Title: A country retreat near San Francisco - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A country retreat near San Francisco Vacation home in Mill Valley with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32392300/32392253/f2f18d01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32392300/32392253/405df7b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32392300/32392253/755497cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32392300/32392253/50c89542.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32392300/32392253/2bc2d120.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Mill Valley, this spacious house invites relaxation with its sunny living room, gas fireplace, and lush gardens. Unwind after a day of exploring San Francisco or Muir Woods in one of the two comfortable bedrooms or on the patio with a gas grill and outdoor heater. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A country retreat near San Francisco This comfortable, sunny and spacious house is located in a tranquil family neighborhood in the quaint town of Mill Valley in Marin County, an elegant and affluent suburb north of San Francisco At only 6 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and adjacent to Sausalito, it’s the perfect location to unwind and relax after a day of sightseeing or business meetings. The available space, on the ground level of the house, includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a large living room, a dining room, a kitchen, a laundry/pantry room, and front and back lush gardens. There is a locked, although unoccupied, bedroom upstairs and a locked garage. The 2 bedrooms have comfortable queen size beds with adjustable base, brand new top of the line mattresses, quality linens, down comforters, closets, dressers and flat screen televisions with cable and WIFI for streaming movies, Netflix and Hulu. There is extra storage space. The recently remodeled bathroom has a tub with shower, towels, toiletry and hair dryer. The dining room seats six with French doors opening to the lovely back garden. The living room has a new sofa-bed with a firm mattress that sleeps 2, a new electrical comfortable recliner for 2, a large leather couch, a gas fireplace with remote control, a 55” flat screen HDTV with Satellite / Cable, WIFI, Blue ray/DVD player and a CD player with I Phone dock. The fully equipped chef kitchen has quartz countertops, plenty of cabinets, top of the line brand new appliances and cooking utensils. The laundry/pantry room has a washer and dryer, iron and iron board. The patio has a gas grill with tools and a dining table for 6, lounge chairs to relax, a hammock, an outdoor heater and a beautiful garden with direct access to a kids and dogs park. In the shed there are 2 mountain bikes with helmets and locks. There is parking for 2 cars in the driveway plus street parking. There is a pack 'n play crib with pillow and blanket, a high chair and a stroller available upon request. The house is at walking distance from the bus stop for local buses and buses to San Francisco. It takes a15 minutes drive to the Ferry Service to San Francisco from Sausalito and Larkspur, 6 minutes to Golden Gate Bridge and 25 minutes to downtown San Francisco (traffic permitting), 10 minutes to downtown Mill Valley or downtown Sausalito, 15 minutes to Muir Woods, Muir Beach, Tiburon, Marin Headlands, 25 minutes to Stinson Beach or to the top of Mt. Tamalpais , 45 minutes to the Sonoma and Napa Valley wine country. The Marin Airporter bus to San Francisco Airport is close by. Hike or ride the bike (2 bikes provided) to Tennessee Valley Trail all the way to Tennessee Valley Beach. Explore the many great hiking trails and bike roads of Mt. Tamalpais or the surrounding open-space reserves, parks, and coastal habitats. Biking and hiking local maps are provided together with maps of San Francisco. There is also a suggested detailed driving tour of San Francisco. Ideal for: Family vacations Family visits Business travel Honeymooners Nature lovers Bikers and hikers Adjacent to Sausalito and in close proximity to the Golden Gate Bridge, this quaint town of Mill Valley extends on the hills and canyons of the southern slopes of Mount Tamalpais, a heaven for mountain bikers. The proximity to tourist destinations like San Francisco, Muir Woods, Muir Beach, Stinson Beach and the famous wine country of Sonoma/Napa makes it an ideal location to enjoy the beauty, the scenery and the many attractions that the San Francisco Bay Area has to offer. At the same time it offers a serene and relaxed country atmosphere. The numerous open-space reserves, parks, and coastal habitats that surround it are covered with countless trails ideal for hiking, biking and enjoy natural wilderness. Its charming downtown offers chic boutiques, an array of restaurants, coffee shops, the Sequoia Theater that hosts the International renown Mill Valley film festival and the Sweetwater Music Hall featuring a variety of live entertainment. There is a brand new Harvest Market at one block from the house, 2 Whole Foods Markets, 2 Safeway, 3 shopping centers nearby: Strawberry Shopping Center, The Village at Corte Madera and the Town Center Center in Corte Madera. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Hulu - Netflix - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Dock - Fenced yard - Garden - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: ONLY outdoor. Absolutely NO smoking in the house. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fireplace, table tennis, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62690000/62688000/62687919/ffa868db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Serene Sanctuary-Minutes to SF and Muir Woods Mill Valley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 44 reviews CA $603 CA $1,098 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=62687919&PinnedHotelID=62687919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93140000/93135400/93135394/e20e6d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost Mill Valley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=93135394&PinnedHotelID=93135394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134000/27133983/w800h599x0y1-f439d050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking! 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All the COVID 19 rules and regulations for cleaning and sanitizing the house will be implemented after each guest stay. The owner will not be present ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Well behaved dogs allowed. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Crib and high chair available upon request ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ONLY outdoor. Absolutely NO smoking in the house. ## 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 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 Property Registration Number 029857 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Country Retreat San Francisco House Mill Valley Country Retreat San Francisco House Country Retreat San Francisco Mill Valley Country Retreat San Francisco Retreat Francisco House Mill A Retreat Near San Francisco A Country Retreat Near San Francisco Mill Valley A Country Retreat Near San Francisco Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.87772%2C-122.53001&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QULFHbMx1n6fE8AshzdBJcleO_g=) Mill Valley, CA #### What's nearby - Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Mount Tamalpais State Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Tennessee Valley Trailhead - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Marin Theatre Company - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Muir Woods National Monument - 7 min drive - 6.4 km #### Getting around - Richmond Transit Center - 22 min drive - San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 56 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬11 min walk - ‪Good Earth Natural Foods - ‬8 min walk - ‪Hook Fish Co. - ‬11 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A country retreat near San Francisco pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at A country retreat near San Francisco? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A country retreat near San Francisco? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is A country retreat near San Francisco located? > Located in the heart of Mill Valley, this vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Golden Gate National Recreation Area and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Mount Tamalpais State Park. Sweetwater Music Hall and Muir Woods National Monument are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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