Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven | Villa in San Rafael

9.8 (25 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  12 Guests
San Rafael Villa | Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven

4 Bedroom Villa in San Rafael

Reverse pandemic blues at this retreat charged 4 bedroom haven with an authentic Finnish sauna, canal-front jacuzzi consciousness, paddle-boards, a kayak, replete comfy zones to lazily exchange conversation.
The tranquility of the canal will replace all Debbie downer thoughts with a symphony of luminous relaxation, bound to bedazzle wary minds and hearts.
The space
Tastefully furnished on the inside, this villa features 4 bedrooms with king or queen size beds, 2.5 bathrooms, two tuned grand pianos for dueling it out, and within a few minute paddle to the bay. After a few hours here you’ll forget about any invisible enemy that has destroyed the basic hug! Great for team building and corporate or family retreats! No parties allowed. no racers allowed. Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines. Long-term rental an option.
Guest access
The entire property , entire first floor, entire front courtyard, backyard with pool and spa and BBQ area, deck area where boat is docked. Paddleboards and Kayak accessible. Boat is not included in rental. Second floor bedroom is not included. It's used as office and sometimes host may decide to stay . This room has a separate gate and entrance from a private entry. Guest may request for guest not to stay on second floor for additional cost.
The host can arrange additional cleaning service for guests staying long-term (5 days or more).
The 2.5 bathrooms included three showers and one soaking tub and half bath
House manual
There’s a manual in a binder on the kitchen counter. Most significantly pertaining to water activities it is critical and required to wear life jackets when on the canal or in the bay. If life jackets are not worn you could be cited by the Coast Guard. Life jackets are next to the TV in family room and in the dock box. Note that theres a swimming pool, jacuzzi and a large fish tank which requires a brief maintenance weekly. While someone will not enter the home, we appreciate your cooperation in allowing them to perform maintenance duties peripherally or if any equipment need repairs the technician will enter through a seperate gate without interrupting the guests. We only notify the guest if they need to get inside the house not the yard . This is a large home and we need guests cooperation to keep it in good conditionIf rules are not honored, guests will be asked to leave and will not receive a refund from the host. It is significant to note that due to some bad apples in the past, we are enforcing rules with greater scrutiny, and ask for honesty and transparency in an effort to help honor and preserve the tranquility of the community, especially with homes across the canal that absorb amplified sound that travels across the canal. For safety of our guests we have outdoor security cameras in front of driveway, court yard , back yard.
Thank you for respecting our community!
PARKING : 2-4 parking spots available in driveway (depending on your advanced Tetris skills ). No more than 3
cars can park on the street. There are 24 hour parking spots on the street if you can find parking or you may park over night in public parking in the adjacent park parking lot.
No ragers allowed.
Family gathering or smaller civilized gatherings are allowed pending a conversation and clarity on safety guidelines.

Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven is located in San Rafael. Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Spa, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Villa features Pet Friendly, Spa, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the San Rafael has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in San Rafael, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
Activities
  • Kayak on site
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Baby monitor
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: guests to sign liability waiver form
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 85-2989037 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: 85-2989037

Reviews

Michelle F.
Aug 29, 2025 11:40:26 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had an incredible stay at this property and Sherry was very responsive, warm, and attentive property manager making sure we had everything we need to have a great weekend. The sun was out each day with both beautiful views on the water, and the property was set up to support our group of 13 girls as we reconnected and celebrated one another. There were ample places to host small activities (tv room, dining room, outside) as well as alcoves for opportunities to reconnect or get some space on your own. I also arranged ahead of time with Sherry to bring a backyard caterer and all the gals had a great time dining near the pool and enjoying sunset. As far as decor and kitchen equipment, this place had it all -- there were two fridges, two dishwashers, and closets full of any bedding/sheets we may need. We had such a great time many of us are considering coming back to make it annual thing. We had a small ant situation at the start but it was dealt with swiftly -- and Sherry took great care to ensure we had all the things that we need to fit even fit our theme of the event well ahead of time and throughout. Highly recommend this place for folks looking for a getaway.
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