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Spectacular Cottage Minutes from Town, Trails, and Biking!

Top rated by guests

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Fantastic Mill Valley Cottage! Front view. Front door on left off of front deck.

Living room looking back towards the sunny kitchen!

Bright kitchen with gas stove /oven and microwave. Table slides under counter!

Kitchen with drawer refrigerator and freezer.

French doors to deck! Desk and bookshelves.

9.7Outstanding

(108 Ratings)

"Good spot that close to Petaluma/SF"

Colin B.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

9.7 / 10.0

Outstanding(108 Ratings)

Cottage in Mill Valley, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cottage rental

Experience all the Bay area has to offer in one location! Secluded, cozy Mill Valley retreat just minutes from Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco! The cottage has skylights, wonderful windows that look out to the yard/trees and beautiful design details for an incredible stay. Gas fireplace, large screen TV, Internet, and outdoor shower! Gardens throughout the property, outdoor seating on front deck and private back patio and an easy walk to wonderful town of Mill Valley with unique shops and fantastic restaurants. Miles and miles of of nearby hiking and biking trails on Mount Tamalpais with breathtaking views of San Francisco, Pacific Ocean and Redwoods, including 4 mile hike to Muir Woods and 7 mile hike to Stinson Beach. A scenic 45 - 60 minute drive to Sonoma/Napa Wine Country for a fantastic day excursion or a 20 minute drive into San Francisco, Ghirardelli Square, Museums, Zoo, the Ferry Building and more. It is an outstanding vacation or business travel rental!

We do not have a washer and dryer but very convenient laundromats should you need during your stay. We do provide fresh linens whenever you need!

Note 1: Although the cottage can accommodate 5 people it will be tight for 5 adults. Best suited for 2 Adults and 2-3 children or 4 Adults (but we do allow 5 adults if you are good with someone on a blow-up twin). 1 Queen, 2 Twin Beds, Twin blow up bed available on request. Upstairs floor plan is also available! An additional charge of $20 for a fifth person will be added to your rental payment (for the entire stay not per night).
Note 2: Cottage is at the top of a driveway with an incline some guests considered it to be difficult. Please inquire if you have health issues.
Keywords: Cozy, Cottage, Garden Views, Sunny, Private, Fireplace!

Map of Mill Valley, CA

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Park

Alcatraz Island

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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Top rated by guests

Most favorited

9.7Outstanding

(108 Ratings)

"Good spot that close to Petaluma/SF"

Colin B.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.7 / 10.0

Outstanding(108 Ratings)

Cottage in Mill Valley, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Mill Valley, CA

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Park

Alcatraz Island

About this cottage rental

Experience all the Bay area has to offer in one location! Secluded, cozy Mill Valley retreat just minutes from Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco! The cottage has skylights, wonderful windows that look out to the yard/trees and beautiful design details for an incredible stay. Gas fireplace, large screen TV, Internet, and outdoor shower! Gardens throughout the property, outdoor seating on front deck and private back patio and an easy walk to wonderful town of Mill Valley with unique shops and fantastic restaurants. Miles and miles of of nearby hiking and biking trails on Mount Tamalpais with breathtaking views of San Francisco, Pacific Ocean and Redwoods, including 4 mile hike to Muir Woods and 7 mile hike to Stinson Beach. A scenic 45 - 60 minute drive to Sonoma/Napa Wine Country for a fantastic day excursion or a 20 minute drive into San Francisco, Ghirardelli Square, Museums, Zoo, the Ferry Building and more. It is an outstanding vacation or business travel rental!

We do not have a washer and dryer but very convenient laundromats should you need during your stay. We do provide fresh linens whenever you need!

Note 1: Although the cottage can accommodate 5 people it will be tight for 5 adults. Best suited for 2 Adults and 2-3 children or 4 Adults (but we do allow 5 adults if you are good with someone on a blow-up twin). 1 Queen, 2 Twin Beds, Twin blow up bed available on request. Upstairs floor plan is also available! An additional charge of $20 for a fifth person will be added to your rental payment (for the entire stay not per night).
Note 2: Cottage is at the top of a driveway with an incline some guests considered it to be difficult. Please inquire if you have health issues.
Keywords: Cozy, Cottage, Garden Views, Sunny, Private, Fireplace!

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

9.7 / 10.0

Outstanding(108 Ratings)

6.0 / 10.0

The cottage was very clean, and nestled in a beautiful valley. It has been noted elsewhere, but the driveway is very steep. In addition, the wood steps to the gate are dangerously slippery when it has been raining. This combination can make loading/unloading luggage treacherous. The hosts were generally friendly and pleasant, but there was a delay in response when we found no key on entering the cottage. We called and texted, but it took several hours for a response.

10.0 / 10.0

Good spot that close to Petaluma/SF

10.0 / 10.0

Mill Valley Cottage

Mill Valley Cottage

Terrific few days! Cottage was just how it looked online. Owners were accessible and helpful. Highly recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Hidden Paradise

Hidden Paradise

Our family of four had a wonderful stay! We came to see the redwoods in the many State Parks nearby, and quickly realized Mill Valley should be a State Park of its own. We were a short distance from the charming downtown square (great for coffee, restaurants and shopping). The best part however, is the walk in-between. The historic library has a surrounding redwood forest with footpaths and a river that runs through. The trees are gigantic. If you walk around the neighborhood enough, you'll fall in love with the gardens, foot bridges and waterfalls there in the town's backyard. And yes, we did see Muir Woods and Muir Beach, and more of the surrounding area. All beautiful too– but we were always happiest when we returned home to our quiet little backyard escape. The owners (Dan and Katy) are the best! They were so cool, kind and helpful, with great advice for where to go and what to explore. Can't wait to come back next year!

8.0 / 10.0

Pleasant stay

Pleasant stay

Nice place. However a number of drawbacks. Only one bathroom. Queen bed, not a king. Driveway very steep. We knew this when we booked the home. Nevertheless not ideal.

10.0 / 10.0

Elegant and Comfortable

Elegant and Comfortable

My family and I stayed for 3 nights and 4 days. The home was clean, well organized with all our needs met. The outside area was perfect for morning coffee. The smells and sights were refreshing and rejuvenating. We slept soundly all three nights! It’s a 20 min. walk to town and an even shorter walk to a wonderful park that leads to hiking trails. I would highly recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Great stay

Great stay

Good place to stay if visiting California

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful getaway near everything you want

Wonderful getaway near everything you want

Staying at this delightful cottage was such a peaceful experience. Although it’s sharing a property with the main house, it feels private and secluded. And it’s an easy walk or short drive to all the wonderful amenities of Mill Valley. SF was a quick 20 minutes over the bridge and all in all we had a perfect weekend.

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful

Wonderful

Wonder walkable location. Perfect amount of space for a small family. Over all it was a wonderful place.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect forO

Perfect forO

Loved the space and location. Perfect for our family of 5. Loved the outdoor space complete with a babbling brook right outside. Close to downtown Mill Valley and east drive to SF.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect spot in Mill Valley

Perfect spot in Mill Valley

The cottage was perfect while we were in town for a wedding. Hosts were responsive and helpful when we asked to check in earlier and the location was close to everywhere we needed to be!

10.0 / 10.0

Mill Valley Gem

Mill Valley Gem

A pleasure from the moment we arrived! Charming, super clean and exactly as advertised and warrants all the great reviews. Thanks to host Katy for the prompt communication throughout.

10.0 / 10.0

Mill Valley Cottage

Mill Valley Cottage

Wonderful property, fantastic location in Mill Valley, very nice owners.

10.0 / 10.0

A little slice of heaven!

A little slice of heaven!

The Mill Valley area is just amazing. The drive from town up to the cottage sets the stage for a perfect stay. From the little deer who greeted us, to the regal California redwoods in the yard, to the kind owners who offered their driveway while they were away, it was just spectacular. It was absolutely the right place for our family to begin our California adventure. You are very blessed Dan and Katy! Till next time...

10.0 / 10.0

Loved the stay

Loved the stay

This was the perfect place for our small family. We love Marin, and being among the trees and close to downtown Mill Valley was amazing.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent Mill Valley Location

Excellent Mill Valley Location

The size of the cottage is just right for a family of four with two teenagers. The location was perfect for us. We hiked the Dipsea Trail from the cottage and all the way to Stinson Beach, taking the Marine County shuttle on the return trip. We also golfed at the local municipal golf course. Local downtown restaurants are good and parking is easy. The cool weather makes any central air conditioning unnecessary; just open the windows. Some might find it challenging to get up/down the very steep driveway leading to the cottage; it wasn't a big deal for us. We recommend this property!

10.0 / 10.0

Great Location for Day Trips!

Great Location for Day Trips!

With loved our week stay at this beautiful and quiet cottage. We found it clean and comfortable and the owners were very cordial and helpful. Great location for NOCAL day trips! We’ll be back again - God willing!

10.0 / 10.0

Redwood hideaway

Redwood hideaway

Gorgeous perfect guesthouse tucked away between California redwoods. Deer came to the stream behind us in the mornings, though it's a suburban lane with several other houses. It was perfect for us and our school-aged kids. One day we visited Muir Woods, and one day over the golden gate to walk around SF. The town had a delicious italian restaurant, ice cream, bakery cafe & creative shops.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful spot!

Beautiful spot!

Beautiful neighborhood, pleasant walk to town. Nice sheets!

10.0 / 10.0

Great Hosts!

Great Hosts!

Super hosts!

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect for 2-3

Perfect for 2-3

Very nice place. Owners were next door, area was safe and comfortable. Would stay here again.

10.0 / 10.0

Ease

Ease

Great set up, quiet area, easy to get to all we wanted to do. Was good having Dan and Katy close, very good people definitely would stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent Property!

Excellent Property!

Great location, 7/10th of a mile to heart of Mill Valley, so it is an easy walk. Really close to Cascade Falls. Easy parking. Owners were helpful. Plenty of space upstairs. Efficient kitchen. Plenty of outside spaces to sit and enjoy the good weather. 5 Stars!

10.0 / 10.0

Great stay

Great stay

Great place to stay. Great location for exploring San Francisco and vicinity.

10.0 / 10.0

Charming House

Charming House

The property was lovely, quiet and peaceful. We loved sitting outside on the patio in the afternoons. The beds were very comfortable, and the bedrooms were quiet for sleeping. The neighborhood was a good one for walking and relaxing. I would definitely stay there again

10.0 / 10.0

Immaculate, beautifully designed hide away cottage

Immaculate, beautifully designed hide away cottage

This cottage is like a little gem, tucked away up in the hills. It's beautifully decorated and was spotlessly clean. The area is very quiet (and dark at night) -- it really felt like a real getaway to be here. My husband and I enjoyed the master bedroom while our daughter slept on one of the bed in the common space in the 2nd floor -- it was a perfect amount of space for us. The kitchen was tiny, but had everything we needed. The only slight drawback to the cottage is that it's right across the yard from the owner's house, and because both houses have a lot of windows it was easy to see into both homes. We solved this by drawing the curtains at night on the side of the cottage that faces the house. The 2 space parking at the house is also first come first serve; there were a few instances the spaces were taken and we had to park at the far end of the street (not a problem for those who don't have difficulties walking). However, these are minor comments; in all, I would absolutely stay here again if I returned to Mill Valley and would also recommend it to friends.

8.0 / 10.0

Beautiful cottage close to Mill Valley's library and park.

Beautiful cottage close to Mill Valley's library and park.

Lovely setting, private and in the trees. Walking access to downtown Mill Valley. Cottage well furnished and set up. We loved our stay here. Some of pur devices had some trouble connecting to Wi-Fi (owners

10.0 / 10.0

Best hosts and best house ever.

Best hosts and best house ever.

Katy and Dan couldn't have been better hosts to our family when we came to stay. The area is stunning, with wildlife and waterfalls, and the nearby town is a perfect place with great food and shops. The house is so clean and comfortable, quiet and yet still connected. We can't recommend this place highly enough!

10.0 / 10.0

Quiet and peaceful

Quiet and peaceful

My family really enjoyed staying here. The cottage is clean and offers everything you need. The hosts were very kind and the location is amazing and easily accessible if going to Muir beach, Muir Woods, Stinson beach, or San Francisco. Very impressed.

10.0 / 10.0

Cozy Cottage in quaint area.

Cozy Cottage in quaint area.

We loved our time here in Mill Valley. Dan and Katy made us feel very welcome. We had our 3 boys with us and all fit nicely. We will hopefully stay here again at some point!

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely and cozy

Lovely and cozy

Pretty and well appointed. We loved being able to hike right from the property. Close to Sausalito and Muir Beach

10.0 / 10.0

Quiet Mill Valley Cottage

Quiet Mill Valley Cottage

My family and I had a relaxing stay at this Mill Valley cottage. It was clean, comfortable, well appointed, an easy walk into town and a great location to explore areas north of Mill Valley. Dan and Katy were friendly and responded quickly to any inquiry. We would definitely stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Great stay

Great stay

Loved

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect place to stay!

Perfect place to stay!

We loved the beautiful guest home in Mill Valley and would stay again! It was lovely and quiet and offered a nice contrast to the business of San Francisco. It was just the right size for our family and we would happily stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Delightful cottage in lush setting

Delightful cottage in lush setting

The cottage nestled in a lush setting in Mill Valley proved to be the perfect accommodation for our family of three. The tastefully designed and decorated cottage was well equipped and we longed for absolutely nothing. The delightful owners, Katy and Dan, were accessible if needed. When not enjoying the cottage, we had fun exploring the charming town of Mill Valley and the great culinary spots. Additionally, by planning around rush hours, the location allowed for easy day trips to Sonoma and San Francisco. We’d book the Mill Valley Cottage again in a heartbeat!

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful cottage

Peaceful cottage

My family had a great time staying in this cottage. It is a fantastic location and the cottage was very clean and quiet.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely and comfortable cottage in perfect Mill Valley location

Lovely and comfortable cottage in perfect Mill Valley location

We visited my hometown of Mill Valley with our young son, and this cottage was a perfect place to stay for our little family. The location is fabulous right near charming downtown Mill Valley and amazing Old Mill Park, and we could take walks through the redwood trees to the Cascade waterfalls. You get a true sense of authentic Mill Valley in this neighborhood. The cottage was well-provisioned, homey, and comfortable. It is really nice to have our own little backyard space and patio for privacy. And if we opened the windows we could hear the stream in back! I would definitely stay here again next time we are back in Mill Valley.

10.0 / 10.0

Delightful, peaceful, beautifully-kept cottage

Delightful, peaceful, beautifully-kept cottage

Comfortable, welcoming, well-appointed cottage in a garden setting graced by a wonderful little stream. French doors open to the outdoors from many of the rooms. We’re grateful to Katy and Dan, our kind and considerate host, for a most enjoyable stay.

10.0 / 10.0

very sweet place

very sweet place

amenities very nice and clean...private...creek outside is very nice...would stay there again....thx Katy!

10.0 / 10.0

Charming cottage

Charming cottage

Charming cottage and ideal location. We truly enjoyed our weekend getaway.

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