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Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!

Cottage near Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley

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A balcony with a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of trees and a building.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black and white checkered floor, a window with a view of greenery, and a washing machine.
A blue single-story house with a garage, a red car parked inside, and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A living room with a sofa, a red leather chair, a dining table, and a rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2530 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Mill Valley, CA
  • Place, Marin Theatre Company
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Muir Woods National Monument
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mill Valley

Almonte stay.Your stay at this Almonte cottage places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Sweetwater Music Hall and Mount Tamalpais State Park. San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marin Theatre Company - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Golden Gate Park - 21 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Pier 39 - 26 min drive - 14.2 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Natural Foods - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Junction - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!

Off the market since 2024, this cozy, quiet, and completely private free-standing cottage is filled with natural light and feels like a treehouse tucked among the 5 magnificent redwoods. A family of deer is often seen in the yard, adding to the peaceful setting. It's feels like a great getaway but is close to everything.

The fully-furnished, immaculate one-bedroom features a very comfortable king-size bed, a small office with a desk, wood floors, a recently updated bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove. The living room is comfortable and inviting, and a full-size washer and dryer are included. There is also a small locked storage area in the carport.

The cottage has covered carport parking and is accessed by 13 stairs leading up to the living area. It’s less than 10 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, 5–10 minutes from Muir Woods, world-class hiking and biking trails, and just 40 minutes from wine country. The walking/bike path from Mill Valley to Sausalito is just steps away.

A great selection of shops and restaurants is nearby, with Whole Foods, Safeway, and Good Earth all within one mile. Walking trails lead into Sausalito and to nearby restaurants.

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Muir Woods Lodge
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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
3.8 out of 5, Good, 1,006 reviews
$85 nightly
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 530 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Quiet Private Shelter in Place Cottage Close to Trails Stores
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! to the airport?

This cottage is 25.3 mi (49-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! to the beach?

This cottage is 11.5 mi (33-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 9.1 mi (35-min drive) from Rodeo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! to downtown Mill Valley?

This cottage is 1 mi away from Tamalpais-Homestead Valley.

Cozy Quiet Cottage Close to Trails, Wine Country & SF and Lots of Light! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed my stay very much. I needed a quiet, restful place and this sweet little cottage, among the trees, delivered. I appreciated the laundry facilities and a fully functional kitchen too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was my 2nd time staying at the cottage and again, it did not disappoint! It's a very comfortable spot. The location is great - so nice to walk on the bike path through Bothin Marsh! - and easy to walk to Tam Junction for coffee, groceries, or Shoreline Diner. My favorite aspect of the cottage is the small deck that is just perfect for breathing in the night (or morning) air while enjoying the redwoods. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gene G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and exceptional!! Clean and cozy home. Peaceful neighborhood, close to hiking trails, shopping and restaurants. Also very close to San Francisco. The place had all the amenities necessary for our 10 day stay. Rusty was also great to deal with and was always available to communicate if we had any questions. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katy R.

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

Wish we would have stayed longer!

We can't say enough good things about our stay - we'll definitely be back <3
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Glenda B.

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

Stay in Mill Valley

Nice stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Enjoyable week

We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Very nice place to stay

My wife and I had a wonderful time visiting family and we loved staying at Almonte. Host was most helpful and place was clean and convienent. Very comfortable bed. Looking forward to a return visit. .
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heinz V.

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

A Great Home Away From Home!

Great location and great cabin, we found everything you could possibly need and more. Truly enjoyed staying there and after our day trips to San Francisco we where happy to get back 'Home' to a nice and normal neighborhood. the rates are also very reasonable and the homey feeling we got beets any hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony V.

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

Peaceful Stay

Fabulous, clean, and peaceful. Great location close to trails, stores, and city. Host was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Convenient, quiet, and cozy!

We've stayed many places in the area but we loved it here and hope that it is available next time we return. Nice Safeway store nearby, close to everything, comfy bed, and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is conveniently located, very peaceful and quiet. It was very clean and comfortable. Rusty was available to provide information about the property and area. Awesome place!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Wonderful Stay

The cottage was perfect … quiet, peaceful, ample amenities, and convenient to town and area attractions. The accommodations were very comfortable, and our host Rusty offered helpful tips and was very responsive to questions. Overall, an excellent value. We would definitely like to stay again during our next visit to Mill Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Perfect little “treehouse” for our family vacation!

Beautiful spot in the forest! The house had a great view of the trees and we loved all the fresh air. The inside was cozy and the office was a nice extra room to have! Everything was very clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

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

Solitude and quietness

Waking to the soft chewing of the deer munching on grass - but otherwise sooo quiet and the BEST bed. Very central to everything - Wild walks, restaurants, fantastic cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S W.

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

Very nice property on a quiet street

Loved the location. Close to everything I wanted to get to. Rusty was great in communicating with me all the way through. I will stay again next time I go to CA.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

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

Treehouse feel with lovely accommodations

Beautiful large cottage! Really comfortable. Location above the carport puts you high up in the trees close to nature. Quiet, restful and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry C.

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

Terrific place!

Just the right size for the two of us and well located and maintained, Rusty's cottage was an excellent base for our exploration of Muir Woods and forays into the city. Rusty communicated well with us before and during the stay and ensured that all of our questions were answered and all needs were met. We look forward to a return visit!.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

A San Francisco Retreat

My husband and I were looking for a relaxing getaway with ease of access to San Francisco. Could not have asked for a more perfect location - easy travel by car AND ferry - and away from the downtown chaos. The treehouse was peaceful and perfect to R&R before and after running around the city. Hosts were awesome and super responsive, making the trip that much more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cottage in the Trees

Absolutely Lovely! The place is a perfect size for 2. Relaxing Quiet and Clean. Communication with Rusty easy and prompt ! Great location too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

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

Pleasant mill valley getaway

The cabin was a lovely small apartment in a charming quintessentially Californian neighborhood. Some highlights were a nice big shower with great water action, and a very comfortable bed. Rusty was attentive. Highly recommend for couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

Comfortable property in an excellent location

Mill Valley is a lovely location and this is a lovely property to stay in. There are lots of walking routes and other things to do, plenty of places to eat and a good supermarket nearby. Sausalito and the Golden Gate Bridge are close by too. Rusty was always available if we needed anything. We stayed for 4 nights but if we come back again we may stay for longer than that,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

In the redwoods!

This was our second stay at Rusty’s Mill Valley cottage…we especially love that it is up a flight of stairs, so feel safe leaving windows open! It’s a very comfy place, bright living area and very comfortable bed. Full kitchen and laundry add to the beauty! We enjoyed morning coffee and a bagel before setting out each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Nirvana!

Perfect for my husband and I. Cozy, comfortable cottage perfectly nestled in nature. Well equipped to easily settle in and Rusty was on point with keeping in touch with us to communicate details for our stay. Convenient location to everything! This was our first time staying here, but it sure won’t be our last as our son and DIL live just a short 10 minute drive from the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edmund S.

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

Great place, great location!

We had a lovely stay in Rusty’s Cottage. It had everything we needed and more! It is in a perfect location to see the sights of San Francisco, Napa Valley, Muir Woods, Golden Gate and everywhere in-between! There is good shopping close by as well as a great range of cafes and restaurants. The cottage is in a peaceful location and we were delighted to see the deer in the garden behind the cottage most mornings. Should we return to San Francisco we would have no hesitation in booking with Rusty again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Exceeded expectations!

This cottage was lovely, perfectly situated among the redwoods and a nice walk to downtown Mill Valley. Rusty was very responsive and let me check in early. It’s way cuter in person than in the pictures. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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