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Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!

Cottage in Stinson Beach with kitchen and patio

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Located beside the village park, this cottage offers a beach getaway with quality amenities. Enjoy Mt. Tamalpais views from the back deck with adjustable lounges, teak table, and chairs or soak in the 5' spa under starry skies. With 40+ wetsuits and beach toys at your disposal, you'll be ready for fun on Stinson & Upton Beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym

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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.

Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!

An A+ Location, this cottage has quality amenities, and everything you'll need to enjoy a beach getaway! No need to drive once you park inside the gates. You'll walk everywhere. Conveniently located beside the village park with kiddie playground, and basketball court. The cottage is across from the Parkside Cafe/Snack Bar/Bakery/Marketplace with the best eats in town, in my opinion. Take a beach wagon, piled high with beach toys from the 'Red Shed', you'll be seated on the sand within 2 minutes!

There are 40+ wetsuits, boogie & surfboards, beach chairs, umbrellas, totes, towels, blankets, footballs, smash ball & soccer balls, and sand toys for the little ones.. Shoot hoops, or play pingpong in the neighboring park.

Lounge, Dine, and Relax on the back deck with 2 adjustable lounges, teak table, chairs, bench and a Mt. Tamalpais view. In the evening watch the stars come out after a sunset beach walk. There's a 3 burner propane Weber grill, and a well stocked corner grocer, if you want to bbq. Or, order a pizza (clam with tomatillo sauce is my favorite) and calamari from Parkside.

The Dipsea and Matt Davis Trailheads are steps away, opening up the entire Mt. Tamalpais Park, Muir Woods National Park, and Golden Gate National Recreation Area to hikers. Or, walk the entire 2 mile length of Stinson & Upton Beach to the inlet of Bolinas Lagoon.

Bring the binoculars, and view migratory and resident shore birds. Flocks of pelicans, terns, cormorants, herons, egrets and many more visit or reside on the lagoon, and seashore. You may see migrating whales pass by in late fall heading to mexico, returning north in the spring with their young.. Harbor seals routinely sleep side-by-side along the exposed Bolinas Lagoon sand spit during low tide. There are many places to park along the lagoon to enjoy the peaceful comings and goings of wildlife. Bring beach chairs and a picnic. You may even see the resident family of river otters hunting along the shore for fish, shellfish & crabs. There's always plenty to do!

The cottage is 1 level, sunny & bright. The Kitchen/Great Room has a large butcher block island with propane gas stove, overlooking the living area. You can view the large, wall mounted, smart TV with family and friends during meal preparation. The well appointed kitchen has a Bosch Dishwasher, Fisher Paykel Refrigerator, microwave oven, gas stove, quality cookware and dinnerware.

Primary bedroom has desk & chair, full length bench, and a large closet with a folding infant crib. Both the primary and secondary bedrooms, have black out curtains, featherbeds and down comforters on the queen beds. . Very comfortable and cozy sleeping....

There is on-demand hot water, 2 modern electric wall heaters and good lighting. An outside shower, on the back fence, has H/C water for rinsing off after a dip in the ocean, or before using the spa. The full bath has a shower over the tub. There is a full size Washer & Dryer, that are stacked in a closet.

Parking is for 1 Car inside gated driveway. Abundant on-street parking available for larg SUV vehicles.

Owner lives in the back cottage, parks beside your vehicle, and has a private fenced yard & back gate.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 620 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

4th Guest is NO Additional Charge, if under the age of 17.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack 'N Play, primary bedroom closet.

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 and a first aid kit
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 079399

About the neighborhood

Map
Stinson Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Stinson Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Red Rock Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bolinas Beach - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 38 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mamahuhu - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Piazza D'Angelo - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Stinson Beach Books and Stinson Beach. Upton Beach and Mount Tamalpais State Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Horseback cottage is well-appointed, darling, and very comfortable. And the location is beyond perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Awesome little secret

Tucked away and hidden by lush garden, the little cottage was the perfect get away for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

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

Awesome stay

Great location, easy check in, and the host Linda was very friendly also available if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brennan N.

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

Great location

Overall we really enjoyed our short stay at the cottage! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey S.

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

The Best stay

This property was truly lovely… short walk to the beach … across the street from your morning latte & pastry… The host was so lovely & made sure we had all we needed…. The property supply’s you with all the things you need for your day at the beach, as well as all you need to eat in or have your coffee at the houseJust can’t say enough about this cute cottage.Thank you Linda… We will be back.. Geoffrey & Sergio
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Great time!

The host was very available, informative and friendly! The cottage is in a great location! The drive to get there along the coast was spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

lovely

peaceful, wonderful location. had everything we needed. kitchen especially stocked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Beautiful Stay

We had a wonderful time at Linda’s home. She is a gracious host and the home is lovely. Right in town, so very convenient for grabbing food and walking to the beach. The playground is next door which would be wonderful with children. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

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

Great Location and Cozy!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Linda's cottage! It’s within a very short walking distance to everything you could want for a beach getaway—a restaurant literally outside the front door, a nearby beach entrance, a park for the kids, and a grocery mart just five minutes away. Despite the convenience, the cottage felt secluded in a peaceful, quiet setting. Thanks for a fantastic weekend escape!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Most enjoyable stay

The cottage was equipped with everything you would need. It has a beautiful private yard. Everything was was within walking distance. Linda was a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Labor Day Weekend in Stinson

The cottage offers a perfect combination of amenities and location. the Host, Linda, is terrific. And we scored great weather. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great Stay at Stinson!

This cottage has everything you need! The kitchen is well stocked. There are plenty of towels, blankets, etc. The yard is lovely with a deck and hot tub. Communication with the owner was great, and checkin was effortless! There is also It's also in a fantastic location (minutes from the beach and and an easy walk to shopping and places to eat). My friend and I really enjoyed ourselves over the MLK weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

gabriella s.

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

perfect

Cottage was perfect for us with easy access to the beach and the town. The garden was a sanctuary. Can't praise the host enough in her responsiveness to questions and getting us settled.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allie T.

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

Perfection and complete bliss!

The property and location and all around wonder have us wanting to move to Stinson Beach for life! We can't wait to go back and will absolutely stay at Linda's property any chance we get. Top to bottom it was easy and filled with every single thing we needed or wanted. The home is delightful and steps to the beach in one way, and fun stores and a village in the other direction -- and a fantastic restaurant and bakery across the street with the most amazing fish and pastries and tacos. Everything about this place and trip and location is trip of a lifetime worthy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

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

Second time around

This was our second time visiting Linda's cottage. Everything was perfect, we needed a place for respite after some recent losses; what better place than the beach. Linda was very kind, communicative and helpful. At the same time she gave us privacy and was respectful of our space (as we were to hers). I didn't want to leave. Excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Amazing long weekend at Stinson Beach

Perfect beach getaway across street from Parkside Grille and beach access. Everything Stinson Beach has to offer is in walking distance. House is as advertised and Linda (owner) was amazing host and easy to communicate with. Was a weekend away with my 19-year old son and we were completely at home. Cottage is well stocked and host even has everything imaginable for beach which is steps away. Also great outdoor shower and hot tub. We will be back soon. Thank you Linda!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julie M.

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

Didn’t want to leave

Overall it was fantastic experience! My 3 friends and I stayed to celebrate a big birthday milestone. We cooked a lot at the cottage, and the small kitchen had just about everything we needed (though be sure to check expiration dates of anything in the fridge!). The beds were so comfortable, cozy and warm, and the two heaters were efficient and quiet too, which we really appreciated. My one caveat was the hot tub isn’t actually hot - it only heats to 100 degrees. It was the only down side to an otherwise stellar time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sherry K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Dog poop

Host was extremely invasive in our space , pearing through the windows, she put dog poop on a paper towel ,placing it on the outside and ONLY table to eat at, came out when my teenage daughters were in the bathtub outside, every time we touched orDid something she was right there. Extremely inappropriate!did something she was right
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CINDI H.

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

A Gem At Stinson Beach

The owner, Linda, is a wealth of information when it comes to what to do in the area. Such a cool lady & best host ever! The cottage has it all. You don’t even need to leave the area to enjoy a full weekend! There’s a shed full of beach goodies including wetsuits of all sizes, boogie boards, surfboard, sand toys, beach bikes & even a wagon to get it everything to the beach & back! The cottage is comfy & inviting! It has all the comforts of home & is well supplied. Linda pays great attention to detail & didn’t forget a thing! The cottage is located between the gorgeous mountains & fabulous beach which explains the zen-like atmosphere! Parkside restaurant, bar, bakery & snack bar are across the street & offer a delicious array of food. We thoroughly enjoyed the fish tacos & clam pizza! Stinson Beach is clean & great for beach combing. I can’t wait to boogie board when we return in June!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique, precious property with instant access to wonderful Stinson Beach and the local markets. Linda proved to be a warm, engaging, and knowledgeable host. She promptly notified us of a belonging my partner left behind, and will be mailing it to us. We look forward to returning before the end of summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Stinson Beach to meet up with family

This cute little cottage is right in the middle of town and near everything you may need- coffee and pastries directly across the street, walking distance from the beach, post office, shops, and other houses people are staying in (we were meeting up with family). It’s quiet and set back, with a gate to close so you have your own little spot away from everything as well. Two rooms with queen beds, lots of windows to open, fruit trees all around and a deck to sit on in the morning when you have coffee. Linda was so responsive and helpful, checking in to make sure the stay went well. We loved our visit to Stinson Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie R.

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

Fantastic location steps away from Stinson Beach

Beautiful hidden gem located just steps away from Stinson Beach, great restaurant literally across the the street. Parking is narrow and best suited for cars & smaller SUV. Beautiful cozy coastal spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location can't be beat, the house is very clean and comfortable, and the kitchen is well stocked. Parking, however, is an issue. It was a bit of an ordeal backing out of the narrow driveway, maneuvering around the plants and through the narrow gate. We have a Subaru outback; it may not be an issue for someone with a smaller car. Also be aware that there are quite a number of house rules. With those caveats, I'd recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Outstanding host and location

Terrific communication with the host prior to arrival and during our stay. Extremely helpful with local and regional recommendations. Location in Stinson Beach is hard to beat just steps from local restaurants, shops, beach, and hiking.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M. B.

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

Fantastic Spot and perfect location

Our stay was just amazing! The cottage was in a wonderful location right in the heart of Stinson beach and walking distance to anything we needed. It was perfectly appointed comfortable and communication with Linda was easy! Looking forward to staying again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025