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SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!

SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!

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Beautiful sunset on Tomales Bay.
a view of the neighborhood
Master on first floor with attached bathroom.

Overview of SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!

9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Marshall, CA
  • Popular LocationTomales Bay State Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeart's Desire Beach35 min drive
  • Popular LocationTomales Bay44 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!

OUR BEACH COTTAGE 'Helen's Hideaway' is a wonderful setting for a family or friends vacation. This is a simple and well-maintained beach cottage, located right on Tomales Bay. Helen's is our family cottage that we enjoy sharing for you.

WE HAVE A NEW DOCK -- rebuilt and ready for fishing or just contemplating the beauty of the bay!

OUR FRONT GARDEN IS SURROUNDED BY A SECURE FENCE -- a lovely and private place to read the morning newspaper or surf the web. A gas grill invites you to barbecue local fish, fresh veggies from Point Reyes or a good local piece of meat.

OUR INTERNET ACCESS IS EXCELLENT AND OUR FLAT SCREEN TV with Sony Entertainment Network, Netflix and connection for your laptop (pc) can connect you to the outer world.

The center of this cottage is a large living room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking Tomales Bay. You can experience the Bay from anywhere on the first floor. It's a great place to watch wildlife while you have an intimate or family meal, read a novel in front of the fire, or just sit and relax.

The house has a master bedroom downstairs with an adjoining bathroom with shower. Upstairs has 2 bedroom, one with a queen size bed and one with twin beds. There is a bathroom on the second floor, with a tub and overhead shower.

The house is surrounded by a deck and has a dock that reaches out into the bay. It's a perfect place to watch the sunset, sip a glass of wine and just enjoy the bliss of beautiful Tomales Bay.

The house is walking distance to the Tony's Seafood Restaurant, The Marshall Store Restaurant, and Hog Island Oysters. Enjoy day trips to Point Reyes Seashore, the Russian River, local wineries, whale watching, etc. We are very well located to take advantage of all the West Marin has to offer!

If you are not up for driving around, its a great place to sit in front of a roaring fire with friends and loved ones. We have a collection of old DVD and videos and a paperback library. If you like to fish, you can throw a line out from the deck or the pier. Digging clams under the house is another afternoon activity. Charcoal barbecue available to cook your catch! Bring briquettes.

This is not an overly elegant house, but a comfortable, family-friendly home situated in the midst of spectacular beauty. If you are looking for "hotel perfect" this is not the house for you. We welcome you to share our family space and to live in it as though it were your own home.

Check out www.pointreyes.org for great local beaches, hikes, kayaking, horseback riding, dining, art studios and oysters!



Keywords: Vacation House, Bay Front Property, Family Friendly, Bay View

Property manager

Meg Cadiz, property manager or Barbara Dawson, co-owner

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Dock area fenced, adult supervision required.

Events

No events allowed
Parties and events are not allowed at this home.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Fee for small dogs with manager consent. NO CATS.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed on this property.
This is a quiet area. We ask guests to respect the atmosphere of this area and not engage in loud activities and respect quiet mornings and evenings.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Parties and events are not allowed at this home.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marshall

Located in Marshall, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Point Reyes Hiking Trails and Woodward Valley Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Point Reyes National Seashore and Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 12 min walk
  • Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park - 3 min drive
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 35 min drive
  • Tomales Bay - 44 min drive
  • Tomales Point Trailhead - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tony's Seafood Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • The Marshall Store - 2 min drive
  • Hog Island Oyster Company - 8 min walk
  • Tomales Bay Oyster Company - 10 min walk
  • Vladimir's Czech Restaurant - 24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPECTACULAR VACATION HOME OVER Tomales Bay -- Perfect for Family and Friends! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Tomales Bay State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park and Pelican North Beach. Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales City Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jack cardoza c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect spot
This home was right over the water. We fished, ate oysters and mussels. The house is well maintained and it was a surprise how well stocked the pantry and household necessities were. We will be back as soon as we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Nanci M.

Liked: Location
Lovely location
It was peaceful, quiet and so nice to stare out at the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Views
My husband and I stayed here to celebrate our anniversary. Our goal was to 'get away from it all' and 'eat lots of seafood'. We did just that! The house was perfect! Comfy couches and bed and that view never gets old! I highly recommend Hog Island, Tony's Seafood and Nick's Cove for food. If you like hiking, The Tule Elk Trail is absolutely beautiful and full of wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Scene on Tomales Bay
Great house for couple and friends. Well-stocked Host available and helpful. This is our third time in the Tomales/Bay/ Marshall area and it is a perfect getaway. We wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL & Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical location!
It was such a treat to stay in one of the iconic over-the-water homes in Marshall. A magical experience that you can’t find elsewhere! Meg, the property manager, fulfilled all of our needs. Communication was seemless! And the huge decks and dock highlighted the unique beauty of Tomales Bay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Meg Cadiz, property manager or Barbara Dawson, co-owner

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This house was owned by our mother who bought it as a family getaway. All of our family has spent weekends and vacations here. We want to share it with you because it a place that means so much to us. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This is one of the most pristine locations in the Bay Area. Though it is not far from San Francisco and the East Bay, you very quickly feel you are in 'the country', away from the fast pace of city life. Our mother bought this house as a family getaway and it certainly has been that for our family over these many years.

What makes this property unique

This is house is great for a weekend away with a friend or for a family vacation. Located right on Tomales Bay, you find yourself in one of the most pristine seaside locations in California. It's just a great place to escape the busy-ness of every day life and regroup! We are also walking distance to Hog Island Oyster Bar and the Marshall Store Oyster Bar. To the north you can go to Nick's for dinner. To the south, you find the Marshall Store for oysters, or Tony's (as soon as it is renovated!) then Point Reyes Station restaurants, Olema or Inverness are all close by.
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