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Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
2 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

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Stinson Beach, CA
  • Place, Stinson Beach Books
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Stinson Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Tamalpais State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

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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.

Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore!

An A+ Location, this cottage has quality amenities, and everything you'll need to enjoy a beach getaway! No need to drive once you park inside the gates. You'll walk everywhere. Conveniently located beside the village park with kiddie playground, and basketball court. The cottage is across from the Parkside Cafe/Snack Bar/Bakery/Marketplace with the best eats in town, in my opinion. Take a beach wagon, piled high with beach toys from the 'Red Shed', you'll be seated on the sand within 2 minutes!

There are 40+ wetsuits, boogie & surfboards, beach chairs, umbrellas, totes, towels, blankets, footballs, smash ball & soccer balls, and sand toys for the little ones.. Shoot hoops, or play pingpong in the neighboring park.

Lounge, Dine, and Relax on the back deck with 2 adjustable lounges, teak table, chairs, bench and a Mt. Tamalpais view. In the evening watch the stars come out after a sunset beach walk. There's a 3 burner propane Weber grill, and a well stocked corner grocer, if you want to bbq. Or, order a pizza (clam with tomatillo sauce is my favorite) and calamari from Parkside.

The Dipsea and Matt Davis Trailheads are steps away, opening up the entire Mt. Tamalpais Park, Muir Woods National Park, and Golden Gate National Recreation Area to hikers. Or, walk the entire 2 mile length of Stinson & Upton Beach to the inlet of Bolinas Lagoon.

Bring the binoculars, and view migratory and resident shore birds. Flocks of pelicans, terns, cormorants, herons, egrets and many more visit or reside on the lagoon, and seashore. You may see migrating whales pass by in late fall heading to mexico, returning north in the spring with their young.. Harbor seals routinely sleep side-by-side along the exposed Bolinas Lagoon sand spit during low tide. There are many places to park along the lagoon to enjoy the peaceful comings and goings of wildlife. Bring beach chairs and a picnic. You may even see the resident family of river otters hunting along the shore for fish, shellfish & crabs. There's always plenty to do!

The cottage is 1 level, sunny & bright. The Kitchen/Great Room has a large butcher block island with propane gas stove, overlooking the living area. You can view the large, wall mounted, smart TV with family and friends during meal preparation. The well appointed kitchen has a Bosch Dishwasher, Fisher Paykel Refrigerator, microwave oven, gas stove, quality cookware and dinnerware.

Primary bedroom has desk & chair, full length bench, and a large closet with a folding infant crib. Both the primary and secondary bedrooms, have black out curtains, featherbeds and down comforters. Very comfortable and cozy sleeping....

There is on-demand hot water, 2 modern electric wall heaters and good lighting. An outside shower, on the back fence, has H/C water for rinsing off after a dip in the ocean, or before using the spa. The full bath has a shower over the tub. There is a full size Washer & Dryer, that are stacked in a closet.

Parking is for 1 Car inside gated driveway. Abundant on-street parking available for large SUV vehicles.

Owner lives in the back cottage, parks beside your vehicle, and has a private fenced yard & back gate.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Stinson Beach Books. Features include a gym and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Steps from Stinson Beach Books and 3 minutes by foot from Stinson Beach
This cottage offers its guests a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Stinson Beach cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 620 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

4th Guest is NO Additional Charge, if under the age of 17.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pack 'N Play, primary bedroom closet.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 079399
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Stinson Beach Cottage - 1 Minute Walk to Beach, in Town with Amenities Galore! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always a wonderful and relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was lovely. Such a wonderful and much needed escape for 2 days. Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alicia p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, needed a reset and recharge weekend from corp grind, this was perfect.
We taped into our creative side while enjoying the scenery of mountains
Everything needed can be sourced on
Walking distance
Grab pizza at the Market Place and watch the sunset… all steps away from the cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great and very quick to respond to our messages. The property is in a prime location and really is about a 1 min walk to the beach. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. The cottage was adorable and clean and quaint and had everything a person could need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage in a great location! Easy access to the beach and beautiful hiking trails of Marin! Host provides a number of amenities including beach towels, beach chairs, wetsuits, boogie boards etc! Cottage was well supplied and very organized. Parkside restaurant across the street has a very good menu! The host was very accommodating and friendly. Great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Linda is a wonderful hostess.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at the cottage. The cottage itself is cozy and well-appointed. Linda was a very friendly and helpful host. There were many thoughtful touches, including a fresh loaf of bread, a large tea selection, and a bottle of wine for New Years.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very welcoming and the unit was prepped with a lot of extras that were appreciated. The location was probably the best aspect of the stay as it allowed us to easily do a number of different activities in the area. The weather (something our host unfortunately couldn't do anything about) was challenging but with restaurants/cafe/bakery and well stocked local market, it was much less so.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful location and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great as always! So grateful we found this special spot
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication! Convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a special spot. Linda’s sweet cottage has everything you could want and is so tastefully decorated. Location is amazing. Linda is an amazing host. Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Horseback cottage is well-appointed, darling, and very comfortable. And the location is beyond perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great Location

We really enjoyed our stay here - great for a family with young kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

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

Always a great stay

Great as always!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Lots of amenities! Playground next door would be great for families with little kids. Nearby market makes shopping convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Awesome little secret

Tucked away and hidden by lush garden, the little cottage was the perfect get away for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scot S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property meet everyone one of our expectations. The property manager/owner was wonderful. The centralized location complemented was complimented by the amenities. Loved every moment. Had great family moments together. Wish we never had to leave.
Surf shop
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

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

Awesome stay

Great location, easy check in, and the host Linda was very friendly also available if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

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

Amazing Cabin amazing location.

Everything was great and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Outstanding host and location

Terrific communication with the host prior to arrival and during our stay. Extremely helpful with local and regional recommendations. Location in Stinson Beach is hard to beat just steps from local restaurants, shops, beach, and hiking.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brennan N.

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

Great location

Overall we really enjoyed our short stay at the cottage! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie R.

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

Fantastic location steps away from Stinson Beach

Beautiful hidden gem located just steps away from Stinson Beach, great restaurant literally across the the street. Parking is narrow and best suited for cars & smaller SUV. Beautiful cozy coastal spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025