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ULTRA Comfy, Quiet, Private Perch
YOU'LL FEEL PAMPERED We've recently furnished this gorgeous home with new furniture & creative, international art. Large comfortable living rm with electric recliner, huge couch & 2-person bean bag! Two beds, each w/ their own bath! Less than 1 mile to downtown w/ fab restaurants, shops, wine bars & breweries. Not Child Friendly. Close to Hwy 101, SMART Train, San Anselmo, Fairfax, Corte Madera, Petaluma. Easy access to San Francisco & Wine Country! Two blks to historic trails for hiking.

Downtown Mill Valley 2BR Family Retreat/No Stairs
Experience the best of Mill Valley in our 2BR,1BA unit! Walk to downtown shops and local attractions. The home offers family-friendly amenities, including backyard with a fire pit, playhouse, and outdoor seating. Your perfect base for exploring the Bay Area while enjoying Mill Valley’s charm: -20 mins to San Francisco -Near Muir Woods, Mt. Tam, Sausalito,Stinson Beach,Point Reyes -Napa & Sonoma just an hour away Whether you’re here for nature, city fun, or relaxation, you’ll love staying here!

Secluded Downtown Modern Lux Retreat in Redwoods
Escape to a luxurious oasis in the heart of Mill Valley with this stunning contemporary home, thoughtfully designed to be your home away from home with sophisticated style, ultimate comfort & convenience in mind. Nestled 4 min walk away from downtown Mill Valley where cafés, restaurants, and live music venues await, our home is peaceful and spacious. Perfect getaway, we can’t wait to host you! *Climbing 38 stairs required to access 3-story home. Not ADA accessible. *This is a no shoes home :)

Scenic Sequoia: A Chic California Hillside Retreat
Escape city life and head to the foothills of Mt. Tamalpais to experience awe-inspiring views from this 3-bed, 3-bath vacation rental in San Anselmo. The second you step in the door you’ll be greeted with an immaculately decorated home where you can spend evenings enjoying a meal prepared in the chef’s kitchen, or a glass of local wine inside with family or friends. At this elegant abode, it’s easy to feel secluded, but you can take comfort in knowing the Bay Area is just a stone’s throw away.

Beach House ~180° Views, Hot Tub, Curated Interior
A blissful coastal retreat with unparalled ocean views, the Ocean Parkway House is nestled on a secluded bluff over looking the Pacific. This unique 1960's Bolinas beach house is a spot to truly relax and unwind. Fully updated with a curated mix of vintage and modern furnishings - our cottage has a mid-century design sensibility with luxuries like Coyuchi towels, a chef's kitchen, Scandinavian fireplace, outdoor rain shower, cedar hot tub, and new heated stone loveseat on the upstairs deck.

Two Creeks Treehouse
Looking for a healthy dose of tranquility and adventure at your doorstep? Over 100 steps from the road below, this 'treehouse' is perched above it all and horizontally oriented on a steep lot between two creeks. The all glass façade creates dramatic views of the redwoods, Mt. Tam and across downtown Mill Valley to Blithedale Ridge. Anchored to granite the house sits on handmade stone walls from rock harvested on the property during construction in the 1960s. Truly a one of a kind stay.

MCM Waterfront Pool/Hot Tub between SF and Napa
Mid Century Modern-MCM Time Capsule right on San Francisco Bay! 15 minutes to Golden Gate Bridge, 30 minutes to wineries. All original architectures and features. Stunning property! To make sure our house fits your needs PLEASE click on “Show more >” below and read our entire listing as well as the "House Rules" and "Safety & property" sections at the very bottom of this page before sending us a booking request. We live in a quiet neighborhood and have strict noise limits after 10pm!!

Waterfront Home, King Bed, San Francisco, Napa
SAN FRANCISCO & NAPA WINE COUNTRY AT YOUR FINGERTIPS IN MAGICAL WATERFRONT MARIN COUNTY HOME. KING BED! CENTRAL HEAT & AIR CONDITIONING! Comforts of home @ modernly furnished water / canal front home. Take in the beautiful water canal views while relaxing on the expansive outdoor deck. Feel away from it all yet only 15 miles to the Golden Gate Bridge to San Francisco & only 45 miles to Napa Wine Country and 5 minutes to downtown San Rafael w/ its great dining, night life, and shopping!

Legendary Musician's Home in Heart of Mill Valley
Just minutes from town, this historic duplex offers a taste of old Mill Valley. Formerly owned by one of the founding members of Jefferson Airplane, the space was redesigned in the 1970s and it bears the imprint of the era. From the spacious living room, wind your way up a spiral staircase to the primary bedroom suite, which features a large bathroom, an extra room for office or yoga, and a private outdoor deck with a stunning view of Mt. Tam.

Marin Retreat: large deck + expansive views
Relax with the whole family at this inviting place to stay. This beautifully constructed home, nestled in the mountains between San Rafael, San Anselmo, and Ross, features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious living room, open kitchen, and adjoining large deck. Created with tranquility in mind, this peaceful home is a minimal, modern hideaway that allows guests to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Artist-designed home in the trees
Charming, spacious and immaculate home. I'm a designer by trade and the house reflects it; vintage and modern pieces mix with original art. Nestled in a canyon above San Anselmo, we're a twenty minute walk to downtown San Anselmo to the east and downtown Fairfax to the west. Miles of world-class hiking and biking trails right outside the door.

Ocean views from every room!
Very private coastal home nestled at treetop level yet with dramatic ocean views from every room. Floor to ceiling windows and unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. Decks, lounge chairs, deck for BBQ, morning coffee, dinners, walks to beach, endless hiking trails and total relaxation!
Popular amenities for San Rafael house rentals
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Sonoma Country Club Wine Country w/ pool

Vineyard-House Escape in Sonoma Wine Country

Modern wine country stunner!

Chic & Fun Mid-Century Modern sleeps 8 (pool)

Sonoma 14Acres, 2BR 2BA, Pool HotTub, Plaza 3 mi.

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Hillside Retreat

4 bedroom cozy mid-century modern home w/pool

Zen Meets Pool Retreat!
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Mill Valley Retreat

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Spectacular Views, Hot Tub, HugeDeck,OutdoorDining

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IMMACULATE--The BEST of Mill Valley!
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Mill Valley -walk to town

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Jewel On The Avenue

Sweet San Anselmo 2 Bedroom Home

Stunning Neighborhood Gem Walkable to Downtown

La Cava -Valley of the Moon

Charming 1 bedroom Treehouse Retreat in Redwoods

Spacious, Serene, Renovated Home
When is the best time to visit San Rafael?
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San Rafael holiday rentals start at $17 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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190 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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50 properties feature pools

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140 properties have a dedicated workspace

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240 of San Rafael holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
San Rafael stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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