✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa. Sleeps 19-21 | House in San Rafael
8 Bedroom House in Los Ranchitos, San Rafael
Established and trusted since 2007, Marin Vista House is Remodeled and back for 2026 better than ever!
✨ The Marin Vista House: A View Retreat Home sleeping 11-19 comfortably (*up to 21)✨
Come gather in an expansive and private estate in prestigious Marin County, California, designed for large group gatherings. With **8 (7+ Large Loft area) dedicated bedrooms and 3 baths, comfortably hosts 19 guests (up to 21 upon request/fold-beds provided/fee)**. Perfect choice for Corporate Retreats, Family Reunions, & Multi-Generational Get-Togethers
🏠 The moment you step inside, the vacation begins, defined by spaciousness and stunning panoramic views. The open and warm floor plan is characterized by magnificent Redwood beams and a towering 25-foot vaulted ceiling in the main great room. The open, American-style view kitchen seamlessly flows into this great room and directly onto the view decks, ensuring the chef is never far from the action or the scenery.
Skylights filter in soft natural light, highlighting the wide, open views of Marin’s Lucas Valley Mountains and the end of the San Francisco Bay. Super spacious common areas ensure everyone can spread out and feel at home. Groups will love convening by the fireplace, breaking away to the fun, semi-private loft, or simply relaxing on the view-filled decks. Come stay, be together, and be inspired by the natural surroundings.
📍 Premier Central Bay Area Location (San Rafael, Marin County)
Centrally nestled in prestigious Marin County, The Marin Vista House is situated in a peaceful Los Ranchitos neighborhood, a unique area characterized by large, private, 1+ acre estates. This safe, gorgeous location, offers a true sense of escape while allowing easy, rapid access to the Bay Area's most desired destinations:
• 🧡 San Francisco: 15–20 minutes gets you to the city's best attractions. Enjoy incredible **Golden Gate Bridge** views on the drive, or take a scenic Marin Ferry tour, passing landmarks like Alcatraz!
• 🧡 Napa Valley Wine Country: Just 20–25 minutes to world-renowned wineries and vineyards.
• 🧡 Local Marin: Enjoy central San Rafael dining and shopping in just 5 minutes! Marin Towns such as Sausalito, Tiburon, and Mill Valley are only 15-20 minutes away. Find great hikes along Sleepy Hollow Ridge Divide right outside your door! - or head to Muir Woods for unforgettable Redwoods!
• 🧡 West Marin: 35–45 minutes to Marin’s agriculture and pristine seashore. Visit iconic towns like Stinson Beach, Tomales Bay, and Point Reyes.
• 🧡 East Bay (Berkeley): Reach the East Bay in approximately 15-20 minutes.
🛌 **Capacity and Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 19 Standard / 21 upon request, extra fee, Fold-beds dressed and fresh provided.)**
We provide comfortable sleeping arrangements across three levels.
To help you coordinate your retreat, here is the breakdown of our **11 (to 13) separate beds** across **8 dedicated sleeping areas**:
**📋 CAPACITY & PLANNING SUMMARY**
• Standard Occupancy: 19 Guests
• Maximum Capacity: 21 Guests
• Total Bed Count: 11 Permanent beds (3 Kings, 3 Queens, 3 Fulls, 1 Twin)
➕ Flexible Options: Up to 2 high-quality folding beds available upon request (extra fee applies/supplied fresh & dressed), bringing the total to 13 separate beds.
🚿 Bathrooms: 3 Full bathrooms (one conveniently located on each level)
🟢 Entry/Main Level (No Steps): Ideal for guests needing access without stairs. These rooms are steps away from the Great Room, Kitchen, and Main View Decks
➜ Bedroom #1: Queen Bed: (sleeps 2) / Thoughtfully furnished and tranquil, this room offers peaceful views of the garden patio and the natural hillside. It is perfectly positioned for those who want effortless, level access to the kitchen, great room, and the sunny front patio.
➜ Bedroom #2: Queen Bed: (sleeps 2) / A bright and inviting room featuring beautiful views of the mountains. Like the rest of the main level, this room is entirely step-free from the home’s entry and provides immediate, easy access to all the main common areas and view decks.
🟢 Lower Level: Every bedroom on this floor features private access through large glass doors to an expansive shared deck, where mountain views and fresh air greet you.
➜ Bedroom #3: Eastern King Bed : (sleeps 2) Suite features expansive sliding glass of mountain scenery. The window slider doors open directly onto large lower deck, offering a grand sense of space and light.
➜ Bedroom #4: Queen Bed (sleeps 2) Serene retreat featuring French doors that lead out to the large viewing deck with seating of the Marin hills.
➜ Bedroom #5: 2 Full Size Beds (sleeps 2 - 4) / Fun and inviting room with two full size beds that sleep up to 4. 8-foot French doors provide a wide-angle view of the mountains with direct access to the outdoor deck and 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. Featuring a Twin bed on the "Library side" and a California King on the opposite side; both can be made secluded by the use of blush velvet privacy curtains. Guests in the loft have easy access to either the Primary Suite bathroom or the Main Level bathroom just a few steps away.
➕ Extra Person/Item Info:
• ✨ Extra Persons (Maximum 2): Up to 2 extra people can be added (bringing the total guest count to 21). A **one-time fee of $125 per person** applies, which **includes a fresh and dressed XL twin Fold-a-bed with a towel set**.
• ✨ Baby Equipment: (upon request only) $95 fee: Includes wash tub, Freshly dressed portable crib, and high chair.
✨ Amenities and Gathering Spaces
Open-concept layout & expansive common areas promote seamless transition from work to relaxation.
🍳 Gourmet Kitchen & Group Dining
Newly remodeled for 2026! Enjoy an Open View American-style kitchen designed to embrace the surrounding views. Kitchen opens directly and almost part of the Great Room and Formal Dining Area- flowing seamlessly.
➜ 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.
➜ Fully Stocked for 25: No need to bring the basics. We provide a formal **Oneida Silverware** set, complete **dinnerware for 25**, and a full suite of professional chef’s tools, knives, and cookware. Loads of group server-ware.
➜ Seating for the Whole Group:
• Formal Dining Table: Seats 10–12
• Custom Built-in Booth: Seats 8-10
• Center Island Bar: Seats 4
🏠 Comfort & Technology: Great for groups with different requirements.
• Climate Control: Stay comfortable year-round with Mini Splits throughout Main and Upper level. Lower Level has Individual thermostat temperature control = Guests also enjoy a cozy electric log fireplace in the Great Room.
• Connectivity: High-speed Broadband Wireless Internet, Cable TV, 72" LED Smart TV.
🌳 Grounds & View Decks
Grounds: Enjoy 1.5 acres of private, natural scenery. Wildlife sightings are common (Rabbits, Deer, Turkeys, Great Horned Owls). 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): Take in the stunning vistas from three distinct outdoor spaces:
🟢 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.
🔑 Parking: 7-8 cars total
• Garage: 2
• Driveway: 3
• Cul-de-sac: 2-3
🛑 **House Rules**: Respecting the Retreat
To maintain the tranquil nature of this residential community, all guests must observe Marin County rules and the following policies:
➜ Strict Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM are strictly enforced.
➜ Guest Limits: Maximum of 5 daytime visitors are allowed beyond the staying guests.
➜ Catering Policy: All catering vendors must be approved by management with Vendor details submitted and approved at least 30 days prior to check-in. The approved caterer must provide a general liability policy to cover against damage or accident to the home.
🏠 Remodel Notes: Curious to What’s New?
The Marin Vista Home layout remains the same, but the home has been elevated with a stunning new kitchen (complete with a cozy booth) and fresh, modern updates throughout.
• New Pella Windows installed throughout home.
• Mini Splits throughout Main and Upper level. (Lower Level has Individual thermostat temperature control)
• Electric log fireplace in Great Room: Electric logs with display fire options and heat generation.
• Completely NEW Kitchen layout and appliances! Designed for groups to enjoy the view.
• Updated Bathroom vanities and colors.
• New lighting
• New House colors and furnishings throughout
🧡 Marin Vista Welcomes you and invites your group to make Marin Vista Retreat the setting for your next treasured memory. 🧡
✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa Sleeps 19-21 is located in Los Ranchitos. ✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa Sleeps 19-21 provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
✨Amzg Views- 8BR, Spacious&Private, Central Marin, Easy to SF/Napa Sleeps 19-21 has 8 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 21 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 rated it 3, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Los Ranchitos has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Los Ranchitos, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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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 note from host: 22 max - up to 25 daytime only onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 this property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products