Title: Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven - 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 # Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven Lakefront villa with a sauna and an outdoor pool ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936011/w907h683x59y0-fbff5c8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936011/w906h683x61y0-2baa6bdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936011/w907h683x58y0-128a01ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936011/74982ee8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936011/w1024h680x0y3-37e718e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Immerse yourself in this 4-bedroom haven, where a Finnish sauna and canal-front jacuzzi await. Paddleboards and kayaks beckon you to explore the serene waters, while two tuned grand pianos invite friendly duels. The tastefully furnished villa features comfy zones for lazy conversations. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 104000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Barbecue grill - Washer - Dryer - Kitchen ## 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. ### Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven Reverse pandemic blues at this retreat charged 4 bedroom haven with an authentic Finnish sauna, canal-front jacuzzi consciousness, paddle-boards, a kayak, replete comfy zones to lazily exchange conversation. The tranquility of the canal will replace all Debbie downer thoughts with a symphony of luminous relaxation, bound to bedazzle wary minds and hearts. The space Tastefully furnished on the inside, this villa features 4 bedrooms with king or queen size beds, 2.5 bathrooms, two tuned grand pianos for dueling it out, and within a few minute paddle to the bay. After a few hours here you’ll forget about any invisible enemy that has destroyed the basic hug! Great for team building and corporate or family retreats! No parties allowed. no racers allowed. Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines. Long-term rental an option. Guest access The entire property , entire first floor, entire front courtyard, backyard with pool and spa and BBQ area, deck area where boat is docked. Paddleboards and Kayak accessible. Boat is not included in rental. Second floor bedroom is not included. It's used as office and sometimes host may decide to stay . This room has a separate gate and entrance from a private entry. Guest may request for guest not to stay on second floor for additional cost. The host can arrange additional cleaning service for guests staying long-term (5 days or more). The 2.5 bathrooms included three showers and one soaking tub and half bath House manual There’s a manual in a binder on the kitchen counter. Most significantly pertaining to water activities it is critical and required to wear life jackets when on the canal or in the bay. If life jackets are not worn you could be cited by the Coast Guard. Life jackets are next to the TV in family room and in the dock box. Note that theres a swimming pool, jacuzzi and a large fish tank which requires a brief maintenance weekly. While someone will not enter the home, we appreciate your cooperation in allowing them to perform maintenance duties peripherally or if any equipment need repairs the technician will enter through a seperate gate without interrupting the guests. We only notify the guest if they need to get inside the house not the yard . This is a large home and we need guests cooperation to keep it in good conditionIf rules are not honored, guests will be asked to leave and will not receive a refund from the host. It is significant to note that due to some bad apples in the past, we are enforcing rules with greater scrutiny, and ask for honesty and transparency in an effort to help honor and preserve the tranquility of the community, especially with homes across the canal that absorb amplified sound that travels across the canal. For safety of our guests we have outdoor security cameras in front of driveway, court yard , back yard. Thank you for respecting our community! PARKING : 2-4 parking spots available in driveway (depending on your advanced Tetris skills ). No more than 3 cars can park on the street. There are 24 hour parking spots on the street if you can find parking or you may park over night in public parking in the adjacent park parking lot. No ragers allowed. Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Foosball table - Kayak ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 4,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101090000/101081600/101081523/98a30958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tudor Revival Castle with Bay Views 5bd / 5 bath Mill Valley - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=101081523&PinnedHotelID=101081523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92820000/92816400/92816392/e5e5235e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mill Valley Home Near Muir Woods Redwoods Beaches San Francisco and Wine Country Mill Valley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews CA $1,263 CA $2,228 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=92816392&PinnedHotelID=92816392&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117295200/117295132/12c040d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Retreat in Central San Rafael San Rafael - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=117295132&PinnedHotelID=117295132&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 43 reviews CA $568 CA $1,041 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=62687919&PinnedHotelID=62687919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111822400/111822325/d268c9a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Glass Treehouse Refuge in Redwoods Mill Valley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=111822325&PinnedHotelID=111822325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69630000/69625700/69625699/c62a1a38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Take in the San Francisco views at this quiet oasis! 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Thank you Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No parties , if party takes place the host has the right to ask guests to leave the property without any refund . ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Guests to sign liability waiver form ### 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 85-2989037 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property San Rafael Vrbo Property Private vacation home Vrbo Property Private vacation home San Rafael ## 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%7C37.96864%2C-122.50047&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jK_S-Nuldb-K3zRS_szcm5XanFk=) San Rafael, CA #### What's nearby - Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 3 min drive - 4.0 km - Dominican University of California - 4 min drive - 1.8 km - Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Marin County Civic Center - 6 min drive - 7.1 km - Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 6 min drive - 7.1 km #### Getting around - Berkeley Station - 19 min drive - Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk - ‪Picante - ‬13 min walk - ‪Mi Pueblo Food Center - ‬15 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk - ‪Le Croissant Restaurant - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven located? > Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Marin Country Mart and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from San Francisco Bay. Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? 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