Perched above Tomales Bay, The Cliff House offers a tranquil retreat with stunning views. Unwind in the spacious great-room with a custom crescent shaped seating area and brick fireplace or savor gourmet meals in the fully equipped kitchen.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathrooms186 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House
The Cliff House is situated on a hill above Tomales Bay. It is an open split level home with exposed beams and a huge great-room with amazing bay views. The beautiful master bedroom has a king size bed and attached full bath. It looks out through sliding glass doors over a large redwood deck with views of the bay. On the same level there is an additional 1/2 bath with a den next to it. The den has two twin beds. Downstairs there are two bedrooms and a full bath. Room #1 has two twin beds and garden views of the property and a view of the bay. Room #2 has a queen size bed and a twin bed and has a view of the bay. All rooms are appointed with comfortable bedding and have closets for storage (except the den).
A fully equipped kitchen is located on the upper floor with a stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer along with cookware and place settings for your gourmet meal. Adjacent to the kitchen is large dining table that can seat 10 and is parallel to the great-room's wall of windows! This is a perfect setting to enjoy a meal with a view, have a glass of wine, play a board game, and have many memorable conversations and moments. The great-room is a large common area on the upper level with a focus towards the wall of windows. There is a custom crescent shaped seating area that can accommodate 6 people around a round table and brick fireplace. Additionally there is a full sized couch and two large padded over-sized chairs perfect for reading a book or watching the birds swoop by in front of the windows. There is an HD flat screen TV and DVD player in the great-room and another flat screen TV and DVD player in the master bedroom. There are two speakers in the main part of the house that connect to a stereo; perfect for background music. The large deck is off the master bedroom and also accessible down from the great-room via a sliding glass door and set of stairs. There is a large outside landing with a table perfect to enjoy a morning cup of coffee. The main deck has chairs, and lounge seats. This private house sits on one acre in a wooded and park like setting.
There is ample parking under a 3 car covered car port and additional parking spaces for a total of 6.
Attached to the covered parking is a Recreation Room with a Ping Pong table, Foosball table, and extra large comfy chairs; a perfect teen getaway!
The Cliff House is walking distance to two beaches and is the perfect place to entertain, vacation, retreat, relax, rejuvenate, escape, or simply center yourself.
License number: P5223
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near the bay
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Make sure heat is off in all rooms
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 deadlock
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
Property Registration Number P5223
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
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 horse riding and hiking nearby. Visit our Inverness travel guide
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 15-minute walk of Tomales Bay State Park and Shell Beach. Heart's Desire Beach and Point Reyes National Seashore are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House Reviews
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Exceptional
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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!
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!
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
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.
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.
A group of seven friends united to have our friend’s private memorial and a reunion this week. Plenty of space, well outfitted kitchen, comfy beds, plenty of soace, big dining room! It for the bill well. We enjoyed our time and the home is rustic but comfortable.
Beautiful location in the trees with views of Tomales Bay. Easy hike to a small beach that is pretty private. Recommend stopping in a larger town for groceries before arrival. Inverness and Point Reyes are both pretty small towns. They do have grocery stores for limited items. All the restaurants were quite good. It was a lovely and relaxing visit.
This was our second stay since it's the perfect place for large family gatherings! Amazing views, birds and crickets and deer, short walk to a lovely small beach and short drive to all of Point Reyes hikes and beaches. We had so much fun playing ping pong even though the garage room has some water and mildew issues. We will be back!
We were a party of 5 women who have known each other for 40 years. It was one friend’s 70th BD. We enjoyed the area and the house so much. It was wonderful to sit out on the deck overseeing Tomales Bay. The fireplace was great. The kitchen had every kind of amenity one could think of. Thanks for a great visit!
We are a group of six friends who all grew up in Inverness/Olema. This home has allowed us to get together and re-experience all our favorite things about the area. The walking distance to Shell Beach cannot be beat except maybe by the stunning views from the Cliff House. The four bedrooms allow us all to stay in comfort, no one is stuck on a pull-out couch or livingroom floor! We can't wait for our annual visit in 2024!
We were staying in Inverness as my youngest lives here with her family. The Cliff House easily accommodated myself, a couple friends, and my son’s family. The view from the living room windows was spectacular and it was relaxing to sit on the deck in the evenings. The house provided everything we needed as far as comfortable furnishings and supplies/equipment for preparing meals. We were able to get to Love Field for a celebration with no problem. The only thing that could be better was if there were screens for the windows so we could keep them open. Other than that, the place was fantastic and I’d definitely rent here again! Thank you!
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.
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.
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!
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.
The house was perfect for our group of 6 adults (who all like to have their own bed). The neighborhood is quiet, and it is a quick (but pretty steep) walk down to a public access beach area. It felt a little bit like a 1970's time warp, but I think that is reflected in the photos so it shouldn't come as a surprise. Everything is in good repair, the kitchen was well stocked, and the views of the bay are fantastic. We also appreciated that there was ample parking for our 5 vehicles...that is tough to find in this area.