Large, architecturally designed Floating Home - for a unique vacation! | Boat Rental in Sausalito

10.0 (13 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Marin City Boat Rental | Large, architecturally designed Floating Home - for a unique vacation!

3 Bedroom Boat Rental in Marin City, Sausalito

Featured in California Home and Design magazine and a number of TV programs. Cited rather grandiosely on CBS as "One of the world's most luxurious houseboats". There are no upscale hotels in the Bay Area where two couples can stay for the price/night as on "Shangri-La". We only accept reservations for a two week period in 2025, from July 12-24.
our home is an architecturally designed redwood floating home in sausalito, ca. Twenty minutes to the museums, art galleries, theatre, cable cars, Alcatraz, great restaurants, and shopping in downtown San Francisco. Drive one hour north to the famous Napa and Sonoma wine country for wine tasting. Our houseboat is ideal to experience the very best of houseboat living. There are three floors, plus a roof garden with a spectacular view. There are two beautiful, luxurious bedrooms. The master bedroom is on the top floor and has a fireplace with a hot tub on an adjoining balcony. A second bedroom on the lower floor has Asian decor with an adjoining sitting room en suite. The middle floor is an open floor plan, beautifully furnished with a fully equipped gourmet kitchen which is adjacent to the dining area with a dining table that seats eight persons. The stunning, yet comfortable and beautifully appointed living room area features authentic ethnic art and history from our travels around the world. There is a porch off the living room to enjoy sunsets over Mt. Tamalpais. The roof garden has spectacular 360 degree views. There two bicycles for your use on the nearby bike path and kayaks for exploring Richardson Bay. There are numerous good restaurants, and shopping, nearby.
it is a five minute drive to miles of mountain hiking trails overlooking the pacific ocean We are adjacent to a bird sanctuary with miles of walking and biking paths along Richardson Bay. It is a twenty minute drive to central San Francisco or a twenty minute ferry ride. (The ferry ride from downtown Sausalito to San Francisco, going past Alcatraz is a very special experience). Sixty minutes away are Napa and Sonoma Valleys and world renowned wineries. where you can enjoy a day of wine tasting.
whats around? only a 5 minute drive to the golden gate bridge, two miles to the center of historic, scenic sausalito to shop or dine Catering or personal chef available.
what's inside: it is a unique, very spacious, luxurious, architect designed redwood and glass houseboat with over 3,000 square feet of living space on three floors plus a roof garden There is a hot tub off the master bedroom, an interior atrium with tropical plants. The lovely roof garden for relaxing and entertaining, which includes a barbecue, dining table, chairs, two sofas and a gas fireplace. Our houseboat is truly historic, (Pavoratti actually did sleep here), romantic and fun. Totally renovated with great attention to detail.
mid level: perfect for entertaining(no parties, please). You enter into a vestibule, then continue on past a two story atrium into a spacious living room and seated dining area, with quality furniture and art objects throughout. In the far right hand corner is a large window seat that looks out onto beautiful Mt. Tamalpais which can be used as a single bed. Straight ahead off the main deck through sliding doors is our "wheel house" decorated with the wheel off a French yacht. The state of the art gourmet kitchen is fully outfitted and has custom marble counters, professional stove, full size refrigerator/freezer, small and large appliances, three-person eating counter. There is a bar area. A beautiful Asian decor bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub and shower, and a large wall mirror, complete this floor. Tasteful artifacts abound as the owners are a former diplomat and an international travel executive with a background in anthropology.
lower floor: there is a suite of two rooms which include a beautiful asian bedroom with sliding shoji screen doors from japan and quality queen size bed Adjacent to this bedroom is a comfortable sitting room with a pull out queen bed, and a desk. The washer and dryer are located separately on this floor. The beautiful bathroom for this bedroom is located at the top of the stairs on the next floor. (It has a shower and bath with jacuzzi). The lower floor also has an apartment which is totally insulated for sound. Our delightful tenant is very quiet, is often not here and does not have access to or use the rest of the house at all. (Please call the owner if you want more information on this).
top floor: this floor includes a very large, romantic master bedroom with high ceilings, 8 foot windows, a beautifully crafted ceiling fan, a gas fireplace, two comfortable chairs for reading, a king size four-poster bed with a tempur-pedic mattress fit for a king and queen Off the bedroom is a comfortable office/work out area with a floor to ceiling mirror, while off to the other side is a balcony with a hot tub.
roof deck: a sturdy wooden slanted ship's ladder takes you to the roof garden with panoramic 360 degree views over the top of the other houseboats to a yacht harbor, panoramic views of mt Tamalpais, and Richardson Bay. Furnished with a dining table, two rain proof outdoor sofas, a very large umbrella, chairs, a gas barbecue, and potted plants.
seize this unique opportunity to experience the adventure and romance of houseboat living at its very best! very unique, elegant yet casual, fun, and definitely an unforgettable vacation
keywords: floating home, houseboat, luxurious, historic,

Large, architecturally designed Floating Home - for a unique vacation! is located in Marin City. Large, architecturally designed Floating Home - for a unique vacation! provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Boat Rental features Internet, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Large, architecturally designed Floating Home - for a unique vacation! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 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 given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Boat Rental because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Boat Rental, 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. Boat Rental has a friendly neighborhood, and the Marin City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Boat Rental in Marin City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Sausalito, 94965, United States

Amenities

Parking
Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fitness center
  • Golfing on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Music library
General
  • Shoji (room divider)
  • Property does not allow children
  • English
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the city center
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a rural location
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Shared/communal pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: not suitable for very young children
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted
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 smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Peter B.
Jul 22, 2017 02:02:09 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had a lovely stay on the houseboat. I lived on one previously,for 15 years so it was a homecoming for me. Friendly neighbors and of course a wonderful location.
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FAQ's

Is this Marin City boat rental pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Marin City boat rental have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Marin City boat rental has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Marin City boat rental?

Best-rates for the Marin City boat rental starts from $306 per night with includes Parking, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Kitchen, Laundry, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Pool, TV, Hot Tub, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Internet with all other facilities. ODS matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Marin City boat rental a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the boat rental has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Marin City boat rental wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Marin City boat rental has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Marin City boat rental?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Marin City boat rental indicates 1 day stay policy at this boat rental. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Marin City boat rental?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Marin City boat rental are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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