Relax in Fairfax quiet cottage in the redwoods.
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About this property
Our cozy 1921 cottage apartment is located in a quiet neighborhood beneath 19 200 foot redwood trees. In Fairfax, you're not too far from anything!The town of Fairfax is a wonderful combination of boho arts, yoga, mountain bike riders,farme...
Location
Located in Fairfax, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. Rebound Bookstore and Falkirk Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Garden
Guest reviews of Relax in Fairfax quiet cottage in the redwoods.
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Reviews of Relax in Fairfax quiet cottage in the redwoods. highlight a clean, cozy hideaway in the redwoods, secluded yet a 10-15 minute walk to downtown Fairfax, hosted by a responsive Teresa and convenient for Marin sights and weddings.
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Reviews of Relax in Fairfax quiet cottage in the redwoods. highlight a clean, cozy hideaway in the redwoods, secluded yet a 10-15 minute walk to downtown Fairfax, hosted by a responsive Teresa and convenient for Marin sights and weddings.
Guests note cozy interiors, comfortable beds and sofa bed, and a quiet setting that makes for restful nights; a couple of reviewers found the pillows flat. The kitchen is frequently described as well stocked for simple cooking, and touches like skylights, a small porch and a fireplace, plus deer and a nearby creek, enhance the tranquil atmosphere. Overall, expect a peaceful, well-run retreat in Marin with warm, responsive hosting.
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Facilities
Many guests highlight a well stocked kitchen with cooking basics, along with cozy features like skylights, a small porch/deck, a fireplace, and a nearby creek. Several note the cottage stays cool under the redwoods even without AC.
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Michele G.
Feb 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Teresa's cottage is amazing! I went for a weekend with 3 friends and we had such a nice time. The property is lovely, with tall redwoods and even its own babbling brook right next to the little deck - a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee in the morning and tea and meditation in the evening. It's also an easy walk to the super charming downtown area with cafes, restaurants and unique, quirky shops. I'm hoping to come back with my family (including 2 teenagers who would love the town) for another weekend. And Teresa is a delightful host - she was so kind and gracious when we accidentally locked ourselves out and had to call on her to help us get in. :) I can't recommend her place highly enough!!
Teresa's cottage is amazing! I went for a weekend with 3 friends and we had such a nice time. The property is lovely, with tall redwoods and even its own babbling brook right next to the little deck - a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee in the morning and tea and meditation in the evening. It's also an easy walk to the super charming downtown area with cafes, restaurants and unique, quirky shops. I'm hoping to come back with my family (including 2 teenagers who would love the town) for another weekend. And Teresa is a delightful host - she was so kind and gracious when we accidentally locked ourselves out and had to call on her to help us get in. :) I can't recommend her place highly enough!!
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Mary Lee T.
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This cottage was so sweet! It was a perfect space for three senior sisters. The beds were comfy. The property was filled with mature redwoods, which were beautiful, and kept the cottage cool without AC. I highly recommend this property.
This cottage was so sweet! It was a perfect space for three senior sisters. The beds were comfy. The property was filled with mature redwoods, which were beautiful, and kept the cottage cool without AC. I highly recommend this property.
10
Bronte & Esteban
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
10
Beth T.
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
I stayed here as I was finishing up my last MFA residency at Dominican University. Fairfax is a lovely, quirky little town and this place - nestled in the redwoods -- is quiet yet close to everything. Teresa was an amazing host -- bottles of water in the fridge, towels, a French press, spices, tea, etc. The cabin itself is sooooo charming, and so comfy - I just loved sitting and drinking my coffee in the a.m. While it doesn't have an oven, it has just about everything else you'd need (hot plate, microwave, dorm-sized fridge). I'll be back when my teen graduates from high school - he wants a San Fran/Marin experience and this is a great place to launch it from!
I stayed here as I was finishing up my last MFA residency at Dominican University. Fairfax is a lovely, quirky little town and this place - nestled in the redwoods -- is quiet yet close to everything. Teresa was an amazing host -- bottles of water in the fridge, towels, a French press, spices, tea, etc. The cabin itself is sooooo charming, and so comfy - I just loved sitting and drinking my coffee in the a.m. While it doesn't have an oven, it has just about everything else you'd need (hot plate, microwave, dorm-sized fridge). I'll be back when my teen graduates from high school - he wants a San Fran/Marin experience and this is a great place to launch it from!
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Kassandra D.
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic, beautiful property to stay in nestled in the Red Woods! We were coming for a wedding at Deer Park Villa which was 5 minutes away and this Vrbo made the stay more magical! The host was super helpful and they thought of everything- even spices, coffee, and extra blankets. Our friends stayed on the pull out sofa and said it was very comfortable too! Fairfax is super convenient and a very cute town as well. We might come back just to stay here!
Fantastic, beautiful property to stay in nestled in the Red Woods! We were coming for a wedding at Deer Park Villa which was 5 minutes away and this Vrbo made the stay more magical! The host was super helpful and they thought of everything- even spices, coffee, and extra blankets. Our friends stayed on the pull out sofa and said it was very comfortable too! Fairfax is super convenient and a very cute town as well. We might come back just to stay here!
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Susan M.
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My son and I came up to explore the San Francisco area but didn’t want to be right in the city. This cottage was perfect. The town was only 4-5 mins away where we could get food, coffee, ice cream etc. We chose not to cook while there but, the kitchen has everything you could want for basic meals. You can’t roast a turkey there- anything else you could do. The cottage was clean, including linens and towels. It has a little porch on the front with a small table where I had my coffee one morning but, you could have up to 4 people eating a meal there. Teresa had excellent communication and check in/out was easy. I would definitely stay there again if I was in the area.
My son and I came up to explore the San Francisco area but didn’t want to be right in the city. This cottage was perfect. The town was only 4-5 mins away where we could get food, coffee, ice cream etc. We chose not to cook while there but, the kitchen has everything you could want for basic meals. You can’t roast a turkey there- anything else you could do. The cottage was clean, including linens and towels. It has a little porch on the front with a small table where I had my coffee one morning but, you could have up to 4 people eating a meal there. Teresa had excellent communication and check in/out was easy. I would definitely stay there again if I was in the area.
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Beth T.
Mar 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
When we arrived at the cabin the fireplace was going and the lights were all turned on. It was so welcoming. Also, the pictures on VRBO are exactly what we saw. The creek running alongside the cabin was so calming. It is a quaint little town with lots of shops. The cabin was so cozy and comfortable. We will definitely go there again.
When we arrived at the cabin the fireplace was going and the lights were all turned on. It was so welcoming. Also, the pictures on VRBO are exactly what we saw. The creek running alongside the cabin was so calming. It is a quaint little town with lots of shops. The cabin was so cozy and comfortable. We will definitely go there again.
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liz l.
Jul 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay in this charming cottage in Fairfax. We loved the skylights looking up to the treetops. Thank you!
We loved our stay in this charming cottage in Fairfax. We loved the skylights looking up to the treetops. Thank you!
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Sarah B.
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great communication, helpful with the accommodations and recommendations for the area. Homey cottage with all the necessities needed for a wonderful stay.
Great communication, helpful with the accommodations and recommendations for the area. Homey cottage with all the necessities needed for a wonderful stay.
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Diana O.
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Wonderful spot in a great neighborhood! Perfect for our family of 4. Exceptionally comfortable queen bed and sofa bed (we didn’t use the twin bed but I’m sure it’s good too!). I was a little apprehensive about the weather and lack of A/C in the Bay Area — it was July when we were there an unusually hot — but the redwood cover really does keep the house nice and cool. Teresa was very considerate and I enjoyed communicating with her. We were in town for a wedding at Deer Park Villa and actually walked to and from the venue! About 10 min walk there and 15 min walk to downtown Fairfax, which is a great little town. Can’t say enough about this rental and location!!
Wonderful spot in a great neighborhood! Perfect for our family of 4. Exceptionally comfortable queen bed and sofa bed (we didn’t use the twin bed but I’m sure it’s good too!). I was a little apprehensive about the weather and lack of A/C in the Bay Area — it was July when we were there an unusually hot — but the redwood cover really does keep the house nice and cool. Teresa was very considerate and I enjoyed communicating with her. We were in town for a wedding at Deer Park Villa and actually walked to and from the venue! About 10 min walk there and 15 min walk to downtown Fairfax, which is a great little town. Can’t say enough about this rental and location!!
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is praised across reviews, with guests calling the cottage spotless or very clean.
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Linn C.
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really appreciated our stay in this cozy cabin. It was clean, close to town, and quietly nestled in the woods.
We really appreciated our stay in this cozy cabin. It was clean, close to town, and quietly nestled in the woods.
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Daniel C.
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a great stay in this beautiful,1920's bungalow. It's very cozy, super clean, and perfect for a SFO area getaway. Very close to San Fran, Muir Woods, and wine country. We loved the quaint little town of Fairfax. Great responsive host. Highly recommend.
We had a great stay in this beautiful,1920's bungalow. It's very cozy, super clean, and perfect for a SFO area getaway. Very close to San Fran, Muir Woods, and wine country. We loved the quaint little town of Fairfax. Great responsive host. Highly recommend.
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Ellen D.
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The home is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood under the redwood trees. It was perfect for our getaway. The home was clean and comfortable.
The home is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood under the redwood trees. It was perfect for our getaway. The home was clean and comfortable.
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Hugh K.
Sep 16, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Teresa was the perfect host for our stay: friendly, welcoming, helpful. The place was clean and quiet and comfortable, and it even had a few niceties like spices and Pop Tarts and Dirt Coke available. For our needs, this was the perfect place to stay. Thank you, Teresa, for providing the nice place AND for your friendly hospitality. Much appreciated!!
Teresa was the perfect host for our stay: friendly, welcoming, helpful. The place was clean and quiet and comfortable, and it even had a few niceties like spices and Pop Tarts and Dirt Coke available. For our needs, this was the perfect place to stay. Thank you, Teresa, for providing the nice place AND for your friendly hospitality. Much appreciated!!
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Patrick P.
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place clean and felt like home
Great place clean and felt like home
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Dixie G.
Jan 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This property was quite real clean and charming I loved the sky light to look up and see the beautiful trees. Our host was very nice hope to stay there again.
This property was quite real clean and charming I loved the sky light to look up and see the beautiful trees. Our host was very nice hope to stay there again.
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Karen
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The cottage was spotless and a true retreat. We arrived after dark and Teresa had left the lights on for us. The next morning we woke up, opened the curtain in the bedroom and were greeted by a huge Redwood inches from our window. The cottage is nestled among redwoods. A ten minute walk from town and just around the corner from trails through more redwoods. It has been a stressful year and we both felt the healing power of the peaceful setting. You are likely to see deer wandering down the road. Wonderful star gazing. We will return!
The cottage was spotless and a true retreat. We arrived after dark and Teresa had left the lights on for us. The next morning we woke up, opened the curtain in the bedroom and were greeted by a huge Redwood inches from our window. The cottage is nestled among redwoods. A ten minute walk from town and just around the corner from trails through more redwoods. It has been a stressful year and we both felt the healing power of the peaceful setting. You are likely to see deer wandering down the road. Wonderful star gazing. We will return!
10
Susan M.
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My son and I came up to explore the San Francisco area but didn’t want to be right in the city. This cottage was perfect. The town was only 4-5 mins away where we could get food, coffee, ice cream etc. We chose not to cook while there but, the kitchen has everything you could want for basic meals. You can’t roast a turkey there- anything else you could do. The cottage was clean, including linens and towels. It has a little porch on the front with a small table where I had my coffee one morning but, you could have up to 4 people eating a meal there. Teresa had excellent communication and check in/out was easy. I would definitely stay there again if I was in the area.
My son and I came up to explore the San Francisco area but didn’t want to be right in the city. This cottage was perfect. The town was only 4-5 mins away where we could get food, coffee, ice cream etc. We chose not to cook while there but, the kitchen has everything you could want for basic meals. You can’t roast a turkey there- anything else you could do. The cottage was clean, including linens and towels. It has a little porch on the front with a small table where I had my coffee one morning but, you could have up to 4 people eating a meal there. Teresa had excellent communication and check in/out was easy. I would definitely stay there again if I was in the area.
10
Luann A.
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was such a lovely place to stay. Right near town but tucked in under the trees at the edge of the forest. Clean, comfortable, and very cozy, it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Host was welcoming and available but respected our privacy. We definitely will stay here again the next time we return to Marin County, there is so much to explore.
This was such a lovely place to stay. Right near town but tucked in under the trees at the edge of the forest. Clean, comfortable, and very cozy, it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Host was welcoming and available but respected our privacy. We definitely will stay here again the next time we return to Marin County, there is so much to explore.
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Gayle L.
Oct 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly located in the redwoods of Fairfax, this lovely small house is spotless and comfortable, only a 10-15 minute walk from the downtown. Very nice hosts made us feel at home right away. And Fairfax is a fun town to explore, not to mention all the nature attractions that are nearby: Point Reyes, Mount Tam, etc. Great place!
Perfectly located in the redwoods of Fairfax, this lovely small house is spotless and comfortable, only a 10-15 minute walk from the downtown. Very nice hosts made us feel at home right away. And Fairfax is a fun town to explore, not to mention all the nature attractions that are nearby: Point Reyes, Mount Tam, etc. Great place!
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Rooms
Rooms are cozy and quiet with comfortable beds and sofa bed, pleasant skylight views, and characterful decor; a couple of guests mentioned flat pillows.
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William C.
Nov 1, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
My wife and I, along with a friend were in town for a wedding. We were so thrilled with the location of the property, which is in a quiet neighborhood and also conveniently located to the downtown area. We loved the unique construction of the cottage as well as the interior layout and decor. We will definitely return to stay here next opportunity we have!
My wife and I, along with a friend were in town for a wedding. We were so thrilled with the location of the property, which is in a quiet neighborhood and also conveniently located to the downtown area. We loved the unique construction of the cottage as well as the interior layout and decor. We will definitely return to stay here next opportunity we have!
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Mary Lee T.
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This cottage was so sweet! It was a perfect space for three senior sisters. The beds were comfy. The property was filled with mature redwoods, which were beautiful, and kept the cottage cool without AC. I highly recommend this property.
This cottage was so sweet! It was a perfect space for three senior sisters. The beds were comfy. The property was filled with mature redwoods, which were beautiful, and kept the cottage cool without AC. I highly recommend this property.
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Bronte & Esteban
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
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Jean F.
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were surrounded by redwoods. Teresa’s home made us feel very welcome. The bed was very comfy, but the pillows were a bit flat. We went to Muir Woods and this place was about 30 minutes away which made it convenient. Teresa was very responsive to our questions.
We were surrounded by redwoods. Teresa’s home made us feel very welcome. The bed was very comfy, but the pillows were a bit flat. We went to Muir Woods and this place was about 30 minutes away which made it convenient. Teresa was very responsive to our questions.
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Armelinda L.
Jul 4, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Everything you need. Comfortable, except for the pillows in the Big room. It was exciting to see the deer walking around. Thank you Teresa for allowing us to stay at your cottage.
Everything you need. Comfortable, except for the pillows in the Big room. It was exciting to see the deer walking around. Thank you Teresa for allowing us to stay at your cottage.
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Karen
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The cottage was spotless and a true retreat. We arrived after dark and Teresa had left the lights on for us. The next morning we woke up, opened the curtain in the bedroom and were greeted by a huge Redwood inches from our window. The cottage is nestled among redwoods. A ten minute walk from town and just around the corner from trails through more redwoods. It has been a stressful year and we both felt the healing power of the peaceful setting. You are likely to see deer wandering down the road. Wonderful star gazing. We will return!
The cottage was spotless and a true retreat. We arrived after dark and Teresa had left the lights on for us. The next morning we woke up, opened the curtain in the bedroom and were greeted by a huge Redwood inches from our window. The cottage is nestled among redwoods. A ten minute walk from town and just around the corner from trails through more redwoods. It has been a stressful year and we both felt the healing power of the peaceful setting. You are likely to see deer wandering down the road. Wonderful star gazing. We will return!
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J R.
Oct 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The skylights made me feel as though I were in a tree house somewhere in a hobbit village.
The skylights made me feel as though I were in a tree house somewhere in a hobbit village.
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liz l.
Jul 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our stay in this charming cottage in Fairfax. We loved the skylights looking up to the treetops. Thank you!
We loved our stay in this charming cottage in Fairfax. We loved the skylights looking up to the treetops. Thank you!
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Theresa S.
Jan 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The house is very eclectic and cozy. It sits in a lovely grove of redwoods and is very quiet. The surrounding neighborhoods are nice to walk around in. Teresa, the host was always immediately available to answer any questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay.
The house is very eclectic and cozy. It sits in a lovely grove of redwoods and is very quiet. The surrounding neighborhoods are nice to walk around in. Teresa, the host was always immediately available to answer any questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay.
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Sarah M.
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My boyfriend and I were hoping to escape the noise and congestion of Fleet Week in San Francisco, and this cottage was the perfect antidote -- spacious, comfortable, and quiet. Now that we know the property and the kind owner, Teresa, we're looking forward to spending more time there in future! (Pro tip: to play the DVDs provided onsite, use the slot on the upper left-hand side of the TV.)
My boyfriend and I were hoping to escape the noise and congestion of Fleet Week in San Francisco, and this cottage was the perfect antidote -- spacious, comfortable, and quiet. Now that we know the property and the kind owner, Teresa, we're looking forward to spending more time there in future! (Pro tip: to play the DVDs provided onsite, use the slot on the upper left-hand side of the TV.)
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Service
Service is consistently described as friendly, responsive, and helpful, with excellent communication, local tips, and respectful support.
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Michele G.
Feb 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Teresa's cottage is amazing! I went for a weekend with 3 friends and we had such a nice time. The property is lovely, with tall redwoods and even its own babbling brook right next to the little deck - a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee in the morning and tea and meditation in the evening. It's also an easy walk to the super charming downtown area with cafes, restaurants and unique, quirky shops. I'm hoping to come back with my family (including 2 teenagers who would love the town) for another weekend. And Teresa is a delightful host - she was so kind and gracious when we accidentally locked ourselves out and had to call on her to help us get in. :) I can't recommend her place highly enough!!
Teresa's cottage is amazing! I went for a weekend with 3 friends and we had such a nice time. The property is lovely, with tall redwoods and even its own babbling brook right next to the little deck - a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee in the morning and tea and meditation in the evening. It's also an easy walk to the super charming downtown area with cafes, restaurants and unique, quirky shops. I'm hoping to come back with my family (including 2 teenagers who would love the town) for another weekend. And Teresa is a delightful host - she was so kind and gracious when we accidentally locked ourselves out and had to call on her to help us get in. :) I can't recommend her place highly enough!!
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Joanna H.
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect rainy weekend in Fairfax. This little pied-a-terre was just what we needed between and after our outdoor activities. Big plus: super comfy bed! Our host was really nice and helpful; she's a great communicator.
Perfect rainy weekend in Fairfax. This little pied-a-terre was just what we needed between and after our outdoor activities. Big plus: super comfy bed! Our host was really nice and helpful; she's a great communicator.
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David L.
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed two nights, great host and communication. Everything we needed and well located for a San Francisco adventure. Loved the space, so quiet and wonderfully located among tbe redwoods.
Stayed two nights, great host and communication. Everything we needed and well located for a San Francisco adventure. Loved the space, so quiet and wonderfully located among tbe redwoods.
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Vivian
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here to attent a wedding. It was a perfect place to come back to after all the hustle and bustle of wedding events. Teresa was extremely communicative and helpful. And the property is just gorgeous!
We stayed here to attent a wedding. It was a perfect place to come back to after all the hustle and bustle of wedding events. Teresa was extremely communicative and helpful. And the property is just gorgeous!
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James
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a quiet cottage only minutes by foot from downtown Fairfax. I walked every morning to the bakery. We were in town for our daughter's wedding and found the location and the cottage perfect for our needs. Super clean, charming, and Teresa is there to help with any special requests. She gave me a recommendation for a park to use for a pre-wedding party. It was perfect. Ten out of ten rating.
This is a quiet cottage only minutes by foot from downtown Fairfax. I walked every morning to the bakery. We were in town for our daughter's wedding and found the location and the cottage perfect for our needs. Super clean, charming, and Teresa is there to help with any special requests. She gave me a recommendation for a park to use for a pre-wedding party. It was perfect. Ten out of ten rating.
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Bronte & Esteban
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
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Merrie S.
May 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the perfect place to get away and relax. Teresa was quick to respond to every communication, including coming early in the morning to turn on the fireplace! I felt comfortable and welcome here.
This was the perfect place to get away and relax. Teresa was quick to respond to every communication, including coming early in the morning to turn on the fireplace! I felt comfortable and welcome here.
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Sarah B.
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great communication, helpful with the accommodations and recommendations for the area. Homey cottage with all the necessities needed for a wonderful stay.
Great communication, helpful with the accommodations and recommendations for the area. Homey cottage with all the necessities needed for a wonderful stay.
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Luann A.
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was such a lovely place to stay. Right near town but tucked in under the trees at the edge of the forest. Clean, comfortable, and very cozy, it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Host was welcoming and available but respected our privacy. We definitely will stay here again the next time we return to Marin County, there is so much to explore.
This was such a lovely place to stay. Right near town but tucked in under the trees at the edge of the forest. Clean, comfortable, and very cozy, it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Host was welcoming and available but respected our privacy. We definitely will stay here again the next time we return to Marin County, there is so much to explore.
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Theresa S.
Jan 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The house is very eclectic and cozy. It sits in a lovely grove of redwoods and is very quiet. The surrounding neighborhoods are nice to walk around in. Teresa, the host was always immediately available to answer any questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay.
The house is very eclectic and cozy. It sits in a lovely grove of redwoods and is very quiet. The surrounding neighborhoods are nice to walk around in. Teresa, the host was always immediately available to answer any questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay.
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Location
Secluded among redwoods yet typically a 10-15 minute walk to downtown Fairfax, making it a convenient base for Muir Woods, Mount Tam, Point Reyes, San Francisco, and events at Deer Park Villa.
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Bryan D.
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the town of Fairfax & this cabin! Deer sightings several times each day and the town is only a 10 minute walk! Amazing host and we’re already planning on visiting again.
We loved the town of Fairfax & this cabin! Deer sightings several times each day and the town is only a 10 minute walk! Amazing host and we’re already planning on visiting again.
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Aaron S.
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great spot to visit the City and explore the area
Great spot to visit the City and explore the area
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Bronte & Esteban
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
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Karen
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The cottage was spotless and a true retreat. We arrived after dark and Teresa had left the lights on for us. The next morning we woke up, opened the curtain in the bedroom and were greeted by a huge Redwood inches from our window. The cottage is nestled among redwoods. A ten minute walk from town and just around the corner from trails through more redwoods. It has been a stressful year and we both felt the healing power of the peaceful setting. You are likely to see deer wandering down the road. Wonderful star gazing. We will return!
The cottage was spotless and a true retreat. We arrived after dark and Teresa had left the lights on for us. The next morning we woke up, opened the curtain in the bedroom and were greeted by a huge Redwood inches from our window. The cottage is nestled among redwoods. A ten minute walk from town and just around the corner from trails through more redwoods. It has been a stressful year and we both felt the healing power of the peaceful setting. You are likely to see deer wandering down the road. Wonderful star gazing. We will return!
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Stephanie T.
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
We always enjoy staying at Teresa's property. It is in a craftsman house in a beautiful setting among the redwood trees. the house is very comfortable with lots of amenities. We are able to walk to downtown Fairfax for restaurants. There is a great ice cream shop downtown.
We always enjoy staying at Teresa's property. It is in a craftsman house in a beautiful setting among the redwood trees. the house is very comfortable with lots of amenities. We are able to walk to downtown Fairfax for restaurants. There is a great ice cream shop downtown.
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Bonnie C.
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We were drawn to this property by the beautiful redwoods and wanting to enjoy the natural beauty of the area! Fairfax and this cozy home were both perfect! We were able to visit the City, hike the redwoods and sip wine in Sonoma! Our hosts were lovely and added to our enjoyment ! We will be back!
We were drawn to this property by the beautiful redwoods and wanting to enjoy the natural beauty of the area! Fairfax and this cozy home were both perfect! We were able to visit the City, hike the redwoods and sip wine in Sonoma! Our hosts were lovely and added to our enjoyment ! We will be back!
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Diana O.
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Wonderful spot in a great neighborhood! Perfect for our family of 4. Exceptionally comfortable queen bed and sofa bed (we didn’t use the twin bed but I’m sure it’s good too!). I was a little apprehensive about the weather and lack of A/C in the Bay Area — it was July when we were there an unusually hot — but the redwood cover really does keep the house nice and cool. Teresa was very considerate and I enjoyed communicating with her. We were in town for a wedding at Deer Park Villa and actually walked to and from the venue! About 10 min walk there and 15 min walk to downtown Fairfax, which is a great little town. Can’t say enough about this rental and location!!
Wonderful spot in a great neighborhood! Perfect for our family of 4. Exceptionally comfortable queen bed and sofa bed (we didn’t use the twin bed but I’m sure it’s good too!). I was a little apprehensive about the weather and lack of A/C in the Bay Area — it was July when we were there an unusually hot — but the redwood cover really does keep the house nice and cool. Teresa was very considerate and I enjoyed communicating with her. We were in town for a wedding at Deer Park Villa and actually walked to and from the venue! About 10 min walk there and 15 min walk to downtown Fairfax, which is a great little town. Can’t say enough about this rental and location!!
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Luann A.
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was such a lovely place to stay. Right near town but tucked in under the trees at the edge of the forest. Clean, comfortable, and very cozy, it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Host was welcoming and available but respected our privacy. We definitely will stay here again the next time we return to Marin County, there is so much to explore.
This was such a lovely place to stay. Right near town but tucked in under the trees at the edge of the forest. Clean, comfortable, and very cozy, it had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. Host was welcoming and available but respected our privacy. We definitely will stay here again the next time we return to Marin County, there is so much to explore.
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Natalie M.
May 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had the best time at the rental. The place was perfect for relaxing and close to activities. We hiked Muir Woods which was near by then went over to Stinson Beach. The property host was wonderful she assisted us before we got to the rental and during our stay. We would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
We had the best time at the rental. The place was perfect for relaxing and close to activities. We hiked Muir Woods which was near by then went over to Stinson Beach. The property host was wonderful she assisted us before we got to the rental and during our stay. We would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
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Gayle L.
Oct 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfectly located in the redwoods of Fairfax, this lovely small house is spotless and comfortable, only a 10-15 minute walk from the downtown. Very nice hosts made us feel at home right away. And Fairfax is a fun town to explore, not to mention all the nature attractions that are nearby: Point Reyes, Mount Tam, etc. Great place!
Perfectly located in the redwoods of Fairfax, this lovely small house is spotless and comfortable, only a 10-15 minute walk from the downtown. Very nice hosts made us feel at home right away. And Fairfax is a fun town to explore, not to mention all the nature attractions that are nearby: Point Reyes, Mount Tam, etc. Great place!
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Dining
Guests appreciated being walking distance to restaurants, cafes, and a bakery, and many used the kitchen for simple meals.
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Michele G.
Feb 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Teresa's cottage is amazing! I went for a weekend with 3 friends and we had such a nice time. The property is lovely, with tall redwoods and even its own babbling brook right next to the little deck - a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee in the morning and tea and meditation in the evening. It's also an easy walk to the super charming downtown area with cafes, restaurants and unique, quirky shops. I'm hoping to come back with my family (including 2 teenagers who would love the town) for another weekend. And Teresa is a delightful host - she was so kind and gracious when we accidentally locked ourselves out and had to call on her to help us get in. :) I can't recommend her place highly enough!!
Teresa's cottage is amazing! I went for a weekend with 3 friends and we had such a nice time. The property is lovely, with tall redwoods and even its own babbling brook right next to the little deck - a perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee in the morning and tea and meditation in the evening. It's also an easy walk to the super charming downtown area with cafes, restaurants and unique, quirky shops. I'm hoping to come back with my family (including 2 teenagers who would love the town) for another weekend. And Teresa is a delightful host - she was so kind and gracious when we accidentally locked ourselves out and had to call on her to help us get in. :) I can't recommend her place highly enough!!
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James
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a quiet cottage only minutes by foot from downtown Fairfax. I walked every morning to the bakery. We were in town for our daughter's wedding and found the location and the cottage perfect for our needs. Super clean, charming, and Teresa is there to help with any special requests. She gave me a recommendation for a park to use for a pre-wedding party. It was perfect. Ten out of ten rating.
This is a quiet cottage only minutes by foot from downtown Fairfax. I walked every morning to the bakery. We were in town for our daughter's wedding and found the location and the cottage perfect for our needs. Super clean, charming, and Teresa is there to help with any special requests. She gave me a recommendation for a park to use for a pre-wedding party. It was perfect. Ten out of ten rating.
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Bronte & Esteban
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
We had an incredible time at this little cottage. The host is so friendly and helpful, making sure we had a travel crib for our 1 year old and giving lots of toddler-friendly suggestions for activities that we followed and really enjoyed. The cottage is cool and roomy but cosy, with a very comfy couch and nice open living area. Kitchen is well-equipped and well-stocked making it easy to cook, and the location is great as you can walk into town in 10 mins. Beds are comfy and cottage is quiet making for comfy sleep. The redwoods surrounding ensure you feel so at peace. We spent many hours sitting out front at the little table as our toddler napped. Truly a wonderful place to stay and we would return in a heartbeat!
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Beth T.
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
I stayed here as I was finishing up my last MFA residency at Dominican University. Fairfax is a lovely, quirky little town and this place - nestled in the redwoods -- is quiet yet close to everything. Teresa was an amazing host -- bottles of water in the fridge, towels, a French press, spices, tea, etc. The cabin itself is sooooo charming, and so comfy - I just loved sitting and drinking my coffee in the a.m. While it doesn't have an oven, it has just about everything else you'd need (hot plate, microwave, dorm-sized fridge). I'll be back when my teen graduates from high school - he wants a San Fran/Marin experience and this is a great place to launch it from!
I stayed here as I was finishing up my last MFA residency at Dominican University. Fairfax is a lovely, quirky little town and this place - nestled in the redwoods -- is quiet yet close to everything. Teresa was an amazing host -- bottles of water in the fridge, towels, a French press, spices, tea, etc. The cabin itself is sooooo charming, and so comfy - I just loved sitting and drinking my coffee in the a.m. While it doesn't have an oven, it has just about everything else you'd need (hot plate, microwave, dorm-sized fridge). I'll be back when my teen graduates from high school - he wants a San Fran/Marin experience and this is a great place to launch it from!
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Hang (Amanda) T.
Feb 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved everything about this property. The Home is well laid out, cozy, and walking distance to delicious restaurants and a great park for our toddler. The redwoods are everywhere and needless to say, enchanting.
We loved everything about this property. The Home is well laid out, cozy, and walking distance to delicious restaurants and a great park for our toddler. The redwoods are everywhere and needless to say, enchanting.
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Kassandra D.
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic, beautiful property to stay in nestled in the Red Woods! We were coming for a wedding at Deer Park Villa which was 5 minutes away and this Vrbo made the stay more magical! The host was super helpful and they thought of everything- even spices, coffee, and extra blankets. Our friends stayed on the pull out sofa and said it was very comfortable too! Fairfax is super convenient and a very cute town as well. We might come back just to stay here!
Fantastic, beautiful property to stay in nestled in the Red Woods! We were coming for a wedding at Deer Park Villa which was 5 minutes away and this Vrbo made the stay more magical! The host was super helpful and they thought of everything- even spices, coffee, and extra blankets. Our friends stayed on the pull out sofa and said it was very comfortable too! Fairfax is super convenient and a very cute town as well. We might come back just to stay here!
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marilyn r.
Dec 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely comfortable cottage/small house, walking distance to restaurants, grocery in Fairfax. Would definitely stay there again
Lovely comfortable cottage/small house, walking distance to restaurants, grocery in Fairfax. Would definitely stay there again
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Stephanie T.
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
We always enjoy staying at Teresa's property. It is in a craftsman house in a beautiful setting among the redwood trees. the house is very comfortable with lots of amenities. We are able to walk to downtown Fairfax for restaurants. There is a great ice cream shop downtown.
We always enjoy staying at Teresa's property. It is in a craftsman house in a beautiful setting among the redwood trees. the house is very comfortable with lots of amenities. We are able to walk to downtown Fairfax for restaurants. There is a great ice cream shop downtown.
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Susan M.
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My son and I came up to explore the San Francisco area but didn’t want to be right in the city. This cottage was perfect. The town was only 4-5 mins away where we could get food, coffee, ice cream etc. We chose not to cook while there but, the kitchen has everything you could want for basic meals. You can’t roast a turkey there- anything else you could do. The cottage was clean, including linens and towels. It has a little porch on the front with a small table where I had my coffee one morning but, you could have up to 4 people eating a meal there. Teresa had excellent communication and check in/out was easy. I would definitely stay there again if I was in the area.
My son and I came up to explore the San Francisco area but didn’t want to be right in the city. This cottage was perfect. The town was only 4-5 mins away where we could get food, coffee, ice cream etc. We chose not to cook while there but, the kitchen has everything you could want for basic meals. You can’t roast a turkey there- anything else you could do. The cottage was clean, including linens and towels. It has a little porch on the front with a small table where I had my coffee one morning but, you could have up to 4 people eating a meal there. Teresa had excellent communication and check in/out was easy. I would definitely stay there again if I was in the area.
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Bonnie C.
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We were drawn to this property by the beautiful redwoods and wanting to enjoy the natural beauty of the area! Fairfax and this cozy home were both perfect! We were able to visit the City, hike the redwoods and sip wine in Sonoma! Our hosts were lovely and added to our enjoyment ! We will be back!
We were drawn to this property by the beautiful redwoods and wanting to enjoy the natural beauty of the area! Fairfax and this cozy home were both perfect! We were able to visit the City, hike the redwoods and sip wine in Sonoma! Our hosts were lovely and added to our enjoyment ! We will be back!
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Suzy W.
Jun 14, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a delightful little cottage. Plenty of room, comfortable beds. Each morning we sat on the little porch to drink our coffee. Deer roamed the hillside just across the street. We loved our stay and hated to leave.
This is a delightful little cottage. Plenty of room, comfortable beds. Each morning we sat on the little porch to drink our coffee. Deer roamed the hillside just across the street. We loved our stay and hated to leave.
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Tamera P.
May 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely homey, with some very laid back vibes kinda spot in the woods. On the edge of town, totally walkable spot to downtown. We enjoyed the quiet immensely! Uber soft beds, too!
Lovely homey, with some very laid back vibes kinda spot in the woods. On the edge of town, totally walkable spot to downtown. We enjoyed the quiet immensely! Uber soft beds, too!
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Jim L.
Apr 29, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The house was perfect, set on edge of tall trees. Perfect for the occasion, my daughters wedding.
The house was perfect, set on edge of tall trees. Perfect for the occasion, my daughters wedding.
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Stephanie T.
Apr 21, 2026
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Stayed 11 nights
We have enjoyed staying here year after year when we come to visit grandchildren in Fairfax. It is nice to know a place you are going to stay in.
We have enjoyed staying here year after year when we come to visit grandchildren in Fairfax. It is nice to know a place you are going to stay in.
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sherri s.
Apr 14, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We enjoyed the cabin in the woods. Host provided a couple of days worth of coffee and paper products to get you started. If you book a long stay, laundry will have to be done in town. We enjoyed the huge redwoods surrounding the cabin. Host was very accommodating so we could park our van in a secure spot off the street. Thank you Teresa!
We enjoyed the cabin in the woods. Host provided a couple of days worth of coffee and paper products to get you started. If you book a long stay, laundry will have to be done in town. We enjoyed the huge redwoods surrounding the cabin. Host was very accommodating so we could park our van in a secure spot off the street. Thank you Teresa!
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Check-in from 16:00
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FAQs about Relax in Fairfax quiet cottage in the redwoods.
Is parking available at the property?
There is one parking spot available at the property. Additionally, there is plenty of free parking down the street.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
The standard check-in time is 16:00, and the check-out time is 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The cottage is located in the city center of Fairfax, on a lake, and is within a 10-minute walk to downtown Fairfax. Nearby attractions include San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument, with easy access to hiking and biking trails.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are permitted at the property, with ages 0-17 allowed to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not offer extra beds or cribs. It is advisable to confirm any specific needs in advance.
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