Spacious and Charming Marina District Home Steps from the Bay

Smart TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

About this house rental

Nestled in San Francisco, this charming house for R 21,838 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. Prime Marina District location, just a few blocks from San Francisco Bay, Palace of Fine Arts, Crissy Field, Marina Green and Fort Mason. 4,100+ square foot home built in 1926 and fully remodeled retaining its old world charm. With five formal bedrooms and four full baths, two families with children can enjoy their privacy, while sharing common spaces including the formal living room, sun room for games, media room, deck off the spacious master bedroom and pleasant back yard. Ideal for family reunions and vacations, corporate relocations, conference attendees, or wedding parties, the sprawling home is located in one of the most convenient and desirable neighborhoods of San Francisco. TECHNOLOGY The house is WiFi enabled throughout. We offer three large smart HDTVs with surround sound, DirecTV's Entertainment Package including 150+ channels including all the top entertainment and news channels, plus all the major sports networks. Additionally, internet access for you to log into your own Netflix, Amazon Prime and other accounts. We also offer DVD and CD players, and am/fm stereo. GROUND FLOOR Enter the ground floor foyer with spacious coat closet, hat rack and umbrella holder. Past the 2-car tandem garage, you will find the media room with adjacent full bath including a shower over the bathtub. French doors open onto a patio with a heat lamp, dining table and chairs, two lounge chairs, and a BBQ grill. The ground floor utility room contains a second refrigerator/freezer and second washing machine/dryer set. MAIN FLOOR Up one flight of stairs you will find the main entertaining areas. Formal living room with comfortable seating area, large west-facing windows, a fireplace, baby grand piano, HD TV with surround sound, DirecTV's Entertainment Package including 150+ channels including all the top entertainment and news channels, plus all the major sports networks, internet access for Netflix and Amazon Prime, DVD and CD players, and am/fm stereo. The adjacent dining room has a sturdy and spacious table that can be expanded with leaves to accommodate up to twelve diners comfortably. Gourmet kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances including a Thermador Range with 4 burners and built-in griddle, Venmar hood with heat lamps, Jenn-Air double oven, Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, quiet Bosch dishwasher (installed in 2017), plus a 2-person breakfast table. Also on this floor are two bedrooms, one full bath with shower over tub, and a sunroom stocked with a wide assortment of family games. TOP FLOOR Upstairs you will find the elegant 900-square foot master bedroom with jetted bathtub, double-headed shower with skylight above, his and her sinks and a separate room for the toilet. French doors open to a private deck with city views, a table for four and a sun umbrella. On this floor, there are two additional bedrooms (queen and full beds), another full bath with shower over tub, plus a front-loading HE clothes washer and dryer. NEIGHBORHOOD Head north 1 ½ blocks and you’ll find San Francisco Bay. Stroll down to see the boats of the Marina, walk on groomed paths or the sandy beaches of Crissy Field where you’ll see the best kite boarders and wind surfers playing in the water. On calmer days you’re more likely to spot a sea lion bobbing in the surf, and occasionally a dolphin or even a grey whale. Continue to historic Fort Point at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge, just two miles west, where surfers hang ten when he conditions are right. or take the more rigorous hiking paths up the hill to walk across the iconic bridge itself. This part of the Presidio houses many entertaining public venues including Planet Granite climbing gym, Batter’s Box batting cages and House of Air trampoline park. Don’t miss the swans, turtles, koi fish and other wildlife including herons and egrets abundant in the pond adjacent to the 100+-year-old Neo Classical Palace of Fine Arts, one of the city’s most popular and picturesque photo backdrops, just two blocks from the house. Head south four blocks and you’ll find yourself in the heart of the Marina’s commercial center-- Chestnut Street-- packed with lively restaurants, cafes, and boutiques. The neighborhood’s dining establishments are varied and abundant. Breakfast options range from Starbucks, Peets Coffee, and Noah’s Bagels to Le Marais for fancy espresso drinks and French pastries, or the popular Home Plate diner. Casual lunch options include designing your own gourmet salad at Pluto’s or The Plant Café Organic, grabbing a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich at Blue Barn or selecting a sustainably harvested ahi tuna poke bowl at Pacific Catch. For dinner you can enjoy a picture of Margaritas and Mexican fare while people watching from the sidewalk seating area at Tacolicious, or opt for world class Southern Italian Cuisine and wine parings at A-16. Chestnut Street still boasts two independently owned neighborhood movie houses, the Presidio and Marina Theatres. There’s a small but well-stocked grocery store and a separate high quality meat market in case you’d rather pick up supplies to cook at home, an Apple Store, and a 24-hour Walgreens Pharmacy conveniently located just 5 blocks from the house. Other nightlife options within easy walking distance range from dive bars to wine bars to live music venues. On Sunday mornings head west ½ mile to the Fort Mason Organic Farmers’ Market where you can buy prepared foods to eat on the spot, or pick up the finest quality local produce, meats and seafood, bread, produce and condiments to make your own picnic or transform into a gourmet dinner. It’s also a great place to pick up some local honey or olives to bring home as a souvenir. This location is also home to a diverse range of food trucks, accompanied by live music at Off the Grid every Friday evening from June through September. Continue in his direction and you’ll find Aquatic Park, Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, and the Ferry Building. San Francisco lends itself to being explored on foot, but it’s easy to drive or use public transit or ride-sharing services to reach other top sites including SFMOMA and the Palace of the Legion of Honor Art Museums, Golden Gate Park, (where you’ll find the California Academy of Sciences, the DeYoung Museum, the Conservatory of Flowers, Botanical Gardens, and the Japanese Tea Garden), Coit Tower, curvy Lombard Street, and Ocean Beach.

Amenities

Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(47 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2024
Our group of ten had a wonderful stay at Villa Marina. The house was larger than expected and accommodated our group of six adults and four children very comfortably. The children were intrigued with the second inner staircase in the home! Kitchen was on the small side but very well equipped. The hostess was very accommodating to our needs and check in and check out were uncomplicated. Location is excellent…a mere block and a half from the bay. I recommend Villa Marina for your stay.
5.0
Nov 2023
Anne was so helpful and accommodating
5.0
Sep 2023
Great 5 star visit.
5.0
Aug 2023
My husband, 16 month daughter, and two small poodle mix pups stayed for several nights. Anne, the host, could not have been more thoughtful. She left toy wood blocks for my daughter as well as baby gates, a pack n play, and booster seat. She was extremely organized in the information she provided to us about the home and even left us a bottle of champagne and chocolates. The beds are comfortable and everything is as pictured. The place is much bigger in person. The bedrooms are endless and the art is beautiful. In my third trimester of pregnancy, I very much appreciated the fancy bath tub in the master bedroom. The attached balcony is really a lovely place to sit and enjoy. My dogs enjoyed the backyard. My heart remains in the Marina and it was such a treat to visit. I lived here for many years before moving to the burbs. This home is so close to Chrissy Field, Fort Mason, the Marina Green, and all the delicious restaurants… You could not pick a better location. We had a great stay and hope to be back again soon.
5.0
Jun 2023
Wonderful experience! Home was spacious, well stocked and located close to most of SF major attractions. Host was accessible and informative, handling any concerns we might have had. Can’t say enough good things about our stay. Highly recommended if your vacationing in SF.
5.0
Jun 2023
Beautiful location just a block from the Marina, a gorgeous walk on the waterfront, iconic views of Golden Gate Bridge, and the Palace of Fine Arts. There is a very lively commercial district on Chestnut Street a couple blocks away where you can get anything you want, including groceries tons of good food. There is also a bus line on the street that can get you anywhere on the city. The house itself is beautiful and charming, and it was perfect for our family gathering with many small kids. The host was very helpful and communicative and always just a text away. Highly recommend! We lucked out.
5.0
May 2023
Outstanding location, within walking distance of a lot of great attractions and restaurants. Highly Recommend!!!
5.0
Mar 2023
Draft: We traveled from India on the occasion of our daughter's wedding and needed a base for a fortnight. We needed a house with all amenities - and I mean ALL as the house was to be the base for family travelling from different places. The location in Marina district - excellent neighborhood, close to shopping, the Marina waterfront and central to all our planned wedding activities. The house was a home away from home and much, much more. The house had everything from a 2 car garage, excellent well stocked kitchen, living space, comfortable bedrooms, washing machines, driers, dishwasher, well stocked linen, wifi and AV - in plenty. The host , Anne left detailed information of the house and surrounding areas. Most importantly, she was always available for help / advice as and when we needed it. Her kindness played a major role in making our trip as perfect as we could have wanted. The house had a cheerful vibe and character - making it the ideal base for our trip. Thank you Anne and VRBO...!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in San Francisco?

The average price for a rental in San Francisco is R 3,600 per night. This rental is R 18,238 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spacious and Charming Marina District Home Steps from the Bay. 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 Spacious and Charming Marina District Home Steps from the Bay. Enjoy the water!

Is Spacious and Charming Marina District Home Steps from the Bay 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 Spacious and Charming Marina District Home Steps from the Bay?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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