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Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything

2.0 star property
Vacation home in San Rafael with kitchen and patio

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Located close to San Francisco Bay, Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything has plenty to offer.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything

Bright, charming, and comfortable, this single-story cottage makes a wonderful home base for exploring San Rafael and the beauties of Marin County. It's an incredibly central location for your daily excursions, with both a shaded front porch and a sun-splashed side patio waiting to welcome you home.

-- THE PROPERTY --

83050

Large windows and lofty ceilings fill the house with natural light. Pick up some local produce at the Marin Civic Center's legendary farmers market (four miles), and prepare homemade meals in a chic kitchen with new stainless steel appliances. Sit down to eat at the spacious island, in the sunlit dining room, or outside on the covered front porch. As for your evenings, you can spend them playing board games and streaming movies in the comfort of the living room. As the day's clothes spin in the washer/dryer, log onto the complimentary WiFi and plan tomorrow's adventures.

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

-- THE LOCATION --

This home provides the utmost in convenience, as it sits a matter of blocks from both 101 and 580. You'll have easy driving access to all corners of the Bay Area, yet you can also leave your car at home for the day. The Cal Park Hill Pathway - connecting you to downtown San Rafael, the Larkspur Ferry Terminal, and two SMART stations - is two blocks away. World-class hiking and mountain biking, scenic drives out to West Marin, and the shops and restaurants of Fourth Street are close by as well.

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,222 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 is also known as

564535

About the neighborhood

California Park, a neighborhood in San Rafael, is home to this vacation home. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Book Passage and Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Rafael travel guide
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San Rafael, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring a statue or sculpture
    Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Marin Country Mart
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dominican University of California
    3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    19 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mi Pueblo Food Center
    18 min walk
  • Burger King
    13 min walk
  • Circle K
    13 min walk
  • Michael's Sourdough Sandwiches
    11 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything located?

Located in California Park, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Marin Country Mart and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from San Francisco Bay. Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Mission San Rafael Arcangel are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Dog-Friendly 2BR w/ Porch, Close to Everything Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property in Marin

We really enjoyed staying at this property and found Vacasa to be a good host.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This cottage was perfect for our stay. It is very clean and the property manager was wonderful! She was responsive and very prompt in getting back in touch with us when ever we had a question. I highly recommend this property and I will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect middle of Marin location

Super convenient location with good amenities and a nice porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient, quiet

Overall this is a comfortable place to stay, in a quiet neighborhood. There were a few things that needed attention. First, the oven was dirty, causing the smoke alarm to go off repeatedly during use as soon as it approached set temperature. Second, there was a stool in the kitchen that was extremely rickety and should not have been in use. Finally, and most significant, the garbage disposal did not work. May have been jammed by previous occupants. When this was called in, someone did show up shortly, but was unable to fix.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We appreciated having such a charming house for home-base while visiting the area. It had everything we needed. The coyotes in the early morning hours excepted, seeing the deer and wild turkeys was an extra special treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very clean, the kitchen is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home

We rented this for an ACL surgery recovery and it was the perfect space!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Doug A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Review

First, it started with an extra charge at the time of reservation that we were not aware of. When we got to the house and found the key, we logically tried the door closest to the lock box. Not only did the key not work, it stuck in the lock. We did manage to free it and called Vacasa (in India I believe). The person there simply said, try the other doors and see what works. We did that and got in although the key still stuck in this second lock. Once inside at 5pm, we found that the house had not been cleaned since the last guests. Another call to Vacasa. They would contact the “local team” who would call me shortly. We never heard from anyone after that despite two more calls to Vacasa. I did get a message from Vacasa that someone had been called and would be out to clean the house though not when. I was told that we would be credited $146 for the inconvenience which we haven’t seen yet. The housekeepers showed up unannounced at 7:30pm. In their defense, no one had told them that there had been guests in immediately before us. While we were waiting, we checked out the backyard. Not secure, no gate, missing boards in the fence and just dirt and some dried grass. The front yard was fully secured with a fence but just dirt and trees. Previous guests had not cleaned up after their dog which we had to take care of. More importantly, we found broken glass embedded in the clay at 3-4 locations. We only found that by light glinting off the sharp points stickingup
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alena Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025