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!

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.

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!

In my carrier I have travel to or in about 30+ States I like…read moreto stay in Hotel's that are older. Without looking at Yelp, I was told that hotels and motels were limited in the area and fill up quickly on weekends. On a gamble, I was able to book reservations for Thursday through Sunday stay the Tomales Hotel, the little town of Tamales To my surprise, there are no lobby and individuals in charge. You provided a code via email or phone, and different code for your room. These locks are touchy and nothing like the run of the mill combination locks. I was able, per one of the housekeepers who let me in a few hours before check in. There were three (3) house keepers who were unbelievably kind and running ata hundred miles an hour. This hotel has been remodeled that would make any proud. Clean neat as pin. Roomy, and all the pillows you could want and mattress to die for. Absolutely Awesome place. Bob - Sacramento, CA

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.

We had a wonderful stay at Tomales Bay Resort & Marina and would definitely come back. We stayed in…read moreone of the cottages, and it was even better than we expected based on some of the older reviews. It looks like they've put a lot of effort into renovating and updating the property, and it really shows. Our cottage was very clean, comfortable, and felt newly refreshed. One feature we especially loved was that both bedrooms had doors leading out to the private backyard patio, which made the space feel open and relaxing. The only minor drawback was the living room furniture layout. It wasn't ideal for watching TV, but we simply moved the couch back a bit and rearranged the chairs, which solved the problem. A loveseat would make the space even more comfortable. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly accommodating. They took the time to show us other rooms on the property and made us feel very welcome throughout our stay. The new restaurant wasn't open during our visit, but it's a great addition and gives us another reason to come back. Just a quick 20 drive to the Point Reyes Beaches. If you're looking for a peaceful place just steps from the beautiful waters of Tomales Bay, with kayak rentals right on the property, I highly recommend Tomales Bay Resort & Marina. It's truly a hidden gem.

What a lovely spot on the water with a view of the inlet. Clean and friendly. The fireplace is…read morealways a nice touch. They did forget coffee pods the first and did not replace the duralog the second, but would I stay here again, not so sure. You had to pay for the second log and there was never anyone there to buy it from. We ate at the restaurant. My Martini was perfect, but my husband did not like his hamburger. The oysters were fabulous and my salad was a salad. The cookie with ice cream = not so great. The cookie was way over cooked (hard) but our cute waitress did not charge us for it. The restaurant was busy and crowded and LOUD! I was not impressed. It was a great view and our waitress was wonderful and very attentive, but they need to work on a food!

Love it. The main area/checkin was so cute…read more Wish we spent more time there. Service was great. Room cute and clean. The patio was nice to relax.

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.

For check in they leave your keys in the room with the door unlocked! The room was colder inside…read morethan it was outside. The room itself it gross and dirty..... hair everywhere from past guest, dead bugs everywhere, dirt in mini fridge/ freezer (even in the ice tray). I picked off huge food chunks from the containers and tables. All the outlets on the walls are loose and falling off the walls, you can't plug anything in to charge your items! The owner should also keep their personal political beliefs to themselves and not put posters and signs everywhere!

A year later, still the same great experience, again. The people running the place are very…read morefriendly, it's neat and clean. The fireplace and hot tub make it a cozy place to relax after hiking all day. Will be back!

Cozy and serene. Everything we needed and more for a 2-person getaway (plus our pup Petunia). We…read morewill be back! Tiny kitchen and shower, but all we needed. The queen size bed was very comfortable. Naps were taken. Bliss was found.

We stayed here a while back. What a wonderful place!! This is a small cottage with a ladder loft…read more It has full ammenities. There is a 2 person HOTTUB right outside the door!! YOu can sit and sip wine and watch the stars. The most most comfortablest bed ever! There is a full kitchen, BBQ grill outside. The loft is totally enclosed so you have complete privacy! One of the best weekends we had. We never saw the owner. I think all we did was leave the check on the counter.

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.

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.

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?]