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Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!

Family-friendly stay near Muir Woods National Monument

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A house with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a wooden deck.
A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small deck.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and a door.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a deck, a bookshelf, and a small table with a chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mill Valley, CA
  • Place, Old Mill Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Dipsea Trailhead
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Sweetwater Music Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mill Valley

Close to the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Mill Valley cottage, you'll find Muir Woods National Monument and Sweetwater Music Hall. Mount Tamalpais State Park and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Old Mill Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dipsea Trailhead - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Lytton Square - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Throckmorton Theater - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 23 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mixt - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!

Experience all the Bay area has to offer in one location! Secluded, cozy Mill Valley retreat just minutes from Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco! We have updated the cottage a bit, new pictures! The cottage has skylights, wonderful windows that look out to the yard/trees and beautiful design details for an incredible stay. Gas fireplace, large screen TV, Internet, and outdoor shower! Gardens throughout the property, outdoor seating on front deck and private back patio and an easy walk to wonderful town of Mill Valley with unique shops and fantastic restaurants. Miles and miles of of nearby hiking and biking trails on Mount Tamalpais with breathtaking views of San Francisco, Pacific Ocean and Redwoods, including 4 mile hike to Muir Woods and 7 mile hike to Stinson Beach. A scenic 45 - 60 minute drive to Sonoma/Napa Wine Country for a fantastic day excursion or a 20 minute drive into San Francisco, Ghirardelli Square, Museums, Zoo, the Ferry Building and more. It is an outstanding vacation or business travel rental!

We do not have a washer and dryer but very convenient laundromats should you need during your stay. We do provide fresh linens whenever you need!

Note 1: Although the cottage can accommodate 5 people it will be tight for 5 adults. Best suited for 2 Adults and 2-3 children or 4 Adults (but we do allow 5 adults if you are good with someone on a blow-up twin). 1 Queen, 2 Twin Beds, Twin blow up bed available on request. Upstairs floor plan is also available! An additional charge of $20 for a fifth person will be added to your rental payment (for the entire stay not per night).
Note 2: Cottage is at the top of a driveway with an incline some guests considered it to be difficult. Please inquire if you have health issues.
Keywords: Cozy, Cottage, Garden Views, Sunny, Private, Fireplace!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have a Pac n' Play and a Highchair.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Spectacular Cottage Minutes From Town Trails Biking!
Spectacular Minutes From Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! to the airport?

This cottage is 28.3 mi (61-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! to the beach?

This cottage is 14.5 mi (36-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 10.7 mi (35-min drive) from Stinson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! to downtown Mill Valley?

This cottage is 0.7 mi away from Mill Valley.

Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our host could not have provided lovelier accommodations. The location was quiet and private and close to a beautiful redwood forest. It was precisely what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yael Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely space! The pictures really don’t do it justice. If you are a hiker, this is a great location. So close to the Dipsea trail. Warm and responsive host who could not have been nicer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an absolutely lovely cottage. It was very cozy, and so peaceful and quiet at night. Awesome location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Collin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed in early April and were able to enjoy sitting on the porch listening to the creek while smelling early spring flowers. Very relaxing and a great base camp for exploring Muir Woods and other areas. Surprisingly private as well. Host communicated promptly when needed. Our kids enjoyed the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect cottage for 2 people or a family of 4. Everything you would need is supplied and kitchen is thoughtfully outfitted. The only issue was understanding where to park and how to find the entry in the dark but the hosts responded immediately to a text. Just definitely be aware that the property is at the top of a very steep driveway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The exterior photos don't do it justice, the neighborhood with houses built into the redwood forest is amazingly beautiful. Walked miles and miles and never tired of the views. The cottage is very comfortable an clean and had everything we needed. We took my 94-year-old MiL who gets around well for her age. She was able to climb the steps up to the house. Wouldn't be suitable for anyone with serious mobility issues, but otherwise, great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was lovely! Perfectly located near downtown so we could walk. The home accommodate 4 adults well. We enjoyed Tiburon, Sausalito, Mill Valley and the pancake hike on mt. Tamalpius. A beautiful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Mill Valley Gem

A pleasure from the moment we arrived! Charming, super clean and exactly as advertised and warrants all the great reviews. Thanks to host Katy for the prompt communication throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Beautiful location but important caveats

The cottage was very clean, and nestled in a beautiful valley. It has been noted elsewhere, but the driveway is very steep. In addition, the wood steps to the gate are dangerously slippery when it has been raining. This combination can make loading/unloading luggage treacherous. The hosts were generally friendly and pleasant, but there was a delay in response when we found no key on entering the cottage. We called and texted, but it took several hours for a response.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Nice quiet place

Good spot that close to Petaluma/SF
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreas H.

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

Great Place to stay

Alles wie beschrieben, sehr gemütlich, nette Vermieterin. Für alle die SFO und Umgebung von der ruhigen Seite aus entdecken wollen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Frederique P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison très calme le quartier est tres agréable et proche de San Francisco en voiture

Seule critique mais identique partout aux état unis : l absence de volets
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

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

Mill Valley Cottage

Terrific few days! Cottage was just how it looked online. Owners were accessible and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark S.

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

Pleasant stay

Nice place. However a number of drawbacks. Only one bathroom. Queen bed, not a king. Driveway very steep. We knew this when we booked the home. Nevertheless not ideal.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Hidden Paradise

Our family of four had a wonderful stay! We came to see the redwoods in the many State Parks nearby, and quickly realized Mill Valley should be a State Park of its own. We were a short distance from the charming downtown square (great for coffee, restaurants and shopping). The best part however, is the walk in-between. The historic library has a surrounding redwood forest with footpaths and a river that runs through. The trees are gigantic. If you walk around the neighborhood enough, you'll fall in love with the gardens, foot bridges and waterfalls there in the town's backyard. And yes, we did see Muir Woods and Muir Beach, and more of the surrounding area. All beautiful too– but we were always happiest when we returned home to our quiet little backyard escape. The owners (Dan and Katy) are the best! They were so cool, kind and helpful, with great advice for where to go and what to explore. Can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eve I.

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

Elegant and Comfortable

My family and I stayed for 3 nights and 4 days. The home was clean, well organized with all our needs met. The outside area was perfect for morning coffee. The smells and sights were refreshing and rejuvenating. We slept soundly all three nights! It’s a 20 min. walk to town and an even shorter walk to a wonderful park that leads to hiking trails. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great stay

Good place to stay if visiting California
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Wonderful getaway near everything you want

Staying at this delightful cottage was such a peaceful experience. Although it’s sharing a property with the main house, it feels private and secluded. And it’s an easy walk or short drive to all the wonderful amenities of Mill Valley. SF was a quick 20 minutes over the bridge and all in all we had a perfect weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Wonderful

Wonder walkable location. Perfect amount of space for a small family. Over all it was a wonderful place.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tess W.

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

Perfect forO

Loved the space and location. Perfect for our family of 5. Loved the outdoor space complete with a babbling brook right outside. Close to downtown Mill Valley and east drive to SF.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

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

Perfect spot in Mill Valley

The cottage was perfect while we were in town for a wedding. Hosts were responsive and helpful when we asked to check in earlier and the location was close to everywhere we needed to be!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison M.

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

Mill Valley Cottage

Wonderful property, fantastic location in Mill Valley, very nice owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

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

A little slice of heaven!

The Mill Valley area is just amazing. The drive from town up to the cottage sets the stage for a perfect stay. From the little deer who greeted us, to the regal California redwoods in the yard, to the kind owners who offered their driveway while they were away, it was just spectacular. It was absolutely the right place for our family to begin our California adventure. You are very blessed Dan and Katy! Till next time...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Loved the stay

This was the perfect place for our small family. We love Marin, and being among the trees and close to downtown Mill Valley was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J L N.

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

Excellent Mill Valley Location

The size of the cottage is just right for a family of four with two teenagers. The location was perfect for us. We hiked the Dipsea Trail from the cottage and all the way to Stinson Beach, taking the Marine County shuttle on the return trip. We also golfed at the local municipal golf course. Local downtown restaurants are good and parking is easy. The cool weather makes any central air conditioning unnecessary; just open the windows. Some might find it challenging to get up/down the very steep driveway leading to the cottage; it wasn't a big deal for us. We recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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