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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Stinson Beach, CA
  • Place, Stinson Beach Books
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Tamalpais State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stinson Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stinson Beach

This cottage places you next to Stinson Beach Books and within a 5-minute walk of Mount Tamalpais State Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Stinson Beach Books - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mount Tamalpais State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stinson Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Upton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Red Rock Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 38 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Muir Woods Trading Company - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views

This charming hillside cottage is perched just above Stinson Beach Village and around the corner from the Stinson Beach Market. It features floor to ceiling glass bi-fold doors that provide indoor/outdoor living. The cottage has a gas range and a fully equipped kitchen. There is high-speed-wireless internet, a flat screen HD Smart TV, and a large deck with ocean views. In addition to the queen bed, the unit has a pull out couch that sleeps one or two small children. This sleeper couch is not comfortable for adults. This unit is one of two side-by-side sister cottages that can be rented individually or together at a discount (inquire for rates). The two cottages share one continuous deck (divided by a sliding gate) with panoramic ocean views. Gas Grill. Please note that the property is accessed by a fairly long hillside staircase, and the entrance to the cottage next door (#6) is accessed by passing through the front deck of this cottage( #5). Street parking only. No Pets Allowed. Bed Configuration: 1 Queen, 1 Sofa Bed

All online bookings are subject to owner approval.

If you are having trouble booking online or have any questions, please call us.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

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)

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Historic Hillside Cottage Expansive Ocean Views House
Historic Hillside Cottage Expansive Ocean Views Stinson Beach
Historic Hillside Cottage Expansive Ocean Views
Historic Hillsi Expansive Oce
Historic Hillside Cottage With Expansive Ocean Views
Hillside Cottage With Expansive Ocean Views Stinson Beach
1298-32603

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

Located steps from Stinson Beach Books, this cottage is in Stinson Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Mount Tamalpais State Park and Stinson Beach. You'll also find Bolinas Lagoon Preserve and Martin Griffin Preserve within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a smart TV in each cottage, and some feature ocean view.

Does Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is about 23.9 mi away. Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is around 26.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views?

Yes, every cottage at Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Hillside Cottage with Expansive Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

bruce t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, all was good!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

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

Weekend getaway

Great stay for a relaxing weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hermes T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House clean and comfortable. Nice views. Good located
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great overall. It was close to downtown and the beach. The place had almost everything that one could think of. The deck had great views and very nice for sun bathing. The bed was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Relaxing by the beach and trails

Cute property, very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great little cottage with a beautiful view. Overall, the host was very communicative and welcoming. The couch needs a deep clean, but other than that the property was great! We were lucky enough to not have a neighbor stay right next to us the whole time, so that made the stay a little more peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri R.

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

Get Away

We needed a get away, we enjoy just hanging out, walking the beach and love the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mara C.

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

Can’t wait to come back!

What an incredible indoor/outdoor beach cottage esperience! So charming and relaxing. The icing on the cake for us with our 2 year old was being pleasantly surprised with a training seat on the toilet for her. We can’t wait to return soon. The only wish for the space would be a better mattress, but it didn't deter us from loving our experience! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Peaceful view towards the ocean through the opened wall of windows. Great room was spacious, well supplied kitchen. Large rainfall shower with good water pressure. However, there is no storage for clothing, so we lived out of suitcases for the 5 days we were there. It met our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Cute place with beautiful view conviniently located to all the Stinson ahops and restaurants. Could use a fan and/or insultation to help cool the place down. And the sofa bed mattress could be relaced. Otherwise lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Well Equipped!

This place was perfect for two and still felt like you could entertain a crowd with all the kitchen equipment and the indoor/outdoor living (cool nano-wall!). Our only complaint is that there are no windows in the living area to keep open at night. It can get a little stuffy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Arianne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Semi-Private Unit/ Difficult Entry/Exit

The unit itself was very nice, well appointed and in a great location. It had everything we needed to cook and bake. The fresh loaf of local bread was a really nice surprise. At the time of our stay (May 2024) the staircase down to the unit was under construction. The only way down to the unit was a dangerous trail with wobbly steps. This was a challenging climb in and out, but with luggage, it was a nightmare.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Great cottage!

The cottage was the perfect size for 2! Great views of the town. You can hear the ocean from the deck! Kitchen was stocked well with appliances and spices/essentials. It was a trek up and down the stairs anytime you wanted to leave the cottage. Parking was difficult most of the time, but honestly your within walking distance (down a hill) to restaurants, shops and the beach. It had a heater for the cold nights. No AC but with the windows open it was very comfortable during the hottest times of the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gayle K.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Love staying here - however couch is looking dirty and outdoor furniture needs power washing. The TV goes on/off and flips what is on the screen randomly. This happens throughout day and night. Rental company tried to fix but was unsuccessful so we unplugged it.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No disclosure about the situation with the cottage next door. They had to walk across our "private" deck everytime they came and went. I would not have rented this property if I had know we would have NO privacy. My wife was sunbathing when the showed up without warning. Not cool. You should have been honest with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jeanne S.

Incredible Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit was very convenient with expansive views of the ocean and the hills. For the cost I would have expected a little more on the inside. The sofa and sofa pillows were dirty/stained and in need of cleaning. The sofa bed was awful. The deck furniture was dirty/stained and in desperate need of cleaning. The deck could use a powerwash. Many of the dishes were sticky from the open shelving and not having been washed. There were no extra blankets for the sofa bed. The bed in the bedroom could use an update as well. It just seemed that everything needed an update. Kathy in the rental office was wonderful. When the nano doors didn't quite work she had Pine Tree, the handyman come and take a look and he got them to open for us. The customer service was great.It was a great unit to sit on the deck and people watch for sure. The full time neighbors were awesome! We actually had a drink next door one night with them. Super kind and generous people.I'd love to stay again but would need the place to be in better shape.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

Lovely spot

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: Property was exactly as depicted and very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay but the mattress was a problem for us. It's very soft so both of us had sore backs for a week (in one case longer) after our stay. We'd like to come again but only if they get a new mattress. Not being picky, this one was really bad. Very much appreciated the delicious sourdough loaf, thank you!!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amanda A.

Great location, love the open air features

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: I visited this property, for the 2nd time, for a friends hiking weekend. The space is perfect for 2, with maybe even the addition of a child. It is very easy to walk to the store, the hiking trails, and restaurants. I love that the whole front of the house basically opens-- with folding windows on a slider. There wers some lightbulbs out, and we needed to buy batteries for the battery-operated (very pretty!) candle. Though I am sure that they are very difficult to maintain in the ocean climate, I feel like the outdoor furniture and cushions could use some rehab. Overall, the location and comfort was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

The view is everything!

Property could use some updates with sofa (saggy and not so comfortable to sit on). The bed mattress was also a bit uncomfortable as it kind of "dips" in the middle. We are not really fussy people, but upgrades could be implemented to enhance the comfort of renters. I wouldn't stay in this specific property again The property works for 2 people and the outdoor deck space is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

A great stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: The space was lovely and clean. We loved the opening glass panels leading to the big deck which we used daily! Thank you for the great vacation!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alexis L.

A wonderful retreat, could use some updates

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Overall, this is a wonderful, cozy place to stay. The place is cozy and yet has the feeling of space because of the nanodoors, which open up on to the front deck. Sharing with near by neighbors passing through to get to their rental was easy and unobtrusive. According to our 15 year old son,the foldout couch is pretty old and worn and could use updating. There are some quirks to the doors and locks, but they are easy to learn and adjust to. Perfect place for a couple, a little tight for 3-4 but doable!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrew C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great place, if an ant infestation doesn't bother you

This property's a mixed bag – on one hand, it's an extremely cute little cottage with a decent view of the ocean. The deck is awesome with lots of space to relax (although the outdoor cushions are in need of a serious cleaning). Well-equipped kitchen, comfy couch, great big table and huge glass sliding door; lots of pro's here. However, there are some serious cons, mainly the ant problem. While we appreciated the vast array of spices and condiments provided by the property managers, there was a big bag of sugar that had been *left open* and was swarming with ants. We had to toss a ton of stuff. Maile was very helpful on the phone and promptly brought us some ant traps, however they can take a week or more to work and so we were dealing with ants for our entire trip. We weren't able to cook much of the food we brought since there were so many ants in and around the stove. Additionally, because of COVID we obviously wanted to wipe down all the door handles and surfaces ourselves just in case, and there were dirt-stains and smudges that wiped away very easily, suggesting that these areas had not been deep-cleaned at all since the last guest was there. We washed some pots and pans that similarly had little spots and bits of food that were very easily cleaned, which again suggests that they had not really been cleaned or even inspected recently. That's a little gross as it is, but given the pandemic it is completely unacceptable. When we called the office to voice our concerns, Margaux picked up and was sort of rude to us. She didn't seem interested in listening or addressing any of these issues in any serious way beyond getting us off the phone as quickly as possible. We eventually settled on a partial refund (which honestly should have been bigger, considering the pandemic and how much our level of comfort was impacted by the ant infestation), and she sent us some rags and disinfectant. If the property managers would hire an exterminator and a better cleaning service that will actually wipe down the surfaces between guests, then this could be an excellent place. As it is, however, I cannot recommend it at its current price. Oh, also – there's a tree that hangs over part of the deck, and a crow pooped on me. It might not be on their property so maybe they can't trim it but... somebody really should.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melany M.

Great anniversary getaway.

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: My husband and I wanted to explore a new area for an anniversary trip. This cottage was a perfect place for two! Wonderful restaurants, hiking trails and a beautiful beach all within walking distance. The place was just as described if not better.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melany M.

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

Cozy cottage in great location!

My husband and I decided to explore an area new to us for an anniversary trip and picked this cottage that looked great for two. It was just perfect! We had planned on hiking and we were walking distance to 2 trailheads. Great restaurants and beach access all within walking distance. The place was just as described if not better. We would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

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