I was born and raised in the San Francisco/Bay Area and so being near water is part of my genetic make-up. My family and I love the ocean - sunny, foggy, or rainy; fall, winter, spring or summer. On vacation, we don’t wander too far from a large body of water - usually Hawaii, or, more recently, the Caribbean. Bodega Bay meets all our criteria for the perfect retreat: it is located on the coast but yet is nestled in a quiet protected harbor; it is not too isolated, only a 1/2 hour drive from Petaluma; and it is not a long, hair-raising drive along narrow winding roads (a nightmare for those of us who are graying rapidly). It is close yet far away.

Now, as we wind down our careers and parenting responsibilities, we see this as our dream retreat and getaway - a short 90 minute drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Being so close to home, it will serve many purposes. We look forward to recharging our minds and bodies hiding away at this beautiful spot on the Coast. This will also be a place where our large extended family can converge to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and holidays. There is something here for everyone - golf, hiking, antique hunting, fishing, and just quiet time.