20 Mins to SF 20 mins to 1st wine tasting. 24 ratings ALL 24 RATINGS ARE 5 STARS
About this house rental
Nestled in San Rafael, this charming house for $1,535 per night is a great option for your next break. Most of my clients are past guests. All my guests remarks are 5 star. I can't stress enough how important it is for me to personally make this a special trip that you and your family will always remember! I just uploaded almost all new pictures. The neighborhood might lose electricity but this house will be powered with solar panels and Tesla PowerWalls. What that also mean is free charging for your electric car with a 60 amp Tesla charging system. Security cameras over backdoor, front door and driveway. New BlueAir bio air filtering systems in 2 bedrooms and the living room. So...... Feels like you are a million miles away from the city yet only 20. Repeat Guest. She has stayed 18 nights total in the last 45 days and I finally ask her to put some thoughts about my home into words and this is what she said. Bill's house was, quite simply, the cleanest, most comfortable, and most thoughtfully put together home I've stayed in - and I'm a veteran vacation home renter. From extraordinarily soft sheets to ample toiletries to a well-stocked kitchen - complete with snacks and coffee pods and every cooking implement you could imagine - the property had everything my family (myself and three children) could possibly need or want. I used the home gym daily, and we practically lived in the pool, which is wonderfully warm and has some of the most beautiful mountain views in the Bay Area. The neighbors were welcoming, the neighborhood was quiet, and Bill himself was chipper and accessible and quick to respond to any questions we had. My only complaint was that we eventually had to leave and return to reality, but we're hoping that problem can be rectified and we can get another chance to stay at this magnificent home someday. An absolutely perfect escape from the city. Wine Country 20 Mins or San Francisco 20 Mins. Guest had this to say; "5/26/2021 We had a great time at Bill’s house! The pool and hot tub were pristine and great for kids with all kinds of pool toys and floaties, and the view of Mt. Tam and the surrounding valley was exquisite. We walked daily to the hiking area at the end of the street, through the neighborhood with little kids riding bikes and people strolling and waving hello. The house itself was perfect for a family, as a single-level home with bunk beds. Bill’s attention to detail was evident everywhere - electric candles and the fountain on timers, incredible home gym in the garage, all kinds of toiletries, giant poolside umbrellas, fresh-cut flowers from the garden. Everything was clean and tidy, and both recycling and compost were available. It was a short drive from SF but the temperatures were much warmer, and there were no bugs in the evening. Bill checked in often and was easily accessible for questions by text, as well as being totally flexible on both check-in and check-out time. We would definitely stay here again! Karen" Description of Property; The view paints a new and spectacular picture every day.You will feel like you are at a private resort. Ideal for 2 couples or 2 couples with 1-2-3 kids. Day use with 8 or less considered. Explore both the Wine Country and San Francisco. I'm smack dab in the middle. 20 minutes one way to the first of many wine tasting wineries on your way to Napa Valley and 20 minutes to cross the Golden Gate bridge into San Francisco. Marin County has too many places of interest to mention but a few are Muir Woods, Point Reyes National Sea Shore, Many Beaches, Sausalito and much more. Private Hot Tub, spectacular views from house and new deck (my deck is in a national commercial on HGTV as a jaw dropping design). and also from the remodeled pool. I bought something called a heat pump for my pool and they are a relatively new state of the art heater. Since April 1, 2018 I've been swimming even in the rain and very cold mornings I should be able to keep a constant temp between 84-89.....10 months out of the year. New in my garage. My new Gym into something I consider to be a little over the top for a simple home gym. The relatively small local town is full of events and farmers markets. When not doing wine tasting or taking the ferry to San Francisco just sit back and relax in luxury. Be sure to see the new 2020 remodeled Master Bath. Lots of specialty features in it including a walk in shower with a seat and truly a luxury toilet. LOL! Seriously! Nice "Professional" Double Belgian Waffle Maker with mix along with a new Crock Pot and air fryer for you kitchen delights. New Gas Weber BBQ New Water filter system at kitchen sink. New Saatva mattresses, 1 King and 1 Queen. They are the highest rated 5 star mattresses. New bedding and pillows also. Ladies if the Gardenia bush is blooming in the front yard be sure to help yourselves and there are hair clips in a kitchen drawer. Also a clipping garden full of flowers and as of now a full Vegetable garden in which you can help yourself. New floaties, pool boat and mini fridge for the pool. Please be responsible in the Pool and Hot Tub. Use at your own risk. No-one under 15 allowed on the deck, in the pool or in the hot tub without an adult present.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of San Rafael, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(21 Reviews)
5.0
Bill, the owner, clearly enjoys comfort and convenience, and happily he also likes sharing it with his guests. From the nice, warm pool to the hot tub to the big TV to the coffee maker to the comfy beds and pillows, everything is geared towards being comfortable and well cared for. Bill is a genuinely good guy, full of interesting stories and doing everything he can to make your stay as nice as it can be.
Besides the house, the yard is beautifully maintained from the gurgling water feature to the always busy hummingbird feeders, that are a pleasure to watch.
My wife and I sincerely hope we have an opportunity to stay here again.
5.0
Bill, the owner, clearly enjoys comfort and convenience, and happily he also likes sharing it with his guests. From the nice, warm pool to the hot tub to the big TV to the coffee maker to the comfy beds and pillows, everything is geared towards being comfortable and well cared for. Bill is a genuinely good guy, full of interesting stories and doing everything he can to make your stay as nice as it can be.
Besides the house, the yard is beautifully maintained from the gurgling water feature to the always busy hummingbird feeders, that are a pleasure to watch.
My wife and I sincerely hope we have an opportunity to stay here again.
5.0
We stayed at Bill’s for two weeks with our kids, on a working vacation. This place is a dream. The outdoor space is incredible and very thoughtfully designed (the view, heated pool, and hot tub), we setup our workspace in the solarium to be able to see kids in the pool and it was a dream. There’s also east access to all the area attractions (Muir, Reyes, GG). Within a couple hours of arriving my kids wanted to know if we could move in forever! High recommend. Bill has thoughtfully built an amazing home, is an attentive host, and we’re so glad he’s willing to share this space.
5.0
Bill's home on the ridge was every bit as gorgeous as in the photos online, and in the terrific instructional videos he shared. What a smart way for guests to see (and later refer to) the many thoughtful features of this home. Bill was easily available for any questions or advice.
The house is perfectly situated for a mesmerizing view of Mount Tamalpais at all times from different rooms--most especially from the expansive outdoor patio and swimming pool. (We didn't get around to the hot tub or large outdoor dining table.)
The rooms themselves were comfortable, well-appointed and had just what we needed to feel thoroughly at home. The kitchen has appliances and gadgets galore, as well as whatever you'd need including spices and pantry items. Snacks and waters were plentiful. There's even a home gym in the garage, along with high-end washer and dryer.
All in all, we are hoping to return to visit family in the area again soon.
5.0
All the toys of a poolside vacation
5.0
Wonderful experience
Intimate experiene
Pool and view are amazing
Bill hamm was so thoughtful and accomodating
Property is very well maintained
5.0
Fantastic property
The home was amazing - great views of Mt. Tam - the pool and hot tub were fantastic - the temp outside was in the 40s and 50s - the heated pool was in the high 70s/low 80s.
Thanks Bill for being a great host!
5.0
Amazing Getaway!
I was looking for a nice getaway for my partner, tween and teen and this property more than fit the bill! It is a lovely property - the pool and spa are amazing and you can’t beat that view - and Bill was the consummate host. Everything was immaculate inside and out and Bill responded immediately to any questions that we had. Watching the hummingbirds was a fun bonus! We would definitely stay again, highly recommend!
5.0
Getaway for two
Wonderful location. Great views from pool and hot tub. Bill was very involved.
5.0
Really enjoyed this house, especially the back yard. Wonderful view, pool, hot tub, etc. House was fully stocked. And Bill was great to work with.
5.0
Great House
Really enjoyed this house, especially the back yard. Wonderful view, pool, hot tub, etc. House was fully stocked. And Bill was great to work with.
5.0
Bill's home is lovely, well kept and so very comfortable! The pool is wonderful as is the spa! It was very hot the weekend we stayed so having A/C was a huge plus! The kitchen is stocked so you can cook and enjoy eating in as much as you want. Bill is a delight to work with. We will stay at his home again for sure when we return to the area.
5.0
Wonderful!
Bill's home is lovely, well kept and so very comfortable! The pool is wonderful as is the spa! It was very hot the weekend we stayed so having A/C was a huge plus! The kitchen is stocked so you can cook and enjoy eating in as much as you want. Bill is a delight to work with. We will stay at his home again for sure when we return to the area.
5.0
Relaxing stay close to Wine Country and San Francisco
My family had a wonderful vacation stay at Bill's place. The location is great as it is very close to both San Francisco and Sonoma/Napa Valley. We were able to take day trips to both. This property is also very close to the Larkspur Ferry so we were able to take that down to San Francisco for the day instead of having to battle traffic and parking.
This property has a great deck and pool area with great views! Also Bill was very accommodating. He was a wealth of knowledge about things to do in the area and also got all our groceries for us before we arrived. What a time saver!
Thanks Bill! When in the area again we will definitely use your place!
5.0
The dream of a lifetime--5 Star Vacation Home!
As I reminisce about our stay at Bill's home, I can not find enough descriptors to define the time we had during our 5 days: comfortable, accessible, care free living, and well supplied are a few that come to mind.
The home is in an ideal location, close to San Francisco and the entire Bay, Sonoma, Napa, and it is also very easy to find.
Bill is the most caring host I have ever met (we had everything supplied--food, coffee, paper products, on and on) and he will help with any need you may have on your list.The home is equipped with everything you need: music, tvs, workout equipment, hot tub, gardens--too many extras to list!
Last, but not least, the POOL--what a piece of heaven on earth it was to relax in and enjoy the fantastic views from the deck and lounge area nearby.
Bill's home is truly "paradise on earth" and we would stay here again in a heartbeat because of the beautiful house, relaxing pool with never ending views, and the super host!
Thank you for making our vacation so enjoyable Bill. I know you will make many more dreams come true in the future.
Forever grateful,
Barb and Mark and family
5.0
Bill is an awesome host. His house is great. My nephew was thrilled with all the gadgets- especially The waffle iron. Nice pool, beautiful view, great location comfortable and nice
5.0
Awesome host
Bill is an awesome host. His house is great. My nephew was thrilled with all the gadgets- especially The waffle iron. Nice pool, beautiful view, great location comfortable and nice
2.5
Great
5.0
Most amazing house and most of all amazing person!
All I have to say is that Bill was our knight in shining armor. My best friend was getting married and on the Tuesday before the weekend of the wedding our original rental cancelled but referred Bill. He was AMAZING. Not only did he let us stay there on short notice he made sure everything was in order and cleaned the pool and outdoor area (this was during the horrible fires up in Sonoma/Napa so there was a bunch of ash in the air and ground) left us water and coffee so we could enjoy. He even left a card for my friend with well wishes on her big day. The views of Mt Tam are to die for. We were house bound for a couple of days because of the smoke in the air but it was like being outside because of all the great windows. The pictures of use getting ready were amazing as well.
If I could give Bill and his house more than 5 stars I would. He saved the day and even thought I live in San Francisco I am definitely coming back (as soon as I recover from the wedding weekend!)
5.0
Beautiful retreat!
Thanks Bill! Your home is very inviting and you are a wonderful Host! We have stayed in many homes through Home away/vrbo and I would say you went above and beyond what others do that rent their homes out! Everything you had there was very appreciated! We loved waking up each morning sipping coffee with view of the pool and mountains! At night it was fun to sit at the table and turn on the fire and relax! My only complaint is that we couldn't stay another week or more! We will definitely be back! We would like to come out when we see a smooth jazz festival is going on! We will keep in touch!
5.0
Incredible host and amazing view
Bill is an incredible host. He thinks of all the little details. The kitchen has all of the latest appliances and equipment and Bill even stocks snacks and breakfast items so you feel pampered. We very much enjoyed the pool and hot tub and relaxing at the property. The trail that starts right down the street means that one can enjoy a beautiful hike quite easily. Overall, a wonderful stay.
5.0
Exceptionnel !!!
Une très jolie maison tout confort !! Une vue exceptionnelle sur la nature !!, piscine chauffée et jacuzzi !!! La maison est impeccablement propre !!!
Bill le propriétaire est d'une gentillesse incroyable !!!
Un havre de paix A seulement 35 min de San Francisco !!!!
On y reviendra🙏☀️
5.0
Residential Resort
Similar to other comments, we found the property to be lovely and perfectly designed to take advantage of the views which start to sooth your soul the moment you walk in the door. My niece and I had a short girls stay at Bill's place and we really considered it a residential resort. Bill takes great care and effort to ensure your visit is all it can be ... (activities and restaurant recommendations, personal greeting and house tour when you arrive, snack and food treats for the taking, ambient lighting for certain times of the day, and more) and our visit was as peaceful and pleasant as we could have hoped for. While my niece had to go back home to the Midwest, I live in the Bay Area and am looking forward to more stays at Bill's!
5.0
5 Star Get-Away
This was a perfect place for our family of 6 to relax after our daily adventures. Bill went to great extremes to ensure that everything was perfect for our 5 day stay. We toured Yosemite, the bay on a sail boat, Sonoma and Napa wine country, Muir Woods and Beach and Downtown during our stay. The property is perfectly located central to all. The morning and evening views of Mt. Tam started and closed the days beautifully.
There were 6 in our party, 5 over 21 and 1 child of 13. The sleeping accommodations were great and Bill took special care to stock the pantry with breakfast fare and plenty of snacks. The pool and hot tub were the perfect place to unwind also.
Many thanks for your hospitality Bill - Look forward to the next visit!
5.0
A GREAT GETAWAY
We have rented privately several times and live around the area...but this property is just amazing. The video & pictures don't do it justice. The house has been designed and built to take advantage of the incredible views of mountains and hills. This was definitely a beautiful place for my family who stayed to celebrate my Mom's 80-years anniversary. The Owner was very thoughtful, very easy to communicate with........you just walk in & enjoy yourself. Thank you, Bill for your hospitality!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in San Rafael?
The average price for a rental in San Rafael is $344 per night. This rental is $1,191 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 20 Mins to SF 20 mins to 1st wine tasting. 24 ratings ALL 24 RATINGS ARE 5 STARS. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 20 Mins to SF 20 mins to 1st wine tasting. 24 ratings ALL 24 RATINGS ARE 5 STARS. Enjoy the water!
Is 20 Mins to SF 20 mins to 1st wine tasting. 24 ratings ALL 24 RATINGS ARE 5 STARS pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 20 Mins to SF 20 mins to 1st wine tasting. 24 ratings ALL 24 RATINGS ARE 5 STARS?
We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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