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Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.

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Idyllic retreat
Street view of gate and driveway
Main cabin living room and wood stove
View from main cabin living room to front deck
Main cabin living room looking toward bedrooms

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Inverness, CA
  • Tomales Bay State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Tomales Bay
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Novato, CA (NOT-Gnoss Field)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Detached Unit

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

cabin bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

main house bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.

Rustic family vacation home invites relaxation in redwood paneled house with large wrap around decks and separate sleeping cabin. A retreat for 2 generations of our family is now available to you and yours. Sunny and sheltered, this property offers the ideal combination of traits desired for the ultimate Inverness vacation. In the main house enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms and bath with shower. Relax in the main house living room with a fire in the woodstove. Need room to sleep more people or want to spread out your group? Separate sleeping cabin sleeps 3 more people and has a half bath. Decks extend the living from inside to out with large common areas and private get away spaces. A large, flat yard invites you to play.

Nearby area amenities include easy Tomales Bay swimming beach access (dogs allowed), kayak rental and boat launch. Hike from the house to many trails offering views of Tomales Bay and Pt. Reyes. The beaches of Pt. Reyes, the Pt. Reyes Lighthouse, Drakes Beach, Tomales Bay State Park and all of the Pt. Reyes National Seashore are just a short drive away. Truly a magical place you will want to return to over and over again.


Keywords: Lovingly cared for and personalized family compound; great for family gatherings; walk to swimming beach; access to tennis court; pet friendly; easily accomodates two families

Property manager

Peggy Dodge

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Wildfire is a danger here. Extinguish with water.
groups must not be on outside deck or yard after 9:00 pm Sunday-Thursday or 11:00 pm Friday & Saturday

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cabin is near the beach. Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Town Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Self Health Institute and Indian Valley Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Inverness, CA

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Point Reyes Hiking Trails - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 13 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Tomales Bay - 21 min drive - 11.6 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 Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat. located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tomales Bay State Park and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Shell Beach. Mount Wittenberg and Point Reyes National Seashore are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rain or no rain, just perfect!

Rustic with all modern conveniences. Great location and private.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous getaway

We (two families with children) happily returned to this amazing cabin in the woods to rest amidst the peace and natural beauty that this property offers. The extra sleeping cabin is beloved by our kids and we can't get enough of all the rustic touches and easy comfort of this long-time family retreat. The owner is easy to reach and very helpful, and the property comes very clean and fully equipped. We can't speak highly enough about this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana Sterling L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nostalgic

This is a wonderfully nostalgic cabin that fills you with sentimental longing and wistful affection for the past - even when it's not your past! It's so quirky, cozy, tidy and well cared for that you feel part of the family, and can imagine spending summers there... sailing at the yacht club down the street. Great location, dogs and teens love it. A true gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Stay

Beautiful little spot to stay while we were in town for an autumn wedding. We loved having tea on the porch, and going on walks around the neighborhood. The house is quaint and adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

john D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inverness

This is a wonderful house obviously cherished by the family with a long history. Very generously appointed. Great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Charm

The goal of our trip to Inverness was to remember our brother in the place he loved most. This home was the perfect choice, with its warm wood interior, a rustic beauty that charmed us immediately. We spent every evening at the house, and though there was only two of us, a larger group would be equally comfortable. With so many local products available nearby (oysters! cheese!bread!), each dinner was a feast laid out on the lovely dining table. The outdoor deck space was wonderful in the morning with our coffee before we set out for the day. We hope to make this trip an annual tradition, and there's no other place we'd prefer to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful, charming home and cabin. Great communication. Exactly what we were looking for in a relaxing weekend! Thanks for sharing you place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Costanza R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special place!

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHERIDAN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cozy house

We loved our stay. It is a family summer cabin that shows it has been loved for years and years. Staying there made me feel almost as if I was part of the family. It is very private and we loved hanging out in the cozy living room and on the sunny decks.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The house and sleeping cabin are charming and cozy. The lovely big decks are an awesome bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place to Relax!

Wonderful place to relax and enjoy the local charms. House was spotless and the perfect size.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inverness 2 bedroom house + cabin

Really enjoyed our stay. The owner provided everything (dishes, appliances etc) and located relatively close to all the beaches that our 2 dogs could go to. Quiet and relatively close to the town of Inverness. Enjoyed the Station restaurant and grocery store. All in all a relaxing trip from sizzling temperatures of Sacramento for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We loved staying here. It was a great set up for my mom, me and my two teenage kids. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen well stocked and it's a great location with easy access to beautiful Pt. Reyes. Peaceful and quiet too. Peggy was responsive and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Getaway

This is a charming cabin that offered the perfect place to come back to after time spent exploring all that Point Reyes has to offer. The accommodations were incredibly welcoming and the listed pictures does not do the cabin or property justice. Our favorite part was the deck. We spent the majority of time at the cabin enjoying the outdoors and the beautiful yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loic C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Lovely location and great host. Would stay there again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place!

We had a great time! Such an adorable cottage! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to visit Pt. Reyes National Seashore

Three of us were very comfortable, and the sleeping cabin was a bonus with privacy for our third adult friend. The instructions were very clear, and we found everything we needed. The planter on the deck with beautiful blooming kangaroo paws was such a fine welcome, and there were fresh flowers indoors as well. We prepared our breakfasts and dinners and ate indoors and outdoors on the deck--there are two. If you like a wood cabin with a nautical theme and photos and art reflecting the family's love of sailing, this is the place for you. We liked it very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Loved it! Big sunny deck, comfortable indoors, very quiet, private, and centrally located. We plan on returning as often as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

Comfy bed and well equipped kitchen..all you need for a great stay near PT Reyes Park
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply perfect getaway

This property is simple and a little quirky, but in a good way! It's located in its own private valley with lots of outdoor space for dogs and sunbathers. Our family appreciated the homey eccentric vibe. With Tomales Bay and Pt. Reyes Station on one side and Pt.Reyes Nat'l Seashore on the other, it's a perfect base for exploration.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. Good place to recharge. Clean, quiet, well-maintained rustic cabin near Pt Reyes. Sunny deck. Perfectly fenced yard for our little dog to explore. However realize no cell service and DSL internet is barely enough for email and web surfing. Probably not a good place for doing remote work. But a great weekend getaway. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

cory m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy House

This is a small, 2-bedroom house with wood floors, walls and ceilings built in 1963, owned by the same family and little-modified since then. The neighborhood is very quiet and very dark - great sleeping and certainly feels like there is no need to lock anything ever. Things to know: The internet is OK for email but not much else. The shower is very small - like RV small. The gate on the driveway (to keep animals out more than for security) is manual so you need to get out of the car to open/close each time. If these things are OK then it's great; we'd stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely respite in Point Reyes

Our family celebrated a birthday weekend here and enjoyed walking the hills of the neighborhood and charm of the rustic cabin. Make sure to plan some time to soak up the sunshine on the deck. Worked well with the dogs too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming, private, classic Marin cottages

Peggy’s place is great! We had the entire property with 2 cottages, decks and yard to ourselves. Bordered by trees and a fence, feels private & idyllic. Lovely old school wood interiors and everything we needed. Well-equipped kitchen & good appliances. We made a few meals for 5. Be sure to read the binder to locate the china cabinet. Location is excellent for Pt Reyes & Tomales Bay access. My family and I think this place is a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Inverness

Perfect to relax and unwind. Exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peggy Dodge

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I grew up spending weekends and summers in this house, retreating from the urban demands of San Francisco. I have had the chance to raise my own children in this timeless place. Inverness remains a magical place that I hope will always be a place where I can retreat and unwind.

Why they chose this property

This is a second generation family vacation cabin. With all the fabulous memories and the continued attraction to the area, we want to keep this treasure in the family.

What makes this property unique

Staying at this house has always meant a slower pace of life. There is deliberately no TV or internet at the house. There are book, board games and sports equipment. It is truly a place to take a time out from the fast pace and constant accessibility of our lives today. TV and internet are available nearby but the need to be intentional about accessing them keeps me honest about truly being on vacation. Tennis courts and Tomales Bay are within 2 blocks of the house. Foot paths in the area provide easy access to all of Inverness. Nearby hiking trails and fire roads offer even more choices for encounters with nature and spectacular vistas.

Languages:

English
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