Rooms and beds
Bedrooms: 2(Sleeps: 5)
Bedroom 2
single (2)
Bedroom 1
queen
Convertible bed(s)
Sofa bed/futon
Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Bath with shower · Bidet
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Deck/Patio
- DiningSeating for 10 people
Facilities
Featured
- No Smoking
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Pets Welcome
- Internet
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Parking
Safety features
- Smoke detector
- Exterior lighting
- First-aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisherUnder kitchen sink
Location Type
- Beach viewOcean and beaches viewable from both inside and outside beach cottage.
- Near the ocean3-Minute walk to the beach. Turn left on exiting Dill 'n Thyme Cottage, walk a few steps to North St, turn left, passing two houses, then right on Beach St to path leading to beach.
- Water view
- Ocean viewGuests can see not just the ocean, but whales are often seen from our cottage deck. Bring binoculars to make it even more rewarding.
General
- Telephone707-878-2714 land line. Verizon tower closeby. ATT is only available on beach.
- HeatingEco heaters in downstairs bedrooms; thermostat electric heating upstairs
- Wood stovePellet Stove with glass door and fan.
- Hair dryer
- Fireplacepellet stove
- Basic soaps
- Parking
- Towels providedBath/ hand towels provided for each guest. Beach towels available for fly-in guests upon request.
- Iron & board
- Toilet paper
- Washing machineThe cottage has its own energy efficient washer/dryer. We try to keep allergenic detergent available, but bring your favorite detergent just in case.
- Internethigh speed modem and wireless router
- Linens providedExcellent linens are provided. Beach towels on request for air travelers.
- Wireless Internet
- Clothes dryerSee above.
- Baby Gate
- Paper towels
Kitchen
- Coffee grinder
- MicrowaveMicrowave hood.
- Coffee makerdrip coffee maker and espresso machine, plus grinder
- Pantry itemsSalt, pepper, some spices & vinegars available. Also garbage bags and plastic wrap, but bring Glad containers for leftovers, foil & favorite charcoal.
- Dishwasher
- Dishes & utensilsFully loaded.
- BBQ
- HobElectric stove & oven as no gas line available at Dillon Beach
- Kettle
- Oven
- FridgeIce trays in freezer with full container of ice handy.
- Blender
- Toaster
Entertainment
- GamesMonopoly, Chess, Chinese Checkers, Backgammon, Poker Set, Balderdash, Hedbanz, playing cards, Uno and a few puzzles to enjoy.
- BooksWe have a few books on hand to relax with and enjoy. Feel free to write in our journal. We value your positive energy and thoughts!
- TelevisionSatellite TV, with free Netflix access. Roku streaming device for Prime, YouTube, Hulu, etc
- Satellite/CableDISH network satellite
- StereoDocking station for IPod; CD player with limited radio reception. Bring your favorite CD's to enjoy.
- DVD playerDVD player not available with new TV upgrade. Most guests are streaming with the Roku 3, and free Netflix account.
Outside
- Water Sports GearWe have a few skim boards available for those inclined to try in light surf.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleThere are stairs leading to bedrooms; see photo.
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper included
Notes
- Our 1200 square foot beach cottage was architecturally designed to enhance the best ocean view in the Village and is only a 3-minute walk to beach (no driving)! We use only Eco-friendly products to clean the house.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Infant gate available for stairInfant gate available for stair
Pets allowed - $45 nonrefundable pet fee. Must be housebroken.$45 nonrefundable pet fee. Must be housebroken.
No events
No smoking - Smoking allowed only on deck & outside front doorSmoking allowed only on deck & outside front door
Max guests: 5 - 5th guest sleeps upstairs on sleeper sofa5th guest sleeps upstairs on sleeper sofa
Minimum age of primary renter: 21
Cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
Location
Hosted by Joy Fillman
Ask a questionAbout Joy Fillman
When I discovered Dillon Beach, I had found my childhood home. I was raised in a remote northern California beach community where we walked daily on the beach after school, rain or shine, jumped off huge sand dunes, built bonfires encircled by weekend beach parties, and fished and tidepooled in between! I wanted my children to have some of the same carefree adventures I had and they and their friends did just that at Dill 'n Thyme. It feels so removed from the bombardment of stresses the world delivers up daily. Dillon Beach is more than just a place; it is a state of mind. My family loves it and our beach cottage is our little gem that is beloved by our friends and our extended family as well.
Joy Fillman purchased this Cottage in 1982
Why Joy Fillman chose Dillon Beach
On one of our typical California coastal rides, we stopped at Tomales Bakery for coffee and a cinnamon twist and noticed as were sitting outside that we were right across from the only cross street in town, Dillon Beach Rd...no fanfare signs, no tourist arrows, just a simple street sign! How had we missed it on our many rides up Hiway One? After our coffee, go west is what we did and what a delight! Fields of newborn lambs hopping playfully under & around their ewes, cows and deer grazing together, until 3 miles later, we came upon one of the most exquisite views of the Pacific I had ever seen! As we wound our way down the road toward the beach, we came upon the quaint Village of Dillon Beach, nestled into the lush, emerald hillside. I could not believe a place like this still existed in California! As we walked around the village, coincidentally this was the day an annual B.B.Q. was taking place on the beach. There we met our future neighbors who invited us back to their cottage. As I looked out over the ocean from their living room, I instantly fell in love! Not long after, the owner of Dill 'n Thyme next door passed away and when the cottage was put up for sale by her heirs, the neighbors contacted us and Dill 'n Thyme was ours! Who says you can't go home again? Though it wasn't carefully thought out, it was one of the best things we have ever done.
What makes this Cottage unique
Our babysitter, sitting on our deck with a glass of wine, staring out to sea at sunset, noticed a small flare. Dialing 911, minutes later, she sat back & watched an expert US Coast Guard helicopter rescue of a fishing boat. Morning sun hits the front patio of Dill 'n Thyme Cottage, so we often like to relax with a cup coffee & chat with the neighbors who pass by. Sometimes, our chats turn into moving brunches. Following the sun, we end up on the deck for writing, reading, sketching, or just relaxing, looking out to sea. Our only assignment is to take the dogs for a jog on the beach! We enjoy good food, fishing, water sports & art. We never fail to stop at Tomales Bakery for a freshly baked loaf of bread & a treat on our way. We also venture south to Nick's Cove, newly refurbished and offering spectacular food, wine & views. Wonderful sunsets here too. Pick up oysters at Hog Island Oyster Co. to bring back to BBQ & serve with sourdough bread. Down Hiway One is Blue Waters Kayak Rental. Don't miss kayaking on Tomales Bay. Nearby art galleries are fun. We usually make a day of it & follow Hwy One to Russian River, turn inland a short way to Duncan Mills galleries. 4th of July is a big unofficial extravaganza fireworks event rivaling any Bay Area fireworks & time for a big BBQ at Dill 'n Thyme. When our kids were young, we & our guests would troop to huge sand dunes to fly kites, shoot off rockets & watch our kids form one grand wave & surf the dunes on shiny bottom skimboards! Then off for wave action & BBQ. Nightfall took us to the beach for kid-sized fireworks then watching spectacular fireworks from beach blankets or from our living room & deck for at least 2 hrs! But, if one craves solitude, step into Dill 'n Thyme cottage & close the front door for privacy & contemplation, a spectacular view from our living room & a sip from a complimentary bottle of wine on us!
- Languages:
- english