Location: Inverness, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (Just past the Entrance to Tomales Bay State Park) View Map
Accommodations: Vacation Home, 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 5)
Located on five acres of magnificent bishop pines and oaks, Helen's House has panoramic views of Tomales Bay's Hearts Desire Beach and Tomales Bay State Park, and is completely surrounded by the State Park and Point Reyes National Seashore.
Helen's House is a cabin style home which has a large living room with a stone fireplace, dining area and king bedroom, all with picture windows which have scenic vistas of Tomales Bay. The property also has an outdoor campfire area as well as a picnic area with wood slab tables and gas barbecue, which is spacious enough to accommodate large gatherings of family or friends, or just a quiet and serene lunch for two.
Located on Pierce Point peninsula at the entrance to Tomales Bay State Park, The Trees By Tomales Bay consists of two private vacation homes situated on 5 acres. The property features spectacular views of Tomales Bay and Abbotts Lagoon, and is surrounded on all sides by State Park and National Seashore.
Enjoy the solitude and peacefullness of our unique setting amidst bishop pines, oaks and beautiful vistas, or venture to the beaches and trails of Tomales Bay State Park (5 minutes) or the many vistas, trails, historic sites and beaches of the Point Reyes National Seashore (5-15 minutes).
POINT REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE comprises over 100 square miles, including 32,000 acres of coastal wilderness area. Estuaries, windswept beaches, coastal scrub grasslands, salt and freshwater marshes, and coniferous forests create a haven of 80 miles of unspoiled and undeveloped coastline. Abundant recreational opportunities include 147 miles of hiking trails, backcountry campgrounds, and numerous beaches, including over 10 continuous miles of unspoiled beach. Kayaking, biking, hiking, beachcombing, surf fishing, seasonal whale and elephant seal watching, bird watching and wildlife viewing are just a few of the activities awaiting your visit. Additionally, you can explore geology, Coast Miwok Indian culture or Lighthouse history by visiting the many historic sites within the park. Located just an hour’s drive from the San Francisco Bay Area, the Seashore is a great escape from a busy city life.
TOOMALES BAY STATE PARK is comprised of a 2,000-acre day-use park which features four gently sloping, surf-free beaches, protected from winds by Inverness Ridge, the backbone of the Point Reyes Peninsula, as well as forests, fields, hills, meadows and marshes - each with its own plant life, including varieties of trees, shrubs and wildflowers. One of the finest remaining virgin groves of Bishop pine in California is in the park's Jepson Memorial Grove. Wildlife in the area includes foxes, raccoons, badgers, weasels, chipmunks, squirrels, rabbits, deer, bobcats, skunks, wood rats, field mice, moles and other animals. There are also land and sea birds, including the spotted owl, quail, goldfinches, puffins, great blue heron, pelicans, ruddy ducks, woodpeckers, meadowlarks - and more. The park has hiking trails connecting all its bay beaches, and is a popular place for picnicking, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, bird watching, clamming and boating.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Water View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Picnic Area, Outdoor Fire Pit, Non Smoking, and as we are located in the heart of the National Seashore and State Park with it's abundance of wildlife, we do not allow any pets
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Weekdays $160/night / Weekends $185/night / 2 night min / Plus 10% tax
Holidays $185/night / 3 night min / Plus 10% tax
Check-in time: 3:00 PM Check-out time: 11:00 AM
Rates are for two / Additional guests are $20/person/night (5 people max)
Full payment required with reservation. Cancellations must be 14 days in advance
of stay for full refund,less processing fees.
For any cancellation within 14 days of scheduled stay, you will be credited back
for any portion of the reservation we are able to rebook,less processing fees.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1954
Why the Owner Chose Inverness
This property was purchased by my grandparents and is now owned by our family. We grew up here enjoying the beaches, trails, nature and beauty, and hope to share it with our guests.
The Unique Benefits at this Vacation Home
Helen's House is a beautiful rustic retreat that offers a getaway from the hectic daily grind and allows one to get back in sync with the peacefulness of nature. We are away from it all, and in the middle of it all being surrounded by the Point Reyes National Seashore and Tomales Bay State Park.
Property Photos
- Living Room & Dining Area - Inverness, San Francisco, CA-California Vacation Home at Tomales Bay!
- Living Room and Fireplace - Inverness, San Francisco, CA-California Vacation Home at Tomales Bay!
- King Bedroom - Inverness, San Francisco, CA-California Vacation Home at Tomales Bay!
- Stone Fireplace
- Guest Bedroom
- Helen's House
- Picnic with a view
- Drake's Beach
- Tomales Point Trail Vista
- Tule Elk at Pierce Point
- Blue Waters Kayak rentals only minutes away!
- Pelicans at Abbott's Lagoon
- Family fun at Heart's Desire & Indian Beach
- Windy, Wavy & Wild on the Great Beach
- Indian Beach Reflections
- Inverness Store Landmark
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Ann & Brian , Davis, CA
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Helen's House. It is so peaceful and beautiful here. We wish we could take it with us. Thank you for providing us some time away to celebrate our 5th year anniversary and renew our vows and commitment to each other. We will always remember our special time here and hope to come back again soon.
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Pt. Reyes is such a great place to hike, go to the beach & just generally relax. I'm glad we came to Helen's House this trip. It's the perfect complement to all that Pt. Reyes has to offer. Comfortable & cozy, with great views, we really enjoyed ourselves. Our daughter liked the swing the best.
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A lovely place to still the mind and collect one's thoughts. Helen's House is thoughtfully and carefully appointed. Every comfort has been considered. Adventure lies just beyond the front door- Tule elk and the lighthouse await. A place to discover yourselves.
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Greg Merrill , Oakland, CA
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What a beautiful house, madeso comfortable with all your wonderful extra touches. A great weekend of family "bonding". Thanks to Lil for finding Helen's House organizing our hike & providing fantastic food.
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What a gem--- We have been coming to Pt. Reyes for many years and wish we would have found Helen's House sooner. This is such a great placein a magical setting.
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In 25 yrs. of visiting Pt. Reyes, this is one of the loveliest spots we've found. The house and the grounds are beautiful and the setting couldn't be better. Thanks for a marvelous weekend-- and introducing us to Marshall Beach.
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When I saw Helen's House on the internet, it looked great. It turned out even greater. Your hospitality is appreciated & so thoughtful. All the little things that you provide do not go unnoticed. We love the place and plan to be back. Thanks for everything.