Welcome to your retreat. Drive through the gate to a peaceful secluded setting. Watch the sunset from your private deck in the hills above San Rafael. It's like a treehouse but with no stairs! The modern space was designed by sixty nine EDGE Design and completely renovated in 2023. Pool with a big view is heated in the summer. Centrally located between San Francisco, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Napa, and Sonoma. We get compliments on the bed. TV: Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, live sports +!
Dedicated parking space for one (1) car. Street parking is also available.
500 sqft 1-bedroom single-story guest house:
• Sunset treetop views high above the twinkling lights of San Rafael
• Pool with a view
• Private entrance + separate building = very private space
• Dedicated parking space
• Centrally located in Marin between San Francisco, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Napa, and Sonoma
The Casita is ideal for a solo traveler, couple, or small family. Along with the queen bed in the bedroom, there is also a twin air mattress.
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LIVING SPACE
Enjoy a light-filled open floor plan made up of the kitchen and living room. Plenty of counter space for food prep. Custom dining table for two can double as a work from home office.
• Smart lock entry
• Fast wi-fi
• TV with Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Nat Geo, Marvel, Star Wars, premium sports, cable, & live tv!
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LIVING ROOM
• Cozy sofa for two and a comfy side chair
• Large picture windows look out on a secluded tree top view
• Basket of blankets
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KITCHEN
• 2-burner electric stove and microwave
• Refrigerator and freezer
• Toaster, coffee maker, kettle
• Cookware pots, pans, and storage containers
• Dinnerware, silverware for 4 people
• Coffee, various teas, sugars, creamer
• Basic spices, olive oil, paper towels
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BATHROOM
• Complimentary shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and hand soap
• Full-size shower
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BEDROOM
• New queen mattress
• High-quality sheets
• Closet
• Sliding glass door that leads to your private deck
• View of the city through the trees
• Comfy chair
• Portable fan
• Washer & dryer with complimentary detergent
• Optional twin air mattress with foam mattress topper, mattress pad, sheets, blanket, and pillow
• Optional crib/pack-n-play
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POOL
• Large saltwater pool is solar heated May through September. 5ft max depth.
• Pool towels
• Pool toys
• Stairs from the Casita to the pool
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HEAT & AIR
• Bay breezes and shade from the trees usually provide constant coolness to the Casita, but if it's not enough, there is a portable remote-controlled fan
• Central heating with Nest thermostat
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FAQs
ARE PARTIES ALLOWED?
Only registered guests are allowed on the property - parties are not allowed.
EARLY CHECK-IN?
Early check-in may be available. Please let us know if that is of interest.
ARE THERE GROCERY STORES NEARBY?
Yes, there are excellent grocery stores nearby. Message us if you'd like a list sent to you prior to your arrival.
ARE THERE COFFEE SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS NEARBY?
Yes, there are a wide range of coffee shops and restaurants nearby. Message us if you'd like a list sent to you prior to your arrival.
ARE THERE HIKING OR BIKING TRAILS NEARBY?
Yes, there are a wealth of trails nearby - it’s one of the most popular things to do in Marin! AllTrails is our favorite app to find the perfect trail for you. Message us if you'd like suggestions sent to you prior to your arrival.
DO YOU HAVE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING?
Yes, we have a Blink EV charger that you may use for an additional cost. For a Tesla, you’ll need the adapter. Please let us know ahead of time if you may be interested in using the EV charger. Since we don’t use it regularly, we are not able to guarantee that it will be available. Alternatively, there are many EV charging stations nearby.
HOW FAR IS THE CASITA TO...
• San Francisco (Golden Gate Bridge): 15 min
• San Rafael (downtown): 8 min
• Larkspur Ferry Terminal with ferries to San Francisco: 7 min
• Marin Health Medical Center hospital: 9 min
• Greenbrae Surgery Center: 7 min
• San Anselmo: 10 min
• Sausalito: 20 min
• Mill Valley: 25 min
• Muir Woods: 35 min
• Stinson Beach: 40 min
• Sonoma: 35 min
• Napa: 45 min
• San Francisco (downtown) / Moscone Center: 40 min drive or take the ferry!
NOTE:
If you are coming to California for gender-affirming care or abortion care, please ask about a discount on your stay and a post-op care package. We would be happy to help.
You belong here! We welcome every guest—of any race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age—with respect, and without judgment or bias. We are 100% committed to inclusivity and to you feeling great about your time here.