FAQ's: Vacation home questions regarding reunions, retreats, home layout & parties

Is the home well suited for retreats?
- Perfect for Retreat getaways, Bridal party guests, reunions, and corporate events that seek activities in Marin, organic West Marin, Wine Country (Napa or Sonoma), and San Francisco.
- Extremely spacious great room with Ample seating. Includes 3 large sofa's, 2 small tables , granite fireplace, and encompassing panoramic "open space" views.
- Spacious Formal Dining area, adjacent to great room, enjoys incredible views also.
- "American Style" Gourmet Kitchen includes top amenities and Opens up to main areas and decks, back and front.
- Bedroom are seperate from main areas letting guests have room to "get-a-way".
What is the maximum amount of people allowed overnight?
- Sleeps 14 people comfortably, in beds.
- 5 bedrooms with Queen beds
- 6th bedroom has 2 full size beds
- Up to 16 overnight with special permission, additional fee applies.
Doe's the house really have 6 official bedrooms, all with real beds?
- Yes, the home is a true 6 bedroom home, sleeping 14 comfortably!
- All rooms are private, cozy, with relaxing views!
- All rooms have real beds (5 with Queen beds, 6th with 2 full beds).
- All beds come with plush, fresh, high-thread count, white bedding!
Are parties allowed?
- Small daytime parties (baby showers, weddings, ceremonies, etc...) are allowed.
- After sunset, only small parties are permitted, with permission only.
- Great home for bridal party guests when getting married in Marin or San Francisco, even the wine country!
- (Check-out www.marinceremony.com for possibly ceremony sites in Marin- Amazing choices all around!)
Are Pets allowed?
- Dogs/ small animals are permitted with permission only.
- additional $200 deposit necessary - fully refundable
- additional, one time $80 cleaning fee due to allergies of guests to come.
How much parking is available at the home?
*Plenty of parking for 7-8 cars easily!
- Garage parking for 2 cars.
- Driveway fits 4 cars.
- Cull-de-sac can fit another 3 cars comfortably.
Is the home child safe?
- Home is very child friendly. There is plenty of space to roam inside and outside.
- Some child games, books and videos are on the premises.
What amenities are provided?
- cookware, dinnerware, fresh sheets, & towels (bath and hand).
- reading material, books, local activity binder, maps, TV's.
- Wireless Internet, Cable TV/ HBO
- Basic hand soap, Dishwashing Liquid, Laundry detergent (couple loads)
- Toilet paper, Paper Towels
- NO Shampoo or Conditioner (found people like their own kind best)
Can we check-in early? Check-out late?
- Early check-in and late check-outs can only be granted a couple days prior to check-in due to other bookings.
- There is a $50 charge for early or late check-out .
- Please no early drop off of goods, etc, due to liability issues, necessary "showing" of home and updating.
Can we book just one night?
- Last minute booking (ie: 6 days or less before checking-in) will be considered for a one night stay.
What is your cancellation policy?
- 90 day cancellation policy.
- $200 administrative fee for cancelled bookings.
Is there seating outside?
*****Plenty of outdoor seating!
- Main deck has patio seating for 12.
- Front pation has seating for 4.
- Large lower deck, Master deck & lawns areas have benches.
How far away is the nearest town? Highway?
-Hwy 101 is just a 2 minute drive (but you wouldn’t know it from the house except for the beautiful lighted views in the distance!).
Go North Hwy 101:
- 3 minutes arrive at Northgate Mall -huge indoor mall with Macy’s, etc...
- City of Berkley: 15 minutes
- 30 minute drive, arrive in Petaluma or Vallejo.
- 40 minutes drive and you arrive in Napa Valley or Sonoma, downtown + Both are excellent, World Known, Wine regions!
Go South Hwy 101:
- Go South 3 minutes arrive downtown San Rafael on Main Street, which has lots of shops and restaurants.
- 15 minutes and you arrive at the Golden Gate Bridge / Golden Gate Recreation Area, Marin Headlands.
- 20 minutes drive and arrive downtown San Francisco.
- 30 minutes arrive in Oakland's OAK, Oakland International Airport.
- 40 minutes to SFO, San Francisco International Airport
- West Marin Towns in 35 minutes or less: Stinson Beach, Pt. Reyes, Olema, Nicasio, Tomales.
How is the home set-up? (see "Layout" page for more details)
- 3 levels: Upper, Main, & Lower- all with own decks and incredible views!
Upper Level:
- Master Suite (bedroom 1) with balcony and own bathroom, Queen bed.
- Separate Loft area that opens to the main floor layout below.
Main Level: Entrance Level
- Gourmet Kitchen, Formal and Great Room.
- Large Main deck- views- patio seating.
- Bedrooms 2 & 3 - each with Queen beds.
Lower Level:
- Bedrooms 4 & 5 - have Queen beds.
- Bedroom 6 - Two (2) full size beds. (full size is equal to 2 twins together)
- Large deck/garden access off each bedroom
- Bright Laundry Room.
What is the deposit return policy?
* Deposit is fully refundable after check-out provide the place is left in order with normal wear and tear.
* A full check-in review sheet will be provided to assure renter confidence.