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Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, laptop workspace, travel cot, Internet
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6128 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay!

If you're seeking a coastal getaway filled to the brim with relaxation, recreation, and boundless natural beauty, look no further than this updated Inverness vacation rental. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is ideally located within 10 miles of 5 beautiful beaches, including a local beach just a short walk away. When you're not enjoying ocean activities, spend quality relaxation time on the deck - the best seat in the house for admiring picturesque views of oak trees and Tomales Bay waters!

-- THE PROPERTY --

1,383 Sq Ft | Pet Friendly | Recently Renovated | Free WiFi (25 mbps)

Treat your family to the vacation of a lifetime when you stay at this fully-equipped home, where it's easy to get your fill of oceanside adventures!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

INDOOR LIVING: LCD flat-screen TV w/ DVD player & sound system, wood-burning fireplace, 6-person dining table, laptop-friendly workspace, stained glass, open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, exposed wood beams
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, drip coffee maker, teapot, toaster
OUTDOOR SPACE: Deck, porch, Weber Q3200 propane gas grill, dining table, lounge furniture, bay views
GENERAL: Linens & towels, hair dryer, Pack ‘n Play, booster seat
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), no A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, exterior steps to enter, interior staircase required to access lower-level bedroom and half bathroom
PARKING: Free street parking (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

TOWN CENTER (walking distance): Inverness Market & Deli, Saltwater Oyster Bar and Restaurant, Vladimir's Czech Restaurant
BEACHES: Local beach (walking distance), Chicken Ranch Beach (1.5 miles), Hearts Desire Beach (5.4 miles), Marshall Beach (7.6 miles), Alan Sieroty Beach (9.5 miles), McClures Beach (12.1 miles)
THINGS TO SEE + DO: Point Reyes Shipwrecks (0.5 miles), Tomales Bay State Park (4.1 miles), Cypress Tree Tunnel (6.7 miles), Point Reyes National Seashore (10.2 miles)
SAN FRANCISCO (~43 Miles): Golden Gate Park, Golden Gate Bridge, PIER 39, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, The Painted Ladies
AIRPORT: San Francisco International Airport (59.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a fee (+ fees & taxes, maximum 1 dog allowed). Pets are not to be left at the property unattended
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM on weekdays, and 11:00 PM on weekends
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires exterior steps to enter. An additional interior staircase near the kitchen is required to access the lower-level bedroom and half bathroom
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,383 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Inverness House W/views Tomales Bay
House W/views Tomales Bay
Inverness W/views Tomales Bay
W/views Tomales Bay
Inverness House W/views of Tomales Bay!
Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay! Inverness
271138

About the area

Map
Inverness, CA

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shell Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Tomales Bay - 20 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Seafood Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Company - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Tomales Bay State Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Shell Beach. Mount Wittenberg and Point Reyes National Seashore are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Hillside Home w/ Deck & Views of Tomales Bay! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Monica M.

We love the place, but..
We loved the location and the upstairs floor; however, we had respiratory problems on the lower floor, where the humidity was high, and it was hard to sleep. I wish Evolve had mentioned how to fix this; we saw a lot of heaters and maybe air purifiers the day after; we want to; we were told we had to use them, or at least I wish these were turned on before our arrival. Also, most towels smell moist, as if they have been wet for too long and were old.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view, cozy home
A lovely home with well equipped kitchen. Comfy beds. Fantastic deck and view. Felt like a real home, not a business property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
heavenly treehouse
We were there as a party of 3, a couple and a single friend we were hosting from Florida. Our friend was just coming up from San Diego where she attended a meditation retreat and we live in busy San Francisco, and we wanted her to spend her time with us in a more serene environment, thus the hillside haven She stayed in the downstairs quarters, which has its own private deck. She was in bliss!! We also had an upstairs massive deck to enjoy. The house feels like a tree house, with views out over the creek and hills beyond. Our dog was very happy as well. We decided to all relax there again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
The house was very comfortable. The highlight was the beautiful view of Tomales Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and peaceful
Great location to access all the wonders of Point Reyes. The house has gorgeous views and lots of amenities. We were very comfortable and content.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blair N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property and location
This hillside home overlooking Tomales Bay was the best experience of countless overnights visiting Point Reyes. Location was perfect with easy access to Pt Reyes Station, Olema, key sites within the national seashore, and an easy walk to the Inverness Store and the Saltwater Oyster Depot. The home was a great layout for me and my girlfriend, with one bedroom and bath on the main level, and a cozy bedroom on the lower level with 1/2 bath (vanity cabinet with sink plus enclosed toilet). An on-demand heater on both levels quickly warmed the house on cool mornings. We enjoyed the wood burning fireplace on 2 of our 3 nights (Inverness Store carries wood). The open, well lighted kitchen was very well equipped for “real” cooking, and we enjoyed steaks on the user-friendly gas grill on the deck. The neighborhood was nice for walking and admiring handsome 100+ year old homes. Communication with manager Laurie was easy and helpful. She texted promptly when we briefly lost power one evening, directing us to the 5-6 battery-operated lanterns. We enjoyed dinners at The Station House Cafe & Due West, plus tasty lunches at Side Street Kitchen and Tony’s Seafood. Our mid April stay was perfect for hiking, viewing wildflowers and elephant seals in the Chimney Rock area, and wildlife in various locations (bobcat, coyotes, Tule elk). I hope to return to this unique, well located, maintained and comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very rustic property with great view. Very quiet and peaceful. A good deal of cobwebs and we had ants visit (we saw other guests had this same issue). We put out dog food for our pet and if he didn’t eat right away, we’d have to put it away. Property does need updates to keep its charm. It’s worth a stay if you can get it for a good price, we didn’t.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit from Utah
We met here with our son (active duty military) and his daughter, almost 8 and son, 5. We had a very nice time exploring the vicinity. Our grandson loved finding all the paths around the house and all the doors. Happily they were all locked!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
This is a very cozy house with a beautiful view overlooking Tomales Bay. The kitchen is very well equipped. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and well appointed spot in Inverness
Overall, we enjoyed our stay in Inverness and felt comfortable, safe and well-supported at this stay. The house is well-appointed, having everything you really need for an extended weekend stay (we stayed for 5 nights). The house is also quite comfortable and offers great views of the bay. The only (minor) issues were the following: We checked in at night and none of the outside lights were on making it a bit precarious for my partner's parents (ages 76 and 80) to navigate the up and down steps from the driveway to the front door. Additionally, the entry way garden lights never worked, making it a bit difficult every time we departed / arrived after dusk. Additionally, we were never able to figure out how to work the dehumidifier in the downstairs room, which smelled a bit moldy from all the dampness. Instructions on how to work these would be helpful (apologies in advance if they were available and we simply did not see them).
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Really nice house for 4 adults and a baby. We had a great time despite the rain.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat S., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream with a view
After 45 years of vacationing at Point Reyes National Seashore, lodging mostly in Inverness, we have landed in our current favorite spot for a second stay this year. The themes of this beautiful home are comfort, warmth, spaciousness, and welcoming with endless windows for the lovely bay view through lush grand trees. Almost like a Berkeley transplant in a small village, cared for by family over the years, it feels like a home. Equally suitable for 2 or a family or group, it offers the quiet of a retreat or great spaces for a lively gathering. Provisions lack for nothing, as another theme might be abundance, whether household provisions or entertainment. Music, games, books, smart TV, good lighting, decent beds, soft sheets, spacious main bath, all very clean. With an old fashioned lock box there are no digital glitches involved at check in. Good communication with host. What more could you want? A baby grand piano in the great room overlooking the bay would be a dream come true. Maybe some day. Until then, we'll be content with this hillside dream.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Terry J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Pleasant
Comfortable. Tidy enough. Great view. Quite a walk to town so not as goods convenient as I need. Road noise was unexpected. Great parking. Overpriced due to road noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ira M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay
The house is nothing fancy, but it is incredibly comfortable, clean, and well equipped. Best kitchen supplies we've ever seen in a VRBO rental. Unbelievable view of Tomales Bay from the deck. There were three of us, and a golden retriever, and it was a perfect 5 days. Will probably come back soon, as it's just 1 hr by car from where we live in SF.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Head of Household
Beautiful home with deck overlooking Tomales Bay. Amazing tree in back. Quiet neighborhood. Food store five minutes away. Must see Pt. Reyes Lighthouse, visit abandoned ranch property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Annie B.

Amazing view but needs updating
Nice view of the bay and the kitchen is well stocked. But ants were everywhere- kitchen cupboard, living room couch and downstairs bedroom! Internet connection was poor which made getting rained in less than enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth p.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view is phenomenal.
Well stocked as well. Great visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Inverness
Very lovely and homey place, totally typifies what Inverness and Point Reyes have to offer. Full of nature and comfort, and ideally located. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol C., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & Cozy Retreat Feel
Our team of three were wanting a weekend of work, self-care, and rest. We were able to have some amazing meals, work and popcorn and a film at night. We went hiking and to the beach daily - We were blessed with rain the whole weekend too. Lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking holiday
Love this cabin. Everything is perfect. Thank you so much..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Well-located in Inverness, this is perhaps the best-equipped vacation property we’ve rented. Cozy and rustic but nicely appointed with instructions galore and excellent communication. Dog (1) friendly, with solid TV and wifi. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Nyla W., East Richmond Heights, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Inverness rental
Lovely home, clean & well equipped. Two decks with nice view. We would definitely go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
We had a relaxing weekend and enjoyed the view from the deck. Loved that we got some much needed rain!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL
My spouse & I stayed 2 nights at this lovely home in Inverness. Both decks have chairs for relaxing & taking in the beautiful Tomales Bay view. The top deck is equipped with table/chairs for outdoor eating. Both bedrooms are comfortable, with the lower bedroom overlooking the bay and hillside. We brought our dogs, & took long walks on the beach. The house is stocked with essentials. Grocery stores are close by. We enjoyed our time there and would easily come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022