The San Rafael outpost of Groundfloor is a clean, well-lighted place and then some. I come often…read more Pablo, my dog, sometimes joins. The coffee machine can do many things. Lattes. Cappuccinos. The rest. Black is enough for me. Strong. Simple. It's quiet, but not empty. The hum of others working, softly talking, is a companion--not a distraction. There's a calendar of events: walks, talks, writing nights, yoga, new-member hours, dinners, creative meetups. You can move from work into laughter without leaving the space. The app echoes the calendar. It nudges you into things without pushing. It reminds you there is always a next thing to connect around. Here, you work alone--but not lonely. You sit in quiet--and step into company. You drink coffee--and sometimes wine. You write--and sometimes join a book club, a run, or a gathering of new faces. This is how work was meant to be: rooted, open, full of potential.

I don't think I realized how much I needed Groundfloor until I was here…read more I missed the water-cooler chats, brainstorming, shared lunches & background hum of coworkers in an office when my job went fully remote. I finally realized that those things make a big difference in my energy, engagement and fulfilment in work & everyday life. This is no ordinary co-working space. People are friendly & welcoming: open for a casual chat during Community Lunch, willing to help you think through business or personal challenges, and a blast to hang out with at events both in and outside the club. It's great for work: noise levels are rarely distracting, there are phone booths and a conference room for private calls, a library quiet space, and a gorgeous outdoor patio to shake up the scenery. The socializing is great: book club, hiking club, AI learning sessions. Need a friend to go to a baseball game or music festival with? How about a potluck backyard party with twinkly lights and laughter? Done. When Jermaine, one of the founders, told me that their mission was "to end loneliness" (rather than something like creating just a place for work) it finally clicked for me why this place feels like home. See you at the Club!

A fantastic hotel! I've stayed here many times, all w good…read moreexperiences but this time was an exceptional quality of care. I wound up having to extend my stay, incrementally, by almost 2 weeks - got a bad cold and couldn't fly. Everyone at the front desk/hotel was so kind! Genuinely nice people. It felt like I was at a family-run B&B, not a corporate chain. I pretty much didn't leave my room for week 1, nobody bothered me but at the same time, let me know they were there to help. I want to especially thank Nuris and Maria at the front desk for their help and support and others there, but I don't know their names. Thank you all! It's a great place to stay for work and..... an ideal place to recover:)

If you're looking for a place to stay, that is respectful, considerate and kind look elsewhere. I…read morestayed here for a total of 19 days. The day of my complaint is 14 of 19 for some reason they wouldn't accept another form of payment (my husbands credit card) after I reported the initial card of file for fraudulent activity on day 13. Within 24 hours my door was locked and I was not notified. I had left in the morning to Marin country Mart for a bagel and coffee and when I returned, I could not get into the room which was extremely dangerous considering I need to take medication at the same time every day. The front desk staff reported there was nothing they could do and wouldn't accept another payment method, they suggested cash. They publicly humiliated me at the front desk. Being one of the very FEW minorities staying here I felt very targeted. I felt that I would not have been treated the same if i looked different. The staff did not bother to assist/ help me navigate this.. no plan b or c? Just no? I had to stay out all day from 9am -5 pm. After all of that they said "oh well we can give you a prior authorization form".... Unbelievable! I will never stay here again. Also, the entire first floor smelled like marijuana most of my stay and the bathrooms barely flush. The water pressure is terrible in the shower and there is black mold in the bathroom. LOOK ELSEWHERE!

Falkirk is fun to visit with the Marin house museum (Elks Lodge/Boyd House)...historical old…read morebuilding that has held events(weddings)...there's a gallery upstairs and new art to look at...nice building...showcases Marin's community...old historical lodge and well-kept

We couldn't have picked a more beautiful venue than the Falkirk Cultural Center for our wedding…read moreday. The grounds were absolutely stunning and the flowers were in full bloom, and the combination of the lush outdoor ceremony space and the elegant indoor cocktail area made everything feel magical and perfectly balanced. One of our favorite touches was the grand piano, which a Paella Time (catering vendor) played during our first look, it was such a unique and emotional moment. The venue itself is a gorgeous, historic Victorian house with incredible charm. We took some of our favorite photos in front of the stained glass windows, which added so much character and warmth. My wife especially loved the bridal suite, where she shared sweet first-look moments and photos with her mom and bridesmaids. It felt intimate, relaxed, and timeless. As San Rafael locals, we were so impressed by how affordable the venue was for everything it offered. Working with Patty and the entire Falkirk team was effortless--they were kind, flexible, and truly accommodating every step of the way. We feel so lucky they had our date available. This venue will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

Really nice spot to go after the farmers market on Saturday afternoon. Friendly staff, great wine…read moreand relaxed atmosphere. Theres a patio area with comfortable seating and two fire pits. Tried the red wine flight and the Prosecco brut, both were delicious. I will definitely be going back.

I'm loving it thus far! Perfect Dog, People and car watching spot. Friendly and welcoming. And…read moredirectly across the street from Pizzeria Picco!

Adorable shop serving great scoops owned by a local family. What's not to love? Truly so grateful…read moreto have this shop right in downtown Larkspur.

We went to The Shack to grab some late-night ice cream, and it was such a cute experience! It's a…read morefamily-owned kind of spot, and you can really feel that cozy, welcoming vibe the moment you walk in. The inside is adorable -- calligraphy, paintings, and drawings all over the walls make it feel creative and homey. The whole place just has a really nice, chill energy. The ice cream itself was fresh and flavorful -- we tried the Horchata and Ube flavors, and both were amazing! You can tell they use good, fresh ingredients. The flavors tasted real, not artificial, which I loved. The staff were super friendly, too. I don't remember the name of the girl who helped us, but she was great -- when we asked how many samples we could try, she said "as many as you want", which was honestly the sweetest thing ever. We got the kids' size, and it was the perfect portion for a late-night treat. I'd definitely recommend The Shack -- great vibes, great service, and even better ice cream! Overall Rating: 5/5 Must Try: Ube & Horchata Ice Cream Vibe: Artsy, cozy, and welcoming

2nd Monday of the month live Rag Time Music, amazing! BYOB & food. A great relaxing time.read more

We've been here two 4th of July's in a row for a great pre-parade pancake breakfast put on by the…read moreGirl Scouts and Boy Scouts, hosted by the American Legion. The breakfast is 8-11 am and the parade kicks off at 10:30 am, followed by a festival at the Corte Madera Town Park. For a annual piece of Americana with a small mountain-town feel (just 20 minutes outside of San Francisco) this is a fun experience.

Jennifer was great help, she provided plenty of organizational tools and templates in advance and…read moreis willing to listen. On top of the day of coordination, she includes check-ins months prior, a venue walkthrough and rehearsal coordination which I found extremely valuable to keep myself on track and have her really get to know my vision. She will ask questions you didn't even think about! Based on my specific experience, it was generally stellar but a few marks were missed at the beginning of the big day. Without an assistant, she was fully occupied with setting up decor downstairs so the prime management of multiple hand-offs, dealing with vendors arriving at once, crossing off key happenings on the timeline was not entirely covered. Otherwise, the wedding would of been near perfect. At the end of the day, she genuinely cares about her brides and works hard to make your dreams come to life.

Jennifer and her team are awesome. They were very accommodating, and every request was fulfilled…read more Normally it takes her team up to three (3) hours to set everything up (we had 16 tables, 128 chairs, and other decorative items); when the time of drop off came, the venue only allowed one (1) hour!! Jennifer sent extra man power to accommodate us - at no extra charge!! My partner and I were not involved any "hiccups" in the day of, so it was a relief to know that everything was taking care of has plan. We will definitely use Rustic Events again, and will of course recommend them. -Milton and Manny 05142016

Perfect! Our wedding and reception went great at Maple Lawn. The house and given areas/rooms pre…read morewedding for the Bride/bridesmaids and Groom/groomsmen spot on, the Greco/Roman terrace for the late afternoon ceremony just right, then spinning around and having the toasts/meal/cake/dance floor right there all flowed naturally, supported by great staff (including the months ahead meetings to pre plan). Thank you Maple Lawn, lucky to have this in Marin.

Melanie, Bridgette and Kathleen were amazing hosts to our venue. Definitely recommend! Every aspect…read moreof the experience was amazing and perfect. Highly recommend the terrace for an outdoor wedding that you will not forget. Entire staff who contributed were helpful and had our best interest in mind while preparing for this event. The vibe from the entire property matched what we were looking for. Perfect!