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Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.

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Idyllic retreat
Street view of gate and driveway
Main cabin living room and wood stove
View from main cabin living room to front deck
Main cabin living room looking toward bedrooms

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Inverness, CA
  • Tomales Bay
  • Tomales Bay State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Detached Unit

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

cabin bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

main house bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.

Rustic family vacation home invites relaxation in redwood paneled house with large wrap around decks and separate sleeping cabin. A retreat for 2 generations of our family is now available to you and yours. Sunny and sheltered, this property offers the ideal combination of traits desired for the ultimate Inverness vacation. In the main house enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms and bath with shower. Relax in the main house living room with a fire in the woodstove. Need room to sleep more people or want to spread out your group? Separate sleeping cabin sleeps 3 more people and has a half bath. Decks extend the living from inside to out with large common areas and private get away spaces. A large, flat yard invites you to play.

Nearby area amenities include easy Tomales Bay swimming beach access (dogs allowed), kayak rental and boat launch. Hike from the house to many trails offering views of Tomales Bay and Pt. Reyes. The beaches of Pt. Reyes, the Pt. Reyes Lighthouse, Drakes Beach, Tomales Bay State Park and all of the Pt. Reyes National Seashore are just a short drive away. Truly a magical place you will want to return to over and over again.


Keywords: Lovingly cared for and personalized family compound; great for family gatherings; walk to swimming beach; access to tennis court; pet friendly; easily accomodates two families

Property manager

Peggy Dodge

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Wildfire is a danger here. Extinguish with water.
groups must not be on outside deck or yard after 9:00 pm Sunday-Thursday or 11:00 pm Friday & Saturday

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cabin is near the beach. Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Town Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Self Health Institute and Indian Valley Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Inverness, CA

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Point Reyes Hiking Trails - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Shell Beach - 12 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 13 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Seafood Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Company - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat. located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tomales Bay State Park and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Shell Beach. Mount Wittenberg and Point Reyes National Seashore are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Quiet retreat

A bit funky, but clean, comfortable and very quiet and peaceful. Surrounded by lovely greenery and centrally located. Many family pictures reflected the loving times they have enjoyed there, adding to the charm for us. This was our second stay and won't be our last.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

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

Rain or no rain, just perfect!

Rustic with all modern conveniences. Great location and private.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loic C.

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

Great stay

Lovely location and great host. Would stay there again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Costanza R.

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

A special place!

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

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

Perfect Place to Relax!

Wonderful place to relax and enjoy the local charms. House was spotless and the perfect size.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Great stay

Beautiful, charming home and cabin. Great communication. Exactly what we were looking for in a relaxing weekend! Thanks for sharing you place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Cute place!

We had a great time! Such an adorable cottage! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

Cozy cabin

Comfy bed and well equipped kitchen..all you need for a great stay near PT Reyes Park
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Great Inverness Cabin.

Great cabin to spend a relaxing week. Had everything we needed and room for our dogs to run around.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

john D.

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

Inverness

This is a wonderful house obviously cherished by the family with a long history. Very generously appointed. Great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

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

Great Family Base Camp

This is the second summer we have used the Dodge Inverness Home for our vacation. It is such a relaxing home just minutes from so many amazing destinations in the area.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Perfect getaway

Loved it! Big sunny deck, comfortable indoors, very quiet, private, and centrally located. We plan on returning as often as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

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

Great place!

We loved staying here. It was a great set up for my mom, me and my two teenage kids. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen well stocked and it's a great location with easy access to beautiful Pt. Reyes. Peaceful and quiet too. Peggy was responsive and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana Sterling L.

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

Nostalgic

This is a wonderfully nostalgic cabin that fills you with sentimental longing and wistful affection for the past - even when it's not your past! It's so quirky, cozy, tidy and well cared for that you feel part of the family, and can imagine spending summers there... sailing at the yacht club down the street. Great location, dogs and teens love it. A true gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene B.

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

Lovely cottage in a great location!

We planned a last minute escape to the coast during the school break. The house was just as described and had everything we could want or need for our stay. The outside space is wonderful and the location was perfect for exploring the area. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

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

Charming Getaway

This is a charming cabin that offered the perfect place to come back to after time spent exploring all that Point Reyes has to offer. The accommodations were incredibly welcoming and the listed pictures does not do the cabin or property justice. Our favorite part was the deck. We spent the majority of time at the cabin enjoying the outdoors and the beautiful yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anya C.

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

Lovely, rustic cabin

We had a great time. Needed a short, quiet get away during a very difficult family time. This place did not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lael K.

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

Peaceful Inverness

Perfect to relax and unwind. Exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina G.

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

Homey Cottage in the Woods

The perfect courage in the woods. Well appointed seating inside and out. A sweet place to have a relaxing getaway in West Marin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Lovely respite in Point Reyes

Our family celebrated a birthday weekend here and enjoyed walking the hills of the neighborhood and charm of the rustic cabin. Make sure to plan some time to soak up the sunshine on the deck. Worked well with the dogs too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mr

We had another great stay at the property. Our second time. This time in summer. Our dog loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

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

Little hidden oasis

Love the house and the little sleeping cabin. The yard was perfect for our dog to run freely all day. Tons of board games and very relaxing. It was also close to the little town, restaurants and beaches. We had not stayed In Inverness before but it is definitely a gem and the house was very cute. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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

Rustic Charm

The goal of our trip to Inverness was to remember our brother in the place he loved most. This home was the perfect choice, with its warm wood interior, a rustic beauty that charmed us immediately. We spent every evening at the house, and though there was only two of us, a larger group would be equally comfortable. With so many local products available nearby (oysters! cheese!bread!), each dinner was a feast laid out on the lovely dining table. The outdoor deck space was wonderful in the morning with our coffee before we set out for the day. We hope to make this trip an annual tradition, and there's no other place we'd prefer to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

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

Relaxing Retreat

We really enjoyed getting away from the hustle and bustle and enjoying some down time. Thank goodness there was no TV. The internet service was reliable so we were able to read up on the community and hiking trails. The full kitchen was perfect for preparing meals, and the deck was great for enjoying coffee and scones in the morning. Really good bird watching. Perfect location!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

India M.

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

Dreamy cabin

We loved our stay here, it was quaint and in one of my favorite neighborhoods in Inverness. Our visit in August was such amazing weather with blackberry bushes and an apple tree on the property and the smell of jasmine. The house is clean and tidy and so cozy. Note that there is only one queen bed and the rest are twins if you are more than one couple, but it makes it feel like summer camp. Perfect landing spot in the most idyllic place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peggy Dodge

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I grew up spending weekends and summers in this house, retreating from the urban demands of San Francisco. I have had the chance to raise my own children in this timeless place. Inverness remains a magical place that I hope will always be a place where I can retreat and unwind.

Why they chose this property

This is a second generation family vacation cabin. With all the fabulous memories and the continued attraction to the area, we want to keep this treasure in the family.

What makes this property unique

Staying at this house has always meant a slower pace of life. There is deliberately no TV or internet at the house. There are book, board games and sports equipment. It is truly a place to take a time out from the fast pace and constant accessibility of our lives today. TV and internet are available nearby but the need to be intentional about accessing them keeps me honest about truly being on vacation. Tennis courts and Tomales Bay are within 2 blocks of the house. Foot paths in the area provide easy access to all of Inverness. Nearby hiking trails and fire roads offer even more choices for encounters with nature and spectacular vistas.

Languages:

English
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