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Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views!

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Gym
    GymGym
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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San Rafael, CA
  • Popular LocationMarin County Civic Center Farmers' Market7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarin County Civic Center7 min drive
  • Popular LocationDominican University of California11 min drive
  • AirportNovato, CA (NOT-Gnoss Field)22 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views!

Gorgeous mid-century retreat at the top of the hill! You have a studio with private entrance is perfectly situated in Marin County, mid-way between Nor-Cal Wine Country and San Francisco. This is a beautiful area with endless fun and options for your getaway!

The first-floor studio in our two-story guest house is remodeled with high-end finishes. Sunny outdoor patio awaits and shared sunset overlook; generous space for two people to enjoy!

The space
Secluded & sunny Mid-Century Modern guest house. Newly remodeled, large room with a luxurious Tuft and Needle Mint queen size mattress, premium linens and newly remodeled bathroom with very large shower.

Towels and linens are provided. Microwave and refrigerator included as well as complimentary coffee/tea and light healthy snacks. A small dining table with two chairs for your convenience. Heated pool and Red Cedar Sauna available for your use!

15 minute walk to China Camp State Park, mountain biking, hiking, lots of wild-life. 20 min drive to Golden Gate bridge and San Francisco. Native California trees at your footsteps mixed with fig, pomegranate and lemon trees await you!

Pool available for use (shared with other two-person guest unit and property owners) when it isn't raining (it typically only rains in Nov-May in NorCal :). We have solar heat activated for pool in the May - November. We can heat the pool for an additional fee, just inquire. The pool is not suitable for children and infants for safety reasons and depth.

Guest access
Tucked at the end of a private road with full privacy yet minutes from the highway for easy access to the city. Also a great starting point to the wine country.

There are two buildings on each edge of the property separated by a large yard in between. The first is your charming guest house, the second is the house where we live. Guests are welcome to use that outdoor yard fully, as well as the private patio.

Guests are also welcome to use the beautiful cedarwood gas-fired sauna, heated pool and our medicinal herbal garden to brew their own herbal tea for the perfect relaxation retreat!

Other things to note
China Camp State Park (mountain biking heaven) and historic park/beaches, Muir Woods National Monument, Point Reyes National Seashore, west Marin oyster farms, Mount Tam hiking trails and beautiful Marin beaches are nearby.

We have security cameras on the property pointed at the driveway and front yard/entry.

Safe, ample street parking is available at the bottom; just park and walk up a short gravel path (less than 30 seconds uphill) to access the property.

This is a lower studio unit in a two-story, two-unit building; there may be guests staying in the unit above. There was modern, heavy-duty sound-proofing added between the two units so that the only sound that may travel between is if someone wears hard shoes (we ask everyone to remove shoes).

Property manager

Eli Cohen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Gym on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 300 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: This property is not optimized for kids

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 indicated 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 area

San Rafael

Located in San Rafael, this apartment is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. Classic Billiards and San Rafael Pacifics Baseball - Albert Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 7 min drive
  • Marin County Civic Center - 7 min drive
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 10 min drive
  • Dominican University of California - 11 min drive
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 26 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ounces Outdoors - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views! located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from China Camp State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market and Marin County Civic Center. McNears Beach Country Park and Dominican University of California are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Mountaintop Onsen Retreat Studio w/ Pool, Swim Machine, Spa and Views! Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Too strict
This was a first for us where there were crazy amounts of rules and regulations posted everywhere!!!! Made us feel like we were being babysat. We booked for the pool but couldn’t even use it because your can’t if it rains or “predicted” to rain. Plus host made such a big deal about the 20k cover. Furthermore, the pool is solar powered which is not enough to properly heat it in the Bay Area weather! The views are amazing though. The place was clean. Most everything is provided including coffee. Host does send you long list of recommendations for the area (food/activities) which we utilized and enjoyed. Your stay will be in one of two bedrooms: downstairs or upstairs. Host lives across on the other side. So your not completely alone. Hope this honest review helps.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Sacramento, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Slice of Zen
We had a lovely two-night getaway in the North Bay, enjoyed a couple of hikes in the redwoods and at the Golden Gate Bridge, and relaxed and blissed out in the sauna and pool after. Eli and Adam were very responsive to my texts and went out of their way to make sure the pool was good to go after all the rain storms we have had in California. The place is clean but small, perfect for a quick trip for one or two people. The bed was very comfortable and there were complimentary snacks and coffee. Dinners at locally recommended Vin Atico and Sol Food nearby in downtown San Rafael were wonderful. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023