Romantic Onsen Retreat Mid-Century Suite, Pool, Views, Sauna! | Apartment in San Rafael

10.0 (3 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  2 Guests
Santa Venetia Apartment | Romantic Onsen Retreat Mid-Century Suite, Pool, Views, Sauna!

1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Venetia, San Rafael

Beautifully renovated California Mid-Century Modern secluded guest studio with adjacent therapeutic sauna included. Warm modern design, cabin-like feel with sweeping panoramic views. Hiking & biking with scenic bay views at your footsteps - mid-way between SF and Wine Country!
NOTE: Keyboard piano is no longer in the unit due to wine spill.
The space:
Secluded & sunny Mid-Century Modern guest house. Newly remodeled top floor studio cabin (there is a private studio also on the first floor) with a kitchenette, luxurious Tuft and Needle Mint queen size mattress, premium linens, and attached remodeled bathroom with shower stall (newer than photos). Pool and Red Cedar Sauna available for your use!
Pool available for use (shared with other two-person guest unit and property owners) when it isn't raining (it typically only rains Nov-May in NorCal :). We have solar heat activated for pool in the May - November. We can heat the pool for an additional fee, just inquire. The pool is not suitable for children and infants for safety reasons and depth.
Towels and linens are provided. Fully furnished kitchenette with two burner electric stove, oven/microwave and refrigerator included as well as complimentary coffee/tea and light healthy snacks. A small dining table with two chairs for your convenience. A shared cedar dry sauna is included for guests to use..
We are gay friendly hosts.
15 minute walk to China Camp State Park, mountain biking, hiking, lots of wild-life. 20 min drive to Golden Gate bridge and San Francisco. Native california trees at your footsteps mixed with fig, pomegranate and lemon trees around you.
Guest access:
Tucked away on the top of a hill with full privacy yet minutes from the highway for easy access to the city. Great starting point to the wine country. Parking spot in front of your guest studio. There are two buildings on each edge of the property separated by a large yard. The first is your charming guest house, the second is the house where we live. Guests are welcome to use that outdoor yard fully.
Other things to note:
China Camp State Park (mountain biking heaven) and historic park/beaches, Muir Woods National Monument, Point Reyes National Seashore, west Marin oyster farms, Mount Tam hiking trails and beautiful Marin beaches are nearby.
We have security cameras on the property pointed at the driveway and front yard/entry.
Safe, ample street parking is available at the bottom; just park and walk up a short gravel path (less than 30 seconds uphill) to access the property.

Romantic Onsen Retreat Mid-Century Suite, Pool, Views, Sauna! is located in Santa Venetia. Romantic Onsen Retreat Mid-Century Suite, Pool, Views, Sauna! provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Apartment features Air Conditioner, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Romantic Onsen Retreat Mid-Century Suite, Pool, Views, Sauna! has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 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 Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, 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. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Santa Venetia has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Santa Venetia, 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
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shower
  • Bidet
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bedroom
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smoke-free property
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children
  • English
  • Near the bay
  • On the river
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Spa
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
This property does not allow children.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 078730 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: 078730

Reviews

ASTRID G.
Jun 14, 2025 11:51:27 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: It was amazing. The pool was perfect. The hosts were great
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