Consider a stay at ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21 and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
8 bedrooms3 bathrooms4100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21
At Marin Vista Retreat, guests can enjoy 270° Views that span over Lucas Valley mountains, end of SF Bay, to Napa Valley.
Perfect for Corporate Retreats, Professional Presentations, Family Reunions, and gatherings!
The Marin Vista House is a private, gated 1.5-acre estate in a neighborhood designed for large-scale gathering and inspiration.
Located just 15 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and 20 minutes from Napa Valley, this 7+ Bedroom / 3 Bath retreat offers 270° views and the space to comfortably host up to 21 guests. Whether you are hosting a culinary demonstration in our open "American-style" gourmet kitchen or a strategy session on our massive view decks, this is the ultimate Bay Area for your corporate or family reunion retreat!
*Note for 2026: This expansive home has been upgraded throughout with new kitchen layout, furnishings, windows and bathroom remodels! Your group will enjoy top amenities in an updated, cozy, natural environment.
Great central Location: • San Francisco: 15–20 minutes • Downtown San Rafael: 5 minutes • Sausalito, Tiburon, and or Mill Valley only 15 minutes! • Napa Valley Wine Country: 20 minutes (to first tasting Vinyard) • West Marin: 35–45 minutes • East Bay (Berkeley/Oakland): 20 minutes: UC Berkley, Oakland Zoo, Oakland International Airport.
Hiking/Biking/Nature: • Neighborhood Hke access to Sorich Ranch / Sleepy Hollow Divide. • China Camp State park - just 6 minutes from house • McInnis Park / Recreation - Mini Golf, Gold Range, Batting cages, & Bird watching/walking! - just 6 minutes
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Amenities:
- Professional Appliances: 48” Sub-Zero Refrigerator, a 2-oven, 5 burner gas range, Large 30” microwave drawer, and an Automatic Espresso machine. A 10 Qt Crock-Pot is also provided for effortless group meal prep, along with other kitchen essentials.
- Kitchen is Fully Stocked for 25!
Seating: • Formal Dining Table: Seats 10–12 • Custom Built-in Booth: Seats 8-10 • Center Island Bar: Seats 4
- Climate Control: Stay comfortable year-round with Mini Splits throughout Main and Upper level. Lower Level has Individual thermostat temperature control.
The Sunny Front Patio seamlessly connects to the home's main spaces and Main Deck, featuring a large outdoor deck tables and seating.
View Decks (3 Total): - Main Deck: Large extension of the Great Room, offering amazing views and plenty of seating. - Lower Deck: Four of the lower-level bedrooms each have direct access to this large deck with seating and great views. - Upper Deck: The Primary Suite's private deck with seating and panoramic views.
CAPACITY & PLANNING SUMMARY: • Occupancy: 10-19 Guests (10 separate beds- see room description below). • Max Capacity: 2 extra people can be added (bringing total guest count to 21) ++ Extra Person/Item Info: (Maximum 2): one-time fee of $125 per person applies & includes a fresh and dressed XL twin Fold-a-bed with a towel set.
• Total Bed Count: 10 Permanent beds (3 Kings, 3 Queens, 3 Fulls, 1 Twin) - Extra 2 Fold beds can be added/extra person = 13 beds (fee applies per person)
BEDROOM DESCRIPTIONS:
Entry/Main Level (No Steps): These rooms have level access to Paio, Great Room, Kitchen, and Main View Decks.
- Bedroom #1: Queen Bed: (sleeps 2) / Garden/ patio view. and the natural hillside. Effortless, level access to the kitchen, great room, View decks and front patio.
- Bedroom #2: Queen Bed: (sleeps 2) / Beautiful Mountain views & entirely step-free with easy access to all the main common areas and view decks.
Lower Level: All 4 bedrooms have private access to an expansive View deck with seating.
- Bedroom #3: Eastern King Bed : (sleeps 2) Access to large viewing deck with seating - Bedroom #4: Queen Bed (sleeps 2) Access to large viewing deck with seating
- Bedroom #5: 2 Full Size Beds (sleeps 2 - 4) / Fun and inviting room with two full size beds that sleep up to 4. Access to large viewing deck with seating.
- Bedroom #6: Full Size Bed (sleeps 2) / Cozy, secluded escape with its own side-door access to the deck and vistas.
Upper Level: This level serves as the home’s highest vantage point, where the architecture truly meets the horizon.
- Bedroom #7 (sleeps 2) -Primary Suite: California King Bed / Bedroom has vaulted ceilings and en-suite View Bathroom. Large sliding glass window doors showcase the mountains, while the private view deck breaks out to the full panorama.
- Loft #8 (Large Bonus Space): (sleeps 3) California King Bed, & Twin Bed / Fun, open-concept loft has incredible house views and overlooks the Great Room.
Grounds: Enjoy 1.5 acres of private, natural scenery. Wildlife sightings are common (Rabbits, Deer, Turkeys, Great Horned Owls).
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
In-room accessibility
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Next to a golf course
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Composting
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Electric car charging station
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Living plant wall
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Property located in a resort
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Solar energy
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 4,100 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Please be considerate of check-in/out times which are put aside for the cleaning team. Checking-out timely lets them do their job/get to other responsibilities of the day. Thank-you in advance. :)
RECYCLING is mandated by County to avoid extra trash charges. Follow procedure detailed in check-in packet at House. Garbage will not be picked up if not done correctly. 80/fee if not collected
Lastly, please let us know if anything gets broken—such as glasses—so future guests can enjoy. Unless the damage is unreasonable, you won’t be charged; we truly appreciate the heads-up! :)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
1. Marin Fire risk: No Outdoor Flames: No fire pits, charcoal grills, or candles. No smoking or vaping on property, inside or outside.
Contract attached - rules of contract apply. Please review.
OCCUPANCY & GUEST LIST
• Standard Occupancy: 19 overnight
• Maximum of 21 guests is permitted (with prior written approval)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
22 max - up to 25 daytime only
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Note from host: 22 max - up to 25 daytime only
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Los Ranchitos, a neighbourhood in San Rafael, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Golden Gate Bridge is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. Falkirk Cultural Center and Book Passage are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our San Rafael travel guide
Is ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21 located?
Located in Los Ranchitos, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market, Marin County Civic Center and Dominican University of California. Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21 Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
It was wonderful to have the whole family together for our son's wedding. The only thing that could have made it better was adding another bathroom. But we were fine and it is a beautiful house with an amazing view.
This property was perfect for our family to meet for Christmas. It has a spacious common room and a kitchen amenable for a crowd. The manager and owner were very responsive with a couple of issues upon check in. It's a little dated from the online description, but has plenty of space. Overall a great experience.
Overall this is a great property. I had 19 guests stay here to attend my son's wedding in Deer Park Villa in Fairfax, CA. MY guests loved the place. Very spacious, excellent views. Doe to rains they could not entirely enjoy. For such a large home, with the incessant rains, my guest did not complain of cold. The heating system worked really well. The property was clean upon check in which was easy. Convenient to all the sights. One small issue was, in the entry level bath room, the sink seemed to drain slowly. This may need to be looked into by the property manager. Otherwise, no issues. I would definitely book this property again for a family gathering.
This property was perfect for our team offsite of 14 people! The great room was huge and dynamic - we were able to move furniture around to accommodate our meetings and presentations, team dinner, a cocktail class, and even a team yoga session! The deck and its views were great for fresh air breaks between sessions. Anna, the property manager, was super responsive, and the process of getting vendors approved through her was relatively easy. Some might say that the fixtures and furniture were a touch outdated, but you honestly will not be able to beat the price of this large and accommodating venue. Everything was immaculately cleaned, and I loved that the kitchen provided more than enough NICE dinnerware for all of our meals. My team was super happy with the experience. Thank you Anna for your hospitality. We hope to be back again! :)
The location and view are fabulous. It is a big house with lots of sleeping options. The dishwasher didn't work well and leaked. The floor was warped by the dishwater due to on-going leaks.
The heating system was not balanced. In one bedroom on the main floor, the furnace sounded like a jet engine and the heat was blown out of the vent at gale force. That bedroom was not usable as the temperature was 10 to 15 degrees warmer than the rest of main floor. The other bedroom on the main floor was also much warmer. The door to that room and the window had to be open to be able to sleep in it.
A kitchen drawer was broken and not usable. A kitchen bar stool was broken also. It is a safety hazard and we were surprised that it was in the kitchen.
It was quite cold in the downstairs bedrooms.
The sliding glass patio door in the upstairs bedroom was very difficult to lock.
There are a number of other maintenance issues at the house.
We stayed at Marin Vista House for a family girls weekend, and this house had plenty of space to accommodate our group of 17. Communication with the property managers was fantastic, they were very responsive when we had a few questions. The house is in a beautiful location with amazing views. Our itinerary included hiking in the redwoods, visitng Napa/Sonoma, and activities in downtown SF so this was a perfect central spot between everything we wanted to do. Would definitely recommend this property to others!
This was the perfect location and everything in the home was exactly as described. The house was perfect for our rehearsal dinner, views were incredible, there was plenty of space and plenty of plates, glasses, and cutlery. If you are a chef, bring your own knives and platters - not enough of these.
We had a great time nonetheless.
Perfect Location for San Francisco and Sonoma Visit
I booked this house because of the location and the number of beds.
I was taking my family on a trip for my 60th birthday celebration along with my sister's 55th and my sister in law's 50th. There were 11 adults and 5 children.
The rooms were wonderful and everyone had a bed to sleep in.
The views from the terraces are amazing!
The location is perfect if you are going to San Francisco and nearby towns - Stinson Beach, Berkeley, Sonoma, Napa...
Pam H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Audrey B.
10 Jun 2019
Perfect
This home was absolutely perfect for our wedding weekend. It was comfy, clean, and had nice open areas perfect for congregating. The house was well equipped with cooking and grilling utensils. The only slight inconvenience we had was a neighbor coming to the property to scold us about parking; however based on the owner's parking guides and our own review of the City's street parking limitations and official maps, we knew we weren't violating any parking limitations. We tried our best to placate her anyway and moving the cars into a different configuration seemed to satisfy her. All of us were truly sad to leave this house come check-out. It did a wonderful job of creating a "home" for us that weekend. The hosts were easy to get in contact with as well!
Audrey B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane T.
9 May 2019
Amazing views
Easy to access, house clean and in great condition.
Diane T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 May 2019
Wonderful Time and View
Our team and clients highly enjoyed the location and place overall. It was clean, well taken care of and definitely a great view. The space also was a great feature as we had a fairly large turnout. Everything was easily available locally and the guests definitely were very appreciative. Thank you!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victoria B.
27 Apr 2019
Girls weekend getaway
We had 15 people staying for a weekend and had a great time. Plenty of beds, well equipped kitchen, beautiful outdoor space. We especially enjoyed the open common area.
Victoria B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather G.
24 Apr 2019
Beautiful location.
We had a great stay. All as advertised. Easy drive to San Francisco and up to wine country.
Heather G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura D.
6 Mar 2019
Perfect for our Book Club get away!
We felt like we were away from it all! There was plenty of room for us to lounge with coffee in the mornings, sit around the table after our wonderful dinners, enough beds for everyone to be comfortable, and extra space for our puzzles & crafts!
After returning from a walk up & down the hills we had a brief encounter with a neighbor who informed us we had too many cars (we only had 8) we moved 2 cars in to the garage to appease her.
A lovely place for a large group!
Laura D.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles S.
16 Jan 2019
Property was great for a big group
Everything was great at the house. We really enjoyed the stay and the kitchen was great for cooking for a big group.
Charles S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lannette L.
10 Dec 2018
Nice Retreat space for work
The house has a gorgeous view and is very accommodating to large groups. We felt very comfortable there and had all th immenities of home. The wildlife was very plentiful during our stay and if you wanted to drive down to the town for dinner, there was alot to choose from. The city was also a short drive and was easily accessed through the drive.
Lannette L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Allison B.
9 Aug 2018
Everything was great! Super responsive host, and beautiful house for a group.
Our stay at this in-house was great. I absolutely recommend it to anyone with a large group. Plenty of outdoor and indoor space for people to spread out. Beautiful views, comfy beds, and fully equipped. The host was super responsive. We only had one issue (couldn’t find the coffee pot), which she resolved immediately by having someone drop one off. It was great.
Thank you!!
Allison B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Edwin Q.
7 Jun 2018
Great place and amazing views.
We had great time. Wonderful view.
Edwin Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
28 Sept 2017
Amazing!
We rented Anna's place for our wedding party for our wedding weekend, and it was perfect. Gorgeous views, beautiful and spacious rooms, and great location close to our venue. Anna was wonderful in communicating via email leading up to the weekend, which was very helpful. Would highly recommend!
Michelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
24 Jun 2017
Excellent venue for large family gathering
I rented the Marin Vista House for my significant other's 80th surprise birthday party. Our family of 19 included 2 toddlers and a baby. The comfortable bedrooms provided privacy for everyone while the spacious living room allowed ample space for us to spend time together without being crowded, and for the children to play. An especially nice touch was the fireplace, stocked with wood, which helped with ambience on a rainy day. The view from the wrap around decks was incredible, not just during the day but also for star gazing and a night cap with a cigar! A fully equipped kitchen made it fun to cook and easy for the caterer to do his magic. The house was located close enough for us to walk to the farmer's market in town on Saturday morning. All in all a memorable experience for the whole family!
Susan S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Natasha D.
12 Jun 2017
Fabulous visit at Marin Retreat
My husband and I organized a weekend reunion of friends at the Marine Retreat. We had 11 people and couldn't have been more comfortable. Anna is extremely easy to get in touch with, but once we were there, we found the whole place stocked with everything we needed to enjoy the weekend to the fullest extent without ever needing to reach out.
Natasha D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Matt C.
7 May 2017
Perfect house for a large group
We stayed in this home for a wedding and had the entire wedding party and their plus-ones staying in the home. It is the perfect house for a large group of people. We had 20 staying and everyone slept comfortably with no complaints.
The great room that includes the living room, kitchen, and dining room is perfect for hosting so many people and it makes the home feel very spacious and open. The outdoor patios are great for relaxing and enjoying the amazing views.
This house helped make the wedding weekend exceptional and the bride and groom were very grateful.
Matt C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Edith E.
24 Jan 2017
Perfect Christmas reunion house
The house fit our family's need of a secluded get away vacation home. The house is amazing as described and more as in their website. The house was nice, spacious and very clean and set up to our needs for a group of 20. The view is amazing too. The rooms are large and we slept comfortably, have our own beds. We felt as if we were in our own house. We stayed for 5 days and 4 nights and cooked all meals in their gourmet kitchen. It was well stocked with all the kitchen supplies that we need. Costco and other major supermarkets are nearby. We had a wonderful Christmas celebration. The manager Anna is very helpful and accommodating to our requests. Thank you.
Edith E.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
2 Dec 2016
Jana Norby
Our stay at the Marin Vista House was perfect! There were 20 of us coming to the bay area for a destination wedding. We came in from Kansas, Colorado, and Washington State. The location of the house was perfect for wine tasting, the redwood park, the Golden Gate Bridge and the ferry ride into San Francisco. The house met the needs of our group ranging in age from 1 to 67. The set up was perfect for the adults to "socialize" into the wee hours without disturbing the sleeping children (and the less energetic adults). The interaction of the generations in the family atmosphere was priceless. Memories will last a lifetime! The kitchen set up made feeding a large group easy. The management was easy to work with, responsive and very informative. I highly recommend this property and should we be back in the area, I wouldn't hesitate to book our stay here.