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Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House

Vacation home on the beach, with hot tub

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Interior
On the beach
Dishwasher, dining tables
Experience the ocean's presence at this architecturally significant beachfront home designed by John Marsh Davis. Enjoy unparalleled views from the open concept living/dining space, compact kitchen, and private inner courtyard with a hot tub overlooking the ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House

This architecturally significant home designed by John Marsh Davis is located right on the beach. The home features a large open concept living/dining space with a custom dining table that has unparalleled ocean views. The compact kitchen is surrounded by glass windows that extend along the entire front of the house, making for views from every angle. The large wood burning fireplace is centered in the living room making a cozy place to curl up and watch the surf after a long day on the beach. On the ground floor is the only private bedroom. The second floor loft “bedrooms” are built-in berths that make one feel as if they were on a boat, each nook featuring stunning beach and ocean views. Each of the sleeping areas can be made private by lowering the custom sail-cloth blinds. There is also a third floor loft with two twin beds. This truly exceptional home boasts a large private inner courtyard, wrap around ocean front decks, and a hot tub overlooking the ocean. NOTES: Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Due to a delicate septic system, the property is not suited to large gatherings. A maximum of 10 overnight renters is allowed, and no more than a total of 15 people (renters and guests) for day use. This home comes with an extra level of commitment from the guest; to treat the home with the respect they would show their own property. Gas Grill. Bed Configuration: 1 King Bed, 4 Full Beds, 2 Twin Beds

NOTE:
All online bookings are subject to owner approval.
Minimum booking is 7 days unless surrounding bookings create a smaller span.
If you are having trouble booking on line or have any questions, please call us.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

"whale House" Located Right Beach House Stinson Beach
"whale House" Located Right Beach House
"whale House" Located Right Beach Stinson Beach
"whale House" Located Right Beach
"whale House" Located Right H
The "whale House" Located Right on the Beach
Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House Stinson Beach
1298-98016

About the neighborhood

Map
CA, Stinson Beach

What's nearby

  • Upton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Stinson Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stinson Beach Books - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Red Rock Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 39 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mamahuhu - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Piazza D'Angelo - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Stinson Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Upton Beach, Stinson Beach, and Stinson Beach Books. Mount Tamalpais State Park and Bolinas Lagoon Preserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Classic Oceanfront Stinson - The Whale House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Beautiful house and perfect location

Spectacular location. Great hot tub. Spectacular property. Oddball "bedroom" and bathroom configuration.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric m., Bay Area

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

Perfect House in a Perfect Spot

Architecturally significant house on a perfect stretch of beach. Absolutely ideal set up for entertaining a large family. Everything was perfect. Enough space, perfect views. Only steps from the water. 5 minute walk to the town. Rent this place if you can.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Heaven on the Shore

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I treated my family to the Whale House for 2 weeks and it was lovely. Not only is the location perfect but the house is unique and so comfortable. The last evening the weather changed and we were able to enjoy the huge fireplace.
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10/10 Excellent

Iris K.

A magical place, exceeding all expectations

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I first walked past the Whale House about 25 years ago and on subsequent visits to Stinson Beach always looked at it with envy. As this was a special birthday I took the plunge and booked it for a week with myself and friends coming over from the UK.I had seen photos and also went inside a few months earlier, so I thought I knew what to expect. What we actually experienced was even better than imagined. Every tiny detail is catered for and everything worked perfectly. The new kitchen is fabulous and no-one minded washing up with that view! The appliances are all high end, as is the bedding, the towels etc. From the moment I shared my ambitious plan, 3 years ago, with the fabulous team at Highway One Properties I was extremely well supported and this made everything so much easier. Despite being on the other side of the planet they addressed all my questions promptly, professionally and thoughtfully. They made a wonderful experience even better.
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10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

33 Calle del Sierra Delights Again!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is like coming home to us. Certainly a "Same time next year" stay for us. After 6+ stays with family and friends, we continue. to enjoy the beauty of the beach and the unique design of the home.
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8/10 Good

YAMI A.

Great Place to Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at the Whale House, the property is well supplied with fine and soft linens and bath towels. Kitchen tools, pots, pans, cutting knives and cookware were not to the same standards; propane tank for BBQ unit was low and fire pit propane tank leaked gas so we could not use it. The house is amazing and overall we had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

This is a DREAM BEACH HOUSE!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had always admired the house from the beach but to step inside is a whole different story. It's so much more than you can imagine. It was absolutely fabulous!

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Coolest house!

This was one of the coolest homes we've ever rented. Perfect location aside, the unusual architecture of this house was appreciated by all. There is only one real "bedroom", the rest are beds on a mezzanine open to the great room. The Jack&Jill bathroom was ingenious. Even Grandma and Grandpa enjoyed the set up!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elissa J.

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

Spectacular views

We loved our stay in this unique and incredible house. We spent much time outside in the super comfy deck chairs staring at the ocean or enjoying all the action on the beach. The house has a wonderful, warm vibe with all the wood and many windows with views of the ocean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Amazing stay at Stinson right on the beach!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely LOVED staying at this property! It was even better than we imagined from the description. We loved being right on the beach and hearing the waves all day and night. The beds were super comfy. Also, Highway One is so responsive and helpful and I now only want to rent from them ❤️
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10/10 Excellent

d e.

Whale House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Funky Fab

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Beautiful home, perfect location

We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan S., Berkeley

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

Great experience!

Beautiful house - worked well for our family
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Heavenly

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The whale house is magic. The setting right on the beach with Ocean surrounding you.
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8/10 Good

Tana W.

Ward Family August Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and uniqueness of the house was great. The neighbors complaining to the office was very frustrating, when we held to the agreement of 15 day visitors at one given time. We had friends using our parking, but many stayed on the beach. The local neighborhood is not friendly and makes it frustrating to renters paying a very large sum for one month. All the cleaners, Hot tub attendants were incredible. We love this house and would love to stay again next summer or before.
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10/10 Excellent

Molly K.

Beautiful beach front stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a very relaxing and wonderful stay at this beautiful house. Walking distance to town and right on the beach. Who could ask for anything more?
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Molly K.

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

Beautiful!

Right on the beach with all the amenities you need to have a relaxing trip to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

John B.

Whale House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and obviously a unique design. Hot tub was a major attraction but was broken when we were there. The exterior had not been cleaned Fire pit devise was broken. The control dial was not connected. The BBQ was not cleaned and filled the house with smoke when turned on the first time. Many lights were out. Kitchen was well stocked but very small. Unique, funky property that despite the above mentioned item, was a fun place to stay and maybe the best location and access to the beach. Highway One people were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

molly m.

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

Beautiful Stinson Beach home

The house is literally on the beach with incredible access to everything one could want in the area. The house itself is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

My Boss had a great time!

I booked this for my Boss to enjoy with some friends and they had a great time. It was exactly the getaway they were looking for! Thank you for opening up your beautiful home to them! They will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
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8/10 Good

Krista H.

Fabulous Home on the Beach with Stinson Charm

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I gathered with a group of childhood friends for a weekend of beach walks, sitting around the fire on the deck, eating good food and sharing stories. This home was the perfect place to reconnect and soak in the magic of our childhood coast. The hot tub's location is second to none and the long dining table fit us all with plenty of room to spread out. Waking up in the loft bed and gazing out at the light at sunrise over the Pacific was a highlight.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe G., Oakland, CA

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

Perfect Girls Getaway

Love this house! Been admiring it for so long and finally stayed here. By far the best location and house for our annual girls trip. It was perfect in so many ways… the open floor plan, sleeping lofts, outside deck with fire pit, hot tub. Most of the beds are on a 2nd floor loft. You will need to climb to get into the beds but once you’re in there, it is super comfy and the view of the beach is so lovely. The 3rd floor upper loft requires a climb up a latter. The house is unusual and absolutely wonderful. Everyone loved their stay and we are already figuring out how we can stay longer next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Lila S.

Great Beach Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this house that is perfectly beachfront with a wonderfully long narrow dining table that seats a large group. It worked exceptionally well for our group of eight and we will definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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8/10 Good

Laura S.

Great stay at the beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and very fun if quirky house. Loved the big windows, main living area and huge fireplace. If only they could remodel the galley kitchen! We will be back.