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Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael

Lawns, Gardens, Views, Pool, in San Rafael

San Rafael, California

Fully Fenced

0.5 acres

4.98874 Reviews

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Hosted by Karin S.

Fencing

98% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

The perimeter of the property is completely fenced; however please note the pool is not separately fenced off within the property.

Fencing height

5 feet (at lowest point)

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 feet

98% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: The perimeter of the property is completely fenced; however please note the pool is not separately fenced off within the property.

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsNo

Other domestic animalsNo

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Trash can

Hand sanitizer

Table

Pricing

22 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

San Rafael, California

Description

Hi, We are closed while we rebuild a section of the back fence and add some retaining walls. Not sure yet what date we will be able to reopen. Pups of all sizes enjoy this spot. Half acre property, fully fenced and gated, good privacy, lawn, pool, lounge chairs, table and chairs, flower gardens, redwood trees, olive trees, persimmon trees, meditation garden, hummingbirds, and even a red fire hydrant. Optional pool access for people can be purchased as an Extra, by the hour and by the person. The pool is unheated except by the sun/air. We love all dogs and welcome dogs of all shapes and sizes and hair types to visit; however we can only offer pool access for non-shedding pups, as long hair and fur was unfortunately causing damage to the pool equipment; If you are booking for more than one non-shedding dog swimming or for longer than an hour, please message us with info about your dog(s) and we will create an extra for you for the number of dogs you have swimming. Most visitors find the lawn size ample for running around and throwing a ball a bit, but if you are looking for a field to launch a tennis ball as far as you possibly can with a Chuck-it, the yard is not really the right size and shape for that, sorry! Hours right now are 6:30am to 5:30pm. If you are booking prior to 8:30am, please book no later than 9:00pm the night before, so that we see the booking before we go to bed. Thanks, and we look forward to your visit!

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Pool: please note that though the perimeter of the property is fenced, the pool is not separately fenced off within the property. The pool is about 3 feet deep in the shallow end and about 8 feet deep in the deep end. The pool is uncovered. Please no dogs in the pool unless we have communicated and arranged this in advance. Thanks.

Extras

Non-shedding Dog Swim, per dog22 credits

1 hour of swimming for 1 non-shedding dog

Pool A: 1 person for 1 hour22 credits

Pool access for 1 person for a 1-hour booking

Pool B: 2 people for 1 hour36 credits

Pool access for 2 people for a 1-hour booking

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

30 minutes

Max dogs per booking

Is the host present?

I generally do not meet my guests

Additional rules

Welcome and enjoy! Please no smoking or alcohol. Please clean up and leave the area as you found it. Please double-bag your poos before placing in the trash can--this helps reduce odors in the trash can area (bags are available for your use.) You are welcome to move chairs around for your use; before you leave, please put them back where they were when you arrived. Please do not pour anything except plain water into the plantings. Do not empty out other drinks onto the plantings, that can damage the plants. Please no swimming or wading unless purchased as an Extra. No glass on the property, and especially not in the pool area, please. No more than 6 people visiting at a time. I'm sorry, we don't allow kids under 9 for liability reasons. Swimming for people can be booked as an Extra, by the person, by the hour. Please bring your own towels. You are welcome to use the lounges and floats. Swimming for non-shedding dogs can also be purchased as an extra. Please brush out your dog before coming if they are going in the pool. For the moment we are not taking bookings for dog swimming for shedding dogs, due to issues with dog hair in the pool equipment. Thanks and enjoy.

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

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Meet your host

Karin S.

Joined in June 2022

Hi, Karin and John live here. We stay inside during your visits so you have the yard to yourself.

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