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Sunny, Rustic Family Retreat.

Cabin in Inverness with kitchen and patio

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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
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Inverness, CA
  • Place, Tomales Bay
  • Place, Tomales Bay State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪63 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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure that all lights and heaters are off. If you had a fire in the main house woodstove, please close the flue to put your fire out.
Shake the sand off any beach towels used and place all towels used during your visit on the counter next to washer. Guests who brought dogs must pick up and dispose of all dog waste on the property.
Slide locks into place in living room sliding door. Make sure the cabin is locked. Exit through kitchen and lock using padlock. Leave keys in the outside key lock box and jumble the combination.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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. 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 Tomales Bay State Park and Point Reyes National Seashore. 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 - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Shell Beach - 11 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Marshall Beach - 25 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Toby's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Farm - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Due West - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬10 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. Point Reyes National Seashore and Point Reyes Hiking Trails are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 177 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rajen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, a house with character, and a lovely stay in general.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, secluded, off the beaten path. Close access to hiking, kayaking, and stargazing. Five nights passed too quickly. This was our second stay here, and we're already planning the next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 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

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

Sandra B.

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

Cute retro cottage

Great place for a family to hang out while in the area. Isolated, so lots of wildlife visiting. Massive deck space to spread out. Kitchen has everything but is really for one person at a time. I would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Colleen H., Sacramento, CA USA

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

Girl’s trip to the coast

Every year my sister, niece and I try to take a girl’s trip. We found the Dodge home to be a very warm and cozy family home. It has loads of qweerkiness and comforts. Centrally located to go to the many beaches and sites in the Point Reyes National Seashore. Would love to come back someday soon. Thank you Peggy & George for sharing your family home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandi H.

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

retreat

Beautiful space, we loved it. However the small bed in bunk area needs a mattress, not just foam. A mouse kept trying to get in sliding doors.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoel K.

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

Rustic is correct

Exactly as described. Guests should note - no wifi/reception. Sleeps many but only one double bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location to visit Pt. Reyes National Seashore

Three of us were very comfortable, and the sleeping cabin was a bonus with privacy for our third adult friend. The instructions were very clear, and we found everything we needed. The planter on the deck with beautiful blooming kangaroo paws was such a fine welcome, and there were fresh flowers indoors as well. We prepared our breakfasts and dinners and ate indoors and outdoors on the deck--there are two. If you like a wood cabin with a nautical theme and photos and art reflecting the family's love of sailing, this is the place for you. We liked it very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza M.

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

The Perfect Cozy Get Away

Cannot recommend this cozy, cute little cabin enough! The outdoor space and adorable sleeping cottage were enough to make this space extra special, but on top of that, the host was communicative, kind, and helpful throughout the whole process. The kitchen was stocked to make cooking fun meals easy, and the location makes hiking exploring local beaches quick and accessible. This rental reminded me of a classic summer cottage that’s loved and used hard for game nights, campfires, and big families! Loved the touches of family photos and the bathroom wall that tracks all the kiddos heights!! Just so special :) Hope to come back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stayShower is small for 6ft 3’ people like some of usIf it had a detachable wand that would be betterCould use a few more wine glassesOverall we loved itNice location good cooking utensils and plates pots and pansThe rustic feel is great nice outdoor space Would definitely recommend this and come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Family Getaway

We had an easy and relaxing stay at the property -- all was as advertised and the property owner's communications were clear and timely. We used it as a base for a beach day, a festival day, and a lay-around-the-place and read and relax day -- the hammock was a highlight! The main house and separate sleeping cabin gave off a "summer camp" feel that made us right at home. Weather was perfect so we did not need the wood stove, but looked cozy. We had exactly the family weekend getaway we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Cosy rustic retreat

We loved our stay here! Very quiet and cozy with lots of outdoor space to hang out. We were two couples and a dog and it worked out just perfectly for us. The kitchen is small but well-stocked, so we were able to cook dinners and just hang out. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

Gorgeous getaway

We (two families with children) happily returned to this amazing cabin in the woods to rest amidst the peace and natural beauty that this property offers. The extra sleeping cabin is beloved by our kids and we can't get enough of all the rustic touches and easy comfort of this long-time family retreat. The owner is easy to reach and very helpful, and the property comes very clean and fully equipped. We can't speak highly enough about this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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

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.

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