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Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Flat-screen TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 374 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kentfield, CA
  • Kentfield Hospital
    12 min walk
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal
    6 min drive
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    7 min drive
  • Sausalito, CA (JMC-Commodore Center Heliport)
    13 min drive

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About the area

Greenbrae

At this apartment you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Kentfield Hospital and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from San Francisco Theological Seminary. .Apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly apartment building offers a garden and barbecues.

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 7 min drive
  • Dominican University of California - 9 min drive
  • Marin County Civic Center - 11 min drive
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 11 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 23 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖJack in the Box - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖMuffin Mania Cafe - ā€¬6 min drive
  • ā€ŖPond Farm Brewing Company - ā€¬6 min drive
  • ā€ŖDepot Garden Cafe - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖGuesthouse - ā€¬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands

What a special place this is! Sit on the patio, sip tea and look out over a hillside of peaceful woodlands. Wake up to the call
of our resident redtail hawk, and go to sleep to the sound of our local owls. See the occasional deer walking the paths below you. Walk through blooming gardens filled with hummingbirds and butterflies to get to and from your car. Have a picnic on the front lawn. What a perfect retreat.

The Garden Apartment is on the ground floor of our family home, a Victorian dating back to 1903. The house sits on a beautifully landscaped 2-acre gated family compound with two other cottages and a central lawn which everyone is welcome to use. It's a truly unique property. And the location is just incredible. We are in Kentfield, one of a string of small towns (we call it a "string of pearls") in upscale Central Marin, an area world-known for its yearlong mild weather, hiking and nature, great restaurants and proximity to both San Francisco and wine country. This is a great launching spot to explore the SF Bay Area.

The apartment itself is lovely, comfortable, and quite large at 800 sf plus patio. It is a terrific value considering the grounds and the location. It has been recently renovated, and has a fresh new feel. The entry steps are entirely rebuilt, with great lighting and handrails. There is an in-unit washer/ dryer, a 50' HD flatscreen TV, a beautiful new dining set, and head-to-toe redesign including new light fixtures, window treatments, bed linens, throw pillows and more. It all feels very fresh and stylish. The one thing that hasnā€™t been redone is the original kitchen, whoā€™s retro vibe we love. It retains itsā€™ funky handmade oak cabinets, blue tile counters and spanish tile floors. (I swear I grew up in that kitchen!) The apartment comfortably sleeps 3, with an enclosed bedroom and a twin bed/ daybed in a nook off the living room. Both of the beds are exceptionally high quality and comfortable, as are the linens and pillows; We take our sleep quality seriously here! The main bedroom features a premium latex bed and the twin bed nook a new Puffy memory foam mattress. The unit comes with a small patio, a private entrance and one parking space. It is quiet, serene, and ridiculously safe, with woodland views from every window. THINGS TO NOTE: This is a ground floor unit in a family home, so guests should expect there to be some upstairs noise. Most of the year it is just my husband and I, so things are pretty quiet, but when our adult kids are home for the holidays etc. noise levels can go up. Most of our guests are entirely fine with the noise level, but very noise-sensitive folks might not find this unit comfortable.

PET POLICY:
We love the doggos and welcome them to this pet-friendly property! But, there have to be rules:

1 well-behaved dog 50 lb or less allowed in the unit. No dogs younger than 1 year. $50 nonrefundable pet fee/ pet. Please abide by the following:

- Clean up after your dog scrupulously
- Only well-behaved dogs allowed. No chewing, excessive barking, etc.
- Please donā€™t leave your dog alone in the unit for a long time.
- Make sure dogs are current on flea and tick treatment.
- IMPORTANT: Wash and dry dogs paws at the provided ā€œDog paw washing stationā€ near the lawn if they are muddy or dirty, before entering the unit. Towels are in the grey box.
- Use provided couch and bed covers
- PLEASE report any damage to us immediately, especially ā€œaccidentsā€, so that we can treat immediately before they set in
- Have fun playing with Rosie our sweet resident Bernadoodle! Sheā€™s entirely friendly.

PARKING:
The Garden Apartment comes with one parking spot. Nearby street parking is very limited: 45 minutes until 10pm weekdays. So please bring just one car. No other cars allowed on the property, even for a short period. Youā€™ll be taking someone elseā€™s assigned spot or blocking access.

Property manager

Jennifer Israel

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking, inside or out, of any substances.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Large Peaceful 1-bd Garden Apt Gorgeous Central Marin 30 Min SF

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands?

The closest beach to Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands is Stinson Beach (10.9 km).

Does Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands?

No, Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

Lovely, Large1Br Apt. in Sunny Central Marin! On 2 acres of gardens & woodlands Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 65 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim S., Northern California

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet comfort
A beautiful natural setting in the midst of a suburban city.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful paradise on top of hill surrounding by Laurel Bay Trees
Very nice properties including adjoining cottage and nearby full size home that is available. We would highly recommend this location to anyone visiting Marin, particularly in the Kentfield/Ross neighborhood. We look forward to another future visit to my old stomping grounds in Fabolous Marin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G., Wiarton, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This was a great location for us to visit the surrounding area. The closeness to the Larkspur ferry terminal was an added bonus to get to downtown San Fran. Easy access to cross the GG bridge. Felt very safe and didnā€™t even lock the door when we went out for the day. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and convenient location
I was attending a conference nearby and this was a nice, relaxing place to stay. Enjoyed having coffee looking out into the trees
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden gem
Apartment was lovely! Property is very dog friendly and very clean. Our hosts were awesome! Their adorable pup Rosie was an added bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place.
Ot was everything I needed. The lication is easy to get to anywhere. I felt safe and cozy. I was surprised by all the wildlife that was in the area. Roger the lizard, birds deer, the local squi r ell. And of course Rosie the dog was such a sweetheart. Thank you for making my stay even better. Home away from home. Th
Stayed 33 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Well Maintained Property
Great well maintained property with a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment and location
The apartment was perfect for the two of us, clean, well equipped, good WiFi and lovely surroundings. Jenny and her family were very welcoming, and responded very quickly to any queries. Rosie their gorgeous dog is delightful and her cuddles were an added bonus for me! The location is ideal for exploring both the Marin headland, San Francisco and all it has to offer. We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
118 A Stetson
We enjoyed our stay. The VRBO was clean and cozy and beautifully decorated. We are looking forward to coming back to this lovely place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M., Fort Myers, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy with a great location...perfect for couples! Would stay here again!
Unit was PERFECT for my husband & I; we would stay again. Description almost 100% accurate, has a NEW full size stacked washer/dryer IN the unit, when we booked, it was noted as a shared washer & dryer. After staying 2 days in San Fran/Union Square at a hotel, this location was ideal for us as we did day trips to Muir Woods & Point Reyes National and scenic drives on the PCH; we also hiked Samuel P Taylor Park, just 20 min away. Overall well appointed, comfortable bed, quality bed/bath linens. Kitchen has basics for cooking, including tupperware; Keurig 1 cup coffee as well as shampoo/conditioner/body wash were provided, which was a welcome touch as was the full size hair dryer & clothes iron. Wifi worked great; Samsung Smart TV & Roku stick provided access to all of our streaming needs & local channels for weather updates. AT&T cell service was not working in the unit so I switched to WIFI calling with no issues; husbands Verizon service worked ok. This area of CA is hilly, didn't realize how much being from FL. Steep hill to drive to unit; as described, the stairs to the unit have been redone including lights & handrail, while bit of a descent, very doable for anyone that does not have mobility limitations. This is a basement unit, but does not feel like it, lots of windows/natural light. Heard upstairs noise few times between 7-9pm but was not an issue; saw resident dog 1x; saw 1 other person 2xs, who was staying at one of the other onsite units.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location!
We loved our stay in Marin! Beautiful hikes and near Muir Woods. The place was tucked away in quiet wooded neighborhood. Just perfect. San Francisco was just a.ahoet drive over the bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot.
The property was exactly as advertised and perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin Jeanne

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely, private apartment surrounded by tall trees- The quiet balcony looking out at the wooded area and the mountain- A tranquil oasis-
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

June A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
The property was wonderful and as described. The yard and surroundings are beautiful. The unit was clean, quiet and amenities just right. Very secure area with quick access to 101 and quaint nearby towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miri N., West Hollywood, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet place to stay
Nice space. Clean modern bathroom. Decent bed. Beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 24 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Rosemary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
Jenny is very nice and a responsive host. Property was a bit of a challenge for us getting luggage in/out because of distance from parking. This was fully disclosed by Jenny in online description, but we didn't take luggage into consideration. Younger folks would probably not mind! The bed is very comfortable and the kitchen is very usable. We had a long stay so that was important. There is a walk in closet, plenty of storage. The bathroom is nice, good shower including handheld. The couch in living area is not very comfortable but we didn't spend a lot of time sitting around the apartment since we were helping out with new grandchild. The area is good but not really walkable from the apartment, for us anyway....but that is true in most places in Marin. There are good restaurants nearby and easy commute on the 101 to our daughter's home in Mill Valley, shopping restaurants etc. One improvement would be an additional mirror, other than the one in the bathroom.
Stayed 32 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., Concord MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and cozy house
Perfect for coupled with one child or adult Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kentfield House
Very secure and private property. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonder -ful
All that I wanted and more Excellent locationā€¦. Great little house All was perfect
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Roomy, clean, lots of amenities. Washer-dryer a plus. Cable and TV too. Would suggest a storage bin foot outdoor cushions; we couldn't use because they were wet from the mist. Shades in bedroom needs fixing (mechanism to turn blades is broken). Someone walked quite loudly upstairs (seemed like stumping almost) until about 11:00 PM a couple of nights; could try be quieter, that late especially.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt S., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described
Lovely rental close to town. Beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene and convenient
We had a great stay at this small garden apartment. It felt secluded and quiet, even though it was below the main house. The setting and landscaping is very beautiful and it was close by 101, so it was easy to get into the city and beyond. The apartment itself was comfortable and clean. The living room/kitchen/dining area was very spacious, although the bedroom was pretty cramped. I would say the parking situation was difficult to navigate when "checking in" at night--we originally parked in the wrong area, had to go back out to move the car, and it took us about ten minutes to actually find the entrance. This may not be a problem if you are checking in during daylight, however. Read the check-in instructions carefully!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A family visit
The apartment was very tidy and clean. The ONLY caution is that there are a lot of stairs down to the apartment and one must be able to carry their luggage. Other than that, it was quiet and even came with a few deer sightings. Very special.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
It was great. Very roomy and well set up and exceptionally clean. Just a bit of a challenge getting the car in and out the gate, but I got better at it
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kentfield VRBO
The owner was unable to provide us with one basic necessity - washcloths (we had none). After several messages back and forth she dropped off hand towels which we didn't need. I had to borrow a few from my friend's rental. Also we would really would have appreciated coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021