Location: Point Reyes Station, San Francisco Bay Area, California, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: Ranch House
Spend your vacation on a former dairy farm, three blocks from the historic and charming town center of Point Reyes Station - just minutes away from the magnificent Point Reyes National Seashore.
The fifty-year-old ranch house has been completely updated and beautifully furnished. The large country kitchen is perfect for people who like to cook together and contains everything necessary for utilizing the wonderful array of locally grown culinary products available in town. Two large living rooms provide space and privacy for two families to share the house. The four bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. One has a king size bed, one has two doubles, one has a queen and a day bed, and one has two twin beds. A large enclosed patio contains a complete kitchen with a built-in barbeque and a newly renovated swimming pool and half bath. A fully equipped laundry room is also provided.
The Point Reyes area offers excellent opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, boating, wine tasting, dining and simply enjoying the breathtaking scenery. We are located 40 miles north of San Francisco and about 40 miles away from the Napa/Sonoma wine country. Call or e-mail for more information - ask for Jeanette
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib : Port-a-crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Food processor, Coffee grinder, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, high chair
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Wine tasting
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$350/weeknight - Sunday through Thursday - two night minumum
$400/night on weekends (Friday, Saturday)- two night minimum
$2400/week
$175 cleaning fee $25/night/per person extra for more than 10 people
Three night minimum on holiday weekends - one week minimum for Christmas
$300 fully refundable security deposit
10% occupancy tax
An extra charge will be applicable for pool heat from Oct.through May.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
4 Bedroom, Gourmet Kitchen, View, Swimming Pool, Fireplace
Year Purchased: 1950
The Unique Benefits at this House
The house is within walking distance to the center of the village of Point Reyes Station and yet is secluded enough to provide the peace and quiet necessary for a relaxing getaway. The area offers spectacular scenery and many opportunities for outdoor activities.
Owner's Map of Point Reyes Station
My three brothers and I grew up in this ranch house which was built by our parents in 1950. The house was part of a working dairy until 2007. The ranch pasture lands have been purchased by the federal government and are being restored to wetlands as part of the Point Reyes National Seashore.
After the death of our parents we decided to convert the house to a vacation rental so that we could afford to maintain it and continue to have access to it for family members. Profits from the rental are used to fund scholarships for local high students.
Property Photos
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- queen bedroom with daybed
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Traveler Reviews (4)
The photographs only tell part of the story
Guest: Anna
(Sacramento, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/06/12
Review Submitted: 01/11/12
This property provided a great weekend getaway I recently enjoyed with a group of friends. The photographs on this site show how nicely furnished the farmhouse is, but can't illustrate the comfortable and relaxing atmosphere there. The bedrooms are roomy and the beds very comfy. Then there are the common living areas where your group can all gather in one place or find a corner to read in or watch TV. And the kitchen makes cooking fun as there's lots of space for multiple cooks and/or helpers and most any pot or pan or appliiance you would ever need. To top it all off, the house is located right in Point Reyes Station. You can walk for coffee, to the bakery, good restaurants, a local grocery store and the wonderful Toby's Market. There's plenty of shopping, too, for those so inclined. As you can see, the house looks out on the fairly newly renovated wetlands area, which is lovely. You also have easy access to probably one of the best hiking areas in California, if not the whole United States. I hope to return to Waldo's Farmhouse soon and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone..
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Best Kept Secret Hideway in Marin
Guest: Carol
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
My foodie friends and I had a fabulous, relaxing, and exhilarating weekend at this great old family home! Dinner at Nick's, lunch at Osteria, (don't miss the fresh fruit & veggies at Toby's Barn or the bakery or the great Point Reyes Blue and Cowgirl Creamery cheeses)!!! We hiked, golfed and just toured the town. In the evening we put the fully-equipped kitchen and b-b-q to the test and produced some memorable meals, then relaxed around the fire and caught-up with each other. The beds are comfy, the pool refreshing, and there's room to stash your hubby in the den if he wants to watch a game! Great time was had by all and we're planning to make this an annual trek!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Point Reyes house
Guest: Nancy
(San Mateo, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/30/11
Review Submitted: 05/15/11
This ranch house and the family that owns it are wonderful. Jeanette has always been warm and responsive. Staying at their place, you feel like a local. During the summer and fall, it's great to go to the farmer's market then grill your fresh, local veggies and seafood for dinner. It has the best view in town: the newly restored wetlands and former dairy barn. The pool is also a true treat for kids and adults alike. With the four bedrooms, two living rooms, and huge kitchen/dining room, it's quite comfortable for multiple families or generation-spanning reunions. It's a great base from which to explore the Point Reyes area and surrounds.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfection!
Guest: Biz
(Mill Valley CA)
Date of Stay: 04/16/10
Review Submitted: 05/02/11
What a wonderful stay! A beautiful location, so private and relaxing and yet so very close to the center of Pt. Reyes Station (a 5 minute walk if that!). The home is very spacious and immaculately maintained! The large picture windows enable you to enjoy the outdoors from within as well. The kitchen is truly gourmet and equipped with any kitchen untensil you could possibly need. All pictures on the website of the home both inside and out are accurate. They show roominess and comfort, and that's exactly what you will experience! Many hiking trails are close by as well as beautiful Tomales Bay. We enjoyed side trips such as Bear Valley, Chimney Rock, and the small villages of Tomales, Bolinas and Inverness. The owner was prompt and attentive to our questions. Communication was a pleasure. We would definitely recommend this property for others to enjoy, and we look forward to many trips back. What a find!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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