Location: Bolinas, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (45 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge)
Accommodations: Home, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7)
The property is unique in that it is totally private. It is on 14 acres which includes woods and pastures with horses. There is ample room to explore right on the grounds. We have also built a playhouse in the woods where children can play creatively and independently---inspired by the recent book The Last Child in the Woods. This book documents the need for intimate connection to nature and to independent fantasy play for children. The playhouse is surrounded by trails leading to an open meadow of five acres. There is also a drawbridge!
The home is well used, comfortable and ideal for families with children. There is also a coop with chickens, ducks and Doc, the rabbit. Young kids can access the coop to collect eggs with parental supervision. Most children spend hours in the chicken coop. There are views of surrounding hills and the Bolinas Lagoon and access to nearby trails in open space and parkland. It is one mile from the Audubon Canyon Ranch where one can watch seals and all kinds of bird life on Bolinas Lagoon; less than two miles from the town of Bolinas and beaches, and 10 miles from Point Reyes Park HQ with its extensive trails, beaches and wildlife.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$500/night .. $900/weekend .. $2000/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1970
I have lived on this property for over 40 years and it is a nurturing and spiritual place for me--compeletly private and still. For people who value those two things it is ideal. We also have built a playhouse in the woods where children can play independently and creatively and there are all kinds of animals on the place. I do not keep up with the callendar--house is rented about half the time--so the best way to enquire about availability is to email me--I am very prompt.
Why the Owner Chose Bolinas
When we saw the property we did not hesitate--it was the ideal place to raise a family....as well as have tranquility as an important aspect of our daily lives.
The Unique Benefits of this Home
Watching the lagoon for its varied wildlife, gardening, horseback riding, animal care, and sitting in the meadow enjoying a drink at the end of the day.
Property Photos
- View of Bolinas Lagoon - Bolinas Vacation Home with Great Views
- East Side Patio - Bolinas Vacation Home with Great Views
- South Side from Meadow - Bolinas Vacation Home with Great Views
- horses in meadow
- Living Room
- playhouse in woods
- gate and trail to playhouse
- suspension bridge in woods
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