Frank's Place: View home on Inverness Ridge near Point Reyes National Seashore
Location: Inverness, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (Point Reyes National Seashore, 90 Min Drive to San Francisco) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7-9)
Keywords: House
Frank's Place on Inverness Ridge is a charming Point Reyes rental home with panoramic bay views. With spacious living and sleeping areas, wifi and an outdoor hot tub, it's the perfect lodging for families on a Point Reyes adventure or couples seeking a secluded and romantic getaway.
The natural setting is spectacular, with lush surrounding forest giving way to open vistas and rough-and-tumble rhododendron gardens. Here on the ridge nights are dark and quiet, and mornings are beautiful whether drenched in clear light or sheathed in fog. Birds are abundant, including resident Pileated Woodpeckers and many others changing with the seasons. Ravens and hawks ride the winds out over the canyon. Scan the gardens or the meadow below and you may see deer, or even a fox or bobcat.
This classic Inverness style home was designed and built by local architect Jim Campe in 1986. The living room, bedrooms, decks and hot tub all face out over forested parkland to Tomales Bay and the hills beyond. In the main living area wood and tile floors and high, beamed ceilings create an expansive and elegant atmosphere, while clearstory windows capture the afternoon sun. Just down the hall, the carpeted master suite features a king-size bed and large private bathroom with two sinks, giant tub and walk-in shower.
Downstairs are two additional bedrooms with a shared second bathroom. A queen-size bed and TV in one of the bedrooms make it great for a second couple. The other is just right for kids, with two twin beds. A large inflatable mattress and porta-crib are also available if needed. Step out onto the downstairs porch to access the private hot tub.
An additional office room upstairs includes a sofa/daybed that can be made up for yet another sleeping option. WiFi from a cable Internet connection is available throughout, and there's a small computer in the office if you didn't bring your laptop. Cable TV is present upstairs and down, as well as a stereo system in the living room. CDs, games, puzzles, art and many books are here for your enjoyment.
If you're a veteran Point Reyes visitor you probably already have your own list of favorite hikes, beaches and activities--but we'll be happy to offer some suggestions! If you are new to the area you'll be amazed by the beauty and diversity of the Point Reyes National Seashore landscape, and charmed by the small but culturally rich towns of Inverness and Point Reyes Station. Fine dining at any of several great restaurants, delectable treats and coffee at the Bovine Bakery , and a wealth of local, organic and artisan food products are all just minutes away. Be sure to save some time for browsing the local shops and galleries.
Frank's Place is new to the Inverness and Point Reyes vacation rental market, but we are experienced rental owners with a property in Kona, Hawaii that we have been managing for many years. Our local innkeeper is just two doors down, and will ensure that everything is just right for your arrival.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$300/night .. $1800/week
Rates include 4 guests.
Extra $25/night for each additional adult, 8 max.
Couples with no children receive 10% discount.
$100 cleaning fee.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Frank's Place: Classy Inverness Home with Bay Views, Hot Tub
Year Purchased: 1986
The Unique Benefits at this House
You'll love the peace and quiet! The property is beautifully situated in mature forest with plenty of sunlight and open vistas out across a forested canyon to the ridge line, Tomales Bay, and the hills beyond.
Owner's Map of Inverness
The Norris family has a long association with Point Reyes dating back to the 1960s. Frank and Virginia built the house in 1986 and lived here for many years. Scott and Jennifer and the kids now live in Sacramento, and we still come out regularly. The house is beautiful--we've spruced it up and now it's ready for you to enjoy!
Property Photos
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- Frank's Place: View home on Inverness Ridge near Point Reyes National Seashore - Ocean View Inverness House with Hot Tub, Cable TV, and WiFi
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- Comfortable living room with bay view windows - Ocean View Inverness House with Hot Tub, Cable TV, and WiFi
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- Front porch view of Tomales Bay and West Marin hills - Ocean View Inverness House with Hot Tub, Cable TV, and WiFi
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- Private hot tub in a pristine natural setting
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- Airy living room with high beamed ceilings and clearstory windows
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- Large master bedroom with king bed. Wake to beautiful views!
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- Beautiful master bath with built-in tub, walk-in shower, two sinks
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- Breakfast table off kitchen with garden windows
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- Formal dining area, side porch beyond
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- Complete kitchen with dishwasher, microwave
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- Second bedroom with queen bed, cable TV
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- 3rd bedroom with two twin beds
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- Office with computer and single bed. Cable Internet and WiFi throughout
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- Hot tub viewed from the side deck
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- Morning light
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- Sunny decks with unbeatable views
Traveler Reviews (21)
Guest: Anne
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Date of Stay: 10/28/09
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“Wow! What a great property. We thoroughly enjoyed the brilliant view, the comfy fireplace and the hot tub, too. I’m so glad my wife found this place to celebrate my birthday with two friends. We shall return!”
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Guest: Kathryn
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Date of Stay: 11/08/09
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“Thank you for sharing this wonderful place. The house feels so warm–we loved the books, music, artwork and the windows overlooking this beautiful place. Thank you for your kindness.”
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Guest: Austin
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Date of Stay: 12/20/09
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
"This was the perfect house to spend the weekend with the family. We loved the fireplace and the views, not to mention the hot tub. Thank you very much for sharing this spot.”
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Guest: Shivaun
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Date of Stay: 02/11/10
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“Thank you! I’m here with five other moms, taking the weekend off from our five husbands, one partner and FOURTEEN kids! Fun, relaxing, fun!” “Thanks for sharing your gorgeous home with us. We had a wonderful time and just love this place–beautiful, comfortable, friendly and cozy. We will be back!"
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Guest: Chris
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Date of Stay: 02/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“Thank you for this very special home to celebrate a beautiful Valentine’s weekend. Everything about the setting is spectacular–the views from every angle, the comfort, the openness to the outdoors but the warmth of the fireplace and hot tub…” “This house is wonderful. We enjoyed waking up to cool foggy mornings with sun rays squeezing through the trees. In the afternoon we went on hikes to the ocean and came back to the house for a warm fire and hot tub, and watched the Olympics.”
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Guest: Nancy
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Date of Stay: 03/06/10
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“Thank you for your gracious hospitality. We especially appreciated the fresh wildflowers and the fire already laid and just waiting for a match. What a stunning place God has prepared for you Californians–California is a beautiful, diverse state. We especially enjoyed the two gray foxes who visited one morning. And the hot tub was awesome.”
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Guest: Diane
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Date of Stay: 04/10/10
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“We had the BEST week here! Your house is beautiful and the views spectacular. The weather our whole time here (aside from Easter Sunday) was perfect. We did a lot of day trips. San Fran. 2 days, Armstrong Woods, Muir Woods, Point Reyes Lighthouse, Sonoma. Every single road we took and direction we went was just a beautiful drive. We really enjoyed the hot tub every night and seeing all the stars, and the peacefulness out here. Wonderful place, wonderful vacation. Thank you so much!”
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Guest: Ann
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Date of Stay: 04/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
“This is our second visit but won’t be our last. We love Point Reyes and this is the perfect house for a longish visit. We had several really great hikes: out the door to Inverness Ridge; Bayview Trail then up Drake’s View Trail; out to Tomales Point through the Tule Elk reserve; Chimney Rock and the Lighthouse; from Bear Valley to Mt. Wittenberg to Sky Camp to Bay View trailhead to Inverness Ridge and back ‘home’. Yesterday we explored the fire roads from the town of Inverness up to Mount Vision Road and back down a second fire trail. This is just an amazing area. Today our last day it is raining with heavy fog, but still just beautiful! Thank you Scott, and Kitsy for the great flowers and comfort.”
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