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The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a potted plant, and a view of a lake and hills.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a nightstand, and a window with a view of trees.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A wooden house with a cherry blossom tree in front.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, and a vase of flowers. Large windows with a cross on the wall provide a view of greenery and hills.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Tomales Bay State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Inverness, CA
  • Place, Chicken Ranch Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomales Bay State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Shell Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bottom floor bedroom, queen & twin

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bottom Floor Twin (x 2) Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Den

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bathroom

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tomales Bay State Park and Point Reyes National Seashore, while Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Town Hall are cultural highlights. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Map
Inverness, CA

What's nearby

  • Chicken Ranch Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tomales Bay State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shell Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 54 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 59 min drive - 69.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Farm - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Toby's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Seafood Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House located?

This family-friendly Inverness holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Chicken Ranch Beach and Tomales Bay State Park. Shell Beach is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view. Comfy surroundings. Well stocked kitchen. Wonderfully situated place. We had a really special time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way-second time staying-hope to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this peaceful home. The area, the views, and space were wonderful. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cliff House is a fantastic house with amazing views in a wonderful area. Our 3 generations had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy this super comfortable home. The kitchen and dining area were well equipped and great for preparing home cooked meals each night after a day of hiking and exploring the Point Reyes area. Ping Pong in the game room was enjoyed by all and the apple tree and deer visitors were an extra bonus. I've been renting homes each summer for the last 20 years and Cliff House is as good as it gets.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Cliff House. The proximity to Point Reyes is unbeatable, the views of Tomales Bay are stunning, and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The walk down to Shell Beach was a highlight and the well-stocked kitchen made cooking together a breeze. Mark was a great host and we'd love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a family get-together.

Excellent property, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views, comfortable beds, very clean accommodations, well supplied kitchen and all the pluses we could ask for. My guests were very pleased with their stay. My wife thought it is the best rental we have stayed at in Inverness in the past 30 years!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location. Everything was perfect. Great access to Shell beach- perfect for children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip

Great location to experience Point Reyes area. Comfortable for a group.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family House!

We stayed here over the 4th of July week and it couldn’t have been more perfect! To be able to walk with the kids to Shell beach was a huge plus! Plenty of room for all of us and killer views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend stay. House was perfect in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great location

The house was just as picture, in a beautiful location. Communication was great. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family get together

Lovely property , great views, lots of bathrooms and comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Love the house!

Great place to gather with friends and relax. Amazing views, perfect location to enjoy point Reyes and house is spacious and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful house for a family gathering

The Cliff House was a perfect place to gather family from across the country for a beautiful California weekend wedding nearby. It had everything we needed, and was close enough to stores and restaurants, and a lovely beach, but set up on a beautiful hillside in a quiet neighborhood, with stunning views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a family get together

The cliff house is a wonderful place for a family reunion or other weekend get together. Amazing views, a lovely well stocked kitchen, and everything you need for a very comfortable time. It is also a perfect location. Marilyn communicates well and quickly. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location for a Family Weekend

The property had everything we needed to accommodate our extended family - six adults and four children. The location was peaceful and the surroundings, beautiful. The location was convenient to many Point Reyes attractions, and the game room and movie and board game collections were an unexpected bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

A writer's retreat

We had a lovely time at this spot. Wonderful views. Great for folks writing and cooking together. It's a great location. And it's a pleasure, even in the rain, which we had a lot of.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous home w/ gorgeous view

Six of us had a fantastic weekend here. The view from the living room and decks is spectacular, and the property had everything we needed. It's a quick walk to a secluded beach, and we really enjoyed our dinner at the Tap Room. Hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property showing signs of a well loved home. Had an issue with a kitchen appliance and it was addressed and resolved the same day. Very responsive. View from the home and decks are stunning. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th annual Inverness visit

This is our 4th annual Inverness visit and 3rd stay at cliff house. We are a group of childhood friends that were all born and raised in west Marin. We look forward to our summer visit every year and staying at cliff house feels like coming home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovingly crafted around a gorgeous view

We loved our long weekend at the Cliff House! Low key and well crafted old NorCal vibe. The space was both cozy and spacious for our crew of 4 kids and 5 adults. Very equipped kitchen, functional fireplace, loads of games in the cupboards, and that view!!! Walking directly to Shell Beach was a huge bonus. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful.

Everything is fantastic just as described elsewhere. Perhaps not yet noted: the beautifully maintained, vintage 1970s interior design (tiles, formica etc.) is lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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So glad you appreciate the style!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relief from fires

We loved our stay. House is well laid out and very comfortable, with great views of bay. Great hikes 5-10 minutes away. Only disappointment was that, due to fires and COVID, Point Reyes Station is a shadow of its former self (Inverness seems to be doing better).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
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