You can look forward to golfing on-site, a garden and a playground at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace
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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!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
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
Living room
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
Smoke-free property
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
Snorkelling 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
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Composting
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 900 square feet
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An adult aged 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
Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Mill Valley, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Muir Woods National Monument and San Francisco Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Bay Area Discovery Museum and Fort Mason. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby. Visit our Mill Valley travel guide
Is Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! located?
This family-friendly Mill Valley cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sweetwater Music Hall, Mount Tamalpais State Park and Muir Woods National Monument. Golden Gate National Recreation Area is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.
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Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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What an absolutely lovely cottage. It was very cozy, and so peaceful and quiet at night. Awesome location too.
Amanda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Eric M.
17 May 2016
Beautiful Place!
We really enjoyed our stay in Mill Valley. The location was quiet but within walking distance to town. The recently renovated house was perfect for a family of four. The house was clean and neat with nice furnishings and great outdoor space. I highly recommend it!
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.
Michael B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Dave M.
30 Mar 2023
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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...
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!
With loved our week stay at this beautiful and quiet cottage. We found it clean and comfortable and the owners were very cordial and helpful. Great location for NOCAL day trips! We’ll be back again - God willing!
Gorgeous perfect guesthouse tucked away between California redwoods. Deer came to the stream behind us in the mornings, though it's a suburban lane with several other houses. It was perfect for us and our school-aged kids. One day we visited Muir Woods, and one day over the golden gate to walk around SF. The town had a delicious italian restaurant, ice cream, bakery cafe & creative shops.