If you need to escape the city, the Inn on Tomales Bay is a great option. Less than a hour and half…read morefrom San Francisco, my girlfriend and I took a long weekend in Tomales Bay, and we stayed at the Inn on Tomales Bay. The innkeeper, Bob, greeted us in person when we arrived around 11:30pm; He personally showed us to our room and calmly described how ordering breakfast worked, gave us wifi credentials, and then let us relax. If you're looking for upscale luxury, this is not the place for you. If you're looking for an exceptionally clean, cozy, and well run B&B than look no further. You're staying in a tranquil, untroubled place that persuades you to decompress and clear your mind. Notable Amenities: - WiFi - Feminine products in the bathroom - Novels and light music - Fireplace - Continental breakfast - Binoculars - Hiking backpack - Mini refrigerator What is provided to you promotes relaxation and exploring your surroundings. We spent our mornings in the room eating breakfast, listening to Claude Debussy and watching the mist clear over the bay. We then headed out to go kayaking all day, had oysters and champagne for dinner, then retreated back to the B&B to cozy up in front of the fire. *Note About Breakfast* Breakfast is brought to your room and includes the following: tea, orange juice, and an assortment of breads (blueberry, coffee, pumpkin, poppyseed, etc.) *Note About Your Surroundings* You are near a few restaurants, and a light breakfast is provided, otherwise not much is around. I would suggest bringing some fruits/veggies and other light snacks when you are out during the day.

Stayed there on Saturday night. The place was very clean and Bob was very friendly. The room is…read moreequipped with various types of music CDs, a binocular, a backpack, etc, very thoughtful. The view..oh..the view, it was awesome. We sat in the dark watching the bay in the full moon night. It can't get better than this. The breakfast was great and the conversation with Bob was even better. We'll definitely go back!

My wife and I recently stayed the Dancing Coyote Beach Cottages and although we generally enjoyed…read moreour vacation, it was substantially marred by the infestation of mosquitos in our room. We diligently kept the windows and doors closed during our stay, but we woke up the next morning with at least 20 bites between the two of us. The buzzing in our ears woke us up too. Suffice to say, we did not stay the additional night and left early. I highly recommend the owners take steps to eliminate this problem. I cannot recommend this place to friends and co-workers.

A really lovely and charming hide away. The cottages are rustic and cozy, just steps from a…read morepeaceful little bay. Not far from sites and instead of TV, board games, a fireplace, deck, sitting area and tranquility. Highly recommended!

The perfect getaway. From the heated bathroom tiles to the unforgettable view, I had a lovely and…read morepeaceful time at Nick's. The front desk staff are very accommodating, too. Great time

Second time stopping here for dinner and we love it. From the fantastic drinks (espresso Martini )…read moreand food ( we recommend the halibut, smash burger and bbq oysters), to the view and ambiance, you can't beat it. We're definitely going to try an overnight stay in their cottages one of these weekends!

My husband's and my favorite weekend getaway in the Bay Area. We've been several times during…read moredifferent seasons over the years and it never disappoints. The yurt is charmingly rustic, clean, quiet, private, and the perfect location to access the many outdoor offerings of west Marin. It has a fantastic hot tub that's perfect to relax in after a day of hiking. Tony and Jan are incredibly kind, wonderful hosts. We've only had one issue we had to contact them about over the years (no soap in the shower) and they took care of it very quickly.

What a great hideaway! I heard no noise other than birds singing the two days I was there. Great…read moreplace to stay if you are looking to escape the city and enjoy a pastoral setting. Point Reyes Station is an easy car ride away. I enjoyed the wood burning stove because it was unseasonably cold and windy...and the hot tub is conveniently situated right outside the door. The owner, Tony, came by to say hi which was sweet and welcoming. Fruit, eggs, English muffins, coffee and cream added a nice touch.

I've cycled a lot around Point Reyes and taken many one-day road trips, but I've never really…read moreexplored the area extensively due to a lack of time. That recently changed thanks to the recent overnight accommodations provided by the Black Heron Inn. Located in Point Reyes Station, about a 5-minute drive from downtown, it's the perfect place to stay when exploring Point Reyes. I had done quite a bit of research on accommodations in the area, but the options seemed to either be way too expensive or way too "patchouli" for my taste. The Black Heron Inn was the perfect fit for me and my wife. They have three guest rooms, and due to the lack of availability of the other rooms, I selected the Grand View Suite. And what a "Grand View" it was. My strong suggestion is not to plan too much during the late afternoon because you'll want to open a bottle of wine and enjoy the view from the outdoor deck or the dining room table before heading off to dinner for some oysters. The clean and well appointed rooms have a small refrigerator, a small microwave, and a toaster as well as dishes and silverware, so make sure to bring some ready to eat food with you to store in the room since food is not provided. We personally picked up some breakfast savories and sweets from Brickmaiden Breads, and our mornings were set. Coffee is provided along with a Cuisinart Coffee maker. If you don't like your coffee black or enjoy creamers, be sure to pack some milk for the fridge. The proprietors are pretty hands-off when it comes to guest interaction (which is just fine), but they are very responsive if necessary. One thing I did learn while talking to them briefly was that they have a lot of repeat customers. Based on our recent stay, I can see why!

This was our second stay at the Black Heron Inn. We absolutely love it! We stayed in the…read moreGrandview Suite each time and are in love with the view. Mamie is a wonderful host and was very cordial both times we stayed at the Inn--and helpful! She returned a backpack we left--so glad for that. The location of the Inn is very convenient to Point Reyes National Seashore.

It is a great place to stay, although have not stayed there for about three years. I left the USA…read moreto live in the UAE (Abu Dhabi) and it was a long way to travel for the weekend. Hahaha. Now I have returned to the land of my birth- Canada, It is so relaxing to wake up in the morning - it is glorious. That is how it got its name actually. It is life how we wished it to be again. Quiet, animals, orchard, A great hostess with all of the amenities. I highly recommend it. It will feel like twenty years ago - before Covid and all.

LOCATION This cozy, little cottage sits on a rustic farm in…read morePoint Reyes Station. Although it's located just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this place feels completely different from the Bay Area. The idyllic, rural setting (complete with sheep, ducks, and chickens) makes Morning Glory Cottage a wonderful retreat for rest and recuperation. AMBIANCE This place is imbued with a calming sense of tranquility and serenity. Even though it is right off the road, we rarely noticed any traffic noise. The only sounds that we heard were the leafs rustling, birds chirping, ducks quacking, bees droning, rooster crowing, and the farm dog barking. FURNISHING We chose this cottage primary because it is dog friendly and because it has a kitchenette furnished with pots, pans, plates, bowls, and utensils (so we're not forced to eat out every meal). Here are some of the other nice things that we liked about the place: + hand-written welcome note + a basket of fresh chicken and duck eggs + free WiFi + private patio As well-appointed as the cottage is, it is by no means perfect. Here are some minor deficiencies that we noticed during our stay: - there were plenty of hand soaps but no bath soap - there was a barbeque grill but no charcoals - there was a hand towel in the kitchen but no napkins - the skylight makes it hard to sleep in late PRICE $125 a night during the week days (Monday through Thursday). $135 a night during the weekend (Friday through Sunday).

The AppleGarden Cottage is a perfect home away from home. Thoughtfully appointed, perfectly sized…read morefor two, and in the most bucolic setting. Waking up each morning to Highland cows grazing outside the kitchen window was a delight. Jan's breakfasts were out of this world good. We eagerly awaited delivery each morning and excitedly tucked into the yummiest scones, frittatas, breakfast puddings, and more, all made with locally sourced ingredients. Yum! This property is really special. I would not hesitate to return for another getaway to this West Marin gem.

We loved this place. We stayed there for 4 days just before Christmas and it was wonderful. Living…read morein the city, we wanted some quiet time in the countryside. We came away rested and restored. My biggest issue with B&Bs is that we often find the hosts endlessly intrusive. I understand they want to help, but as an introvert, their presence often grates. Jan and Lou, though, were very thoughtful about letting us enjoy the peace and quiet their cottage provides. It was a delight to have the freshly-made morning meals dropped off for us to deal with at our own pace. The store in Tomales, which is a pleasant walk from the cottage, provided us snacks and lunches. And there are a lot of options for dinner nearby. Our favorite was the Bodega Casino (which is neither a bodega or a casino, but a bar), where in the evenings they have pop-ups with amazing local chefs. I also really appreciated Jan giving us a tour of their farm and teaching us about the business of it. We were really impressed with their industry and acumen. We'll definitely be back!

Just called and not currently a B & B... I appreciate that a…read morewoman picked up the phone to say so. Wish we could've tried it when it was because it sounds lovely!

Perfect B&B for an oyster getaway! Very good price and a…read moregracious host. Close to Point Reyes for hiking and just across the bay from oysters, cheese and wine, what's not to like!

Lovely accommodations in a beautiful location but more importantly, owners take genuine interest in…read moreguests' welfare. Had a flat tire and owner helped us by dealing with Auto Club while we went to dinner with friends--way above and beyond any normal service expectation! Next time we're in the area, we plan to stay with them.

We loved our stay at Motel Inverness! It is centrally located for all of the activities we wanted…read moreto do in Pt Reyes National Seashore and on both sides of Tomales Bay. The hotel has seven rooms and a big, comfortable common area with books, windows over the marsh for bird watching, a fireplace and even a pool table. There's a big deck facing the marsh and Tomales Bay with a walkway out to a bird blind near the water for bird watching. This is a very well run and cared for property. It is so charming and we highly recommend a stay!

We stayed here last September. We had a marvelous time. The accommodations were perfect! The…read moreowners, Eleanore and her husband live about 100 yards from the cottage. What a relaxing weekend! Large deck for sitting and dining. Large propane BBQ on the deck. Dining/sitting area near the BBQ. I loved going out there in the early morning to have coffee. Can see a multitude of wildlife on the deck. There is a nice kitchen inside. Most of the cooking implements are enclosed in a closet out of view. Fully stocked kitchen for cooking if one chooses so. The bed is elevated from the main sitting area. I love that you can coddle yourself to sleep in the comfy bed and have full view of the greenery outside. There are very large windows almost floor to ceiling. NO TV!!! Yeahhhh.. But there is a CD player and an assortment of CD's available. The bathroom has huge ceilings and heated slate floors. A very welcomed wood burning stove for the cool nights we were there. Outside a few yards from the cottage is a secluded area with a large hot tub can probably accommodate 4 people. We spent alot of time there. Eleanore invited us to go down to her garden to pick tomatoes for dinner, BBQ oysters! We got a couple of dozen from Hog Island. Definitely a fantastic relaxing few days at Lone Fir Cottage!

Lone Fir Cottage holds a dear place in my family's heart and history. It's been a refuge during…read moredifficult times--a place to regather and regain strength; and in good times a place of celebration and deep relaxation. We've recently introduced a new generation to Lone Fir Cottage, and were able to experience it through fresh eyes: the excitement of exploring the gardens, finding the chicken coop; listening for owls after nightfall, and waking to a wide and peaceful quiet. For us older ones, the peace penetrates deeply, mitigating against months of city stress. Days can be spent just looking out the wall of windows into the treetops, playing games, or cooking. If we feel like venturing out, there's easy access to Bear Valley, Inverness or Point Reyes Seashore, trails, or town. And evenings, the comfort of a happy woodstove and of course, the hot tub. Bing and Eleanore are wonderful hosts, giving and warm; the beds are comfortable; and all here is well.