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Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views.

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views.

Experience floating home (houseboat) life in this sweet, light-filled, magical space. Enjoy a full kitchen with a charming built in breakfast nook. Every space has a water view and there are two balconies where you can enjoy sunrises with coffee and sunsets with wine. The living room has an iconic free standing wood burning fire place for cozy nights. Open living room and kitchen plus eating nook are upstairs. There's and an extra sitting / yoga / work room off of the kitchen. There are two large bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus washer/dryer downstairs. There are plenty of beautiful and roomy work spaces throughout the home. A delightful place to live and work while enjoying life on the dock of the bay.

Property manager

Janell Pekkain

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please be sure the heater is turned off.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Sausalito, CA

What's nearby

  • San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Marin Headlands - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Rodeo Beach - 16 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 19 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Good Earth Natural Foods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fish - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views. located?

Located in the heart of Sausalito, this houseboat is within 6 mi (10 km) of Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Mount Tamalpais State Park, and Sweetwater Music Hall. Bay Area Discovery Museum and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Magical, light-filled houseboat with spectacular views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Beautiful stay , so fun !

What a nice experience to stay on a floating home. It was so clean and very cute. The host was so nice and accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Wonderful

We had a lovely week+ stay. Host was very accomodating. Beautiful space.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

… magical and light-filled, and so much more!!!

Our dream to live on a houseboat in Sausalito was fulfilled!!! Nearby to our favorite coffee and shops - including authentic Hawaiian-style poke at Gilligan’s Poke - thoroughly enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine h.

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

Magical!!!

Incredibly inviting in every way. Attention to even the tiniest details of needs for a relaxing stay. Janell was prompt and timely for any necessary communication. The place exudes spiritual connection and kindness. A communion to the rhythms of nature. An "A+ host"!! Stayed a month, not wanting to leave.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

Great setting and convenient location

We loved the float house and setting. I was there for spring break with my teen boys and they also thought it was cool. Very quiet but also spring weather which may have helped. It was a great location to be for tourists to the San Fran area. Close enough for easy access to the city and all other attractions. Sausalito is also a great town and Salitos restaurant was delicious. The home is spacious, the pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa D., St Petersburg, FL

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

Unique experience

We enjoyed our stay overall. The home is a little dated, but the primary bed was comfortable. We didn’t cook, so can’t speak to that. It was conveniently located for excursions to many places that we wanted to see. The neighbors were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte M.

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

What a treat!

We rented this lovely float home for our 30th wedding anniversary and it was our first time to San Fran but we wanted the more laid back feel of Sausalito. This property and location didn’t disappoint and we had a wonderful time. Walking distance to a small cafe and mini market and we Ubered everywhere else. The float home was as advertised and our host was lovely and responsive. She even left a special treat on our first night. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

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

Stylish, sparkling, roomy and extremely well equipped.

For those of you thinking a "houseboat" means a decrepit, leaky and sorta dark and musty hulk, well, think again -- this airy "floating home" at the north end of the Sausalito docks is none of that: It's stylish and roomy, with capacious rooms, surprisingly high ceilings and LOTS of windows and light. The kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms are surprisingly well equipped with first-rate equipment (pans, knives, etc. are better than many home kitchens), and lots of extra high quality towels, sheets, etc. The environs are that perfect mix of friendly and sometimes quirky neighbors who completely respect a desire for privacy. The bars and restaurants are a quick drive or easy bikeride into the denser parts of Sausalito, and it's a lot of fun to just walk along the many docks, savoring the wide range of houseboat types and styles. But it's always good to come back to this thoroughly delightful little oasis. It was a LOT of fun, and our host was incredibly responsive and accomodating for our entire stay. Really top flight!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

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

Amazing Stay on an Incredible Sausalito Houseboat

If this property is available, and it lines up with your travel dates, just book it! I’ve stayed at many places, and this was one of the most comfortable and clean places ever. The host is super-responsive and clearly cares for this “floating home.” Upon arrival, the boardwalk will greet you with potted succulents while the home is warm and unexpectedly spacious. One can feel the tidewater surroundings of this incredible location where birds fly overhead and herons wade. Plenty of supplies covered all of the essentials. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reyke S.

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

Dream holiday on the water

We had wonderful days on this great houseboat. Everything was perfect. Facilities, cleanliness and location were very very good and upmarket. Many thanks also to Janell for the wonderful care.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

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

So cute

What a cute neighborhood. The house was great. Janelle was so helpful and friendly. It was convenient to everywhere we wanted to visit. The house really made our stay perfect. It’s unique and so comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Sausalito 5 star

A great place to base yourselves for exploring wine country and San Francisco, the houseboat experience is second to none!
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

TL W.

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

great place to stay

we had a great time staying here. all the room we could need and really nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi E.

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

The owner was gracious and helpful throughout the stay. She kept in touch in a GREAT way.

Because we had three students staying in her home she accommodated us by making a side room into another bed room. This made the whole internship program work. She had a few questions during the time the students were there and they were able to be resolved. The host was wonderful!
Stayed 60 nights in Jun 2022