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Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining

Contact Host for longer term stays.

3 BR/ 2 BA furnished home in lovely quiet San Rafael neighborhood, between San Francisco & Sonoma/Napa.

The home is located in San Rafael’s Sun Valley neighborhood - West End, on the border with San Anselmo, with magnificent canyon views from the living room, dining room and master bedroom. The entire rear of the house features an expansive deck with separate glass sliding doors from the living room, dining room and master bedroom.

The deck outside the master bedroom and the dining room features a wrought iron round table and chairs for morning coffee, dining, drinks, or just enjoying the view.

The front bedrooms, kitchen and breakfast area face a lovely front yard where you can enjoy the wonderful afternoon sun. Our fig tree yields delicious fruit in the fall.

Well equipped kitchen has a cozy breakfast nook, newer four-door stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and electric range and newer microwave and oven.

Dining and living room with gorgeous finished wood floors. Spacious indoor/outdoor family area with high ceilings, large windows. Fireplace does not burn and is for "Show" only.

Two front bedrooms have hardwood floors and plenty of closet space. They share a remodeled guest bathroom.

Master bedroom has hardwood floors, an ensuite bathroom and large walk in closet. Sliding doors to the deck where you can enjoy views of the open space or enjoy your morning coffee.

Home also features plenty of street parking.

Home has plenty of storage.

OWNERS RESIDE IN SEPARATE, CONTIGUOUS APARTMENT. OWNERS ACCESS THEIR DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT THROUGH THEIR OWN ENTRANCE.

This is a non-smoking property.

NOTE: Effective Jan 1, 2020, the City of San Rafael began collecting a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) in the amount of 12% of the nightly room fees and the cleaning fee. ONLY GUESTS STAYING 30 days OR LESS are subject to the City's 12% hotel tax.

Our Guidebook
https://tinyurl.com/OurVRBOGuideBook

Property manager

Lee Dorfman

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking of any kind in the house or in the yard

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Toddlers (2+ years) are considered guests.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Small cocktail/ dinner gatherings okay
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Magnificent Canyon View Huge Deck Outdoor Dining
Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining San Rafael

About the neighborhood

Map
San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dominican University of California - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 24 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 25 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪M.H.Bread and Butter - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Comforts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pond Farm Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining located?

This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of Imagination Park and Eden Day Spa. San Anselmo Memorial Park and Marin History Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Magnificent Canyon View, Huge Deck, Outdoor Dining Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful views!

We stayed for a family wedding and the property was great! The morning views on the deck were perfect. The weather was extremely hot but once we figured out the ac the home was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

mary g.

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

Nice

safe from the little problems the property was lovely. A beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

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

Great house with a great view

We really enjoyed our short stay in San Rafael. House was lovely, clean & comfortable with lots of space for our family. Enjoyed sitting out on the deck - great view. Would definitely stay here again if we are returning to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louisa M.

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

Family trip

We needed a location for a family trip and this was perfect. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was very well equipped. Beautiful views from the deck made sitting out with a glass of wine perfect! Lee was very quick to respond to any questions. Only issue that was stressful was figuring out the trash situation and making sure everyone put the trash in the appropriate containers :) Would definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Weekend Stay

Excellent place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrell H.

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

Nice variety

Great property. Nicely equipped. Had several dinners on the deck which offers a wonderful view. We had stayed in Sausalito our previous few trips, and this property provided some nice variety of new restaurants and places to explore.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis A.

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

Bay Area Visit

Great place! Wonderful views, quiet, clean, and in the middle of everything. There’s a ferry to downtown San Francisco that’s 10-15 minutes away (30 min boat ride to the main Ferry terminal), Muir Woods, Sonoma wine country, Sausalito and more all within a short drive. Comfortable beds after long days sightseeing. Thanks Lee!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Lovely view

Lovely location, lovely view! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire N.

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

Beautiful place

A lovely spacious house with fabulous views and sitting areas on the back deck and a small garden in front. Immaculate and well-appointed with kitchen necessities, linens, and seating areas. Easily accessible for wheelchair users. Convenient to San Rafael, Highway 101, and Sir Francis Drake. This was our second stay, and we'll book it again the next time we visit the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

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

Lovely house and super friendly host!

The house is amazing and as pictured. One thing to note though is the recycling rules, please read before your stay so you don't end up sorting trash like we did on our last day (we didn't read carefully until the night before our check out). Host was very friendly and easy to communicate with! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimette M.

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

Lovely property, great location.

Beautiful views, many nearby attractions, and comfortable beds. We'll be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

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

Perfect Marin Location

Super clean, excellent views. Everything we needed for a great stay to play some golf in Marin. Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

wayne and bev D., Michigan

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

Lovely home

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

A Very Cozy Home!

This home is very nice and comfortable! It has a nice view of the bay and it's located close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

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

Great hilltop location

This was a perfect spot for two couples. Beautiful views, clean property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Sisters’ birthday celebration

This house has a wonderful layout, large rooms, magnificent views, comfortable furniture and beds. We were able to find all supplies for cooking and entertaining for our small family gathering. The sunrises and sunsets were amazing! Thank you for sharing this special location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

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

Great location Bay area exploration

We found Lee's home to be a great home base for ferrying into San Francisco, hiking in Marin Headlands, and visiting Muir Woods. Lee and his family were very welcoming and we had everything we needed for our stay. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

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

Beautiful house and view

Very comfortable beds. Amazing view. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Home away from home

This is a lovely property and the owners have been very accommodating and helpful. We would stay here again. 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate H.

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

Family Wedding fun!

This was a beautiful, comfortable home and the hosts were very easy to work with! We would stay again in a heartbeat & highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

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

Great spot north of San Fran

This a great home for a small family vacation. Fantastic views, close to San Fran, Sonoma and other pleasant local towns and spaces. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles L., West Chicago, IL

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

Fantastic view & comfortable stay

Beautiful views overlooking a valley - you can see the SF bay in the distance. Spacious and comfortable place to stay. Our host, Lee, was very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Wonderful home

We had a family celebration in San Rafael, and this home was perfect! The home is roomy and well-equipped. The view is unbeatable. We hope to stay here again when we have a family get-together. Our hosts were accessible and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

Blessed to have stayed here

Everyone was in love with the house, the area and the views. Comfortable accomodations and we couldn't have asked for a better place to spend together for a wedding on Friday. Nice area to walk. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Birthday visit

Comfortable space for the 3 of us. Convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022