Iconic Mushroom House, Dramatic Ocean View Getaway + Walk to Beach
Iconic Mushroom House, Dramatic Ocean View Getaway + Walk to Beach
About this house rental
Situated in Bolinas, this attractive house for $357 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. PLEASE NOTE: We open reservations 3 months in advance, however if you have a special request or would like to check availability for a booking that is beyond 3 months, please select the dates and request to book or send us a message via "contact the host". Welcome to the Mushroom House, a one-of-a-kind coastal escape. Located on the Big Mesa in secluded Bolinas, this rustic visionary structure, built almost 50 years ago, stands boldly, peering down at the Pacific Ocean from its 3-story perch. Just 50 meters from the steep south-facing cliffs that drop down to the rugged beach and a 10 minute walk from nearby Bolinas Beach, the Mushroom House offers expansive views of Duxbury Reef, Stinson Beach, and Bolinas Ridge. Featured in House Beautiful magazine in the 70's as an architectural wonder, the house is truly like no other. Forget the crowds, traffic and noise of everyday life, just take in the sound of the Pacific Ocean and seaside birds as you slow down to the pace of this magical place. This 1500 square foot house has three floors. The first two are the mushroom stem. On the first floor, behind a swinging bookshelf, you will find a bunk bed (two beds) and full bathroom with shower. The large bedroom on the second floor has a queen size Necatar bed, 1/2 bathroom, and a beautiful view of the ocean from where you will lay your head. The third floor is the mushroom's cap, featuring a hexagonal, wide-open floor plan that includes a kitchen, living room, and dining area. There is a lovely loft with a queen size Nectar mattress that has pillow views of the ocean and mountain ridge. A full bathroom is right off the living room. The sleeping arrangement of two queen beds and bunk bed allows for a capacity of 6 occupants. The house is ideal for couples, friends, and families, but there is a spiral staircase between each floor and a ladder to the loft, so convenience and safety should be taken into account when bringing small children or the elderly. The third floor great room has new wood floors, an 18-foot high ceiling with stained glass at the top, and breathtaking views wherever you look. A sliding glass door leads to the dramatic deck where you can enjoy sunbathing, reading, and al fresco meals. You can also curl up inside and watch a movie on the 65'' LG TV, stay connected if you want through high speed internet, or listen to music on the bluetooth speaker. The town of Bolinas is an easy half-mile walk from the house, where you will find a quirky little downtown and lovely public beach. Bolinas has a post office (no waiting), a very nice restaurant (The Coast Cafe), a neighborhood bar (Smiley's - they serve burritos now too!) a library, several boutiques, and two grocery stores: The General Store has just about everything you need; The People’s Store, set back from the street, has organic fruits and vegetables and a good dose of Bolinas charm. The Mushroom House is extremely relaxing and hard to leave, but local activity is too wonderful to ignore. A walk to town and the beach is a must. If you like to hike, don't miss the Palomarin trail to Bass Lake and Alamere Falls, one of the most beautiful and satisfying hikes in the Bay Area. Just 10 minutes away from the house, the trail winds along the coast, heads inland, hits a beautiful swimming lake, then ends back at the beach where a roaring creek tumbles over a steep cliff onto the sand. Road biking, surfing, tide pooling, mountain biking, boogie-boarding, sand-castle building, and many other possibilities await. The Mushroom House is a gem. It is not new or shiny, but it is warm, homey, comforting, and closely connected to nature's wonders. Migrating whales have been seen from the deck. A pelican carrying a salmon was spotted through the window by a guest doing dishes. The cleansing ocean air graces this special home every day, inside and out. Come experience the simple life. Note: there is a Ring located next to the front door that monitors the front yard.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Bolinas, CA
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(83 Reviews)
5.0
loved our days at this house
5.0
We were looking for a unique getaway to somewhere we have never been! This definitely fits the description for the mushroom house. The town of Bolinas had excellent fish and chips and excellent views of the Pacific ocean. Our favorite spot was sitting on the balcony overlooking the ocean and listening to the waves, and just letting the day end slowly. David is an excellent host and communicator. We enjoyed a walk to the quirky downtown and seeing all that Bolinas had to offer. We headed out to Muir Woods one day, and could not have enjoyed that more. The house is really cool with all of the neat features. We even saw deer in the yard!
5.0
You can't help but smile at this home and property. It's all very natural and that seems to make it feel calming. The carpeted spiral staircase was not a problem at all. My mom is 79 and she loved it too! Only downside was that we took the ocean side of the hwy back home and if we knew how curvy and scary that was going to be we would have driven home the way we came, through the forest! That was gorgeous and felt safer with less scary dropoffs. The walking through the neighborhood was gorgeous as was the beach. Views were great of the waves and surfers from the balcony deck! But the architecture was by far the most facinating.
Oh and the family of 4 deer in the yard,THAT was so special. They were not at all fearful! My mom and I enjoyed blackberries in the yard too :-) It actually felt like home to my mom, which is Germany, minus the ocean.
5.0
We loved our stay. The house is very comfortable and well equipped for a great time!
5.0
Everything was ship-shape in this charming, quirky house with fantastic views. The kitchen was well-fitted, tasteful decoration throughout. Would definitely rent again.
5.0
Unique home with impressive views.
5.0
Our family vacation had a perfect close at the Mushroom House! Communication was excellent, and the space for a family of 5 was perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed Bolinas and quiet days exploring nearby trails. House fully equipped to cook in and enjoy views of the ocean! The unique architecture of the house was incredible to learn about - very comfortable beds, plenty of linens, and loved the record player and puzzles!
5.0
This is a great and unique place. If you need a break from the hustle and bustle, this is the spot. I wish I could have stayed longer!
5.0
Friends and I had a wonderful stay. Beautiful views and seamless check in/check out. Highly recommend!
5.0
My group loved everything about the mushroom house and had a very memorable weekend in her warm embrace. The Hosts have been very thoughtful about many details - we especially liked the icons on all the kitchen cabinets and drawers guiding you to what you need. One of the most satisfying short-term rentals I've booked. We will be back.
5.0
The Mushroom House was a great way to spend a few days in one of our family's favorite destinations. Ease of check-in, cleanliness and beauty of the property, and unique style of the home made for the perfect getaway. We will definitely be back!
5.0
We had everything we needed; walking on the beach is so restorative; all the plants were in full bloom- gorgeous; the town of Bolinas was a hoot!
5.0
We had the most wonderful stay! The house is so unique and full of character, with incredible views. We loved exploring town and the house is perfectly located to visit Muir Woods and other nature excursions. We can't wait to come back!
5.0
Fantastic location and a unique house built with attention to every detail. Great views of the Pacific and Mt. Tamalpais. Well worth the price!
5.0
We stayed at the Mushroom house to have a small elopement in Bolinas. This house is so beautifully quirky and offers some amazing views of the ocean. There are a TON of stairs to get between floors, but my party didn't mind that at all. Not to mention, the owners were great at communicating and so personable and nice. They accommodated a small plumbing issue with no hassle. We loved it so much and have made forever memories at this property, and hope to be back in the years to come.
5.0
Beautiful views and interesting floor plan. Such a cute place. Would book again if I’m ever back in the area.
5.0
The mushroom house was the perfect weekend getaway for our two young families. The kiddos lived the hidden room with the bunk beds and the kitchen had everything we needed to make group meals. Proximity to the beach and cute Bolinas was excellent, we definitely want to return!
5.0
We loved the house - it was well stocked and cozy with beautiful views! Communication was easy and clear too. Would love to go back!
5.0
We came out to Bolinas for a quick getaway---for some holiday baking and beach walks. The Mushroom House is such an iconic property--and was super fun in a retro-NorCal way. Bolinas is one of my favorite places to come to feel far away from work and regular life. This house is special---and the ocean views, amazing architecture and proximity to beach walks and The Coast Cafe and Eleven, made it totally perfect for us. Beds were super comfy, too---we slept really well. Great getaway!
5.0
We loved the imaginative design of the Mushroom House, perched on a mesa overlooking the Pacific. We especially appreciated the well-equipped and well-supplied kitchen. We spent our days exploring the nearby beaches and tide pools. The sunsets over the water were spectacular. It is a great place for a family getaway.
5.0
A great space to spend time in a special place!
5.0
This house was perfect for our weekend getaway. Clean, lots of comfy details, beautiful views of the mountains and the ocean. Lots of stairs, which isn’t a bad thing! Just something to consider for super young or folks with limited mobility.
5.0
Awesome rental. Owner responsive and helpful!
5.0
We had a wonderful time at the mushroom house! Its a perfect walk to town. Beautiful views and warm rustic home. Host had great recommendations for dinner and check in was easy. We also loved the gated property and ability to park multiple cars there. Easy to get to from SF and close to Stinson. Overall, lovely stay!
5.0
We loved our stay at the mushroom house!
From the moment we stepped foot on the property I could tell it was going to be a magical experience. The house is an architectural phenomenon. It is truly a work of art. It was beautiful and cozy and had amazing views of the coast. It was well decorated and even had a record player with old records that we could listen to. The owners took great care and communicating with us. We will definitely be staying at the mushroom house again.
5.0
Great to stay in a unique and historic building structure. A non-square room can stimulate creative thinking and broaden perspectives greatly!
5.0
Lovely stay in the Mushroom House! Home is well maintained and very clean, with lots of charm. Loved the deck and fantastic view of the ocean.
5.0
The house was beautiful and perfectly located in the quaint little oasis that is Bolinas. Hope to return again!
5.0
Thanks for having us!
5.0
Fantastic, quirky place to stay in Bolinas. Incredibly clean. Just a heads up: the stairs of this 3-story home are narrow and may be difficult to navigate for some people. Wifi can be intermittent, so don't plan to work from here. Otherwise, amazing property!
5.0
Bolinas is the perfect getaway for those who want to hang with the locals and this property is just so fun! Our family of four each had the privacy we wanted with a beautiful shared space. The kids loved the fun unique details; a bedroom behind a hidden door!! And the adults appreciated the warm wood and light in the open living space and beautiful beach view. A quick walk down the street, past bicyclists, skateboarders and deer, place you at a little beach with the local surfers. Walk a little further you find a small, quirky town with delicious morning pastries, a historic bar and nice place for dinner. There is also a small market and health food store for groceries. Back at the house, the kitchen is well stocked to prepare a nice meal. The hosts were accommodating, the house is thoughtful and clean. We would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to travel off the beaten path to chill with the cool kids.
5.0
Our stay at The Mushroom House was great. The house is homey and comfortable with a great view of the ocean from the upper floors. Everything was in good condition and the check-in and check-out could not have been easier. I would definitely stay there again.
5.0
We spent two nights at the Mushroom house and had a magical time.. our daughter and friends
Lovely place for special occasions. Relaxing and great location. David is a wonderful host.
5.0
Magical spot
Memories are made of this! Every angle in the house is fascinating. Totally Bolinas experience, California abundance. Perfect
5.0
Lovely space
We loved our stay at the Mushroom House! The design is very fun and the top floor with living room and kitchen is a beautiful space to enjoy the ocean view. We hope to return for a future stay.
4.0
San Francisco getaway...
All in all we had a very nice stay. Be prepared for the beautiful but very winding 35 minute drive on the last 8 miles towards Bolinas. The house is most interesting. The view from the back porch is beautiful. The amenities are everything you need for a nice stay. Be prepared for the very narrow stairs between floors (don't bring heavy suitcases). The home is a little more rustic than we had thought but nice. A few small details that could of been done to make this place a 5 but all in all I would rate our stay a 4...
5.0
We had a lovely stay at the mushroom house! Such unique and creative details in every aspect of the house while also cozy to lounge around and take in the gorgeous views of the ocean. We’d definitely come again!
5.0
Unique and cozy home
We had a lovely stay at the mushroom house! Such unique and creative details in every aspect of the house while also cozy to lounge around and take in the gorgeous views of the ocean. We’d definitely come again!
5.0
We had a wonderful time at the Mushroom House. The home is beautiful and the views might even be better. It’s a short and scenic walk down to the beach through a beautiful, sleepy town. David was an amazing host, very responsive and the place was spotless. This was truly a unique experience, and all my friends who stopped by were in awe of the how unique and beautiful the mushroom house was. I will absolutely be back and highly recommend staying here. Thank you David!
5.0
An amazing experience on the Marin Coast
We had a wonderful time at the Mushroom House. The home is beautiful and the views might even be better. It’s a short and scenic walk down to the beach through a beautiful, sleepy town. David was an amazing host, very responsive and the place was spotless. This was truly a unique experience, and all my friends who stopped by were in awe of the how unique and beautiful the mushroom house was. I will absolutely be back and highly recommend staying here. Thank you David!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bolinas?
The average price for a rental in Bolinas is $393 per night. This rental is $36 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Iconic Mushroom House, Dramatic Ocean View Getaway + Walk to Beach . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Iconic Mushroom House, Dramatic Ocean View Getaway + Walk to Beach pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Iconic Mushroom House, Dramatic Ocean View Getaway + Walk to Beach ?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and garden.
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