an efficiency apartment; stovetop, microwave, and mimic ridge. It's located directly behind the owners main floating home with parking in front (this was nice since parking is hard to come by in the city). The single complaint we had about our stay (which is why I didn't rate 4 stars) is that there was an active termite problem that hadn't been resolved. This wasn't disclosed to us after booking or prior to our stay, even though the owners admitted they were aware. There was a wardrobe that had very distinct termite tunnels all over it. Each day we found wood grains on the flooring and would have to sweep them up to walk comfortably without shoes. We ended up checking out early, just couldn't feel truly comfortable at the property with this issue. The owner obliged our refund request for the portion of the reservation not used but not without subtracting a cleaning fee and what they stated was a VRBO commission. I hope they were able to get the issue resolved or at least disclosed this the subsequent guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

SALLIE S.

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

room with a view

This was a sweet, cozy spot with gorgeous views and walking distance to everything i needed! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

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

LOVED

If you’re debating whether or not to book this charming guest house, do it. Do it yesterday. There is a separate gate that leads to the back porch of the house where you’ll find the cutest guest house. The place is a decent size for two people. Everything was clean and found just as described in the listing. The kitchen is minimal but there’s enough for you to get by. The fridge space is small and does not include a freezer. No spices. When I arrived the weather was pretty hot. Inside the house was warm as well even with the fans on. Once I opened the doors a windows to allow more airflow it cooled down and I was able to sleep comfortably. The next morning the home owner was kind enough to check on me to make sure I was comfortable and asked if there was anything she could do. Most of the trip I either spent on the porch or exploring the near by trails and when I returned the house was always a comfortable temperature. This cottage in is prime location! Just outside the busyness of sf. Point Bonita is only 20min away and so worth it!! But you could honestly spend all your time at this cottage or enjoying Sausalito’s cute shops/restaurants and enjoying the beautiful bay views. I could go on forever about this place! I was so sad to leave. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Perfect spot

This place was perfect for me. Within walking distance to everything including my son’s place. The view of the bay off the deck was great and even saw some seals! The owner lives next door and was lovely to talk to .
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

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

Excellent Sausalito experience

Wonderful location right on, or really over (on pilings), the Sausalito waterfront. The space is plenty for two people, recently updated and clean. The kitchen is galley-sized, but quite sufficient for breakfast or if you decide to eat in. We stayed during sailing lessons at the nearby Modern Sailing school, and the location was ideal. Highly recommended, except for when we go return and call dibs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hidden Gem

Quant, quiet, and such a sweet little cottage . Sit on the deck and watch the birds hunt for fish, rays swim by (saw one!), and the boats out in the bay. Sweet and tranquil. Don’t pack too many items nor much food- tiny fridge but wonderful restaurants 2 minute walk away! I’ll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Relaxing Comfy Getaway Amazing Views

What a great place! We loved our stay at Marion’s comfy cottage on the bay. The cottage was perfect for us. The view of the bay through the sliding glass door was beautiful with birds sea lions and boats. You can see the lights of Tiberon in the evening. The cottage is small but plenty of room for two. Nice shower fluffy towels kitchenette comfy queen bed. The location is great, walking distance to many restaurants and shops and the Ferry. Marion who lives in the house next to cottage made sure everything was good. What a nice lady. Enjoyed our talks with her. The highlight was the little table outside our bedroom overlooking the bay. We enjoyed a many glasses of wine and cheese here. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lusan C.

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

Wonderful and clean accommodation. Central location with easy walking to many restaurants.

Great place!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

cecilia R., London, United Kingdom

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

The best location and the best view in town

We enjoyed very much our stay , the view from our deck was breathtaking, the studio was very clean and comfortable and the host Marion was very kind and sweet . We could walk everywhere , best restaurants , ferry etc . I would definitely go back .
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

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

Sitting on the dock of the bay

The property is actually one room on the deck behind an ark, not the ark itself. The location and view are spectacular. The room itself had the feel of a cheap motel. The kitchen sink leaked unless the lever was placed just right. There was a tiny mini-fridge with no freezer. There were only a few pieces of broken silverware. There was a small shower stall, but hot water was not a problem. Wifi was adequate, but the TV had only a few local channels, with no CNN or MSNBC. There was no place to conveniently plug in our devices. Unlike the VRBO listing, there was no free parking. The front door stuck and needed a lot of force to open and close. Marion, the landlord, tried to be accommodating. Still, I would stay here again, because of the great location. We discovered that Bar Bocce next door actually serves great food with a great view, and when we were there was not noisy at all, and it is open to the ocean, and felt safe COVID-wise. And Salitos is still great, and Fred's is only a short walk away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Mike P.

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

Bay Stay

Lovely small cottage on the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Sausalito Waterfront

Fantastic location! On the water with everything within walking distance out the door. The space is small but, roomy enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy C., Salt Lake City

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

Lovely

Exceptional!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

jan b., sausalito, ca usa

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

Charming!!

Beautiful location. Marion a lively host.,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Marion Slater

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I have owned the cottage for more than 40 years, it was originally a boat house owned by a captain of a fishing boat. I had always admired the property for its location on the water, when it was offered for sale I was happy to buy it, have been glad I did.

Why they chose this property

Once you see the cottage you will see what a lot it has to offer in its location, close to everything people come to Sausalito for, the lovely view, access to San Francisco and the wine country.

What makes this property unique

For guests interested in kayaking or boating in general, there could not be a better place than the San Francisco Bay. Here in Sausalito every possible type of sailing, sailboarding, boating is available. Some of the best restaurants, coffee shops and cafes nearby.

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English
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