Mill Valley Tree House

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer
Fireplace
Parking available
Outdoor space

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Mill Valley, CA

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

My house is located on a hillside close to the village of Mill Valley. There is a gorgeous master bedroom suite, with jacuzzi bath, a second bedroom with a queen bed and a daybed the living room. The house has a chef’s kitchen, elegant dining area, and a living room with cathedral ceilings and floor to ceiling windows .
The deck has lovely views of the valley. It is a perfect place to have your morning coffee.
It is an easy 8 minute walk to the village where you will find interesting shops, and lots of eclectic restaurants. Hiking trails are nearby and it is possible to walk from the house to the trails on Mount Tam.
It is 30 minutes drive into downtown San Francisco, Berkeley, and Stinson Beach. Muir Woods is ten minutes away unless you decide to hike in! The wine country is a 45 minute drive.
This is my house and I live here when not renting to guests.
If you are looking for a hotel experience, this is not it. I have a downstairs studio on the property with a separate entrance where I sometimes stay. I love to get to know my guests but respect their privacy.
There are many stairs up to the house so if you have trouble with stairs, this might not be a good place for you.
I share my house with my standard poodle,Gigi. She loves to get to know my guests and poodles are hypoallergenic!
Children are welcome.
I am a professional chef and the kitchen is equipped with state of the art appliances, and lots of cooking essentials. .The kitchen is well stocked and guests are welcome to cook and use whatever foods are in the cupboard. I always provide my guests with food and drinks for breakfast. I even cater a dinner for my guests once in a while.

Minimum 3 nights stay ok

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Lots of stairs and a deck

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Mill Valley

Located in Mill Valley, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for San Francisco Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. 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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Golden Gate National Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Muir Woods National Monument - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
Golden Gate Bridge - 18 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

Richmond Transit Center - 23 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬6 min walk
‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬19 min walk
‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬13 min walk
‪Mixt - ‬4 min drive
‪Mamahuhu - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mill Valley Tree House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mill Valley Tree House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mill Valley Tree House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mill Valley Tree House located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Sweetwater Music Hall and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Muir Woods National Monument. Mount Tamalpais State Park and Golden Gate National Recreation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

20 October 2024

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

Wonderful Location

Great place to stay with a gracious guest!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton B.

3 July 2018

Lovely home. Charming host. Highly reccmmended!

Very comfortable redoubt in the trees. Loved sitting on the deck and gazing out over the view.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karla N.

5 December 2024

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

Beautiful House in the Redwoods

We loved our stay here. Gorgeous house with everything you need including great art, great . books, great kitchen, comfortable beds, lots of extra pillows and blankets, and especially great views. This is someone’s home, not just a shell of a dwelling with sparse furniture. It felt like home for five days. We absolutely loved it!! The one con is the driveway. Although I didn’t take any stars away because of it, it is very steep and there is little space for the car to rest. Our group consisted of 4 seniors so this part was a little challenging. We did use street parking occasionally, and there are steps to the house from the road.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sophia G.

15 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice!

Loved our stay! View was amazing. We would definitely come back. Host was extremely helpful and very kind.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Z., Arlington, VA

14 January 2023

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

Beautiful Mill Valley Home!

We had the best stay at this beautiful, old home in the redwoods. Gorgeous views from the spacious living room, and the bedrooms were clean and comfortable. Five stars!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

2 August 2023

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

Lovely hillside home

We loved this beautiful home, it made us feel like we were living back in Marin. Spacious, welcoming, beautiful views from the living room. Well-appointed kitchen. Overall, 5 stars, thanks so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

26 May 2022

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

Ideal Respite

We had a wonderful time staying at the Tree House. The location makes it easy to take day trips in any direction, however we found ourselves so comfortable that we didn't have the inclination to venture very far! This would be a great spot for families or two couples as long as everyone can negotiate the stairs. We enjoyed every minute ~

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A., Plainview, New York

30 June 2023

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

Amazing

Joan is a fantastic host. You could not want anything better. So many special touches. Absolutely incredible!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

3 September 2022

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

Great experience

Fabulous host! Unique, once in a lifetime experience living in a beautiful house high up among the redwood trees.

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric Z.

10 April 2023

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

Beautiful spot in Mill Valley

The host was super gracious and accommodating. She offered helpful recommendations and made us feel very welcome. The property was perfectly located - so close to so much, just a perfect walk from downtown Mill Valley for dinner, and a short drive to San Francisco, and an even shorter drive to Muir Woods. And the area was beautiful - sunrises with coffee were spectacular!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandar V.

18 March 2023

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

Redwood beauty

Joan was a great host. Her house is beautiful and surrounded by beautiful redwoods. The property is as seen on the pictures, very charming with beautiful views. It was perfect for our vacation. Would highly recommend it. Thank you Joan for being a great host.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

5 June 2022

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

Beautiful home

This is a beautiful home with art objects all around. It was much more like being in the home of someone you know, because it’s someone’s home rather than a full time rental. The owner was on site which was nice, though we didn’t need anything. Walking to town was very easy. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 July 2024

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

It's everything it says it is and more!

I booked this property because it looked just beautiful in the pictures. But I have to say, it's more spectacular in person! It felt as though I was staying in a friend's home rather than a rental property. The house is beautifully decorated and there are redwood trees off the deck. (We enjoyed many bottles of wine on that deck enjoying the view :-). The location of Mill Valley was the perfect spot (close to San Francisco, Muir Woods, Pacific Coast Highway, etc.). The host was absolutely charming. She made us feel welcomed and gave us some tips for getting around. We enjoyed meeting her so much, we had dinner with her one night! This property and host delivers on what it advertises. You won't be disappointed.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gus L.

5 April 2022

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

Treehouse on Ethyl Avenue

This is a lovely house in a lovely location. A few aspects could be improved. The many steps from the street need better lighting. It would be nice to have the TV located in the living room rather than the bedroom and to have a TV that gets Netflicks and Amazon Prime.

Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

19 June 2024

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

Unique tree house experience in a beautiful neighborhood

Joan is a terrific host, and she has a beautiful home. The view from the kitchen is spectacular, with a small redwood grove in the front yard and greater Mill Valley in the distance. The house is beautifully decorated throughout and very well-equipped. This was a great home base for us as we took on the famous Dipsea trail race. One thing to note is that the driveway is extremely steep. We could not get our rental mini-van up there. There is ample street parking, but the road is very narrow. It all worked out fine for us, but it took a bit of getting accustomed to. At the end of the day, it was all part of the unique Mill Valley experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

craig m.

13 October 2017

Fantastic home in the trees!

We loved our stay at Joan's home in the trees! Joan is lovely and beyond accommodating. And her home is amazing! The views are breathtaking - rarely do I see sunrise through the trees coming up over the hills while getting breakfast/coffee ready in the morning. And while other reviewers called out the number of steps (50ish?), my 3 & 5 year old had no problem navigating. Also, if you have a car, getting up the driveway requires a running start! Adds a little adventure to the visit ;-) We look forward to staying at Joan's our next visit to Mill Valley!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

10 August 2022

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

Could Not Be Better!

This place is every bit as beautiful in real life as it is in the photos, and even better. The entire neighborhood is enchanting, but Joan's property in particular has a stunning view and lovely sunrises with open space, the forest, and mountains in the background. The bed was comfortable and she left ample supplies for breakfast as well as a bottle of wine. Her eclectic art, lovely abundant indoor plants and her comfortable furnishings made us feel relaxed and content. The lovely town Of Mill Valley (full of friendly people and great restaurants ) the Muir Woods and beach are all just a few minutes away. She is warm and lively and communicated well. Her lovely poodle was just as nice as Joan and is clearly comfortable with new people. We miss her! We cannot wait to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen F., Lakewood, Colorado

5 January 2023

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

Lovely home, lovely location

We loved our stay at this home in the trees in Mill Valley. The interior is lavishly decorated with travel mementos from around the world, and there are numerous plants both inside and out. We were unable to enjoy the deck due to heavy rainfall, but the sunroom was a lovely, cozy space to spend our downtime. Joan was an extremely helpful and gracious host. As others have noted, this is a VERY steep property and the stairs (50 total from street to door) can be slippery when wet. It was not an issue for us, but be aware if you have mobility issues. Also be aware that the single-lane road can be quite a squeeze when negotiating oncoming traffic. That being said, it's an easy walk into town through the narrow, winding streets. I definitely recommend staying at this hidden gem.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., El Paso, TX

3 July 2018

Magical Tree House

This charming home is magical and walking distance from the cute little village of Mill Valley. It’s as if the house sits at the top of giant, ancient Redwood trees. Even with my arms stretched out I would not be able to reach a fraction of the way around their trunks. The wooden porch, which stretches the length of the house, is the ideal place to sit, relax and gaze out at the striking view of the Mill Valley mountains. Ceiling to floor glass in the great room allows the natural light to flow, and perfectly illuminates the gorgeous décor. The bedroom is comfortable and well appointed, as is the cute kitchen. There is a quiet sacredness about this house that allowed me to transcend everyday concerns. This Zen feeling not only emanates from the house but from Joan herself. I felt as if I was visiting a mystical friend, and my only regret is that I didn’t have a cup of tea with her on her magnificent deck. Next time.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

15 October 2022

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

Writing retreat

This treehouse was the perfect place for our group to converge for a couple of days of writing and hiking. The house is a short walk to town, and close to Muir Woods and Muir Beach. The kitchen was well stocked. The living room was comfortable with a bank of windows looking out at the tree. Just lovely.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Chris R.

7 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We enjoyed our time here and would definitely come back. Great proximity to town and very peaceful setting.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

23 January 2022

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

Quiet nature hideaway

This house is incredible. It's close to a myriad of trails and parks, making outdoor adventures easy. And the amenities -- kitchen and dining room especially -- made it easy to relax and unwind after a long day of hiking. The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, too. Not a single fault, except perhaps for the steep driveway!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik B.

18 October 2021

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

We had a great time

Excellent location, amazing views, super close to town and great communication

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca R.

23 April 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great walking location to town, beautiful views - it was lovely

It was great

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

James H., Hammond

23 October 2019

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

A beautiful home nestled among the redwoods

We highly recommend this rental for anyone who wishes to be perfectly situated to visit San Francisco, the wine country, and northern redwood forests. Mill Valley is a scenic town with great restaurants. This comfortable and spacious property offers a panoramic view.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Your host

I am a professional chef and have live in Mill Valley for over 40 years. It is a fabulous place to live or visit. I have had a catering business for over 30 years and am happy to cater dinners or parties for my guests.

I have traveled all over the world and the house is filled
with my folk art collections and paintingsI I have collected. I recently returned from a trek in Bhutan and safari in South Africa.
The house is very special to me . I raised my children here and often have grandchildren visiting.

Why they chose this property

Any visitor will be intrigued with Mill Valley. It is a wonderfully vibrant town and the visitor will find so much to do. Or just relax in my living room overlooking the valley.
Location, location, location. You will have it here. I have my own mini Muir Woods with a small grove of Redwood trees

What makes this property unique

I have a small studio downstairs which I sometimes rent out. It has space for one adult or two children.
The house is up a steep driveway and there are lots of steps . So the house is not appropriate for people who have trouble climbing
Stairs

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living room

2 bathrooms

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Bathroom 2

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