Holiday rentals with beach access in San Rafael

This was perfect for our stay. Being able to wake up to a view of the ocean with my cup of coffee was just what I needed to be totally relaxed on my vacation. The bnb was spacious and accommodating.

Gary's place was exactly as described. Absolutely perfect location in a great little town. Gary was a excellent host and was very accommodating and understanding with a mix-up (on my end). My only hesitation on recommending Gary's place is that I want it to be available when we come back!! :) Highly recommended and would absolutely stay again!

This cute little ground-floor apartment is right around the corner from downtown Alameda, making it easy to walk to shops and restaurants or just around the neighborhood admiring the fascinating architecture. The apartment is clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully equipped with toiletries and office supplies in case you forget something. Though some noise is inevitable from the main house above, the occupants took care to minimize it, and it was not an issue for us. Bathtub notes: There is plentiful hot water and a great showerhead. The tub, however, is straight-backed and not comfortable for lounging.

pleasant decor, all the amenities you could need (Laundromat just next door), friendly neighbors, soft bed, shower has great pressure and all the hot water, even some tequila in the cupboard! 😅 Only thing I could complain about is it gets HOT in there on a hot day but just open the doors and hit the fans. Oh and such nice gardening, fragrant flowers everywhere. Thanks Kyle!

We had a great stay at Edmund's lovely home. The place was as described, and we had everything we needed. Edmund was a wonderful host - very communicative, responsive and thoughtful. The location is serene and it was really nice to have a garage for our car. Highly recommend staying here.

Beautiful little spot nestled on the hillside! Loved the proximity to downtown San Rafael yet it felt like you were a world away on a secluded little street. You could feel the great care the owners have put into the unit - all high quality with thoughtful touches. I appreciated the well-stocked kitchen, and the bed was super comfortable. The hosts were kind and welcoming. My only regret is not having more time to spend on the deck with the view!

Super charming place with amazing landscaping, ideal location, and exactly as described. Katina was communicative and friendly. Will almost certainly stay there again.

Place was great and Brad answered all our questions promptly. Great views from the rooftop deck.

We had a magical multigenerational stay at Locke's house in Inverness with my husband, three year old and my parents. We visit Pt Reyes regularly and the location is absolutely perfect, quick walk across the road to Chicken Ranch Beach for kids to romp around, a quick drive into Pt Reyes station for dinner, and easy access to all the wonderful Pt Reyes trails. The house itself was cosy, quiet, had amazing views from the deck (and was sunny most of the day which is rare on this side of Tomales bay!) and felt like a real home. We really liked having the separate cottage to provide a bit more privacy and quiet with a young kiddo with us, and we found the kitchen was well equipped for cooking in the evenings. The only very minor challenge we had was trying to heat the cottage and main house evenly as they are on the same heating system, and the nights were chilly during our visit. Definitely staying here again on future trips to Pt Reyes.

The house was perfect for a relaxing vacation. The neighborhood has beautiful greenery with ocean views that help relax your soul. The place was well equipped with all your needs. The location was perfect. Easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Muir Woods, private beach, etc. Even though we did venture out sightseeing, we were also happy to just be at the Airbnb and enjoy the house and location.

You could not find a better location at Muir Beach, which in itself is the perfect get away for those of us living in San Francisco. We loved it so much, we've rebooked for a weekend in September. It's the perfect size and layout for a couple and every room except the bathroom has a stunningly beautiful view of beach and waves and when clear, Sutro tower and the western part of San Francisco. A true romantic get away. Even 2 fireplaces and hot tub! We spent most of weekend not going anywhere except for a walk on the beach.

Just right for my husband and myself and our little pup!

Liping was a wonderful host — very responsive and provided clear, easy-to-follow instructions throughout our stay. The place was just what we needed, and we were happy to have stayed there. Would definitely consider staying again in the future!

We had a fabulous holiday celebration with my extended family in the home. One bedroom was below the garage which was perfect for our younger children who go to bed early. The garage has a flipable pool table and ping pong - which was wonderful.

Jeff's old victorian home is beautiful. Walls decorated with paintings and details that give warm and cozy ambiance. The big backyard gives you room to stretch n breathe. We got sweet oranges to enjoy with bfast too. Restaurants were within 15-30 minutes walking distance. Roomy driveway. The only drawback is the one bathroom. Taking turn for shower took a while for 4 of us.

Laura was a great host, very accommodating and responsive, and had helpful suggestions of things to do in the neighborhood. The place was very clean and cozy, had everything we needed to feel at home for a few days.

We had a great stay at this Airbnb! The place was immaculately clean upon arrival, which we really appreciated. The host was fantastic—friendly, responsive, and very accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed. The location is also a huge plus—just two blocks from a beautiful park, perfect for a morning stroll or some fresh air. One thing to note is that this unit is on the third floor, which was fine for us but did come with some challenges. We have two small children, and it was difficult at times to keep them quiet for the tenants below. If you’re traveling with little ones, just be mindful that noise can carry. Also, the WiFi was not working during our stay, which was a bit inconvenient, but hopefully, that was just a temporary issue. Overall, a great stay in a well-kept space with a wonderful host. Would definitely recommend!

Totally recommend this place. Pacifica is a peaceful location, yet quick and easy to get into downtown San Francisco.

Very comfortable, clean and fully equipped place. We felt like staying at friends’ house.

We had a great time staying at Melanie Joy's place. The location can't be beat, and her place was clean and spacious for the two of us. Would recommend for a nice stay in peaceful in Pacifica.

Nancy’s home was so comfortable and welcoming to my 5 year old daughter and me. We enjoyed just hanging out in the sunny living room and then exploring the neighborhood. This was the perfect place for a long weekend visit. Beach, restaurants, public transportation… all right at your fingertips!

Had a great time, View was amazing! We thought the tram was awesome.

I have rented many apartments in San Francisco and this is by far the best! The steps up are quite steep but the spectacular view makes the climb worthwhile. The apartment is spacious and nicely furnished. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you will need and there is a washer and dryer. Jeff was a very responsive, friendly and helpful host. I will try to book this apartment every time I travel to San Francisco and cannot recommend it highly enough!

The residence far exceeded my expectations. Very clean. Everything I needed to “live” a week there, felt like home