Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost
5.0
Outstanding(36 Reviews)House in San Francisco, CA
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Welcome to Mill Valley and our quiet neighborhood just 10 minutes north of San Francisco. We invite you to enjoy the standalone private guest house we have delighted in designing and know you will love too.
We believe we have created a unique and rare experience in this private comfortable space and would invite guests to return time and time again.
Read our reviews on other sites to see why we are Superhosts.
Follow us @millvalleyguesthouse
This modern and cozy standalone 1 bedroom guest home is set off from the street, quiet, spacious and comfortable. Skylights, windows and glass paned doors allow for an abundance of natural light.
The living space has a lovely view of the garden, cushioned cozy chairs and a couch that converts easily to a full size bed if needed. While sitting on the couch, lift the top of the custom coffee table to create a working desk or additional dining space.
There are no stairs to navigate so the space is easily accessible for all.
WiFi, large flat-screen TV that uses an HDMI hook up to your computer or a dedicated remote to hook up to Netflix and other accounts of your own. There is no cable TV unless you live stream, games, books and more are included to make you feel right at home.
The private bedroom is beautiful with an extremely comfortable queen size bed and spacious closet. Guests are raving about the bed and keep telling us they sleep great! We are frequently asked where we bought it. The blackout blinds and skylight shade are fabulous.
You will also find a twin blow up bed for an extra guest if needed.
Your private home has a full bath with tub and shower with a wonderful bright skylight over the tub to bring in lots of natural light. Both overhead and hand held shower heads are included.
The airy open style kitchen with all the amenities (see list below) you can think of have been provided so you can cook up fresh meals. We have a 4 burner gas stove and oven, along with a full refrigerator.
The custom mobile kitchen island can be rolled to face into the garden or the TV based on your mood.
During the warmer months feel free to relax in the back yard and enjoy a meal, cup of tea/coffee or glass of wine on your outside patio.
NOTE to longer term guests of 7 days or more. You may request cleaning service for an additional fee of $75. You may also use the washer and dryer in the main house free of charge once a week.
COVID SAFETY MEASURES: To ensure the safety and well being of our cleaning staff and guests, all blankets and bedding, bedspread and towels are washed after each stay. Masks and gloves are worn during cleaning and all surfaces are wiped down with disinfectant. There are disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer in the kitchen island drawer for your use.
PETS: We have treats and bowls ready for your pet. Please wipe paws to keep the furniture and beds clean. We have towels or you can bring your own.
ARTWORK: We hope you love the original artwork, photography and custom furniture created by family, friends and local artists which adds to the unique experience we have crafted just for our guests. A booklet with bios of each artist is available for you to enjoy.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE:
Check in is at 4 p.m.
Check out is at 10 a.m.
Guest access
There is ample parking on the street and in front of the house.
Come down the driveway and through the gate to the backyard. You will see the guest house in front of you at the end of the backyard.
You will surely notice and love the giant twin Redwood tree in the front yard as you walk down the side driveway, through the gate, past the front main house toward the back of the property to arrive at your freestanding guest house.
Seamless and easy check-in.
Feel free to arrive anytime day or evening. There are motion sensor lights all the way down and at the front door which will come on as you pass to light up the way if you arrive in the evening.
The small patio in front of the patio doors of your vacation home is there under the apple tree for you to enjoy. There is outdoor furniture and ambient lighting.
Other things to note
Amenities:
We provide small appliances (microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, tea kettle) a full set of dishes, plastic cups and dishes for kids, stemware, cups, glasses, utensils, pots and pans, placements, linens, serving sets, bottle openers, strainers, cookie sheets, tupperware and more for your use.
Also included are other supplies such as oil, vinegar, salt/pepper, some spices, sugar, popcorn, tea, cocoa, flour, oats. ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, pasta, mac & cheese, rice, pancake mix, peanut butter, jam and a few other items.
We do stock paper towels/napkins, dish soap, bath soap, shampoo, body lotion, toilet paper, sponges and kitchen bags.
The energy efficient heating and cooling system are easily controlled with a remote to achieve the perfect temperature. There are additional space heaters in the bathroom and bedroom for use. It might be a bit chilly from time to time and the efficient heaters will warm the space up quickly.
We have a state of the art efficiency on-demand water heating system that you will surely love.
The bathroom and outdoor lights have energy efficient motion sensors so they will turn off automatically when not in use.
We do respect our guest’s privacy. The place is well stocked so it should be self-sufficient. Please let us know anytime if you need anything or have any questions. We are happy to help in any way as well to make your stay more enjoyable.
Our property is fully fenced in and we welcome pets for an additional $75.00 cleaning deposit per stay which will be added at check out. We do have bowls for your pets here for your use and usually a few dog treats on hand. The back yard is completely fenced in. Guests staying longer than one week will be charged $50.00 per additional week for pets. Animal waste must be removed from the yard and out in the garbage can located in the small shed in the driveway.
Special details which add to the unique experience specific to our Airbnb:
While you are here, please check out a book we created just for guests to learn more about the wonderful artist's work around the unit: Bay Area artist Squeak Carnwath, Caroline’s mom Elvire de Baere and our friends Lori del Mar, France Israel and Albert Benichou created amazing work and their talent makes this space come to life.
Website photography you see here is by Debbie Wilson.
My nephew Jeremy Tuffli built the beautiful one of a kind mobile kitchen island and coffee table/desk especially for this space as well as designing and building the driveway, patio and pathway spaces to the back house.
We have a “little free library” on the street in front of the house that my daughter Camille built with a family friend a few years ago. We invite you to take some books or leave one while you are here.
We believe we have created a unique and rare experience in this private comfortable space and would invite guests to return time and time again.
Read our reviews on other sites to see why we are Superhosts.
Follow us @millvalleyguesthouse
This modern and cozy standalone 1 bedroom guest home is set off from the street, quiet, spacious and comfortable. Skylights, windows and glass paned doors allow for an abundance of natural light.
The living space has a lovely view of the garden, cushioned cozy chairs and a couch that converts easily to a full size bed if needed. While sitting on the couch, lift the top of the custom coffee table to create a working desk or additional dining space.
There are no stairs to navigate so the space is easily accessible for all.
WiFi, large flat-screen TV that uses an HDMI hook up to your computer or a dedicated remote to hook up to Netflix and other accounts of your own. There is no cable TV unless you live stream, games, books and more are included to make you feel right at home.
The private bedroom is beautiful with an extremely comfortable queen size bed and spacious closet. Guests are raving about the bed and keep telling us they sleep great! We are frequently asked where we bought it. The blackout blinds and skylight shade are fabulous.
You will also find a twin blow up bed for an extra guest if needed.
Your private home has a full bath with tub and shower with a wonderful bright skylight over the tub to bring in lots of natural light. Both overhead and hand held shower heads are included.
The airy open style kitchen with all the amenities (see list below) you can think of have been provided so you can cook up fresh meals. We have a 4 burner gas stove and oven, along with a full refrigerator.
The custom mobile kitchen island can be rolled to face into the garden or the TV based on your mood.
During the warmer months feel free to relax in the back yard and enjoy a meal, cup of tea/coffee or glass of wine on your outside patio.
NOTE to longer term guests of 7 days or more. You may request cleaning service for an additional fee of $75. You may also use the washer and dryer in the main house free of charge once a week.
COVID SAFETY MEASURES: To ensure the safety and well being of our cleaning staff and guests, all blankets and bedding, bedspread and towels are washed after each stay. Masks and gloves are worn during cleaning and all surfaces are wiped down with disinfectant. There are disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer in the kitchen island drawer for your use.
PETS: We have treats and bowls ready for your pet. Please wipe paws to keep the furniture and beds clean. We have towels or you can bring your own.
ARTWORK: We hope you love the original artwork, photography and custom furniture created by family, friends and local artists which adds to the unique experience we have crafted just for our guests. A booklet with bios of each artist is available for you to enjoy.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE:
Check in is at 4 p.m.
Check out is at 10 a.m.
Guest access
There is ample parking on the street and in front of the house.
Come down the driveway and through the gate to the backyard. You will see the guest house in front of you at the end of the backyard.
You will surely notice and love the giant twin Redwood tree in the front yard as you walk down the side driveway, through the gate, past the front main house toward the back of the property to arrive at your freestanding guest house.
Seamless and easy check-in.
Feel free to arrive anytime day or evening. There are motion sensor lights all the way down and at the front door which will come on as you pass to light up the way if you arrive in the evening.
The small patio in front of the patio doors of your vacation home is there under the apple tree for you to enjoy. There is outdoor furniture and ambient lighting.
Other things to note
Amenities:
We provide small appliances (microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, tea kettle) a full set of dishes, plastic cups and dishes for kids, stemware, cups, glasses, utensils, pots and pans, placements, linens, serving sets, bottle openers, strainers, cookie sheets, tupperware and more for your use.
Also included are other supplies such as oil, vinegar, salt/pepper, some spices, sugar, popcorn, tea, cocoa, flour, oats. ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, pasta, mac & cheese, rice, pancake mix, peanut butter, jam and a few other items.
We do stock paper towels/napkins, dish soap, bath soap, shampoo, body lotion, toilet paper, sponges and kitchen bags.
The energy efficient heating and cooling system are easily controlled with a remote to achieve the perfect temperature. There are additional space heaters in the bathroom and bedroom for use. It might be a bit chilly from time to time and the efficient heaters will warm the space up quickly.
We have a state of the art efficiency on-demand water heating system that you will surely love.
The bathroom and outdoor lights have energy efficient motion sensors so they will turn off automatically when not in use.
We do respect our guest’s privacy. The place is well stocked so it should be self-sufficient. Please let us know anytime if you need anything or have any questions. We are happy to help in any way as well to make your stay more enjoyable.
Our property is fully fenced in and we welcome pets for an additional $75.00 cleaning deposit per stay which will be added at check out. We do have bowls for your pets here for your use and usually a few dog treats on hand. The back yard is completely fenced in. Guests staying longer than one week will be charged $50.00 per additional week for pets. Animal waste must be removed from the yard and out in the garbage can located in the small shed in the driveway.
Special details which add to the unique experience specific to our Airbnb:
While you are here, please check out a book we created just for guests to learn more about the wonderful artist's work around the unit: Bay Area artist Squeak Carnwath, Caroline’s mom Elvire de Baere and our friends Lori del Mar, France Israel and Albert Benichou created amazing work and their talent makes this space come to life.
Website photography you see here is by Debbie Wilson.
My nephew Jeremy Tuffli built the beautiful one of a kind mobile kitchen island and coffee table/desk especially for this space as well as designing and building the driveway, patio and pathway spaces to the back house.
We have a “little free library” on the street in front of the house that my daughter Camille built with a family friend a few years ago. We invite you to take some books or leave one while you are here.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
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Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(36 Reviews)5.0
This cozy home was in a wonderful and safe location. It was minutes away from The Golden Gate Bridge, Little Italy and Alcatraz. Me along with my husband and 2 teenage children absolutely loved it. It had just enough space for us all. The sitting area outside was our favorite to relax at the end of our day. Our host always replied quickly, over text and phone call. We will definitely be going back!
5.0
We stayed for almost a week in this cute, perfect little home. Caroline was super accomodating for whatever we needed. The place was clean, had everything we needed to cook meals, perfect for a family of 4. Loved it and would certainly book again if we come to the San Fran area for another vacation or anything, a lot more quite and peaceful than San Fran! Had a wonderful time, thank you!!
5.0
Stayed one night as part of a six day traveling California coast visit for a family of four, two parents and two teenage daughters. Nice quiet location, very friendly host, we used much of what the property had to offer in the short time we were there, which added to our whole trip. We made a dinner in the kitchen being a pasta meal that included baking a medium sized pizza we bought from the Whole Foods nearby. Then the next morning had our breakfast pastries, fruit, and coffees before heading back out.
We stayed there after a long family hike starting in Muir Woods and into Mt. Tamalpais state park. So the house being close to the trails, groceries, and restaurants offered a great spot to rest and recover. After our dinner and evening television we opened the window and only heard the sounds nature before going to sleep and well after awakening.
Would stay there again if we were to visit Mill Valley and nearby surrounding area in the future. Have to mention that the kitchen had a well designed and very functional island, which added to the properties charm and overall high degree of utility.
5.0
We had a lovely relaxed stay. The gardens leading to the cottage were beautiful and the space was thoughtfully designed. I loved that it had real art and that there we could read about the artists and the craftspeople who built the cottage and the furniture in it. It was a great place to spend a quiet evening of our trip.
5.0
The little rental cottage was just perfect for our needs. It was spotlessly clean, in a perfect quiet location, and our host Caroline was wonderful. She definitely put a lot of thought and consideration into this cottage. I highly recommend using this as a home base when visiting the Mill Valley area.
5.0
Stay at this property for one night while attending an event in the area. Caroline was great to communicate with, and her place had everything we needed.
5.0
- absolutely gorgeous, welcoming property, lovely little patio for having tea in the morning
- very comfortable bed
- host was very responsive
- need to close the bedroom doors when sleeping, the motion-triggered lights are very bright otherwise
- the skylights are wonderful, though the opening mechanism is confusing. Highly recommend taking a shower in the morning
- within easy (~30min) walk to stores/grocery/cafes/etc
- don't recommend the trails within easy walking distance unless you're an experienced (California!) hiker. I've hiked a lot in Ontario, but that trail is *steep*
5.0
Our modern, one-bedroom home was terrifically thought out, comfortable and well located for our 10 day stay. Fully equipped and very clean. We even managed an over-night by our granddaughters (8 & 5). Small yard allowed our dog to stretch and for us to take in the sun. Dedicated parking removed that hassle. Quiet neighborhood close to stores and convenient to Sausalito to Mill Valley. We'll be happy to return.
5.0
Beautiful guest house with easy parking and lots to do in a short driving distance. Caroline was a very responsive host. Hope to visit again!
5.0
Our experience in the Mill Valley cottage was superb... most definitely top quality from the lush and lovely courtyard gardens throughout the well-appointed cottage. A very clean and tastefully decorated space stocked with everything you need and more. We highly recommend, and hope to revisit next time we're out this way.
Most gratefully,
The Whites
5.0
And yet very close to San Francisco, Sausalito, Muir Woods
5.0
We had a great 2-day stay at this sweet guest house. From the moment you walk through the gate you are welcomed by a lovely garden and patio. The interior was well appointed and was very comfortable for my husband and I and our adult son. We will definitely recommend this guest house to our friends and family, and we plan to return as well!
5.0
My husband and I (with our two dogs) had the most amazing time visiting Mill Valley. The location was perfect — we were able to walk our dogs through the beautiful neighborhoods — and also easily jog down to the running path for our morning workouts. Caroline was a wonderful host - very accommodating. The guest house itself was clean, comfortable, and relaxing. Highly recommend staying here!!
5.0
My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this private and quiet guest house in Mill Valley. Despite our visit being during the rainy season, the space was comfortably warm and dry. It had a nice layout with bedroom, bath, living area and small kitchen. Everything was in good working order. The decor was soothing with several special touches including some original artwork and custom furniture. Will stay again if it’s available when we are in the areas. Does not have a washer/ dryer but this is available in the family home on the property. Close to everything you go to Mill Valley for with dedicated parking. Caroline was welcoming and a good communicator.
5.0
Very nicely appointed… clean, quiet, great kitchen and Carolyn responds quickly.
5.0
I was very glad we chose to stay here for various reasons:
Location - close to Muir Woods a many trails; for me it was the quiet of a residential neighborhood with a 15-20 minute drive to the Marina district where I needed to go daily and traffic was never an issue.
The property - you have a dedicated parking spot, the place is maintained well enough to look brand new despite being 2 years old and all the pictures posted are very accurate. It's equipped better than most other listings I've been in the past.
Above all, Caroline is an amazing host. Communication with her was seamless and timely, whether in-person or over messaging.
Bummed the place is already booked for the dates I have to return...
5.0
We loved our stay here and Caroline was a communicative and attentive host. Will stay again!!
5.0
Well appointed, comfortable, quiet, and fantastic location.
5.0
Aside from the noise from heater and refrigerator Interruption a sound sleep especially for the in living room bed, the beds were comfortable. It was not clear by stating a two bedroom, a one bedroom and sleeper in living area. The apartment was appreciated and very tastefully created. We were grateful to find such a haven outside of the city. Thank you, DV
5.0
Perfect little spot for my husband and I to stay while in town for the half marathon. This guest house is exactly as pictured & beautifully updated with fun artwork and a story behind each piece! Kitchen was great to prepare a few simple meals. Slept well in a comfortable bed and relaxed in the cozy living room. Location with easy access into downtown SF. Caroline is a thoughtful host, would love to stay again & would highly recommend!
5.0
Husband and I had to find a spot in Mill Valley for an event and this was a perfect rental for our busy weekend. Clean, comfortable and well stocked. It was quite cold the first night, but the space heaters solved that problem once we actually turned them on.
5.0
I originally booked this property for my daughter and I for my Cousin's wedding (in Stinson Beach, CA about 25 minutes away). My brother and his daughter joined us on day 2 for the remainder of the trip. The property includes 1 bedroom and a pullout couch but Caroline added a blowup Twin Mattress that she had made-up prior to our arrival. The mini-home is in the back of Caroline's property so very secluded. The area seemed very safe and quiet and we loved how she decorated and continually checked on us to ensure we had everything we needed. There were two very minor areas that could probably be improved - the fan in the bathroom never came on regardless of what buttons we pushed so it was humid after showers; second, the water pressure wasn't the greatest but might be the norm for California. Overall, we had a marvelous visit and would definitely recommend this property to any small group (2-4 people). PS: My daughter and I did the Coyote Ridge Trail to Muir Beach on our first day there and it was well worth the hike - gorgeous views.
5.0
Nicely designed, immaculately presented and fully self sufficient guest house at the rear of owner’s property. Easy and efficient communication with the host. Very comfortable main bed. Sofa bed firm but also comfortable and much better than most. Easy access to Muir Woods, Mill Valley, Sausalito, etc. and only a 10-15 minute drive south to Golden Gate Bridge. Overall, a very enjoyable stay.
5.0
The place is cozy, clean, beautiful, and modern. The host is commutative and went above and beyond to make our stay truly relaxing. Thank you so much Caroline🙂
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at Caroline’s cottage. It was cozy, beautiful and sunny. The location was very convenient to SF as well as to various state parks. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We had a really nice time in Caroline's place. The location is spectacular
5.0
This was the best VRBO we have stayed in, ever! The host is awesome and you can’t beat the location and amenities.
Just a great place!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in San Francisco?
The average price for a rental in San Francisco is R 3,681 per night. This rental is R 3,934 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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