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Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach!

Family-friendly vacation home in Stinson Beach with a hot tub

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Located in Stinson Beach Village, this beach bungalow offers a tranquil retreat with Mt. Tam views and steps to the beach. Unwind in the private backyard with a hot tub, BBQ area, and comfy seating or cozy up by one of two gas fireplaces.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach!

For a relaxing, low-key beach get-away with family and friends, this is the perfect place! This beach house is clean, comfortable and cozy - set up for relaxing with every possible amenity including a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor decked area with BBQ and comfy seating as well as down comforters on each bed and a clean, private hot tub in the fenced yard.
This beach house is a place you can get away to relax, recharge, make great memories with your family and friends...
IMPORTANT NOTE :
THIS PROPERTY DOES NOT ALLOW PARTIES OR LOUD GATHERINGS IN THE BACKYARD. Several neighbors are permanent residents and would be adversely impacted by excess noise from this property. Unfortunately, this beach house is not the right choice if your group is planning a gathering beyond the stated guest limit of 6. We value a positive relationship with our permanent neighbors -large or noisy gatherings just won’t work, however this is the PERFECT place for an affordable, LOW-KEY, relaxing beach get-away.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Located in Stinson Beach Village just steps to the beach. House has Mt. Tam views. Perfect for one/two small families or two couples, this beach bungalow is adorable. Private, sunny, enclosed backyard with BBQ, comfy seating and hot tub. Pets are negotiable.

AMENITIES: Patio, Deck, Hot Tub, 2 Gas Fireplaces, Gas BBQ, Weber Charcoal BBQ, Barbeque Tools, 5-Burner Gas Range, Single Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Coffee Maker, Coffee Grinder, Toaster, Blender, Food Processor, Ice Maker, 3 TVs (Cable), 3 DVD Players, Bluetooth music player, Wireless High Speed Internet and Modem, Hand Mixer, parking for 1 car, but ample street parking nearby.

OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT: Outside hot/cold Shower, Dining Table, Outdoor Sofa and Chairs, Umbrellas, Lounge Chairs, Hot Tub.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Off property only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Be sure heater and fireplaces are OFF.
Be sure outdoor umbrellas and hot tub cover are CLOSED.
Be sure BBQ cover is on and secured.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Along with your request, please let us know what brings you to the area.. and how many are in your group. Thanks!
No excessive noise or large gatherings beyond the stated guest limit WITHOUT CONSENT OF OWNER IN WRITING.
PERFECT property choice for a LOW-KEY beach get-away for one family or several couples.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets allowed. $25/per pet per night.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Sunny, fully fenced backyard.

Events

No events allowed
May result in eviction or loss of deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Off property only.

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
Note from host: May result in eviction or loss of deposit
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cozy Comfortable Beach Home Steps From the Beach!

About the neighborhood

Map
CA, Stinson Beach

What's nearby

  • Upton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Stinson Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bolinas Beach - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 39 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Mamahuhu - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Piazza D'Angelo - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Stinson Beach vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Upton Beach and Stinson Beach Books. Stinson Beach and Bolinas Lagoon Preserve are also within 15 minutes.

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Cozy, Comfortable Beach Home, Steps from the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 165 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful beach stay

Terrific house in close proximity to the beach. Perfect for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

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

Made great memories!

Wanted time with family and friends during a hard time.The Ocean is healing. Stinson is perfect.The cottage provided everything we needed and the hot tub was a bonus!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

debra m.

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

cozy well appointed

stayed numerous times. karen is great host and communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

zack n.

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

Cozy beach house

My family loved staying here even though we got very rainy weather. The house heated up nicely with the gas oven and the hot tub warmed us up as well! The beach is at the end of the block and town is in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henrietta W.

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

Sanddollars

Cute cottage, few steps to beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malin C.

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

Beach cottage bliss

The Beach Cottage is the quintessential way to experience Stinson Beach - steps to the beach, a wind proof backyard with a hot tub and a cute 3-bedroom well-equipped and very functional cottage. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P C.

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

Cottage by the beach !

Wonderful cottage by the Sea! Just the right amount of space and fun kitchen to cook ! Sunny rooms to have quiet time, read or play games!!! Short walk to the beach and wonderful sunny days !! Enjoyed back yard as well ! Thank you !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jenni l., corte madera, california usa

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

Great time at Stinson cottage

Karen's property was just as described and looked even better in person than in the pictures. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were very comfy. The outdoor spaces were great for sitting and reading/relaxing. The house was clean and it was an easy walk to the beach at the end of the block. Thanks for offering your beach cottage for vacation stays. We had a lovely time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tenley H.

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

Cozy darling cottage steps from the beach

This cottage looks tiny from the street and my tall husband was nervous as we walked in, but it turned out to be perfect! It's clean and cozy with plenty of room for a family of five, thanks in no small part to the awesome outdoor space in the back. And the beach, of course! The beds were super comfortable and the owner was really responsive and helpful. The one downer was that the hot tub was leaking so we had to keep filling it up, meaning it never really got hot enough, but I'm sure that's been fixed. This was a delightful house and we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tory T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach cottage was perfect for our family of five adults and our dog. We all enjoyed games at the large dining room table and our multiple daily walks on the beach, which is just steps from the house. Karen was a joy to work with throughout the entire process.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris Z.

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

Another great stay

We try to get a beach stay in at Stinson at least once a year. We love being able to bring our dog to enjoy the beach, weather, hikes and patio dining. We also need a place that allows us easy access to the beach and town and chill time in the yard. This house delivers on all accounts.And, the king size bed is so comfortable.Karen is great to work with-responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Amazing Beach Cottage!

This is our second stay at this great beach cottage -- super-close to Stinson Beach! Perfect layout for our family, with nice living room space, open kitchen/dining room, and three bedrooms. Televisions everywhere. Comfortable beds, particularly the king. Kitchen appointed with everything you could possibly need to cook extravagant meals. Backyard with hot tub (very clean!), seating and dining areas, and a gas grill. My wife and I worked for several days and found the living room table and the kitchen table perfect for taking calls -- fast WiFi. Pet friendly! Rent this great cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando O.

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

Fun

I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn K.

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

Great experience

Great host, great location, well equipped and super clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Perfect New Year’s Eve

We really enjoyed our stay at the cozy beach shack. It was a perfect little getaway with excellent location and charm. Thank you Karen!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C.

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

Memories

Everything was fantastic. Karen was very helpful. Enjoyed our stay, beautiful days, and making new memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

Perfect Stay in Stinson

This property was great for myself and 3 friends during our long weekend stay while running a trail race in Stinson Beach. The location was amazing and the property had everything we needed and more. The host is top notch (A+!) with communication, providing us with a list of restaurants and local hikes. Thank you so much, we'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey V.

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

Perfect getaway!

We had such a wonderful week at this beautiful little cottage! The beds were comfy, the kitchen was well stocked, and it was close to the beach (2-minute walk) and town (10-minute walk). We loved the hot tub and sheltered backyard. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara h.

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

Quaint

Very well equipped rental! Beds super comfortable! My boys (now men) are over 6’3’ so had a hard time walking through the house
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn p.

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

Darling Home perfect location

We had a wonderful time at the beach within walking distance of the restaurant the snack shack the store everything the house was very comfortable. Had everything that we needed thank you so much, Karen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris Z.

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

Another great stay

We enjoyed another great stay at the cottage. Karen is easy to communicate with and accessible. We appreciate the location, amenities, secure backyard and being able to bring our dog on our vacation. We intend to make this an annual getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Go here it is awesome

Stuff we LOVED about our stay here: Used the hot tub for hours each night for hours. Loved the location just yards from the ocean. Loved the location for a little walk to town and the Matt Davis trailhead. This place was well furnished and clean. There were plenty of linens and a wide variety of appliances. We did not stay with littles but if that is in your realm this place is PERFECT. There is a great two twin bedroom wiht it's own tv. the outdoor shower also made it very easy to get the wetsuits off and get clean before going inside from the beach. Great place and thank you for this experience of staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corby H.

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

Great place!

Perfect relaxing trip for our family of four and small dog. Short walk to a beautiful beach and a quaint little beach town!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S. T.

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

Great, Little Cottage One Block from the Beach

This place is perfect for one family or two small families who want to spend some time at Stinson Beach. Walking distance to town; one block from the beach; nice, private backyard for relaxing; great spot for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B., Fairfax, CA

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

Well appointed house. Really Comfortable stay!

Lovely house. The most comfortable beds! Well stocked kitchen. Hot tub and outside patio were great for late afternoon lounging after a day at the beach (which was steps away, btw) Owners were great with communication and lovely to deal with. We stay in Stinson a lot. We like this area of the beach and this is one of the better houses with beach access. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023