Location: Inverness, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA (near Pt. Reyes Station) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-15)
Keywords: Large home with views
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This is a wonderful house for extended-family gatherings, company retreats or groups of friends in a very peaceful setting. There is ample common space - the dining room seats twelve - and the four bedrooms (five including the cottage) are each large and well seperated from each other. The perfect setting for two to five couples. Add the futon and sofa sleeper to accomodate a few extra. I can help you arrange a catered meal or two, if you like, and mid-stay cleanings can be arranged for those staying more than just a few days.
Privacy and tranquility, all withing walking distance to Point Reyes National Seashore trails. The Raven's Roost is immediately adjacent to the incredible Point Reyes National Seashore. The pupping elephant seals are a short drive away at Chimmey Rock from December through March.
Dramatic views from all rooms. Kitchen includes granite counters, restaurant-grade oven with hood. Upstairs/downstairs decks and patio offer plenty of outdoor space. Toddlers can ride trikes in the driveway.
Relax in the hot tub after a day on the trail or at the beach.
This rental consists of a four bedroom, two and a half bath home and a detached guest cottage. In the main house, one room has a king bed, the other three have queens. The cottage has no cooking facilites but adds a queen bed, full bath (shower only) small refrigerator and a sink.
The house is to be used by our overnight guests only, and cannot be used for larger parties, weddings or groups of more than 12 adults.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Birding, Beaches, Relaxing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rate for the house (1 king bed, 3 queen beds, futon in tv room,
Sofa sleeper in lounge) - $660/nt.
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Add the studio cottage (queen bed, full bath(shower only)) - $130/nt.
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Cleaning fee of $125 regardless of length of stay.
3 night minimum stay April - October. 2 night minimum Nov thru March.
4 night minimum July4th/Thxgiving; 5 for Xmas/New Years
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Inverness
While hiking trails in Point Reyes, I once came upon a group of just a few houses. I had no idea there were houses with such views of the park. We actually decided to buy this house upon taking our first steps onto the driveway. It is that incredible.
Owner's Map of Inverness
I've loved the Point Reyes area since I first moved to California.
Property Photos
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- Every room has this view of Tomales Bay and the hills beyond. - Inverness, California Real Estate
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- Patio includes BBQ grill, access to decks and views. - Inverness, California Real Estate
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- Large living room with multiple seating areas. - Inverness, California Real Estate
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- Dining room seats up to twelve. ('kid's table seats an additional five.)
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- Again, the living room.
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- Fully stocked kitchen with restaurant quality gas stove.
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- Decks provide expansive views.
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- Bring your telescope.
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- Early morning view from the deck.
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- King sized bed in this room
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- One of four bedrooms with queen sized bed.
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- Unobstructed views for miles.
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- Detached studio cottage provides the fifth bedroom and full bath.
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- Another enticing photo of the tub area.
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- View of Elephant Mountain in the fog, from the deck.
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- These trailheads are a short walk from the house.
Traveler Reviews (17)
WHAT A VIEW!
Guest: Izzy
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 01/06/12
Review Submitted: 01/12/12
The Raven's Roost is amazing! A jacuzzi perched on the most beautiful ridge you've ever seen, a fantastic 8 mile hike right out the front door (from which you can see the Farallon Island AND the ocean on the other side of them!), plenty of parking, a lovely and fully equipped kitchen, beds galore, a BBQ, easy access to Pt. Reyes Station and Inverness... I could go on and on. Tom, the owner, was responsive to email (much appreciated when you are, like me, using VRBO for the first time and don't totally understand how it works) and even sent along restaurant suggestions, directions, and a note welcoming Raven's Roost guests. I recommend this place highly to anyone wanting to plan a getaway for a large group. We had spectacular weather, but I can imagine the place being equally charming on a cold, rainy day. I will be back, that is for sure!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Made our Christmas one of the most memorable ever!
Guest: SHS
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 12/23/11
Review Submitted: 01/08/12
We brought together two families for a family Christmas gathering, and Raven's Roost provided the perfect setting. As others have noted, the space is roomy so that no one feels underfoot or crowded, but also cozy and inviting - we spend a lot time lounging in the main room. And, there are plenty of separate bedrooms and nearby trails for those needing a break from the group! The space is clean and well maintained, but also comfortable for children (we had two children in our group, 6 and 8). My only regret about the amenities was that I didn't use the hot tub more often! In terms of the surroundings, a nice surprise was the Inverness Ridge Trail. Blessed with some unusually warm December weather, we hiked to/from Limantour Beach - took us all day, but so worth it. Made us feel lucky to live in CA. Another highlight of the sunny weather was that view! We could see--and even hear cows--clear across Tomales Bay. As the trip organizer, I was particularly impressed with Tom's responsiveness throughout the whole process from booking to departure. He was consistently accessible via phone and email, and very clear in his communication and responses to my questions. In fact, he was the only VRBO owner to give me a call after I submitted my initial inquiry. Finally, Raven's Roost is a true value - very affordable without sacrificing quality, cleanliness, and detail. The poinsettia and complimentary bottle of wine were a welcoming touch. We would definitely return and I'll recommend RR to other large groups!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Raven's Roost!
Guest: MD
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Great place. My friends and I have stayed at RR twice now and enjoyed it thoroughly each time. It's a beautiful house in a beautiful, quiet setting. The kitchen is excellent, and the house is quite roomy and comfortable. The view from the windows is stunning. We plan to stay in this house many times in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Raven's Roost - Excellent!
Guest: Susan
(El Cerrito, California)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Our stay at Raven’s Roost was terrific! The house is so beautiful. We woke up with the sun blazing through the window and the fog below. The fog drifted away early and we enjoyed the Point Reyes Station Farmer’s Market and Heart’s Desire Beach. It was a thoroughly wonderful stay.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderfully located escape!
Guest: SML
(Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/08/11
Review Submitted: 02/20/11
Three couples with lots of individual plans shared a wonderful retreat at Raven's Roost. The property is spacious, allowing privacy for everyone. The living and dining rooms and kitchen were perfect for sharing cooking and meals, and the wi-fi allowed us to do some work as well. The decks and hot tub allowed us all to be outside and enjoy the view, the stars, and the fog moving in and out across Tomales Bay. We sat and read, soaked, visited, hiked near the house and also on several Point Reyes trails (all wonderful). Went to Limantour, to Drake's Bay, Chimney Rock, to the Lighthouse - saw whales, elephant seals, even a bobcat (not near the house). Ate in Point Reyes Station, had coffee, shopped, looked in the galleries. One of us had to join the group a little late, and reported getting from Berkeley to Pt. Reyes Station in just about an hour. This place is easily accessible but feels SOOOO far away! Owner was terrifically helpful and available by phone for questions. Furnishings, kitchen equipment and bedding were all just great - there is one charming but very beat up green leather chair that stayed occupied most of the time. For our purposes this was a perfect place. I'd recommend it to everyone, but you'd need to keep a close eye on small children. We had a fire going in the evenings in the wood stove - took the chill off and kept us cozy. Sunrise from the hot tub? Just dreamy! And the weather was perfect as well.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Beautiful location
Guest: Patti
(Snohomish, Wa)
Date of Stay: 02/08/11
Review Submitted: 02/18/11
We loved our stay at Raven's Roost. This is an incredibly beautiful location and a very comfortable house. The views, from most every room, of Tomales Bay are spectacular. There's plenty of room to spread out and give everyone, our group was 6, room to themselves. We'd recommend a stay at Raven's Roost.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Best vacation home in the area
Guest: Madeleine
(Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/18/10
Review Submitted: 12/13/10
The Raven's Roost is fantastic. We're vacation home veterans. We've rented a *lot* of them over the years. I know what's out there - the good, bad, and everything in between. This property is at the top of my list. We intend to return again and again, as do the other folks we spent the weekend with. Every vacation home should have some trait that makes it really special & memorable. With Raven's Roost, it's the views. Without a doubt. The home was designed so that you can drink them in from every vantage point - from the bedrooms, the kitchen, the hot tub, the decks, and from that gorgeous main room with the cathedral ceilings. It's breathtaking everywhere you look. The setting is just phenomenal. Another plus is that the bedrooms are spaced so that you aren't running into your "housemates". There's ample room, even with a large group. We never felt like we were disturbing or tripping over one another. We made good use of that huge dining table, too. I loved that it seated all of us. The owners were responsive, friendly and professional. A couple of very minor matters: we were at Raven's Roost during a cold snap and while the home's heat works really well, it takes a long time to get going. Some of the bedrooms had space heaters in them but not all. We had to share them for a bit. Also, the house was a little lower on some basic provisions than I'm used to. But since we'd brought own for the most part, it wasn't a problem.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Family Gathering at Raven's Roost
Guest: Marijke
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 09/30/10
We had a family gathering (ages 10 to 56) at Raven's Roost in August and the house (and extra cottage) were perfect for the occasion. The living/dining room was well suited for a variety of activities ... including just relaxing on the comfortable sofa ..... enjoying the beautiful view towards Tomales Bay. The kitchen was very well outfitted (but it does cry for a breadknife to slice the delicious local Brickoven Bread!). We enjoyed walks on the Inverness Ridge trail where we picked huckleberries, a drive to Nicks Cove for a feast of superb oysters, a morning at the Farmers Market in Point Reyes Station and, of course, a visit to the Tomales Bay beaches. We look forward to returning to Raven's Roost for another family gathering next year!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers.
Expansive but cosy
Guest: Kn
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 09/16/10
Review Submitted: 09/23/10
Raven's Roose is the perfect setting for a family gathering; a beautifully designed house but comfortable and welcoming as well so we all felt right at home the minute we walked in the door. There were 8 of us in the house, plus 4 children, plus my inlaws in the guest house. The kitchen, living room, dining room combination works exceptionally well for family cooking, eating and socializing together. The "to die for" views out the huge living room windows only added a sense of awe to everyone's experience. Typically unpredictable Point Reyes weather - but it didn't matter. Each day we were in the clouds, above the clouds or basking in the glorious sunshine - sometimes all three in one day and each experience uniquely wonderful. Don't miss the Hog Island Oyster experience in Tomales Bay!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Raven's Roost is truly the top of the top
Guest: Shotgun Players
(Berkeley)
Date of Stay: 02/04/10
Review Submitted: 09/22/10
Our theater company has stayed long weekends at Raven's Roost for three years running. The place is incredible. There is room for everyone, a fantastic and well appointed kitchen, a beautiful living room to meet and spend time together, and a view of Tomales Bay that is unparalleled. During our meetings the whole group pauses to watch giant birds soaring below the windows. Very highly recommended. Hardly feels like a rental -- the furniture, bedding and other house details are all top of the line.
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