#1 Rate 'BEST Place to Stay' at Stinson Beach

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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4134.7 sq m

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Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Parking available
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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Stinson Beach, CA

Stinson Beach
‪9 min walk‬
Red Rock Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Muir Woods National Monument
‪20 min drive‬
Sausalito, CA (JMC-Commodore Center Heliport)
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Loft + Den

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Stinson Beach Rental Home -2006, contemporary-style home with modern open floor plan. Expansive ocean views and Mount Tamalpais out your back door. Hear the wave's crash, watch the birds soar, enjoy the colorful sunsets.

Solid built home with attention to details and comfort for the beachcomber. Sunken living room with tile floor, TV/stereo, and ocean views. Gas fireplace, fully-equipped kitchen, and outdoor gas barbecue. Master bedroom with private deck, loft with twin beds, and two full baths. Two sun decks, private patio, and lovely landscaped rear yard. Ample parking.

Just a short walk to town with shopping and galleries, grocery store, restaurants, and library. Minutes to the beach for all-day play and surfing. Breathtaking trailheads with waterfalls out your front door.

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California Coastal Contemporary
Newly Built

Property manager

Jennifer

Languages

English

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Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Damage deposit will be forfeited, no more than 6

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please tell me what brings you to Stinson Beach and how many people are in your party.

Out of respect for neighbors, quiet hours are after 10:00 PM till 9:00 AM.

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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

Note from host: damage deposit will be forfeited, no more than 6

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stinson Beach

Located in Stinson Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Reyes National Seashore and Presidio of San Francisco. Stinson Beach Books and Book Passage are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.

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Stinson Beach, CA

What's nearby

Mount Tamalpais State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Stinson Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Red Rock Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Bolinas Lagoon - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Muir Woods National Monument - 20 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

San Francisco Station - 39 min drive
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬21 min drive
‪Parkside Cafe - ‬7 min walk
‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬21 min drive
‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬22 min drive
‪Mamahuhu - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #1 Rate 'BEST Place to Stay' at Stinson Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #1 Rate 'BEST Place to Stay' at Stinson Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #1 Rate 'BEST Place to Stay' at Stinson Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #1 Rate 'BEST Place to Stay' at Stinson Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Tamalpais State Park, Stinson Beach Books and Stinson Beach. Upton Beach and Mickey's Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Julia and Mike B.

1 Dec 2019

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

Beautiful beach getaway!

Beautiful property walking distance to town and beach. Very clean with all the amenities you need. Wonderful views!

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

11 Apr 2025

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

Great Stay in Stinson Beach

Wonderful location with everything we needed for a short family get away! Walked to beach, market and a bunch of excellent hikes!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April R.

15 Mar 2025

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

Lovely house and great location

This was our second stay at this property. It's a beautiful house with a short walk to the beach. The views and ocean sounds are very peaceful and relaxing.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

3 Jan 2025

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

Stinson New Year reboot

Perfect get away house in the perfect getaway town. Always enjoy Stinson for the ease of Beach, bike and hiking and this house, this trip was just the icing on the cake! Better than expected and views were amazing! Owner didnt miss a detail in getting this place ready for vacationers. Thanks a ton for having us, Hintz Family.getting this place ready for visitors

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda and Lewis S.

3 Jan 2025

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

Amazing

House had everything we needed for our stay. Clean and well thought out details.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

28 Oct 2024

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

Excellent vacation

Our family of 3 (2 adults and an 8-yr old) stayed for a week here at Stinson Beach and loved every minute of it. Location was great, the house was clean, tastefully/minimally decorated with a modern relaxed vibe, and had everything we needed - the owner puts nice attention to details. The views were spectacular and we enjoyed some awesome sunsets and sunrises. Of course, we got out to the beach nearly every day, hiked Muir Woods and even made it into the city one day to visit friends and the Cal Academy of Science for our daughter. Very relaxing. Hope to do it again next year!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jay J.

18 Oct 2024

Liked: Communication

Roomy house

Large house but dinky loft The loft beds were super creaky Very clean and well kept house Parking a bit tight

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra T.

3 Oct 2024

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

Ocean by Day Stars at Night

I needed a retreat and this was the perfect spot❤️ A lovely home, clean and well positioned in Stinson. I was in the ocean during the day and watching stars from the deck of the master bedroom at night. So peaceful and quiet with all of the accoutrements I needed! Thank you Jennifer and team

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANE M.

6 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful house in a wonderful location

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely house within easy walking distance to the beach. The views are lovely and there are several comfortable outside spaces. The kitchen is well equipped and the beds comfortable. We'll be back!

Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

17 July 2024

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

Love this house

This was our second long stay at this house, and it does not disappoint! The location is killer, the layout is thoughtful, and all the details are in place. Our favorite things are the many windows that provide light and views, the trailhead at the end of the block that feels like a special secret way into the hills, and the beautiful art and photographs that offer a sense of place and history. We'd stay forever if we could.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April R.

29 May 2024

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

Love this home!

We loved our stay at this house in Stinson Beach! It is such a beautiful and comfortable house. The views are amazing, you can hear the ocean from the house, and the backyard is lovely. Amazing home and a wonderful stay-we would definitely book it again!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

22 May 2024

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

Early May Stay

Our family group of 4 absolutely loved everything about our stay at this wonderful vacation home overlooking Stinson Beach. Both ocean and hillside 360-degree views were spectacular and ever-changing from the two decks, each room of the light-filled home, and the colorful backyard garden. The kitchen (with its large island) and dining and family rooms were awesome places to enjoy family time. The free-standing gas stove made the center of the house cozy, too! Finally, the location was just a few short, hilly roads down to the “main drag” of the charming town of Stinson Beach. And nearby towns of Bolinas and Pt. Reyes Station could be reached with just a few miles of driving on country roads with beautiful vistas.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisl L.

30 Apr 2024

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

Spectacular Family Home on Stinson Beach

You can tell that the owner of this property has a creative streak—we loved the gorgeous back yard succulent and flower garden and the colorful paintings throughout the home. We adored cooking in the open plan kitchen, which was fully equipped with a solid collection of cutlery, dishes, pots and pans, spices and utensils—everything we needed for quick breakfasts and elaborate dinners-in. The beds are beyond comfortable, especially with the ocean breeze. You'll feel right at home as soon as you walk into the foyer. The children loved watching movies in the sunken living room with views of the Pacific. Our stay at Stinson Beach was magical and we'll definitely be back the next time we're in Marin County.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

valerie f.

11 Apr 2024

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

Cozy

Great place to stay when visiting Stinson Beach

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

5 Apr 2024

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

Spring Break

Beautiful place, great views. Loved the property! Had an excellent stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel P.

2 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful!

The very best. We loved everything about it, perfect for our family. Would love to come again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcela R.

26 Nov 2023

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

Beach vacation

The property was absolutely amazing. Our family enjoyed the views from the balconies, short walk to town/beach. The home was well equipped and beautifully furnished

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion H.

24 Sept 2023

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

Really fabulous property and host

My husband and I had a truly wonderful stay here. The house is so gorgeous and well-equipped. So peaceful; you can hear the sea. All interactions with the host were positive and friendly There is no doubt we will stay here again, if possible.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cale R., Santa Fe, NM

1 Sept 2023

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

Relaxing

We hung out for 5 days. Great views of the ocean and beach. The walk down to the beach takes 6-7 minutes. The house was peaceful and relaxing. We really enjoyed our time and will come back again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H., Berkeley, USA

25 Aug 2023

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

Lovely, relaxing beach retreat

This was a beautiful home with beach views, tasteful décor, a well-equipped kitchen, and a warm and responsive host. Our family had a wonderful retreat here and looks forward to our next trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L., Boulder, CO

15 Aug 2023

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

Even Better than Expected

This house exceeded my expectations in every way! 25+ years since my last visit to Stinson, and I still love it! The house was amazing - up the hill, great views (and sounds) of the ocean, clean, well furnished, just perfect. Walking distance to beautiful hiking trails, the beach, a great bakery, and several restaurants. We hope to book a stay at the house again next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirran M.

26 July 2023

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

Magnificent

We had the most tremendous time in this beautiful home! Absolutely perfect in every way!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

20 July 2023

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

Gorgeous beach house

Beautiful, open plan house with amazing views and lovely garden. Our family of four stayed a week and enjoyed every day. Beach is a short walk away, and a hiking trail in the hills starts at the end of the block. Local grocery had all the essentials. Host was communicative, and responsive when we had some internet issues. The only mistake we made was trying to work remotely instead of just enjoying this beautiful spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Kate D.

5 July 2023

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

Fantastic Stinson Beach Vacation!

The property was perfect for our family of four, with two young boys. Easy walk down the hill to town and the beach. The house itself was very clean and had everything we needed. Great views of the ocean and a beautiful back garden to look out onto. Highly recommend this rental!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simona G.

4 June 2023

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

amazing view

Beautiful house with an amazing view of the ocean. perfect for a relaxing vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer

My husband and I purchased the lot in 2005 with excitement beyond belief. We actively started designing around some very strick guidelines and restrictions. In the end I believe we achieved a very nice product with his building skills and my artistic talents. You'll find unusual details throughout the home and my paintings on the walls.

Why they chose this property

We built our home at Stinson beach in 2005. Stinson Beach was a natural choice and had a long history for our families. My husband and I grew up going to Stinson either after school, with our families for holiday, and then later for family reunions bringing our kids. There is so much to do- walk/run the beach, swim, surf- board or body, sunbath, hike the fabulous trails, kayak the lagoon, relax, and the list goes on.
We feel very fortunate to have found this lot with the ability to build a simple but stylish home that serves many travelers.

What makes this property unique

The beauty of the beach, the sound of the waves crashing, the intimate neighborhood community, close to town for a stroll to dinner, near the town market, fabulous sunsets. You get the best of both worlds that Stinson has to offer- the beach but also the mountain!! The famed Dipsea Trail, majestic Matt Davis Trail just outside our door. Gorgeous sunsets, collecting shells, flying kites, building sand castles...............

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1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Loft + Den

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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