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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Inverness Vacation Retreat - Tomales Bay View!

Inverness Vacation Retreat is a 2 bedroom home near Chicken Ranch Beach where you can enjoy a weekend get away or a longer stay. Perched on a hillside amid madrones and oaks, this beautiful 2200 sq home overlooks Tomales Bay with views of the rolling hills north of Pt. Reyes Station.

The house has an open floor plan including architectural floor to ceiling poles giving the feeling of a tree house in the woods. The main living area has extensive windows looking into the forest in one direction and towards Tomales Bay in the other. The small galley kitchen is fully stocked with all the cookware you need to prepare a gourmet meal and a table that seats 6-8.

The home has fiber optic internet and a cell phone extender to improve spotty coverage in the area. There is a DVD/VCR player (and plenty of DVD and VHS! Tapes to choose from) and HDTV (no cable TV but many channels are available). Or unplug with one of the homes many games or puzzles or pick up a book to read.

For sleeping, your group will have plenty of options and places to spread out. There are two bedrooms downstairs each with queen sized beds which provide privacy and a quiet oasis. Above the main living area there are two semi-private lofts, one with a queen-sized plus bed and the other with two twin futon mattresses, and several options on the main floor. The house has 1-1/2 baths upstairs, 1 full bath downstairs. The house's interior was painted recently and custom artwork installed.

Inverness Vacation Retreat is located a 5 minute walk from Chicken Ranch Beach and is accessible to all that the area has to offer – beaches, great hiking, and local restaurants. Inverness is just 0.6 miles away, and Point Reyes Station is 5.3 miles.

Come and enjoy – rest, relax, and get away to the Point Reyes area!

Property manager

Clarissa Naftzger

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Inverness, CA

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shell Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Tomales Bay - 20 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Seafood Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Company - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Inverness Vacation Retreat - Tomales Bay View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inverness Vacation Retreat - Tomales Bay View!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inverness Vacation Retreat - Tomales Bay View!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inverness Vacation Retreat - Tomales Bay View! located?

This family-friendly Inverness holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tomales Bay State Park and Shell Beach. South Beach and Heart's Desire Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Inverness Vacation Retreat - Tomales Bay View! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 106 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice L., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Spot!
Three college chums in our 70’s thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location is convenient to the wonders of Point Reyes. When we were done sight seeing, we sat back in the comfy deck chairs and soaked up the view of Tomales Bay. The location is quiet- completely surrounded on three sides by woods. The host responded promptly to our emailed questions. We would go again in a heart beat,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J., santa cruz california

Liked: Cleanliness
my birthday
with my sister, her partner and my daughter lots of hiking, cooking great meals there great location beautiful space/views
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rocky A., Atlanta and London

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Review
Cute cabin just wish it had been properly cleaned prior to our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-a-way overlooking Tomales Bay
Comfortable, cozy house - plenty of room, yet intimate at the same time. AMAZING views of Tomales Bay and the surrounding hills. Close to so much - Point Reyes National Seashore, the local villages, and so much more. Enjoyed it a lot, and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flora M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and house!
We loved this house and would return in a second. We had hoped for great weather but found ourselves there during a pretty strong storm that lasted most of our weekend there. The house was perfect for staying indoors, most especially for storm watching. There's a great view from the front room and we took advantage of watching beautiful sun rises, wonderful clouds and even did some bird watching. In between we headed to Point Reyes for a few, lucky us, short but dry walks. The kitchen is well stocked - a bit tiny for more than one cook but we worked it out. Great set up if you had kids with you but there is not much yard for them if you need to occasionally kick them out of the house. Truly enjoyed our time there; the hosts made if very easy to do so! Easy check in; easy check out. I probably missed it, but only street parking available and a bit of a downhill walk to the front door. Not difficult, but something to consider if you have someone who doesn't walk well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Spot
We loved this house! There was plenty of space, it was well-equipped, and the views were spectacular. It felt like a well cared for home. I would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy stay with beautiful view
What a great location! We enjoyed our stay at the house. It was in quiet area on a hill, The house was lovely. It has large windows in main room great views of Tomales Bay. The main deck was great place for morning coffee. There are 2 main bedrooms downstairs, while also have sleeping areas in loft sections upstairs. And there are additional sleeping areas, couches that turn into beds. There were just two of us, but would be great for families or friends traveling together. We loved all the seating options in the living room, enjoyed the tv nook area. Liked the Bluetooth stereo option. Kitchen was well supplied. Really appreciated having laundry facilities. The house was a great place to base out of for cycling and hiking in and around Pt Reyes. Favorite food options nearby, Inverness Park Market, has a great deli with tasty sandwiches and sides. Also have the Taproom restaurant. Closer is the Saltwater restaurant in Inverness. It wasn’t open this trip they were on holiday, but we have eaten there before, would definitely recommend it. Additional food, shopping options are not far away in Pt Reyes and Olema. Owners of the house, very nice, easy to connect with via texting. We loved our stay at the house, would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters reunion
Front deck looking over Tomales Bay was a winner, especially for a full moon rising. Coziness of various sitting areas worked well for us. We enjoyed the variety of outdoor activities Point Reyes offers, including Saturday’s Farm Market.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

June O., San Francisco, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Super comfortable home, with great view
We all agreed we would want to buy this house if we could. There were only three of us but the house would be well-suited to two families. The kitchen is very well-outfitted, with everything functioning properly. If you tend to wake up with first light, you might consider bringing eyeshades as the window coverings are minimal.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway cabin!
Clarissa's place is an architectural gem, full of interesting art and furniture, as well as great views of the woods and the bay. The front and back decks are quiet places to have coffee or a glass of wine, and we saw deer passing through almost every day. The house is ideally located to explore the National Seashore, and is a 10 minute walk from a beach on the bay. There are several great restaurant options within 10 minutes. Would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for Point Reyes National Seashore
We loved the uniqueness of the home and the views of Tomales Bay were perfect. It is super easy to get Point Reyes Station and Point Reyes National Seashore from this house. Communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing in Tomales Bay
This is a great property that we will visit again. Lots of sleeping options, wonderful place to gather with family and friends and actually be together. Table is large enough to host the number of guests staying at this home. Brand new grill just off the kitchen for ease of BBQ'ing and not having to go far with the food. Views out of every window including the bay. Decks galore with seating to chill and enjoy the views. Located in the heart of things, so never have to drive far to reach all the popular sites to visit. Plenty of extra blankets, pillows and linens. Not your run of the mill hotel like place to stay, instead you will be welcomed to a warm, cozy home with fun decorations that you will discover throughout your stay. The host was also very responsive, helpful and provided any necessary information.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with excellent view
The house is spacious, clean and comfortable; we enjoyed the view of Tomales Bay as well as the close vicinity to Inverness and the beaches. The house was well stocked with towels and bedding. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Inverness
Wonderful views, great, uncomplicated layout for a group of friends. Beautiful in the morning, cozy at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like being in a whimsical treehouse
The property manager is extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Domenic S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful retreat!
Close to San Francisco, but feels like worlds away. We had a wonderful, relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie (Sharon) J., santa cruz california

Liked: Cleanliness
girls get away
beautiful! the view is lovely, the beds great. The kitchen a bit small but we made do, everything worked! so quiet too
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort with a view
This house is nicely appointed with plenty of sleeping space, multiple bathrooms and a beautiful view of Tamales Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful location overlooking Tomales Bay
very conveniently located. nice to take a sunrise walk on the local beach and enjoy the wildlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anya v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious house, beautiful view, quite neighborhood
We enjoyed our stay in this spacious house overlooking Tomales Bay. There were plenty of games, toys and movies for the kids to stay engaged. The kitchen was well stocked and there were plenty of towels also for the beach. Ice chest and beach chairs to enjoy Chicken Ranch Beach. It was the perfect spot for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute perfect getaway
We had such a lovely time. The house was clean and spacious. Plenty of beds, reading nooks and fantastic views. The location was perfect. We hit the ocean beaches and the visitors center. I have already recommended this place and would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ruth m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Very comfortable and welcoming place to stay with great view of Tomales Bay. Well stocked. Lots of things for the family - games, videos, beach chairs and floats. It's clear that they want you to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in beautiful location
This is a lovely house in a beautiful area--very convenient to exploring Point Reyes. The view is great, and the house is well-decorated. (And as others say, the photos don't do it justice.) We had plenty of space to hang out, read, and play games. Clarissa was always quick to respond with any questions. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn L., San Leandro

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
We had a great stay at the Inverness house. It felt like staying in a treehouse! All the windows make the house a really special place. Loved the outdoor deck for coffee in the morning. As others have said, the pictures don’t do it justice. I would love to return and will definitely recommend to others! Clarissa was a great host also. very attentive and responsive. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022