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SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!

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A wooden deck with potted plants and a view of a calm lake with a boat in the distance.
A fireplace with a screen, a stack of firewood, and a wicker basket.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a staircase, and a view of the kitchen.
A waterfront house with a wooden deck and a small bridge over water.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a sink, and a stove. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tomales Bay State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marshall, CA
  • Place, Tomales Bay State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!

OUR BEACH COTTAGE 'Helen's Hideaway' is a wonderful setting for a family or friends vacation. This is a simple and well-maintained beach cottage, located right on Tomales Bay. Helen's is our family cottage that we enjoy sharing for you.

WE HAVE A NEW DOCK -- rebuilt and ready for fishing or just contemplating the beauty of the bay!

OUR FRONT GARDEN IS SURROUNDED BY A SECURE FENCE -- a lovely and private place to read the morning newspaper or surf the web. A gas grill invites you to barbecue local fish, fresh veggies from Point Reyes or a good local piece of meat.

OUR INTERNET ACCESS IS EXCELLENT AND OUR two Smart TVs and connection for your laptop (pc) can connect you to the outer world.

The center of this cottage is a large living room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking Tomales Bay. You can experience the Bay from anywhere on the first floor. It's a great place to watch wildlife while you have an intimate or family meal, read a novel in front of the fire, or just sit and relax.

The house has a master bedroom downstairs with an adjoining bathroom with shower. Upstairs has 2 bedroom, one with a queen size bed and one with twin beds. There is a bathroom on the second floor, with a tub and overhead shower.

The house is surrounded by a deck and has a dock that reaches out into the bay. It's a perfect place to watch the sunset, sip a glass of wine and just enjoy the bliss of beautiful Tomales Bay.

The house is walking distance to the Tony's Seafood Restaurant, The Marshall Store Restaurant, and Hog Island Oysters. Enjoy day trips to Point Reyes Seashore, the Russian River, local wineries, whale watching, etc. We are very well located to take advantage of all the West Marin has to offer!

If you are not up for driving around, it's a great place to sit in front of a roaring fire with friends and loved ones. If you like to fish, you can throw a line out from the deck or the pier. Digging clams under the house is another afternoon activity. Charcoal barbecue available to cook your catch! Bring briquettes.

This is not an overly elegant house, but a comfortable, family-friendly home situated in the midst of spectacular beauty. If you are looking for "hotel perfect" this is not the house for you. We welcome you to share our family space and to live in it as though it were your own home.

Check out www.pointreyes.org for great local beaches, hikes, kayaking, horseback riding, dining, art studios and oysters!



Keywords: Vacation House, Bay Front Property, Family Friendly, Bay View

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Dock area not fenced, adult supervision required.
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Events

No events allowed
Parties and events are not allowed at this home.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Fee for small dogs with manager consent. NO CATS.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed on this property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please hand wash all dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 077646
Property # 235835vb
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
Note from host: Parties and events are not allowed at this home.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Marshall

Located in Marshall, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Reyes National Seashore and Tomales Bay State Park, while Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Town Hall are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Marshall, CA

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 21 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 48 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Sonoma County Fairgrounds - 55 min drive - 62.6 km
  • Russian River - 57 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Farm - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tomales Bay Oyster Company - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!?

As of 19 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends! on 31 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,777, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends! located?

This family-friendly Marshall holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tomales Bay State Park and Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park. Tomales City Park and Tomales Regional History Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Meg Cadiz, property manager or Barbara Dawson, co-owner

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This house was owned by our mother who bought it as a family getaway. All of our family has spent weekends and vacations here. We want to share it with you because it a place that means so much to us. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This is one of the most pristine locations in the Bay Area. Though it is not far from San Francisco and the East Bay, you very quickly feel you are in 'the country', away from the fast pace of city life. Our mother bought this house as a family getaway and it certainly has been that for our family over these many years.

What makes this property unique

This is house is great for a weekend away with a friend or for a family vacation. Located right on Tomales Bay, you find yourself in one of the most pristine seaside locations in California. It's just a great place to escape the busy-ness of every day life and regroup! We are also walking distance to Hog Island Oyster Bar and the Marshall Store Oyster Bar. To the north you can go to Nick's for dinner. To the south, you find the Marshall Store for oysters, or Tony's (as soon as it is renovated!) then Point Reyes Station restaurants, Olema or Inverness are all close by.

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