You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Internet access
Explore the area
Tomales, CA
Tomales Town Hall
Place, Tomales Town Hall
4 min drive
Tomales City Park
Place, Tomales City Park
4 min drive
Tomales Regional History Center
Place, Tomales Regional History Center
5 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Family Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Farmhouse on Organic Cattle Ranch
This cozy farmhouse (called the Schoolhouse) at Stemple Creek Ranch in West Marin is not to be missed. It is a few miles from the ocean and boasts two bedrooms, a private yard with garden and covered patio, and views of the countryside that stretch for miles. We also have three other houses onsite for bigger groups (Cottage for 2 is "Rustic Studio Cottage" and Cabin for 4 is "Rustic Cabin" and Farmhouse for 10 is "Zia's Farmhouse).
Stemple Creek Ranch is a family owned and operated organic cattle ranch in Tomales, CA, just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. We raise grass-fed and grass-finished beef and lamb and pastured pork.
This farmhouse is a refurbished old house with tons of charm. There are 2 bedrooms plus a queen-sized bed pull out couch that is very good quality and very comfortable, and a beautiful private garden and covered patio.
The ranch is just a few miles away from the town of Tomales, less than a mile away from Highway 1 (Shoreline Highway), and a great home base for exploring Marin or Sonoma Counties.
Please note: no pets, no smoking, no open flames. We have a smart TV but no cable.
We have two other rentals and an on site manager - they are in the same general vicinity. While it is possible to come to the ranch and not see another person, we can't promise that.
The house itself, a front yard with outdoor seating, parking.
As little or much as our guests want. We do not live on the Ranch, but there are other houses on the ranch where other people live and we do work there on most days.
Stemple Creek Ranch is in the heart of the cheese, wine, oysters, and coastline of both Marin and Sonoma Counties. Visitors love to go kayaking, hiking, and enjoy the local wine, oysters, and cheese.
There is plenty of parking at the house. There is no public transportation in the area, a car is required for getting around.
There is Verizon and AT&T cell service. We do have satellite-based wifi on the ranch. There is also a local cafe, the Tomales Deli, that has free wifi.If you want to order beef or lamb from us (Stemple Creek Ranch) please let us know 10 days in advance, and we can have it there for you when you arrive.
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Events are not permitted on site without prior approval.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1227083vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Petaluma
Located in Petaluma, this cottage is in a rural area. Potter Schoolhouse and Children's Bell Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary and Cayman Practice Range. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm are also worth visiting.
Tomales Regional History Center - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Dillon Beach - 12 min drive - 14.2 km
Tomales Bay State Park - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
Santa Rosa Station - 35 min drive
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Nick's Cove - 10 min drive
Dillion Beach Cafe - 12 min drive
Two Rock Coffee Co (USCG) - 17 min drive
Halleck Vineyard - 24 min drive
Stormy's Spirits & Supper - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Farmhouse on Organic Cattle Ranch pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Charming Farmhouse on Organic Cattle Ranch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Farmhouse on Organic Cattle Ranch?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Farmhouse on Organic Cattle Ranch?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Farmhouse on Organic Cattle Ranch located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tomales Town Hall, Tomales City Park and Tomales Regional History Center. Dillon Beach and Tomales Bay State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Lisa and Loren Poncia
The Poncia Family owns and runs Stemple Creek Ranch in Tomales, CA. It is a fourth generation organic cattle ranch that raises grass-fed and grass-finished beef and lamb and pastured pork. We also have a full large event venue on site, including a beautiful restored barn, event kitchen, and outdoor poatio space. For more info see the Stemple Creek Ranch website.
Why they chose this property
Tomales is a great jumping off point to every thing West Marin and Sonoma Counties have to offer - great food, wine, local cheese, oysters, Tomales Bay, Point Reyes, Bodega Bay, and the Sonoma Wine country.
What makes this property unique
This cabin is located on a 200+ acre organic ranch. Come enjoy the quiet and peaceful countryside with everything West Marin and Sonoma has to offer!