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Ocean & National Park Views +142 miles of trails, just minutes to San Francisco
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259.0 sq m
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5 Wolfback Ridge Rd, Sausalito, CA, 94965
- Golden Gate Bridge10 min drive
- Marin Headlands12 min drive
- Rodeo Beach29 min drive
- Sausalito, CA (JMC-Commodore Center Heliport)5 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Ocean & National Park Views +142 miles of trails, just minutes to San Francisco
Enjoy 142 miles of trails in 82,000 acres of coastal National Park outside your front door!
Mod & minimal ridge-top perch in a private neighborhood adjacent the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, just minutes to the Sausalito Waterfront and the vibrant city life of San Francisco. Designed to maximize the spectacular natural setting, expansive walls of glass provide breathtaking views & cocoon you in nature. Biophilic, fully appointed, lux & private.
Sausalito regulations require 29-night minimum stay.
Welcome to Sausalito Skylounge!
A very private oasis surrounded by natural beauty yet close to all the action. An architectural nod to a founder of the midcentury Bay Modern style (who built the award-winning primary residence as his own) and intentionally designed to blend with the natural setting to provide a close connection to nature, Skylounge is minimal, mod, airy, and biophilic.
LIVING SPACE
Enter the space from the L-shaped deck to an open living and kitchen area where you will be enveloped in nature by three sides of near wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling, double-paned windows framing the views and bringing the outside in— while maintaining peaceful quiet. Find comfortable seating options and a coffee table that stores extra blankets & pillows to cozy up with the books on the SF Bay Area's history, art, and culture that are waiting for you. Note the custom-designed dining table that wraps around the back of the curved sofa and doubles as another great place to set a beverage & snack while lounging on the couch. Use the remote to set the heat or AC to whatever temperature is comfortable for you. In addition to highlighting the natural setting, the space was designed to maximize the sense of spaciousness within the petite residence.
The fully appointed open kitchen has everything you need for homecooked meals, including a hidden 4-function oven, built-in cooktop, and dishwasher. Or opt for “room service” via several apps that deliver from multiple area restaurants. Wash even the largest pots (Dungeness crab season, anyone?) in the deep sink, which has a pull-down faucet and built-in water purifier. Enjoy your libations and meals with the views, on cushioned tulip swivel chairs at the dining table for two.
Look through the generous open passage between the workspace and bathroom to views of the treetops out the bedroom windows, enhancing your sense of spaciousness and feeling of being cocooned by nature.
In the evenings, set the mood by calibrating the dimmable warm amber wall sconces and under cabinet lighting to your liking, turn on the battery-operated candles, queue your favorite playlist to the bluetooth speakers, and snuggle up by the fire.
BEDROOM—Split king bed can be converted to two twins on request.
Enjoy Pacific Ocean & Marin Headlands views from the king bed with Dream Cloud mattress, along with your favorite streaming subscriptions on the 50” Smart TV (no cable) with a bespoke cover to hide it away when not in use. Lower the blackout shades and close the extra large custom pocket door for movie night (or day!) or use the top-down feature on the shades for complete privacy while you stargaze from bed. Your view is doubled by the wall-to-wall mirrored doors on the oversized closet, where you will find shelves and hangers and plenty of floor space. Add the restored vintage nightstands, dresser, and custom platform bed with drawers, and you have ample space to unpack. Conveniently do your laundry with the stacked units in one end of the closet, adjacent the hamper.
BATH
Take in the view of the Sausalito marina and San Francisco Bay from the shower while looking over the primary residence rooftop, and reflected in the oversized recessed cabinet mirrored doors. Enjoy a soak in the deep tub, keeping your eyes out for wandering quail, deer, and the occasional jackrabbit. Forget your toothbrush? We've got you covered with a spare, and a starter selection of cruelty-free toiletries and bath products. Find a blow dryer & lighted magnifying mirror stored in the vanity.
WORKSPACE
A petite floating desk with two drawers provides a low-footprint workspace or an area to stash paperwork & electronics you don’t want to look at. Comfortable vintage office chair on casters, four outlets & fast wifi for multiple devices & streaming services complete the setup. Close the bath & bedroom pocket doors for a clean video backdrop. The desk also serves well as a vanity table.
DECK
Two outdoor chairs + small table for enjoying your morning coffee with the songbirds on sunny days, or bundled up on misty ones listening to the foghorns outside the Golden Gate. Larger loungers are stored onsite and available on request at no charge. Though you are steeped in nature, you are about 7 minutes from San Francisco (and some of the best food in the country) so from the deck you can hear the mostly lower-volume/white noise of cars headed that way on the 101 below the ridge.
PRIVACY
The only other home visible from Skylounge is through a few of the rear windows where you can see sections of the back of the main residence down the hill on the other side of a rocky outcropping. There will be occasional cars passing by on the residents-only road with delivery & construction vehicles, etc. though not high traffic. The trails can get busy at times on weekends. If preferred, you can block out all signs of human life :) and still enjoy the views with the top-down feature on the shades.
TRAILS
Hop across the road to dive into those astounding views by hiking and/or biking endless trails. We love telling you about our favorites! Storage for two bikes accessed from exterior entry.
COASTAL NATIONAL PARK — MUST LOVE NATURE & VARIED WEATHER
Summer gets FOGGY up here! When it's sweltering inland, the fog often rolls in at the coast. Late June-Sept can be socked in for up to a few weeks at a time with a "fog hat" covering the top of the ridge, while it's clear & sunny just down the hill. We love throwing on a fleece and hiking through the misty "Highlander" trails while the rest of the state swelters, and it's great sleeping with windows open to cool fresh air. But not everyone likes varied weather, and we want you to love your stay. It can also get very windy at times. We think it's pretty cool to experience the frequently changing drama of nature's moods while cozying up with a fire & books in the Skylounge. If you're lucky, you'll get to know the ravens that often nest in the adjacent tree.
AMENITIES LIST
Biofuel fireplace * remote control operated heater and air conditioner * dimmable warm amber lighting throughout * top down bottom up cellular shades * double paned windows *nest audio speakers * built-in storage bench seating and cabinet end-tables provide another seating area & help maintain the clutter-free space * lightweight, sturdy step ladder to access books and upper kitchen cabs *multi-oven with four separate functions; convection /bake oven, air fryer, broiler, and microwave * 2 burner, ADA ceramic glass radiant cooktop with 9 digital control power settings, safety lock, and 1800w to quickly heat even large pots * 12 cu bottom freezer refrigerator * dishwasher * deep sink with pull-down faucet hose & built-in cold water filter * abundant storage, including exterior door to walk in bike storage * dishes, glassware, mugs, cooking utensils, Le Creuset, stainless steel, ceramic non-stick pots, pans & baking dishes, carbon steel knife set, cutting boards, serving vessels, linens * Vitamix blender * soda stream *popcorn air popper * toaster * electric kettle * Chemex coffee carafe, grinder, and reusable stainless steel filter * traditional drip coffee maker for those who prefer set-it-and-forget-it joe. We've tried to think of everything for a well-stocked kitchen but if you find yourself missing a favorite utensil let us know * clothing steamer * robot vacuum * under cabinet lighting with dimmer * yoga mat * 3lb & 5lb free weights
Mod & minimal ridge-top perch in a private neighborhood adjacent the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, just minutes to the Sausalito Waterfront and the vibrant city life of San Francisco. Designed to maximize the spectacular natural setting, expansive walls of glass provide breathtaking views & cocoon you in nature. Biophilic, fully appointed, lux & private.
Sausalito regulations require 29-night minimum stay.
Welcome to Sausalito Skylounge!
A very private oasis surrounded by natural beauty yet close to all the action. An architectural nod to a founder of the midcentury Bay Modern style (who built the award-winning primary residence as his own) and intentionally designed to blend with the natural setting to provide a close connection to nature, Skylounge is minimal, mod, airy, and biophilic.
LIVING SPACE
Enter the space from the L-shaped deck to an open living and kitchen area where you will be enveloped in nature by three sides of near wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling, double-paned windows framing the views and bringing the outside in— while maintaining peaceful quiet. Find comfortable seating options and a coffee table that stores extra blankets & pillows to cozy up with the books on the SF Bay Area's history, art, and culture that are waiting for you. Note the custom-designed dining table that wraps around the back of the curved sofa and doubles as another great place to set a beverage & snack while lounging on the couch. Use the remote to set the heat or AC to whatever temperature is comfortable for you. In addition to highlighting the natural setting, the space was designed to maximize the sense of spaciousness within the petite residence.
The fully appointed open kitchen has everything you need for homecooked meals, including a hidden 4-function oven, built-in cooktop, and dishwasher. Or opt for “room service” via several apps that deliver from multiple area restaurants. Wash even the largest pots (Dungeness crab season, anyone?) in the deep sink, which has a pull-down faucet and built-in water purifier. Enjoy your libations and meals with the views, on cushioned tulip swivel chairs at the dining table for two.
Look through the generous open passage between the workspace and bathroom to views of the treetops out the bedroom windows, enhancing your sense of spaciousness and feeling of being cocooned by nature.
In the evenings, set the mood by calibrating the dimmable warm amber wall sconces and under cabinet lighting to your liking, turn on the battery-operated candles, queue your favorite playlist to the bluetooth speakers, and snuggle up by the fire.
BEDROOM—Split king bed can be converted to two twins on request.
Enjoy Pacific Ocean & Marin Headlands views from the king bed with Dream Cloud mattress, along with your favorite streaming subscriptions on the 50” Smart TV (no cable) with a bespoke cover to hide it away when not in use. Lower the blackout shades and close the extra large custom pocket door for movie night (or day!) or use the top-down feature on the shades for complete privacy while you stargaze from bed. Your view is doubled by the wall-to-wall mirrored doors on the oversized closet, where you will find shelves and hangers and plenty of floor space. Add the restored vintage nightstands, dresser, and custom platform bed with drawers, and you have ample space to unpack. Conveniently do your laundry with the stacked units in one end of the closet, adjacent the hamper.
BATH
Take in the view of the Sausalito marina and San Francisco Bay from the shower while looking over the primary residence rooftop, and reflected in the oversized recessed cabinet mirrored doors. Enjoy a soak in the deep tub, keeping your eyes out for wandering quail, deer, and the occasional jackrabbit. Forget your toothbrush? We've got you covered with a spare, and a starter selection of cruelty-free toiletries and bath products. Find a blow dryer & lighted magnifying mirror stored in the vanity.
WORKSPACE
A petite floating desk with two drawers provides a low-footprint workspace or an area to stash paperwork & electronics you don’t want to look at. Comfortable vintage office chair on casters, four outlets & fast wifi for multiple devices & streaming services complete the setup. Close the bath & bedroom pocket doors for a clean video backdrop. The desk also serves well as a vanity table.
DECK
Two outdoor chairs + small table for enjoying your morning coffee with the songbirds on sunny days, or bundled up on misty ones listening to the foghorns outside the Golden Gate. Larger loungers are stored onsite and available on request at no charge. Though you are steeped in nature, you are about 7 minutes from San Francisco (and some of the best food in the country) so from the deck you can hear the mostly lower-volume/white noise of cars headed that way on the 101 below the ridge.
PRIVACY
The only other home visible from Skylounge is through a few of the rear windows where you can see sections of the back of the main residence down the hill on the other side of a rocky outcropping. There will be occasional cars passing by on the residents-only road with delivery & construction vehicles, etc. though not high traffic. The trails can get busy at times on weekends. If preferred, you can block out all signs of human life :) and still enjoy the views with the top-down feature on the shades.
TRAILS
Hop across the road to dive into those astounding views by hiking and/or biking endless trails. We love telling you about our favorites! Storage for two bikes accessed from exterior entry.
COASTAL NATIONAL PARK — MUST LOVE NATURE & VARIED WEATHER
Summer gets FOGGY up here! When it's sweltering inland, the fog often rolls in at the coast. Late June-Sept can be socked in for up to a few weeks at a time with a "fog hat" covering the top of the ridge, while it's clear & sunny just down the hill. We love throwing on a fleece and hiking through the misty "Highlander" trails while the rest of the state swelters, and it's great sleeping with windows open to cool fresh air. But not everyone likes varied weather, and we want you to love your stay. It can also get very windy at times. We think it's pretty cool to experience the frequently changing drama of nature's moods while cozying up with a fire & books in the Skylounge. If you're lucky, you'll get to know the ravens that often nest in the adjacent tree.
AMENITIES LIST
Biofuel fireplace * remote control operated heater and air conditioner * dimmable warm amber lighting throughout * top down bottom up cellular shades * double paned windows *nest audio speakers * built-in storage bench seating and cabinet end-tables provide another seating area & help maintain the clutter-free space * lightweight, sturdy step ladder to access books and upper kitchen cabs *multi-oven with four separate functions; convection /bake oven, air fryer, broiler, and microwave * 2 burner, ADA ceramic glass radiant cooktop with 9 digital control power settings, safety lock, and 1800w to quickly heat even large pots * 12 cu bottom freezer refrigerator * dishwasher * deep sink with pull-down faucet hose & built-in cold water filter * abundant storage, including exterior door to walk in bike storage * dishes, glassware, mugs, cooking utensils, Le Creuset, stainless steel, ceramic non-stick pots, pans & baking dishes, carbon steel knife set, cutting boards, serving vessels, linens * Vitamix blender * soda stream *popcorn air popper * toaster * electric kettle * Chemex coffee carafe, grinder, and reusable stainless steel filter * traditional drip coffee maker for those who prefer set-it-and-forget-it joe. We've tried to think of everything for a well-stocked kitchen but if you find yourself missing a favorite utensil let us know * clothing steamer * robot vacuum * under cabinet lighting with dimmer * yoga mat * 3lb & 5lb free weights
Property manager
Roxiene Baker
Languages
English
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 4:00 PM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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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
Sausalito
Sausalito is home to this holiday home. Pier 39 and Union Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Presidio of San Francisco and Golden Gate Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center.
Sausalito, CA
What's nearby
- Presidio of San Francisco - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
- Golden Gate Bridge - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
- Marin Headlands - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
- Alcatraz Island - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
- Rodeo Beach - 29 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fish - 5 min drive
- No Name Bar - 4 min drive
- Joinery - 4 min drive
- Equator Coffees - 4 min drive
- Lappert's Ice Cream - 4 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Roxiene Baker

I’m a Bay Area native & John was born in Manila, where we first met in grade school. With a shared love for and commitment to protecting the environment and advocating for gender & racial equality, we are delighted to share our labor of love – SkyLounge – with guests. Our love for San Francisco & Northern California is evident in the collection of books for you to enjoy.
We live onsite & are available from 8am - 9pm for any questions, etc. And after-hours for emergencies. If you want, and our schedules align, we love showing people our favorite hiking trails! But we are also sometimes hermits who completely respect your privacy and will make ourselves scarce after check-in unless you reach out for interaction :) We will pick up your trash on Wed evenings from the outside can, and our cleaner will be there every two weeks, more frequently on request at guest expense.
Why they chose this property
Across the street from the National Park & views and trails to the Pacific Ocean, yet minutes from the waterfront downtown and the City!
What makes this property unique
We are pretty much the only stand-alone house vacation rental in the Marin Headlands, particularly with these views and access to GGNRA trails. The space itself is private and lux.
Languages:
English
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