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Comfy studio, deck, sep. entrance, a/c. Near S.F.
Cozy studio with comfy queen bed and linens. Separate entrance. Private bathroom, beautiful deck and yard. Perfect home base to relax between touring SF or visiting Marin and adjacent areas. Close to SF, nature, hiking, beaches, bay, excellent restaurants. Convenient location 3 min from 101. One hour from Sonoma & Napa wine country. We have A/C-rare in this area.Backyard shared w/ host and friendly dog. Heads up: some construction in rest of house in 6/25. Prob not very loud or early or late.

Mount Tamalpais View — the Heart of Marin County
Stunning views of Mount Tamalpais off the deck. Modern appliances, quartz counters and oak hardwood floors. Large windows and french doors allow year round sun. Enjoy hiking and mountain biking at trailheads just a short walk or ride down the road. Make the drive to West Marin and the Wine Country. A cozy lounging space to work remotely, watch movies and local TV or write/create/dream in a space that inspires with sunlight and views. Stroll downtown for music, dining and the Rafael Theatre.

Unique, artistic retreat space along the Bay
Private room, private bathroom, private entrance.Quiet and large space with vaulted ceilings, Mexican tile and maximal natural light. A quiet retreat setting with easy access to the throughways in all directions, this is a perfect Marin rest stop for any short or mid-term stay. Located across the street from the Bay with stunning views, beach access close by. San Quentin is a little-known gem of a historic town and will be a memorable place to stay. No kitchen access or fridge/microwave.

Studio apartment close to trails and town
Our place is great for folks who love the outdoors, music, small town charm. We are around the corner from a famous mountain bike trail. A 10-20 minute walk takes you from one end of our town to the other. Including the best ever organic ice cream shop, a deluxe health food store, live music, brew pubs. Fairfax is a destination town with fun boutiques, drop-in yoga, eclectic restaurants including an exotic tea salon, and hundreds of cyclists touring through. Maximum stay: 6 nights.

Small Private Guest House
Check my GUIDEBOOK. Freshly updated . Downtown SR. nice quiet in-law w/sofabed, nice 32' TV, YouTube TV w/ music, crickets, nice paint, nice flooring, Fridge, microwave, ,toaster oven, own water heater/shower. Please do not order food to be delivered. Check in 6pm but can drop luggage after 12 noon, if arranged IF you are PICKY, please rent a HOTEL. Max weight for the bed is 300, please. Just bought a NEW MATTRESS in Nov. 2020. Separate keyed entrance and private bathroom w shower.

Modern, comfortable Apartment, in a great location
This modern Apartment in the hills of San Rafael is a total gem. If the spacious and well equipped modern kitchen doesn't sell you. Then the super comfortable bed will. With its own private and enclosed garden space. This clean and modern airbnb is super comfortable. There are shared access to washing facilities. This is a very quiet neighborhood apartment, but only a 10 minute walk away from downtown San Rafael. 25 minutes from San Francisco and Sonoma too. We do live above.

Coleman Cottage - Hillside Paradise
Open, airy, private guesthouse in the San Rafael Hills of Marin County. Recently remodeled and completely refurnished with new appliances this beautiful setting affords all of the amenities and comforts for a home away from home. Located 20 minutes from San Francisco and 30 minutes from wine country with nearby hiking and biking trails, you will experience the best of the Bay Area. ** We are in compliance with all Covid-19 protocols and policies as set forth by Marin County. **

Diamond House: private guest suite in nature
Diamond House is a mid-century modern hillside home in a nature-filled setting at the end of a quiet, winding cul-de-sac. The attached guest suite has a private entry separate from the main house, spacious bedroom with sitting area, window AC, and en-suite bath. From the small private deck you can enjoy your morning cup of coffee in the quiet, natural setting while watching for the neighborhood family of deer. Any and all guests who appreciate quiet and nature are welcome.

Hot Tub, Bright, Modern, steps to downtown
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located home. This one bedroom, one bathroom apartment, feels like a private home. Recently remodeled with a large yard for your private use. Grassy area for playing soccer, large driveway with basketball hoop, gas grill, outdoor seating and dining areas, and an inviting hot tub. Inside we have a full kitchen with everything for your culinary needs. Old style, wood burning stove, large TV, cozy couch and dining table.

Charming garden studio with outdoor space
Enjoy a peaceful retreat only steps away from downtown San Rafael. Lower unit studio with private entrance, private outdoor seating to enjoy the garden, and a recently renovated bathroom. You are 15 minutes away from the Golden Gate Bridge and only 30 minutes from beautiful wine county. Please read the entire listing, house rules and view all the photos prior to booking. Should you have any questions or concerns please inquire prior to booking.

Writer's retreat near downtown San Rafael
Roomy, private, comfortable apartment with separate living area and laundry. Walk to downtown San Rafael, Dominican University and local/regional transportation. Grab a ferry to San Francisco or direct to a Giants or Warriors game. Hop on 101 to Napa/Sonoma. Head to Muir Woods and the beaches—all less than 45 minutes away. Ideal for one person (will consider two on request, if sharing bed). Great for short- or longer-term stays.

Fairfax Getaway in the Redwoods
This lovely little private studio is located on the lower level of our 3-story home in a magical redwood grove in Fairfax, California. The unit has a cozy Murphy bed, kitchenette, dishwasher, and bathroom with a large shower. Enjoy a private outdoor deck and patio surrounded by redwoods. There are two sweet cats on the premises. They don’t hang out in the unit but they love to visit guests and may occasionally enter the unit.
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When is the best time to visit San Rafael?
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| Avg. temp | 10°C | 11°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 16°C | 13°C | 10°C |
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4.9 Average rating
San Rafael stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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