Villa holiday rentals in San Rafael

Serene Retreat! Amazing Views! Minutes to Plaza!

New to Airbnb but highly rated with over 145 5 star reviews on other platforms! Villa Serena is located on 1/2 acre in the prestigious Mission Highlands, just a 6 minute drive from the historic Sonoma Plaza. This luxurious home is beautifully appointed, with impeccable attention to detail. Surrounded by majestic oaks, olive trees, and maples, Villa Serena offers secluded privacy, a lush garden setting and pool area, and an expansive deck with sweeping views of the Sonoma Valley and Mount Tam.

Location · Indoor spaces · Decor

Private Terraced Garden Suite - #1 Favorite ★★★★★

Our #1 on Airbnb listing! Fully updated in 2026, this is a private, tranquil retreat within our larger 5-bedroom home. The suite is locked off from the rest of the house and has its own private entrance. Guests who love this suite include couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. You reach the Terraced Garden Suite via a side entrance (you must be able to walk up a fairly steep incline) to the rear yard, then down a flight of stairs. We are close to groceries, freeway access, and BART.

Family · Location · Check-in

Twin Oaks • Pool, Garden, Terrace, Bocce & Hot tub

3-BR/2-BA Main house + 1BR Pool House with Bathroom. Spanish style home located on a quiet lane surrounded by rolling hills of vines. The inside features an open floor plan with gourmet and fully equipped kitchen, living room, TV Room, spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors and designer furniture. The outside area has a covered terrace ideal for dining and lounging. Expansive garden with many trees and a pool under majestic oaks. Minutes (by car) from Sonoma, Glen Ellen, Restaurants and vineyards.

Value · Location · View

Luxury Rockridge Retreat-Walkable. Ask to add apt!

Live in luxury in this gorgeously remodeled Rockridge oasis, steps from the center of everything! A sense of relaxation fills the space, whether you are lounging on the front porch or enjoying Al fresco dining on the heated redwood deck! This 3BR, 2 full bath home is perfect for working professionals, couples or families with grown children looking to get away from it all. Larger parties can book the downstairs apartment which sleeps an additional 2- https://airbnb.com/h/rockridge-getaway

Value · Family · Grill

4BD-3BA w/ AC, Parking, BBQ/Firepit Patio near Cal

Experience a modern, freshly remodeled 4BR home with epic outdoor patio/dining spaces, perfectly designed for large groups & families. Centrally located in a safe, peaceful, tree-lined North Oakland neighborhood with a 93 Walk Score - you are steps from the East Bay’s best dining, 10 minutes from UC Berkeley, & a quick BART or Ferry ride to San Francisco. Enjoy a spacious, sun-filled retreat with AC, free parking, Laundry & dual living spaces—ideal for reunions, getaways or corporate stays.

Family · Location · Heating

Private hilltop 3-4 bd estate in Upper Rockridge

San Francisco from the heart of the East Bay's beautiful Upper Rockridge neighborhood. Full on view of San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Alcatraz surrounded my Mediterranian hillsides for you and your guests. The home is secluded but right in the middle of it all, amidst beautiful California oaks. Indoor/outdoor living, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, sleeps 6-8. Perfect for families, Centrally located for exploring the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley and Napa Valley.

Family · Location · Back garden

4 BR Luxury Home with Hot Tub near SF UC Berkeley

Villa Pearl is a gorgeous space for a perfect family reunion or a work retreat. It’s a haven for quality time with family or your beloved. The space has been featured in many film and ad campaigns, the gorgeous design is set to impress. ✔14 ft high ceiling ✔open entertainment space ✔Private hot tub in the private garden ✔garage parking + EV charging ✔3 mins drive to the Bay Bridge ✔10G fiber optic wifi ✔10 mins to Emeryville food & shopping ✔10 mins to Berkeley ✔25 mins to San Francisco

Location · Family · Condition

Idyllic NatureEstate:Pool,Jacuzi,PuttGreen,Gardens

Mountaintop gated 1 acre nature estate, serene, private, 2300 sq' home; 2500 sq' expansive decks & patios. Solar heated swimming pool. Sun! Enormous forest views. 4BD,3 BA; (4th BD is large family room w/ exc American Leather queen sofabed, twin bed, pool table). Living room fireplace; high speed wi-fi; 65"tv; prem cable pkg. Jacuzzi ($150 min. charge), WeberBBQ & outdoor sink. Putting green. Huge garden, patios, carpeted child's play area. Parties or events not allowed during Covid.

Value · Location · Long stay

Alamo Estate Living

Alamo is conveniently located between Danville and Walnut Creek in the Rt 680 Corridor. Our home is 10 minutes from BART and 30 minutes from San Francisco. You can drive to wine country in 45 minutes. Our home is good for business travelers, families, and large groups. We are convenient to shopping, great restaurants and entertainment. Our amenities are all self contained and private. A great home to make your visit a memorable one. We welcome hearing from you.

Location · Value · Nearby

Resort style house w/Spa & pool between Napa/SF

Spectacular views in a safe, secure location! This resort-style hilltop home lies between Napa Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area, offering stunning sunsets, bay, and mountain views. Enjoy retreat-style living with a chef’s kitchen. Just 5–10 minutes from Starbucks, grocery stores, fine dining, entertainment, and golf. Ideal for weddings, family gatherings, business trips, vacations, concerts, or wine tasting adventures—this destination has it all.

Value · Location · Quiet

Charming Home in Penngrove

Whether you plan on touring wine country, or hosting a gathering, this enchanting home will make your stay truly memorable. Nestled in a serene garden, within miles of your favorite wineries, featuring vaulted ceilings, Marvin windows, energy efficient fireplaces, chefs kitchen with Wolf Range and private entrances to each bedroom.

Location · Family · TV

SF Bay Area Hills Countryside Getaway

*️⃣ Watch a sunset over vast rolling valley hills from the front porch swing of this beautiful property. *️⃣ The house features an amazing park like backyard, elegant patio seating with umbrella, a propane grill, sliding barn door, vaulted beamed ceilings, and a completely modernized interior with a cozy farmstyle feel.

Location · Family · Hiking