Big Lovely House - Point Reyes National Seashore

Inverness, CA, USA

About the property

House2700 sqft
Bedrooms4
Sleeps8

Bathrooms3
Half Baths0
Minimum Stay2 - 4 nights

4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Sleeps 4-8

Brook Ness house is handcrafted and well situated for exploring the pristine nature of Point Reyes National Seashore all around you, Tomales Bay cove beaches to Pacific oceanic beaches, whale watching, wild flowers, mountain biking, bird watching, sailing and kayaking. This is one of the iconic, true Inverness homes in an area very like an old English village, with huge trees and shingled houses. It's only a 5 minute stroll through First Valley to town shops, oysters at Salt Water restaurant and Tomales Bay.

Or going feral, you can cross the footbridge near the house, hike up the mesa where you'll find myriad trails climbing Mount Vision to kettle ponds and sweeping views of the headlands. The house is also perfect for cozy dinners, games, movies, reading and relaxing with loved ones.

This is a great place for a family, at the end of a short lane, safe from road traffic. There is a toy room, shared tennis courts nearby, and in fair weather an open outdoor space for al fresca dining under a live oak. The hot outdoor shower makes it a breeze to de-salt after a day at the beach, and the hammock aloft the stream is a dreamy reading spot.

Owner prefers to be paid by paper checks. This saves on fees and can be sent along with usual contract. (A small quiet dog is okay, but no unruly or loud dogs allowed.)

Keywords: Country House, Oysters, swimming and beaches, Writing Retreat, getaway, West Marin hiking, trees and clean air, quiet, whales and wild life, serene marshlands, gourmet food.

Owner

Margaret

Member Since 2009

Response rate:
100%

Response time:
within one hour

Speaks:
english

Calendar last updated:
Apr 20, 2018

About Margaret

We are a family of avid outdoors-folk, sailors, hikers, naturalists.

Margaret purchased this House in 2001

Why Margaret chose Inverness

We marvel at Point Reyes and the choices of fun fresh things to do in this boundless and well-protected natural preserve.

What makes this House unique

Heart's Desire hikes, Bodega Bay for a tour of Hitchcock's set for The Birds and crab salad in town, oysters at Hog Island, dinner in Point Reyes, the local farmer's market on Saturdays, walking Kehoe Beach for big tumbling waves, reading the paper at Drakes, blackberry picking in September...the list goes on and on!

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Amenities

Internet
Pets Welcome
Heater
Kids Welcome
Washer & Dryer
Parking
TV
No Smoking

Bedrooms

4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8

3 Queen size Beds, 2 Bunk Beds (4 singles)

Bathrooms

3 Bathrooms

Bathroom 3
toilet, shower

Wonderful Kauai style Outdoor Shower available and encouraged ! as helps the garden grow:)

Location Type

Mountain View
Bring your bino's. You can see an active osprey nest with chicks from our house
Rural
Incredible bird life all around property, Osprey nests on the hillside, pileated woodpeckers, kinglets in spring, ravens and Swainson thrush calls..
Village
English village feel to this part of Inverness
Water View
Creekside
Waterfront
Only a 5 minute walk to Tomales Bay; Inverness is very much a seaside town.

Theme

Adventure
Away From It All
Family
Romantic
Tourist Attractions

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Parking
3 cars max
Clothes Dryer
Hair Dryer
Heating
Internet
ATT
Linens Provided
Computer Available
No cable tv here but dongle cord connects your laptop to your own subscriptions...
Telephone
Towels Provided
1 per guest, bring beach towels is good idea..
Washing Machine
Wireless Internet
Wood Stove
available for use during winter mos only

Kitchen

Coffee Maker
Cooking Utensils
All you could need...
Dishes & Utensils
Kitchen has great supply of dishes and gourmet cookware
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Completely equipped for gourmet cooking and dining and socializing.
Oven
Pantry Items
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining Area
comfy seating for 12 people

Entertainment

Books
CD Player
DVD Player
Games
Stereo
Television
no cable here but dongle cord attaches your laptop
Toys
VCR
Video Library

Outside

Balcony
Deck / Patio
Outdoor Grill
Weber charcoal grill
Tennis
private courts 3 minute walk, key on hook
Water Sports Gear
boogie boards

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

Attractions

library
playground
restaurants
winery tours

Leisure Activities

photography
antiquing
bird watching
boating
eco tourism
horseback riding
horseshoes
paddle boating
beachcombing
scenic drives
shelling
shopping
sight seeing
walking
whale watching
wildlife viewing

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank
groceries
medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities

kayaking
cycling
fishing
freshwater fishing
hiking
hunting
equestrian events
mountain biking
sailing
surfing
swimming
tennis
wind-surfing

Notes

House is a 5 minute walk to Tomales Bay; Inverness is very much a seaside town

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.

30 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

Latest reviews

1 - 6 of 30

Great spot for weekend getaway with friends!

4/5

Stayed Apr 2018

Mary S.

Loved our stay in this very unique, very earthy home (sophisticated cabin??) in Inverness. The grounds are gorgeous and the surrounding nature couldn't be better - especially with some lush green springtime hills and wildflowers! Would love to come back again!

Great for a group

5/5

Stayed Mar 2018

Ada C.Los Altos, ca

The 8 of us had a warm, comfy stay. The beds are the best and we had plenty of room in the kitchen, dining and family room. Quiet location, away from noise. However it was easy to go wherever one would want. Although at first it seemed a bit older than the pictures, we loved the hominess and comfort of the home.

Lovely, rustic home in a beautiful setting with many great features and amenities.

4/5

Stayed Mar 2018

Edward K.

This home was very comfortable for our large family gathering of 6 adults and 2 children, with all the space and amenities needed (and then some). It was located in a beautiful setting among large trees and a lovely neighborhood. The rustic, arts and crafts feel of the house was part of its welcoming charm. We were within easy distances of many great spots accessible within an hour's drive or less, and the neighborhood invited many walks in every direction. The neighbors were also very nice and welcoming. The kitchen was especially well stocked with utensils, flat ware, pots and pans, etc. for any kind of meal. The house accommodated everyone comfortably in a very large beautiful living room and den area for dinner or just hanging out and also accommodated everyone finding a more private space and getting away from the crowd, which was especially helpful for the younger ones in our group. The knock off a 5 rating was for (1) the fairly basic bathrooms and (2) the master bedroom was the only bedroom that was really beautiful.

Margaret was a pleasure to work with and was very accommodating of our needs.

Lovely

5/5

Stayed Mar 2018

Katy G.

Beautiful peaceful home. Thoughtful owner.

Authentically Groovy Coastal CA Style

5/5

Stayed Jan 2018

Michael S.

From the repurposed old growth lumber, to the stained glass windows, to its location in a riparian zone, this place has a wonderful slightly nautical and slightly 70s Marin vibe. The house is pretty harmonized with the natural surroundings. Cozy spot for playing board games by the fire.

Owner's Response:

I hope you return sometime Michael, you were such awesome guests! And I will give you the buddy rate:)

Perfect for a getaway!

5/5

Stayed Dec 2017

NIcole O.

My friends and I had a wonderful time here. The grounds are lovely, the house is well-appointed, and had plenty of private sleeping options for adults. Communication with the owners was timely and clear and there's a great binder of local information. This is a house that feely homey and well loved.

1 - 6 of 30

Location

Inverness, CA, USA

Rates & Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning Fee

$165

Pet Fee

$30

Damage Deposit

$500

Tax Rate

Paying by paper check saves both guests and hosts more service fees, so we much prefer that mode. We send you the usual contract to mail back with checks, very simple and avoids extra costs :) Please let me know your dates/guest number/adults & kids. If you are just a couple, the base rate is 350 per night. This is a rare, original Inverness house, but not a party locale. One small and quiet dog would be considered, but no barkers out of consideration for neighbors :)

$455avg/night

30 Reviews

Wonderful 4.8/5

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