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The Quail's Nest Retreat

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Outdoor garden and deck
Second room with 2 twin beds
Master bedroom with king-size bed
Interior
Original stain glass found at the property, depicting the marine wildlife of Point Reyes National Seashore.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Point Reyes Station, CA
  • Place, Point Reyes Hiking Trails
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Reyes Lighthouse
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Quail's Nest Retreat

This Point Reyes house is located on a quiet rural lane, 2 mns from the village of Point Reyes Station, just one hour north of downtown San Francisco.

This quiet home sits on a beautiful 2-acre property. It features a full kitchen with all the necessary utensils, appliances and dishes set next to a large dining and living area.

The Neighbourhood

Our house is located in one of the most convenient location in the Point Reyes Station area, minutes from downtown, from the Tamales Bay Oyster Company, from Point Reyes National Seashore. Downtown Point Reyes Station, home of the popular Bovine Bakery, Station House Cafe, Point Reyes Books and the Saturday Farmer's market at Toby's Feed Barn is short drive to the house. The downtown features many wonderful shops and restaurants including Susan Hayes Handwovens, Zuma, Cafe Reyes, Stellina, the Point Reyes Surf Shop and Flower Power. Please see our digital guidebook for a list of our recommendations.

The living area with vaulted ceilings, large windows with expansive views includes a flat screen TV/DVD player, free WiFi. It features a comfortable seating to enjoy the views of the surrounding property, forest, and further views of the Inverness ridge. Two lovely bedrooms, one with a kind bed, the other one with 2 twin beds are on each side of the house, each with their brand new/renovated bathroom. A third and magical bedroom is on 180 degrees windows room, which will make you feel like you're camping in the forest (this bedroom gets cold in the winter, so if you're sensitive to low temperatures and have a group larger than 4, please be aware of this). All linens are provided.

We have strict NO-SMOKING and NO-PET policies.

Note that the county of Marin requires us to collect a 14% occupancy tax, which will be computed in your booking cost. For the techies out there, the house provides fast Internet, a Sonos system to play your favourite Pandora/Spotify streamed music, a Chromecast key to play your Netflix or Youtube videos.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No noise after 10pm (respect neighbors)
Only TP in the toilet please (septic tank)
No Pets

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4797501
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

About the area

Point Reyes Station

Located in Point Reyes Station, this cottage is in a rural area. Self Health Institute and Indian Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Point Reyes National Seashore and Tomales Bay State Park.
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Point Reyes Station, CA

What's nearby

  • Point Reyes Hiking Trails - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Point Reyes Lighthouse - 46 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 46 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 58 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Due West - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Nicasio Restaurant & Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Quail's Nest Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Quail's Nest Retreat?

As of 1 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Quail's Nest Retreat on 11 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,404, 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 The Quail's Nest Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Quail's Nest Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Quail's Nest Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Quail's Nest Retreat located?

This family-friendly Point Reyes Station cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Point Reyes Hiking Trails and Point Reyes National Seashore. Tomales Bay State Park and Tule Elk Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setting, very comfortable and quiet, attentive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool place. Loved the large stained glass window. Super quiet and peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet. Very well stocked kitchen with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Retreat Quails Nest

We had a wonderful stay, Close to downtown shopping. Wifi was very strong for all your networking needs. We downloaded Google Maps using the house's wifi to get around Point Reyes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet, lots f room

Great quiet rustic home with lots of room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jacob D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Headline: Rodent poop in drawers and animal poop in cabinets, told that it's just a factor of country life. Basic things could fix it like putting screens on windows (many of the windows don't have screens, many of the screens are torn and worn). We were diligent about the windows and keeping the door closed, so it didn't happen on our stay. We communicated this to the hosts who sent the cleaner over, which we appreciated, but even though I sent pics of the feces, it was still there after the cleaner came and left. There are cobwebs on the windows, dirty dishes left for us in cabinets, septic/sewage smell in one of the bathrooms, just a lack of regular maintenance it seems. One of the bedrooms, advertised as a king bed, is unlikely to actually have a king size bed, and it's a sun room with no fans anywhere on the property (hence the hunt in cabinets that weren't locked for a fan), making a summer stay here challenging if the rodent issue wasn't. Wild grass and plants overgrown on the wooden chairs and walkways that a gardening visit once a season would take care of. The door code didn't work when we got in, couldn't get cell service, had to go back to down to call them and get a code to a separate lockbox for a key. They were responsive and helpful, luckily, but could have been avoided, as the cleaner left a note saying the lockbox being broken is a "known issue." This has no business being a vacation rental in its current state, but could be if taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

DonnaP

Restorative!

We spent a lovely three days @ QNR. The property is comfortable, homey, and just rustic enough. A quick ride into town and across the road from a great meadery. Terrific communication with the owners and property manager. Beautiful birds, deer, and turkeys sightings around the house.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

LEE ANNE G.

January visit

The Quail's Nest is in a lovely location, which is very convenient for exploring the Pt Reyes seashore. The house is well appointed and comfortable for two couples with a good selection of seating options. The afternoon sun took the chill off the living room and sun porch. We would recommend it to our friends and would stay there again when we are in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamar S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location and house

The house is a little funky, but it definitely grows on you. All of the beds and furniture are comfortable and cozy. The location is lovely with window views where you don’t see any of the neighboring houses. The house is well equipped for cooking and staying indoors while a short distance to all of the wonderful hikes at Point Reyes National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hunter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Retreat!

We were escaping smoke from fires in the Sierras and spent four days at Point Reyes. This place could not have been better. Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, great space for music, chatting, game playing, etc. It was quiet and beautiful. Loved sleeping in the glassed in room with the windows open. It was a flawless stay and allowed us to have great hikes and a fun Tomales Bay kayak trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location

This is a lovely house in the best possible location. It’s on a quiet private road within walking distance (long walk) of Pt Reyes Station’s main drag. Everything in the home is easy to find, and it’s well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing

Beautiful cabin. We felt right at home and really enjoyed the area. It was so neat seeing wild turkey walking around in the morning as well as several deer throughout our stay. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeanne Y.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Disappointed

The house not clean when we checked in at the scheduled time. We found dusty table tops, spiders webs in every window, cobwebs on kitchen walls, spots on the kitchen floor and rodent droppings in a kitchen drawer. The sun shade was not present on the porch. Aside from new bathrooms, which were very nice, the house is quite outdated and the living room furniture is decades old. 2 weeks later, we still haven’t gotten out deposit back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The house feels like home. Warm energy throughout.

It would be helpful to know the full price with all fees before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana B.

Liked: Communication, location

Pt Reyes Station VRBO

Very close to town and yet secluded, this home has a lived in feel, a well stocked kitchen, and was quite comfortable for 5 of us ladies. The high light is a deck surrounded by grassland and wisteria
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

Lovely for family gathering

Comfortable, clean space had everything we needed. Turkeys, deer and quail viewed from house. Easy access to town, beaches and hiking trails. Hosts were responsive and accommodating.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

roya Z.

Great escape

We spent Christmas at this cabin and loved it. It was very cozy and surrounded by nature. Short drive to town and hiking trails. The hosts were very responsive and nice. The only thing that needs upgrading is the kitchen utensils, pots and pans, which the hosts already have plan to do soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Great location

What a beautiful place! The description was accurate. We saw so many wildlife (deer, quails, hummingbirds, etc.) while sitting outside on the patio. The stained glass added a lot of charm to the place as well. It was a perfect weekend getaway for my family and I. Thank you to the wonderful hosts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cici M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely escape

This is a cute and charming cabin- feeling house on a big lot which gives you privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Quails Nest - a nice retreat

Our family of 4 spent 4 nights at the quails nest. The property is wonderful-- room to wander and relax .The house has a homey welcoming vibe, with loads of books and the perfect window seat We ate dinner on the covered porch and drank wine in the adirondack chairs. We walked across the street to the meadery to sample mead. Our kids had their own room with twin beds. The kitchen has anything you need.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to spend Thanksgiving!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Loved the homey feel of the place. Great place to just unwind. The location is close to Point Reyes Station that has all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

LisaB

Lovely spot

Such a beautiful location and a charming space. I can't wait to stay another time. I do wish that the kitchen was better equipped and that the stove was in better condition. But the cabin is clearly maintained with care and love, and the owners were helpful and responsive.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Terrific quiet spot

Terrific quiet spot, close to everything. Obvious pride of ownership by the hosts in keeping the house in top condition. Well equipped and comfortable, very easy to settle in and feel right at home. Bathrooms are nicely updated and hot water supply is plentiful. Cell phone coverage of the whole Point Reyes area is spotty, and the house is just outside service range. However the wifi is excellent.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cabin in the woods

Rustic charm in a quiet, relaxing area close to downtown Pt. Reyes Station. Wildlife abounds with deer & wild turkeys. Perfect getaway retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

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