Experience California’s quintessential small-town vibe at San Anselmo. It is located about 32.19 km (20 mi) north of San Francisco and brings an excellent mix of activities for travellers of all age groups. You can put on your hiking gear and head out to power through Sorich Park’s trails for some stunning views of Mount Tamalpais, San Francisco Bay and San Pedro Mountains. Kids will enjoy a visit to Imagination Park where life-sized statues of Indiana Jones and Yoda make for perfect photograph companions. Else, Memorial Park’s Millennium Playground and Elders’ Garden are perfect spots for some easy outdoor recreation. History buffs can also consider heading to San Anselmo Historical Museum for a peek into the town’s history. All you need to do is check into comfortable accommodation and explore a new attraction each day. Scroll down to book the top Airbnb vacation rentals in San Anselmo, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on June 01, 2024.
1. Spacious guest suite (from USD 130)
Check into this charming guest suite where you can start your days right with coffee on the large private deck. This can be followed by a hearty breakfast prepared in the full kitchen indoors. You can savour the meal alongside catching up on a show on television. Then, you can put on your walking shoes and head out to explore downtown San Anselmo which is just a 10-minute walking distance from this rental.
This rental also boasts a dedicated workspace, perfect for remote workers.
Top guest reviews
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clean and comfortable accommodations; large shower; internet; tv; refrigerator; microwave; coffee maker; patio with table and chairsamanda and jeffrey had all the thoughtful touches — snacks coffee/tea a luggage rack iron and morethe room was clean bright and the view was lovelysuper clean and comfortable with lovely views of san anselmoCleanliness:
super clean and comfortabletheir place was clean and well equippedsuch a serene and clean placegreat place to stay for our trip clean and comfortableamanda and jeffrey’s place is beautifully decorated clean quiet and privateHost:
the hosts are friendly and accommodatinghost was friendly knowledgeable and very responsivejeffrey and amanda are wonderful hosts as well very responsive if you have any questionsgreat place with great hostshosts amanda and jeff could not be more accommodating friendly prepared professional or politeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and very upscaleit’s super cute and still close to san franciscowonderful stay beautiful private location and very convenientprivate quiet and pleasant location convenient to townwe would definitely stay at their place again
2. Downtown rental with a hot tub (from USD 185)
Here’s a centrally located Airbnb home from where you will have easy access to several local attractions. You can savour a delicious breakfast cooked in the rental’s full kitchen and then lounge in front of the television for hours. In the evenings, you can enjoy a game of basketball in the driveway or football in the rear yard. To relax after this, consider dipping into the hot tub for a soothing soak. This can be followed by a fun barbecue cookout session on the gas grill.
Your pets are also welcome at this rental, but can’t be left behind unattended. A dog bed has been made available for convenience so ensure that your furry friends do not mount the other couch or beds.
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comfortable accommodations that were updated and chic- just as describedmy only recommendation is a more comfortable couchgood shampoo conditioner body wash and lotion in bathroomwe enjoyed the amazing yard hot tub and the well appointed kitchenCleanliness:
was very clean and very privateit was clean quiet and privateextremely clean cozy and great pricecozy clean little place easy to get toclean beautiful and excellent all aroundHost:
in addition the hosts were very responsive and hospitablealso easy to communicate and very responsive hostwe greatly enjoyed our stay - the place is lovely and mark is an outstanding hostmark is a great communicator and thoughtful hostmark was welcoming and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to all the things and walkable to many restaurantsthe location is very convenient with great food options and stores at walking distanceit was such a great locationmark's place is super convenient to the areamark's place was beautiful with a great location
3. Comfortable vacation retreat (from USD 205)
At this holiday home, the provisioned kitchen is ideal for the chef among you to showcase their culinary talents. They can even connect a personal device to the WiFi and get some online recipes. This can be followed by unwinding in front of the television for some time. Or, you can step outside on the patio to soak in the refreshing breeze.
If you’re bringing your car with you, you can take advantage of free on-site parking, too.
Top guest reviews
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wifi is excellent in all the roomsthe wifi speed was excellent and reliable for remote working / video conferencingwe much appreciated the apartment’s well equipped kitchen comfortable furniture and calm cozy aestheticthe living area bedroom and furniture are comfy and cozy and the kitty is very well equippedthe bed was also very comfortable and there were plenty of linensCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and up to datethe place was very clean quiet and great for a coupleeverything was very clean and check in/check out was easyalison's space is beautifully designed clean and comfortableimpeccably clean and beautifully appointed in the heart of san anselmoHost:
and a host that is a great communicatoralison is a wonderful hostalison is a great host and was quick to respond when we had questionsalison was a generous and involved hosttam along with a few friendly hummingbirdsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful apartment and ideal locationgreat location and very cute apartmentgreat location & beautifully appointedfantastic location and fantastic apartmentwonderful property in a great location
4. Pet-friendly home with full kitchen (from USD 115)
This is a well-appointed apartment where you can bring your pets along. The fenced-in patio is the ideal spot to spend time playing with your furry friends. A dog bed and towel have been made available for your convenience.
If the activity stirs up your hunger, you can relish self-cooked meals prepared in the lovely full kitchen. Else, consider stepping out to dine at one of the eateries nearby. Upon return, you can catch up on some television. Alternatively, you can spend time playing one of the board games provided on-site.
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the living room was comfortableCleanliness:
marks place was clean and cozysuper spacious and clean apartmentmarks place was great very clean and spaciousclean and comfortable home perfect for my family of three plus dogthe studio apt was really clean and looked exactly as picturedHost:
the host was friendly and helpfulthe hosts were very responsive if we had any questionsgreat hosts would def recommendmark was super responsive to our needs and clearly prides himself on being a super hostsuperb and as listed and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
very nice and close to restaurantsthe location is walking distance to lots of great places including downtown san anselmojust a few min walk or three min car ride to creek and cute town of san anselmoa nice walk to downtown san anselmo where there are great restaurantsthis was a lovely place close to downtown san anselmo grocery stores restaurants etc
5. Accessible-friendly studio apartment
Consider booking this pet-friendly studio apartment in San Anselmo! Inclusions such as a walk-in shower with grab bars, accessible-friendly parking, step-free access and wide doorways make this rental a good option for disabled guests.
There is a full kitchen where you can cook your own meals at any time of the day. If you soil your clothes while cooking, paid laundry facilities are also available on-site. While relaxing indoors is always an option, you can also consider spending time outdoors in the shared rear yard.
San Anselmo, California, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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wifi works greatthe wi-fi was very strong although i just used it for email and facebook and listening to musiccozy comfortable and plenty of space for twothis space is very comfortablethe room was well equipped will visit againCleanliness:
always clean and quieti appreciated the cleanliness offstreet parking and easy self check-in but i wouldn’t stay here againvery cozy comfortable and clean studio setting good peaceful locationclean quiet and close to the famRead more reviewsLocation:
good to be near a bus routegreat location and valuegreat location in a quiet neighborhoodgreat location to explore the areaits a great location and very quiet
6. Well-appointed holiday home (from USD 395)
This is a sophisticated Airbnb rental home where you’ll find a dedicated workspace and WiFi to work or study remotely. This can be followed by some casual television-watching to unwind yourselves. On chilly days, you can turn on the living room’s fireplace to add a toasty ambience. The covered patio is also an ideal spot to spend time soaking in the breeze outdoors.
The bedrooms also boast room-darkening shades for better sleep.
Top guest reviews
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easily walkable the air conditioning was a bonusthe a/c was a nice bonus during a hot week as wellalison’s place is a lovely spacious apartment in a charming village setting appointed with all the amenities of homewe had a lovely stay - great comfortable apartmentmy wife and i had a great stay at alison’s apartmentCleanliness:
the apartment is clean and very cozyincredibly well decorated very clean quiet and comfortablecharming quiet clean- looking forward to going back love itthe space was exceptionally clean and all went smoothly with our staythe apartment was spacious clean and in a great locationHost:
she is a gracious responsive host and we thoroughly enjoyed our stayalison was communicative and friendly throughout the whole processattentive host perfect location and huge spaceRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location right downtownbeautiful and comfortable apartment in a convenient locationthe apartment is cozy and chic and so ideal for a getaway in a fantastic locationwe loved our stay location is perfect to market and townwe really enjoyed our stay it was so lovely and was in a wonderful location
7. Rental unit at a good location (from USD 175)
At this centrally located apartment, you can cook your own meals in the stocked kitchen. This can be followed by drawing up a soothing soak for yourselves in the bathtub. For some indoor entertainment, you can stream an online show on the Smart television or pick up a book from the rental’s collection and get some reading done. Some children’s books and toys as well as board games have also been made available to keep your little ones busy.
Your furry buddies are also welcome here. You will be provided with a pet bed and towel for convenience, but ensure that your little friend doesn’t mount any furniture.
Top guest reviews
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the bed’s pillows were like sleeping on a cloudexcellent location the beds were comfy and the kitchen was beautifulbeds super comfy and really loved the kitchenCleanliness:
loved this place everything was very clean and well keptmark was very attentive and the place was clean and quietextremely clean unit is a lot more spacious than i thought perfect for a peaceful getawaysuper cute & clean place to staythe apartment looks exactly like the photos and is clean like newHost:
he is friendly and takes pride in providing good servicemark was an excellent host before and during our stayhe is very kind and conscientious and helped me in every way possiblethis is just one example of how helpful he was during my stayotherwise it was just as pictured and mark was very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and hostssuch a cute and quiet place to stay and it’s really close to hiking trailsthe apartment is in a great locationgreat place mark was very helpful and responsive would definitely come back
8. Cottage in the heart of San Anselmo (from USD 160)
Book a stay in this charming cottage in central San Anselmo. It is equipped with WiFi to keep you connected while on vacation. There is a television for indoor entertainment and you can turn on the living room fireplace to keep yourselves warm on cold days.
A compact kitchenette set-up is available to whip up small meals at the rental. Alternatively, you can head to one of the nearby eateries for a full meal.
Top guest reviews
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great view comfy beds good coffeethe cottage is cozy with lovely views of the surrounding hills and very quietbonus thoughtful flowers awaiting me the wifi is a good speed to work from homea humble room with everything you need and a beautiful viewthe apartment was a great overnight for our familyCleanliness:
we loved our stay in susan’s clean and comfortable cottageeverything is well kept place is clean and susan is a great hostHost:
susan is a great hostsusan is a lovely and very responsive host answering our questions right awayvery friendly and readily available to answer any questionsshe is so interesting and was very communicative during the whole process and throughout the weeksusan is a great and very accessible hostRead more reviewsLocation:
good location close to townthe location is greatgreat location and very quieti perfect location for any overnight guestgreat location with short walk to everything you would probably need
9. Dog-friendly rental accommodation
This first-floor apartment unit is a good option if you’re travelling with dogs. The spacious living area is a charming spot to spend lazy days. Else, you can pick up one of the bikes available at the rental and head out to explore the vicinity. Upon return, you can satiate your appetite with a delicious meal cooked in the indoor kitchen.
Additionally, the rear patio is provisioned with outdoor dining set up so you can consider relishing an alfresco meal. A gas barbecue has also been provided here for cookouts.
San Anselmo, California, United StatesAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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loved the area theater system and beds were comfymike’s place was perfect it was a very nice space comfortable & spacewe arrived on a very hot day and the apartment was cool quiet and relaxinglots of room inside and a lovely backyard for the dog unwind after hours in the carCleanliness:
spacious artsy clean and comfortableit was very clean the kitchen was well-supplied and beds were comfortablebeautiful apartment very clean and was super easy to findneat and clean with everything you need for a comfortable staysuch a fantastic place to visit incredibly spacious clean and comfortableHost:
bonus points for friendly hosts and a couple of adorable doggosmike is a great host - available for questions or recommendations if neededmike was very accommodating kind and easy to communicate withmike was highly responsive friendly and helpfulmike is a great host as he was there when you need himRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is walking distance to the most charming and active downtownexcellent communications perfect location sweet accommodationsa wonderful place to stay and a great location in towngreat lil spot in an excellent locationthe listing is very spacious in a safe neighborhood well located and within walking distance to several businesses
10. Furnished accommodation near local attractions (from USD 285)
Check into this furnished Airbnb home that is within walking distance of several local attractions. After a day of exploring around, you can return and prepare a freshly cooked meal in the kitchen to satiate your hunger pangs. The gas barbecue in the rear yard is another spot to plan a cookout and relish a meal in the outdoor dining area.
What’s more, laundry facilities have been made available so you don’t need to pack too many clothes while staying here.
Top guest reviews
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beautiful home perfect kitchen easy parking and the patio is unbelievablewe had coffee and breakfast while listening to birds and were completely charmed by the spacekitchen and master bedroom wonderful small elegant back yard for sitting outsidei loved this beautiful cozy cottagesuper easy very comfortable place great outdoor patio easy walk to downtownHost:
andrea is very responsive to questionsthe owner is quite nice and responsiveshe was promptly responsive and helpfulandrea was super responsive helpful and kindandrea is a good communicator very responsive and a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a great areaperfect location quaint and cozythis house is in the perfect locationgreat location and good for our needsthe location was perfect for our family visit
Start vacationing in San Anselmo
San Anselmo will make for a fun visit regardless of your age group. There are plenty of outdoor recreation activities here, plus tourist attractions worth including in your itinerary. Head out to this charming small town for your next holiday and you’re guaranteed to take home a ton of superb memories. While you’re planning, don’t forget to book one of the neat vacation rentals listed in this article.
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