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Midcentury Waterfront w/Spectacular Views & Private Dock on Tomales Bay.

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Tomales Bay view of the Whitney House. Dock in lower left, house in upper right
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Inverness, CA
  • Tomales Bay
  • Tomales Bay State Park
  • Heart's Desire Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Midcentury Waterfront w/Spectacular Views & Private Dock on Tomales Bay.


Enjoy a 180 degree view of Tomales Bay, Elephant Mountain, Mount Tam and a two acre sunny meadow, all while relaxing in front of the fire in our rustic but beautiful Bernardi designed mid-century redwood and glass living room. (Each bedroom has a bay view as well.) Walk down the meadow to a magical stairway in the woods that leads to the shore and pier. Feel free to bring your own watercraft to fully enjoy this remarkable location. Or just jump off the float for a refreshing swim. Chicken Ranch Beach is two minutes to the south and Shell beach five minutes to the north; and the beaches of Point Reyes as well as the lighthouse are just 15 minutes by car. The large brick patio offers the fullness of indoor outdoor living. Words cannot describe the beauty and serenity of dawn or dusk in this truly unique setting.

The stairs and pier are shared by Whitney family members who use the pier to swim and to launch boats. It is very unlikely that you will see any of us, however, as we access the property below and use those areas infrequently.

Keywords: waterfront, vacation, dock, near Point Reyes National Seashore ,quiet, views ,meadow, beach

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children should be supervised closely.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this holiday home is in the mountains and on 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. 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

  • Shell Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Marshall Beach - 24 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park - 27 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toby's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Company - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Cowgirl Creamery at Pt Reyes Station - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Midcentury Waterfront w/Spectacular Views & Private Dock on Tomales Bay. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Midcentury Waterfront w/Spectacular Views & Private Dock on Tomales Bay.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Midcentury Waterfront w/Spectacular Views & Private Dock on Tomales Bay.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Midcentury Waterfront w/Spectacular Views & Private Dock on Tomales Bay. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Inverness holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tomales Bay State Park and Shell Beach. Point Reyes National Seashore and Point Reyes Hiking Trails are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

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

Perfect get away

Perfect location had everything we needed close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terisa

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

Milestone Birthday Getaway

A beautiful and peaceful retreat next to Tomales Bay. Easy access to Pt Reyes National Seashore and Pt Reyes Station. Simplified check-in and check-out. Dakota was gracious and helpful with questions. All-in-all, a great family experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

clifford g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Tomales Bay View

Beautiful location, great fireplace for cold days and evenings, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Wonderful stay

I had high expectations from the listing and the reviews and it was even better!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric James L.

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

Wonderful getaway!

I can’t wait to come back to this property. The kind of place you don’t need to leave to feel like you’re on vacation. Communication was great and the experience was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach V.

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

Beautiful and comfortable

This was a comfortable home for our family to stay in for a few days. The view was terrific and the location very convenient for exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

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

Lovely time

A beautiful place on earth.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

Lovely location

Perfect relaxing get away
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

charlotte w.

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

Fantastic, once again

This is an exceedingly comfortable and well-equipped home in a superb location — whether sitting reading by Tomales Bay or hiking the shores and trails of Point Reyes. The hosts are also friendly and helpful and welcoming. We are repeat customers and highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoying Inverness.

Overall sense was that we were part of the family spending a weekend on the water. Comfortable, convenient, and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kali S.

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

Simply amazing

One of my favorite stays ever, absolutely unbeatable location, beautiful home. So grateful to the family for sharing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Great Getaway on Tomales Bay

We were looking for something cozy, quiet and intimate. This was perfect. It was so quiet. The fireplace was nice, we had wine and my boyfriend brought his guitar. We spent time playing ping pong and chilling on the deck. We hiked, had great food and an overall great time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlotte w.

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

We highly recommend Whitney House

As long-time visitors to Point Reyes, we highly recommend this comfortable, well-appointed and beautiful home. It has spectacular views along the waterfront, even if you never leave the property. It is also an unbeatable location for accessing all that this National Seashore offers. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Craig R.

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

Great View/ Unique Home

Step back in time to a 1950 era weekend vacation home. I wanted a great view with lots of privacy and that is exactly what we got. Grand children loved the swing and the walk to the pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Wonderful

Amazing as always. Thank you Deborah and the Whitneys!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pt. Reyes vacation home

It is a lovely property. We have stayed here before. I would like the owner to know that there should be some more newspaper for starting the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy p.

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

The Best

We are all - from age one and a half to 74 -very very fond of this special house!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katya S.

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

Best of all

This is the most amazing rental property we have ever had the pleasure of staying in. It is a beautiful house, in an even more beautiful natural setting. The history of this place is palpable, instantly creating an atmosphere that is cozy, welcoming, and deep. We had wonderful conversations by the fire, shared meals on the patio with sweeping views of the bay, and got to dive off the dock for glorious morning swims. I cannot wait to come back here, and incorporate this magical place into our family traditions. Thank you to the Whitney family for sharing such a special treasure with us, allowing us to feel so welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Scenic location

We loved the location. The house has an amazing glass walled great room with fireplace which was the highlight of our stay. The bedrooms are accessed by going outside through a breezeway. Both of the bedrooms are very rustic and share a basic full bathroom which is the only bath for the entire house. There are some nice walks accessed right from the house without getting in your car. Nearby the Tap Room restaurant had fantastic, super fresh sushi! Nice surprise for a beer joint!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Pt. Reyes vacation

We like the house very much. It is on a bluff overlooking Tomales Bay. We liked the fireplace as it was cold. The next door cabin was a small issue. We could overhear their conversations unless they were inside the cabin which was a bummer. We had come for peace and quiet and every time they came out of the cabin and talked we could hear them while we were reading in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Best Place Ever

This property is a gem in what is my favorite place in CA. The house was built in 1952 by the family who still owns it. Unique architecture and stunning views of Tomales Bay. Bedrooms in separate building from living room/kitchen area. Huge parcel. The ambiance is casual and outstanding. If you like stark modern sterile black and white - then don't come here. If you like warm, cozy, spacious yet intimate then DO come here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

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

Magical Retreat

Location is wonderful and having the dock for our kayaks and swimmers was ideal. Laying in bed watching the stars and looking across the bay at sunrise is hard to beat. We rented this house and one 2 doors away to accommodate our family & friends. Great weekend. We did meal preparation at the house and I have got to say they have the worst knives I have ever tried to use, cut my fingers before I could get through a carrot. I would bring a pair of kitchen shears and some knives next time! Other than that a good time was had by all.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Steve D., El Dorado Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Slightly Disappointed.

• Property was very clean. • Check in was fairly smooth, but cell reception is challenging in the area, and there were no instructions given as to how to access the property. Thankfully the owners picked up our call once we got reception and told us the property was open and the keys were inside on the counter. • Accuracy online listing... not great. I'm writing this aprox 10 days after returning so as not to over-react. Photo makes it look like the property is right on the water, and while there is mention of "magical stairway" there was no mention that the shore is aprox 50-80 Ft below, and there are 80+ steps and several turns. No way we could get our 2 person kayak down those stairs. Very disappointed in that, and certainly considered the location paying the rate we did. • Communication with owner, very good... we even locked the keys in the kitchen and they were able to get us back inside in no time at all. Thank you so much ! • Very good location, and aside from the distance above water. • Overall... felt like it was very much over-priced given distance above water. Doing my best to be somewhat positive, I'm always looking for the positives, and it would take something horrendous to provide a lower Review. Sorry for the honesty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clifford Y.

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

Beautiful home in Inverness, CA, overlooking Tomales Bay.

This beautiful & scenic home in Inverness, CA overlooks Tomales Bay, has a huge back yard, with access to a secluded beach with an old wooden dock (for kayaking or wind surfing, etc.). Deer and other wildlife have access to this backyard and that's another reason this place is so unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dakota Whtney

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Hello my name is Nick Whitney and I was raised in Berkeley, California. and grew up coming to our family home in Inverness on weekends and summers.
I learned to swim and sail on Tomales Bay with my two siblings Kathleen and Pete we are now the owners of this family gem and are caretaking it for the use of generations to come.

Why they chose this property

Back in the 1930s my father, Jim Whitney, then a teenager, would walk from the village of Inverness the two and a half miles to Shell Beach climbing the hill just north of Chicken Ranch he would crest a hill above the bay and cross the most beautiful meadow. He told his young bride Deborah that if the land was ever sold he'd love to build a home and raise their family there. Fortunately, what had been McConnell's Dairy's pasture was soon subdivided and Jim and Deborah were able to fulfill their dreams. They raised three children there, Kathleen, Peter, and Nick. Deborah is now 97 and still spends time every summer at this wonderful retreat, as do Kathleen, Pete and Deborah's 10 grandchildren. Nick, his wife Elan, and their daughter Dakota manage the property.

What makes this property unique

This rustic family home is a great location for friends and families to just relax and enjoy the view or play a pick up game of whiffleball in the meadow. Our home appeals to every generation.
When you are staying at Whitney House it's easy to enjoy Tomales Bay and the numerous Pt. Reyes National Seahore activities because you are so close to the bay and beaches.
The large open living room and dining area make for memorable family dinners and then it's fun to curl up in front of the fire place and play a game or read. PLEASE NOTE: Gatherings of more than ten people are not permitted.

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