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The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit!

The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit!

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Exterior
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Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library

Overview of The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit!

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Bolinas, CA
  • Popular LocationBolinas Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationBolinas Lagoon7 min drive
  • Popular LocationStinson Beach16 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)91 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
1000 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower

About this property

Entire place

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

The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit!

When Sha Sha was a young adult she made a doll house just like this with hand cut furniture and homemade sewn coverlets, and arched windows. This is an old redwood house, the bottom half built in 1910 as a garage ,and hotdog stand.The upper half is tall and airey,built when we bought it,as well as the little porch room.The cottage has antiques amongst a timeless and soothing quality to being surrounded by wooden redwood timbers and beams.
We are just 200 steps from the Bolinas Beach and the town and in the middle of one of the most beautiful locations in California nestled between a national and state parks.
This cottage serves as a place for open studio,students to stay during workshops,and also as a home for visitors to rent for the weekend or week,or to trade for a home abroad.Nestled at the base of a 40 acre quail reserve,there is naturally privacy out back as if you were in the forest.
Rooms: 2 bedroom with lots a creative architectural spaces with arched windows that opens up into an expansive upstairs after ascending a set of troll stairs into a loft space which can easily become cozy sleeping areas.
upstairs loft study studio,enclosed porch room,1 claw foot bathtub,outdoor Japanese hot tub, intimately sleeps 4-6. Pets allowed.Beds: 1 queen bed, 2 queen futon couch-beds,2 single futon-couch
Bath/Shower: 1 claw foot tub/shower with personal warm water bidet,Japanese Hot Tub
perfectly located between the natural splendor of the coastal parks and the cosmopolitan charms of San Francisco, You are one hour from the major San Francisco museums, 2 minutes from the beach and trails,and the town of Bolinas,Muir Woods,half hour from oysteris in Point Reyes , and one hour quarter from the heart of the wine country.You can surf in the morning, shop for fine organic food at the Bolinas Peoples Store and eat in Point Reyes restaurant for lunchtime. Spend the evening at the ballet, the opera or hear some of the best live music at Sweet Water in Mill Valley 30 minutes away.. Or best of all, just relax and barbecue in the peace and quiet of the environs of the house, especially on a stormy evening.
Yet still there are all the modern conveniences of a fancy hotel and more, including cozy bedding feather pillows, electric blankets, 2012 new washer drier, wireless high speed internet,unlimited nationwide calls, subscription to ‘netflicks,’ 2 flat screen tv’s ,stereo,cards,games,etc.
Kitchen has antique gas range,electric oven,microwave, coffee maker,fresh organic coffee and cream,blender,waffle iron,comprehensive set of cooking utensils and spices,antique french telephones for local calls or unlimited nationwide calls.
Time Warp Cozy handcrafted two story house breaming on the edge of a private quail reserve, yet located only 200 steps from Bolinas Beach and one block from Bolinas Village near shops. Charming cozy rustic spirit redwood cottage downstairs with old fashioned arched windows upstairs with European feel antiques wide and open views on all sides, unique staircase to views of Bolinas Ridge. This does not have a view of the ocean but you can walk to the ocean in a couple of minutes for evening strolls.
Downstairs floor plan has one bedroom, handmade stone hearth, old fashioned kitchen with gas stove, full claw foot tub bath with warm water bidet and lounge. Also we have a new outdoor Japanese soaking bath situated in the forest.

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Enjoy the afternoon sun on an enclosed porch bedroom listening to chimes and the wind/reading den with lots of windows,skylights, cubbies, and wooden carvings from Indonesia,bamboo. Or walk out onto a deck to relax privately . There is also a garden with and Japanese hot tub with open land behind. You are secluded but in the village.It is expecially intimate at night with the stone hearth and handmade felt rugs,like entering another era ,yet all the modern amenities,even heated rugs.
You can also cook a meal to enjoy with guests and have them stay over. Organic Coffee,tea,cream,and cereals,spices,syrup,butter are provided. We have oil,spices,vinegar,etc. We have a local health food store 'the Bolinas Peoples Store' where you can buy fine organics right down the street from our house.The upstairs loft/second story overlooks the floor below if you need to be private but aware of your children or friends. It is the home of an international sculptural costume artist,Sha Sha Higby. Scroll down below to see more pictures at the websight link.
Nestled between three National Natural Wildlife parks, it is great place to spend the day hiking in Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods State Parks, Pt Reyes National Seashore. You can walk along Bolinas Beach, find and dine oysters in Pt Reyes, great cuisine at the local restaurants,or spend the day writing,drawing, or visiting shops of local artisans. You can make a dramatic trip along Highway 1 to visit San Francisco for the day.
Pets accepted.

This Cottage Home sleeps very comfortably, four people that know each other.Welcome! We’re committed to enhanced cleaning protocol, which was developed in partnership with experts in health and hospitality. Here’s what we’ve done to clean and sanitize the space: You might want to take your shoes off in the house.
We use disinfectants approved by global health agencies to help prevent the spread of COVID-19
Protective equipment We wore protective equipment, like a mask and gloves, while cleaning
Cleaning supplies on hand We provide extra cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay, but please no bleach on the bidet use only provided Meyers soap.
Each room was cleaned using extensive cleaning checklists
All high-touch surfaces have been sanitized, such as doorknobs, cabinets and light switches
When you checkout You might put your linens in the washer for the protection of the cleaner. Turn off all heaters when leaving.
Thank you!!

Property manager

Sha Sha Higby,Albert Hollander

Languages

English, Indonesian, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Bolinas

Located in Bolinas, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Reyes National Seashore and Muir Woods National Monument. Travelling with kids? Consider Stinson Beach Books, or check out an event or a game at Marin Bocce Federation. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bolinas Beach - 9 min walk
  • Bolinas Lagoon - 7 min drive
  • Stinson Beach - 16 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 19 min drive
  • Upton Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 49 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Parkside Cafe - 11 min drive
  • Breakers Café - 11 min drive
  • Mountain Home Inn - 24 min drive
  • Coast Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Parkside Snack Bar - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Bolinas Cottage-Just a Minit! located?

This family-friendly Bolinas cottage is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bolinas Museum and Bolinas Beach. Bolinas Lagoon is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Roz C., San Francisco, California

Liked: Cleanliness
A couple of thoughts
We were very much looking forward to our stay. The "hobbit" house (self proclaimed) was a perfect get away from the city. The house was clean and cozy. What we weren't expecting was 1) issues with the propane heater that caused us to question whether we were dealing with some type of gas leak (my partner and I both woke up with extreme migraines and the dog vomited out of the blue) and 2) a lack of outlets but a concerning number of extension cords leading us to be worried of a safety hazard. To be fair, we did not contact the owners before we left, but we did email them as we were leaving, about 16 hours after we got there. I am sure that some people wouldn't mind the issues we found as problems, but it is important for renters to have all of the information.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

elysa m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gettaway perfection
If you want a perfect getaway in bolinas staying in a work of art. this is it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect place, perfect location, perfect size, perfect weather. What’s not to love?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily C., Old Lyme, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness
Living in a work of art
Of course the location is perfect, the hosts gracious and welcoming and the fairytale magic is unique. Tiny and cozy, living in the dollhouse of our dream my sister and I enjoyed the unexpected luxury (heated toilet seat!) modern convenience automatic lights, plants and flowers…and BOlinas of course. My sister and I are small old ladies yet we used the outside stairs which are convenient. It’s like living on a boat.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique retreat near the coast
Really unique and cozy stay! Loved how fun the layout of this cottage was and the location right in town and so close to the beach. Wasn’t able to get the outdoor soaking tub to get hot water on my last night, but the indoor tub was just as nice surrounded by all those plants! Be cognizant that if you’re a party or 2 + there are water restrictions, but I’d say for 1-2 people it would be perfect. Would definitely be happy to come back again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edith M., WALNUT CREEK

Liked: Cleanliness
The most unique living space imaginable
Sha Sha’s cottage overflows with her family of masks and sculptures, who welcome you at every turn, inside and in the garden. Her cottage blends hi-tech with antique—like big new washer and drier, fancy bidet, large tv’s with a zillion channels, a pair of totally cosy remote controlled recliners, microwave and electric kettle, next to antique paintings and furniture…in a hobbit house with handmade staircase, Japanese soaking tub, all graced with lush fabrics and plants and handmade tiles and Sha Sha’s very amazing art pieces. We experienced her cottage during huge storms with power outages and flooding but still found our time there very special. I can envision the cottage in warm weather as absolutely delicious!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

chloe P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful relaxing stay
I had the most peaceful, relaxing time in this cozy cabin. I will absolutely come again when I need a little getaway ♡ if I could give the experience 100 starts I would!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, charming cottage!
Will be back for sure, thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy quirky retreat
Funky little redwood cabin with lots of character. Very Bolinas cool. Not as great for tall folks. Enjoyed the coyote serenade!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Lovely place near the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022