Mill Valley Nature Cottage. Sunny. Serene. Romantic Getaway. Hikers/Bikers Dream

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Front Entrance, Double french doors. Side washer/dryer hut.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 227.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Mountain view

Explore the area

Mill Valley, CA

Sweetwater Music Hall
‪18 min walk‬
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
‪9 min drive‬
Muir Woods National Monument
‪13 min drive‬
Sausalito, CA (JMC-Commodore Center Heliport)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Pristine Mill Valley cottage located just 1 mile from downtown Mill Valley and in close proximity to Muir Woods, Sausalito, Tiburon, San Francisco and the Pacific Ocean. Hikers/bikers dream Romantic getaway. Sunny. Serene natural setting. Full kitchen. Multi-pure water filtration system. Queen Tempur-pedic mattress. Cozy robes. Private deck and charming entrance courtyard. Washer/Dryer. Parking. Fabulous mountain views. Close access to mountain trails. Can be paired with VRBO listing 888899 to accommodate 2 more people.

Please note: Our rental is available for extended stays with considerable discount.
Please note: Local short term tax will be added after booking.

We look forward to offering you a safe haven during a difficult time and want to reassure potential guests that your health and well-being is of utmost importance to us. Recent concerns about the spread of Covid 19 has inspired us to make necessary changes in our rental process to protect your health and ours.

*We respectfully require all guests be vaccinated for Covid 19
*All bedding, towels and rugs are professionally cleaned.
*All surfaces are sanitized including shampoos and soaps containers, doorknobs, light switches, etc.

(In the past we’ve prided ourselves in keeping our cleaning fee at a minimum but the increased time and cost required to improve your safety requires a temporary fee increase. Stays of over 1 week may require an additional cost.)

Property manager

Debra

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Outdoor space

Mountain view

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Children accepted on an individual basis.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

• No smoking of any kind in cottage, on decks or on property. Excessive alcohol and drug use prohibited. No weapons allowed.

• No perfume or scented products. Non-scented products are provided.

• No erratic behavior as determined by host.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this cottage is in the city centre and by the sea. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge. Ready for a night out? Consider The Regency Ballroom and Great American Music Hall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mill Valley, CA

What's nearby

Sweetwater Music Hall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Mount Tamalpais State Park - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

Richmond Transit Center - 24 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬3 min drive
‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬13 min drive
‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬4 min drive
‪Mamahuhu - ‬4 min drive
‪Sol Food - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mill Valley Nature Cottage. Sunny. Serene. Romantic Getaway. Hikers/Bikers Dream pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mill Valley Nature Cottage. Sunny. Serene. Romantic Getaway. Hikers/Bikers Dream?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mill Valley Nature Cottage. Sunny. Serene. Romantic Getaway. Hikers/Bikers Dream?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mill Valley Nature Cottage. Sunny. Serene. Romantic Getaway. Hikers/Bikers Dream located?

Located in the heart of Mill Valley, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sweetwater Music Hall and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Muir Woods National Monument. Mount Tamalpais State Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

18 April 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

7 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and very beautiful

The hosts were perfect. Accommodating for any needs or questions while giving the guest complete privacy.Debra and Willy have created a majestic beauty.It is a little windy going up and slightly remote but that is part of it's charm.Highly recommended.

Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

miranda V.

3 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

This place has the most beautiful views, comfortable and quiet. Hosts are amazing and very attentive! Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P.

20 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cottage

Amazing and very peaceful

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ginny S.

11 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

Great! Absolutely no smoking or fragrance of any kind whatsoever! The host was very friendly

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

29 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation, peacefulness and comfort found here!

My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this quiet and peaceful community. The cottage was super clean, well stocked and perfect for our stay in the area. Debra recommended hikes for us and they were perfect for what we wanted! Book your stay here, you will LOVE it.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter J.

13 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful discovery

A wonderful discovery. My wife and I, both retired, wanted to get away from Silicon Valley to relax and do some hiking. We selected the North San Francisco Bay area and came across Debra's Mill Valley Nature Cottage. This is a converted garage located right behind the home were Debra and her husband William live, but to say that does not do it justice. It is a lovely cottage with incredible views of Mt. Tam and outside sitting areas where you can see deer on a wooded hillside a hundred feet away. The best part of the stay was the hostess, Debra. There are many trails to hike nearby, and we were more than delighted to discover that Debra led hikes so she could direct us to trails based on what we told her we wanted. She also was able to direct us away from trails up on Mt. Tam during the daytime, where there were temperatures in the 90's! She took very good care of us and made us feel so very welcome. I should also mention that there is winding lane going up to the cottage. This is NOT challenging, you just go up it at 10-15 mph. There are no streetlights on it but your headlights are more than sufficient to make you feel safe at night. We felt very lucky to have discovered Debra's place, and will book more nights there.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth B.

11 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot - Terrifying road

Delightful cottage, beautifully decorated, lovely, very private side deck. Debra ( my host) could not be more helpful, wonderful banana bread and fresh fruit. If you are not going to be going out at night, it's a perfect get away. HOWEVER, the single lane, VERY steep, road to get there is manageable during the day but pretty scary at night, even the LYFT drivers were frightened.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

22 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

This property is absolutely amazing. Debra was the perfect host. She strikes the perfect balance between providing for maximum privacy, while still being available to answer questions and provide advice on dining, etc. We highly recommend the Mill Valley Nature Cottage!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt D.

21 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time

Property was perfect for us. We had a wonderful time. Would highly recommend staying there.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

28 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay in Every way!

I have never stayed anywhere like this with such incredible views! Sunbathing on the deck with a view of Mt. Tam was heavenly. The cottage is charming with hand crafted touches. Debra is truly the hostess with the mostest of all my VRBO stays. I enjoyed every bit of my stay and highly recommend it.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karsty G.

20 February 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiker/biker paradise is accurate!

Perfect spot for a working couple to get away for several days. It was just the right distance from town: the cottage is quite literally "above it all" but still just a 1 mile brisk walk to town where there is excellent live music at Sweetwater and the Depot. We had our bikes and Debra was kind enough to bring out a tarp to cover them when it rained. There is even a bike rack! Fast and reliable cable internet. Many other reviews have mentioned the fresh-baked banana bread but it's worth repeating. :^)

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda Shanti M.

31 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Our stay at Debra’s beautiful cottage was so lovely. Everything about the cottage was clearly made with love and care. The view was stunning and we had several hummingbird visits. Debra was very consciencious, clear, responsive, generous, attentive, and flexible with communication and all our needs. The only thing to be aware of is you definitely need a car to drive up the narrow roads to this cottage because it is high up in Mill Valley. Thank you so much for a beautiful experience. May many people enjoy this gem.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

8 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above and beyond

I am over the moon about my stay at this very special property and my wonderful hosts! This cottage, in this stunning and serene location is remarkable, beautiful, comfortable, clean, quiet, and very very hard to leave. In fact thanks to my flexible and generous hosts I was able to extend my stay a little longer than planned. The property and grounds are surrounded by nature, trees, birds, mountains, and sky, and the cottage has everything I could have possibly needed for my 9 day stay. Including a filtered water system, plenty of lovely linens/towels, everything I needed for cooking my meals, and so much sunlight and serenity. And I could walk so much! One of my favorite things to do! Either into town, or into the hills, the woods, anything. And I must note - since I am EXTREMELY particular about sleep/rest comfort - the bed is next level comfortable! Thank you to Debra and William, who I loved getting to know, were so friendly, warm, and engaging, and also gave me all the privacy I could have needed. This trip at this special place fed my soul in every way. I plan to return as soon as possible!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly N.

20 January 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Mountain Cottage!

This cottage is beautifully designed and furnished, fully equipped with everything you could need for a short or long term stay, and in a stunning location. The back deck is a real treat. Debra is a wonderful host and my entire stay could not have been nicer.

Stayed 65 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Storn W.

12 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, private, lovely

Wonderful views, secluded location, lovely hosts. A very nice private nook.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

The air is delicious, the mountain is glorious, and the space is impeccable. I especially loved hanging out with the bucks and butterflies and hearing about Debra’s work on the mountain. Debra and Willy are mostly home and available/eager to lend a hand and keep the space free of dead leaves, the deck plants fed and watered, and the parking lot organized. This property is especially geared for very tidy, hardy, classy, adventurous travelers who enjoy talking with fascinating and wise people and keeping the non-toxic (eg. delicate, unfinished concrete countertops) and luxurious (eg. heat-sensitive Tempurpedic bed) features in good working order. The baseboard heaters do not self-regulate, but the place is pretty well insulated, and Debra kindly offered to buy a small space heater with a thermostat. I kept renewing my time there and was sad to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

3 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rejuvenating Retreat with Beautiful Scenery!

My daughter and I immensely enjoyed our stay at Debra's cottage! It was the perfect, relaxing retreat to spend time together and recharge amid visiting family in SF and Marin county. The cottage was very bright, clean, and welcoming. We loved taking in the fresh air and breeze through the screen door and many windows. We slept so peacefully in the super comfortable bed and cozy bedding. We enjoyed breakfasts on the private deck, and down time in the cottage and its beautiful outdoor spaces. The views, flowers, and nature were stunning and charming! In addition to the wonderful amenities, Debra is an amazing host and went above and beyond to ensure we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, responding to our needs quickly and with great care. We are so thankful we chose this rental, and sincerely hope to return one day!

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

15 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we could have stayed another week!

The cottage was exactly what we needed. While it seemed small at first, it really had everything and was very comfortable. The grounds were lovely. In the mornings we watched hummingbirds feeding. Sitting on the back deck in the evenings with a glass of wine became our ritual. Debra was great at knowing the area and what we might like--she thought of everything.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Minnetonka, MN

23 February 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mill Valley Cozy Hideaway

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage! Debra was the most lovely host, great communicator, available if we needed her and left yummy snacks for us, including freshly made banana bread. A very well appointed wee kitchen, with everything you need to make a yummy meal. I really appreciated the Brita water pitcher (I drink a lot of water) and the great coffee. Comfy bed and linens, incredible views. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

L G H., Delray Beach, FL USA

30 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Quiet respite in natural setting

Our stay was a much needed respite from the hubbub and isolation during the pandemic. It was 2 years since I saw my daughter. The owner was friendly, helpful and generally delightful.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Somraj P., Truckee, California

17 March 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage, Great Location

We loved our time in Mill Valley and Debra and Will made it oh so special.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sidney C.

30 January 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Touch of Paradise

Thanks for a beautiful 4 week dream vacation in a perfect nature cottage with complete comfort and convenience and a feeling of family afforded by our hosts. We would wholeheartedly recommend this cottage.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

1 January 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage and Excellent Host

The cottage was just as expected - with a lot of well crafted finishing touches. It was a perfect place to unwind. Debra was an excellent host, and we felt right at home. I had a lovely visit.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shasta W., -

28 November 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage with view of My. Tam

We loved this place. It had a full kitchen comfy bed and was close to hiking trails.and roads to MT. Tam and Bolinas! Debra was welcoming and available to help when we had questions or needed anything.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Debra

I'm a mother, hiker, oral historian and owner of Tam Hiking Tours, a guided hiking service located in Mill Valley. 4th generation Californian. Happy to suggest fun things to do, places to eat and outdoor adventures.

Why they chose this property

This property is centrally located with close access to culture and good food yet its proximity to nature allows a respite from the hectic city vibe.

What makes this property unique

Great location. Deer, birds, fresh air and views. Quiet. Internet. Parking.

Languages:

English

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