We recently stayed in the Grand View Suite and sent an email to the innkeepers at…read morestay@blackheroninn.com to provide some feedback. The email bounced because the mailbox was full, so we're posting the email we sent to Yelp. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. Positives: * Quiet and peaceful. * Very nice view. * Useful kitchenette items: plates, cutlery, microwave, coffee maker (with Peet's coffee!), etc. Improvement suggestions: * The windows need washing, especially in the dining area. The view is one of the main attractions of your property, and it's a shame (and disappointing) to look through dirty windows. * There are cobwebs in areas in the room (example: next to the book case in the dining area), and outside on the deck and deck chairs. In fact, the Adirondack chairs on the deck were so dirty we didn't want to sit on them. * The room lighting is a mish-mash of incandescent, CFL, and LED, with different color temperatures. Suggest redoing the lighting with LED lights in the 3000 (warm light) color temperature. Also, the low-voltage puck lights in the soffit above the kitchen counter don't work. At least, we couldn't find a switch to turn them on. Fixing this would brighten up the kitchenette. * The handle on the right-side loft window is incapable of opening the window. (There's a small set screw meant to secure the handle to the window winding mechanism's shaft, and the screw is loose so the handle just spins on the shaft so the window doesn't open.) * The cushioning in the two table chairs in the dining area and the two reclining chairs in the living area is worn and compressed, so the cushioning is marginal. The chairs need to be reupholstered or replaced; they're basically worn out. Making these improvements would elevate the room from just okay to very good and make the relatively high room rate more reasonable.

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 place is magical. It really is…read more I am writing this review here at Sea Ridge Cottage, and dreading our departure tomorrow. We stayed here last night, and again tonight. 2 nights is NOT enough. I want to live here. I cannot wait to return. This is such an amazing gem, that I am hesitant to yelp about it, for fear it will be too hard to book in the future. However, I did find this place through yelp, and will return the favor to others. If you are looking for a place to book in Inverness or Point Reyes, you MUST book this place. It was worth every single penny. This cottage is in the middle of an enchanted forest, and I never want to leave! The owner, Wendy is so sweet, and communication was great. It was a breeze to book it. This morning, while I sipped my coffee on the gorgeous deck, I was half expecting a fairy to come say hi.

I spent my birthday weekend at the Sea Ridge House with 9 of my closest friends. First, I need to…read moresay that we found this hidden gem one week before the big weekend and Wendy was so accommodating and very professional in the way she dealt with me, and I guess with her "tenants" in general, that gave me peace of mind. You know how it is when you are in charge of a big group's plan, this was the least thing I wanted to worry about and the most important! where to spend the night on that Saturday. But, then...when we arrived late on Saturday night, spent the night and then the morning of Sunday, we wished we would have arrived earlier and stayed longer. The true magic lies in this place. We loved this house! every corner of it, it is a very comfortable place and your friends or group of people will feel like home. It is a very functional house, whenever you need something (like a bottle opener) you turned around and there you go, you find it. It's clean and organized plus the cleaning fee is included which makes your life easier. It worked really well for me, with a group of single people and a couple. We fell in love with the house and we will definitely come back when the days are warmer. [Sorry for the pictures that are not rotated, I guess Yelp doesn't have that feature, another review?]

This place is beautiful and so well loved. It's a difficult decision to make...will you go out and…read morehike, see the town, or stay in and enjoy the serenity of your lodging? Tom's breakfasts are consistently delicious, his conversation is always delightful, and his sweet dog Mario will love to visit with you. The rooms are well provided and very comfortable. I loved the black make-up towel- such a thoughtful touch! Honestly, I couldn't wish for a better bed and breakfast experience.

Best place for you and your horse…read more.... Just got back from our mother daughter weekend, with my horse and my daughters pony. It was the best weekend I've ever had with my little girl. The drive there was a bit grooling, due to a bike race. When we finally got there, we put the horse away in their stalls and found some port in the living room, Nice! The room was nice and clean, breakfast was wonderful, good coffee, Tom was most helpful in giving me safe trails to take my daughter, great wifi, and he had some wonderful guests! To put it in a nut shell...I want gift certificates for my birthday, Christmas, Mothers Day, V-day, you get the picture!! Thank you Tom!

This is the cleanest, best appointed hostel I've stayed at yet (out of about 12 I've stayed in)…read more Very friendly and accommodating staff. They have the little things readily available that make for a better stay. Sometimes hostels forget basics, but not this one! They thought of everything. They have coffee beans, coffee grinder, and 3 ways to make coffee available. They have various loose leaf teas, including chamomile for nighttime :) Highly recommend! Oh and my goodness the hike to the beach is a MUST!

Despite its lovely location in the coastal hills of Point Reyes, this place has significant…read moredrawbacks at a high price point. Good: Very pleasant staff and other guests. Historic old farmhouse with wonderful NPS interpretive history display covering a wall in the living room. Immaculate rooms and common areas. Wildlife: coveys of quail, momentary shadow of hawk chasing lizard. Dark skies. Why we won't go back: We, a married couple, occupied one of the rooms in one of the 4-unit structures. Each of these has a kitchen shared by four rooms. Two rooms share am separated bath and shower. In order of unpleasantness for us: 1. The double bed was too small; one of us kept falling off the edge while the other was squished against the wall all night. 2. Sharing the bathroom with unknown neighbors was awkward. 3. Going from building to building and into one's room required memorizing four separate keypad codes, one of which changed in the middle of our stay. Imagine having to remember all this when it's dark and you need to use the bathroom. 4. The main building has a big kitchen. Some things (like coffee and tea) are supplied. But it is difficult to figure out what is provided for guests and what is available to use. It is difficult to figure out how to cook one's meals when there are a dozen other guests with whom one must negotiate. It is slightly easier in the smaller kitchens. 5. Wi-fi was unreliable. Other than the too-small bed, the worst part of our stay was that someone took away our brown paper grocery bag after we unwittingly left it in the main building upon our arrival. There are mysterious kitchen protocols of where one is supposed to leave one's things, and I never did figure this out. You are supposed to mark your stuff, but we did not realize this until our last morning. When we could not find our food bag, we assumed we;d left it at home, so we did not mount a search until it was too late. We had squirreled away odds and ends of food for our hiking lunch, so we shrugged it off. But we had to drive to Olema for dinner. The first morning, I was very unhappy at not being able to find my coffee. I am not a morning person and hate loud commotion. I almost cried at having to make polite conversation while the neighbors were cooking strange-smelling foods. One kind soul dosed me on caffeine. If this were still a hostel and the price was $50/nite, all this might be fine. But the NPS clearly requires this concessionaire to set prices that compare to the AirB&Bs of Inverness - $200/night. So it is to Inverness that we will go next time.

I celebrated a birthday here in the middle of winter with a group of friends. The cottage maintains…read morea great balance between being rustic charm and urban sophistication. We cooked a lot there, and the kitchen was beautifully kitted out. The cottage offers all the creature comforts, including a hottub with a view; about the only problem that we had while we were there was that we couldn't get the Internet access to function, and there was no cell phone coverage, so it was an off-the-net experience; this added to the serenity. The views across Tomales bay from three directions are magical (but be warned: this is probably not a good house for families with small children - there is not much barrier on the patio) Well worth the money, and highly recommended.

From the owner: 365 days -- each aglow with a new reflection from the sun, the moon and the tides of Tomales Bay…read more Only one hour's drive from the Golden Gate Bridge. Located in West Marin, 10 minutes from Point Reyes Station and close to Stinson Beach and Bodega Bay. The cottage has 3 bedrooms, 1+1/2 bathrooms.

Loved loved loved my experience here! In response to one of the reviews, the appliances have been…read moreupdated, as well as the kitchen cabinets. Creamer, coffee, tea, eggs, butter, english muffins, jellies, and fruit provided. Cute, boho style furniture with some shaker style pieces - very nicely decorated. Sheets and bedding very nice and comfy. Lovely white fluffy towels (bring your own robe - I was glad that I did!). Beautiful blue and white tiled bathroom with shower only - wonderful water pressure and hot water! Tony and Jan supply body wash, shampoo, and conditioner (Neutrogena Rainbath and Pantene at the time of my visit). Small wood-burning stove with logs and all the tools needed to keep a fire going. Wifi signal was great - I watched some Netflix and joined a Zoom meeting from my own computer and had no issues with either. Hot tub was great. Outdoor space to sit at a nice table with four chairs and a nice looking BBQ. I saw an elk roaming on the property, lots of quail and other birds (they have a pictorial guide of birds hanging by the front door right as you walk in). The yurt is on a gravel road. You pass the neighbor's sheep and horses as you drive in. Point Reyes Station is literally right around the corner - a 2-3 minute drive - with lots of food, great markets and shopping. Inverness is a 5-minute drive (if that). The yurt is very conveniently located. I passed Jan and Tony and Stella, their dog, on the way out one night - very friendly and made sure I had everything I needed. I will be thrilled when the opportunity comes to visit again!!

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.

The Inn at Roundstone Farms is my favourite BnB anywhere. We make it a point to visit a couple of…read moretimes a year. The bedrooms/bathrooms have plenty of space, are quiet, spotless and well-maintained. There is a spacious living area in which to lounge, read, or relax with a beverage from a nice selection of coffees and teas. The lounge opens to an outdoor deck with a great view over Olema valley; good for stargazing too, as the night sky is way clearer than the SF Bay Area. Frank's breakfasts are some of the best we've ever had at BnBs, with a friendly environment with the other guests, (and bird-watching during breakfast!) After making the reservation they inquire whether any dietary preferences or restrictions.

Had an amazing time staying at the Inn at Roundstone Farm! Breakfast was served promptly at 8:30am…read moreand Frank was kind enough to offer a tray so I could eat in the room with my partner (we are still quite covid cautious). Lots of beautiful birds to watch and listen to. The ridge room was lovely, comfortable and quiet. Frank was extremely welcoming and easy going.

Unfortunately, this inn is neither luxurious or peaceful. This was probably stunning in the 80s but…read moreif there have been any updates, there are not enough to show. This is also not a traditional bed and breakfast. The common areas are sad and the kitchen unseemly. Smudge stained handles on cupboards and ice that tastes like it was made in someone's old freezer which gives it an odd taste. Pros: The jacuzzi tub in the room is amazing! Spacious and clean with plenty of bubble bath. Cons: Close to highway (also a 10 minute walk to town but on the highway so a little sketch) not a big deal when windows are closed but can't do that because there is no AC. And I'm pretty sure they leave the heater on often making very hot rooms. Very outdated bedding, towels, decor (think fake flowers), fridge (runs loud) and vibe Bedding and towels are washed in a strongly scented detergent. Carpet and rugs are tattered, stained and frankly, gross. (So the smell in the room is dust, age and detergent) Our room.had a large skylight in the bathroom area. Some may like this for light but you must be an early riser or don't mind full sun coming in the afternoon. It hadn't been clean in a while and there was no covering to block the light. A negative for us especially during a late afternoon bath. One had to be blinded unfortunately!! The room we were in had an accordion door for the toilet room offering no privacy and loud middle of the night visits. Dingy table covers and stained doilies cover every table top. The older furniture is fine and can add to the charm (leave coasters!) Base boards are chipped and paint is peeling. Screen for patio is really loud to open and came off the track several times. "Breakfast" was a little shocking to be honest. Breakfast (which is in your room fridge) consists of a plastic fruit cups or yogurt, frozen individually wrapped pastries, granola in a mason jar that looks ancient and some bagels that had freezer burn in ziploc baggies. There were some juices, individual trail mixes and cereal bowls from named brands. We sometimes grabbed the trail mix and yogurt but otherwise did not touch anything else. So different from traditional Bed and Breakfasts that have warm breakfasts and friendly hosts. We never saw either of these. ThIs rooms was 300+ a night. Definitely not worth that price. I'm happy to see they are going to be closed for repairs and upgrades. If they invest in this place, buying updated bedding/towels/decor/flooring, having warm breakfasts and present hosts, touching up paint and ditching the doilies and strong detergent, this place could be charming and valuable again.

My friend and I stayed in two of the upstairs rooms for two nights. This review is quite mixed:…read more On the positive side the upstairs rooms have vaulted ceilings and lots of light (which I very much appreciate) and the beds are comfortable. The little decks in each room were charming with views of the courtyard and a glimpse of the hills. The host (who built this place) was very pleasant and welcoming. He lives on the property and is readily available. The large in-room tub was wonderful and hot water plentiful. The check in and check out hours are very reasonable. The kitchen downstairs is available with a microwave, and the dining room and common area is quite lovely as is the courtyard.space. There are indeed small refrigerators and a toaster in each room and for continental breakfast-- bagels with fixings, juice, and sweet rolls are provided. Unfortunately, there is no fresh fruit only plastic cups of "canned fruit" and all the provisions are bulk bought (probably frozen) rather than locally sourced (there are two marvelous bakeries in town.) there is complementary sparkling water as well (a nice touch.) On the negative side: The in-room Keurig needed to be descaled. There was paint wearing off in patches, one towel bar in my bathroom was torn out, leaving an unpatched hole. The industrial rug throughout the entire upstairs is stained, dirty, fraying, and disgusting. The wing back chair in my room was so broken down that I found it impossible to sit in comfortably. One of the "double hung" windows in my room needed repair and would not stay up. The screen on the slider was torn and frayed. The overhead fan in my friend's room was noisy and vibrated so much it was scary (no way to turn it down from 'high'.) Some of the furniture was very nice, "antique" cabinets and wardrobes but another dresser looked like it could have been picked up from the curb. It is close enough to town to walk there, but it would be dangerous because there's no sidewalk or shoulder to walk on and the roads are fairly narrow and windy. Conclusion: it's a nice place, but for the price it definitely needs to be updated with better chairs, some general repairs, and new flooring. Fresh fruit and real silverware for the continental breakfast would also help. And if the owner really wants to wow his guests, he could bring in scones from a downtown bakery.

It's like owning a cottage on Tomales Bay for a few days. A cottage where a magical cornucopia of…read morefresh healthful breakfast foods appears within. Everything is indeed fragrance free and non-allergenic as Sandy says. There is a large whirlpool bathtub in case you are extra dirty. Impressive orchids and other lovely houseplants abound inside, and the yard garden (yarden?) hugs the cottage with greenness. A bit pricey for the digs though. You get to (or have got to) stoke the woodfire stove for heat. Depends on whether you see taking care of yourself as a freedom or a burden, I suppose. The owner is wonderful. She went out of her way to help me deal with my mysteriously broken car window, which we can only attribute to an evaporating meteor or a stone-headed egret.

I was very disappointed with the owner. I wanted to make reservations months ahead in February…read more She would not take the reservations because she wanted to wait to see if she could get someone to rent an entire week. This strikes me as greedy, and is not in keeping with the reservation process in the area Consider Bolinas. It is nearby and lots of available rentals