[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House Family-friendly vacation home in Inverness ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34331700/34331671/edb3293a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34331700/34331671/27289080.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34331700/34331671/ff9f69ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34331700/34331671/5c1e38ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34331700/34331671/baac2e89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - 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 - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97090000/97082800/97082772/957b9e99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wildwood Inverness Majestic on the Mesa Keep Cool Inverness - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=97082772&PinnedHotelID=97082772&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33938800/33938736/aa86f68e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Lovely House in the Fresh - Inverness Original Inverness - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 150 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33938736&PinnedHotelID=33938736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33220000/33213200/33213114/f71cadd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic Lodge in Point Reyes-Inverness: Picturesque Retreat Inverness - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 114 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33213114&PinnedHotelID=33213114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73790000/73781800/73781745/w1021h683x3y0-bfd98570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lloyd's Lookout - spacious 3 bed retreat with stunning bay views Inverness - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=73781745&PinnedHotelID=73781745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068500/32068409/3e541724.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family and Friends Retreat at the Garden House in Point Reyes Nicasio - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=32068409&PinnedHotelID=32068409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497800/33497771/996b9e17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vacation Home Overlooking Heart's Desire Beach at Tomales Bay Inverness - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 229 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33497771&PinnedHotelID=33497771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57690000/57683800/57683770/3c1fdfeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Meet the Ruby! 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Inverness - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 113 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=33954682&PinnedHotelID=33954682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions An adult age 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as The Cliff House Expansive Bay Views From an Open Inviting House ## About the area Located in Inverness, this vacation 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Inverness travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness.dx177431) [View more Vacation homes in Inverness](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness-Private-Vacation-Homes.d177431-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.11074%2C-122.86881&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=keu7tx436ajTEH4hFmkRsac7SSQ=) Inverness, CA ### What's nearby - Shell Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 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) - 71 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Toby's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hog Island Oyster Farm - ‬27 min drive - ‪The Marshall Store - ‬25 min drive - ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬11 min drive - ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this 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? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Cliff House - Expansive Bay Views from an Open & Inviting House located? > This family-friendly Inverness vacation 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 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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