Tranquil waterfront cottage with private beach
Entire cottage in Marshall, California
- 6 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 4 beds
- 1.5 baths
Hosted by Adam
- Superhost
- 5 years hosting
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On Tomales Bay in Marshall
A waterfront cottage on the eastern shore of Tomales Bay, within walking distance of Hog Island Oysters.
Private beach, dock, and hot tub
A private beach with a kayak, a dock over the water, and a hot tub in the garden.
Thoughtfully designed, inside and out
Guests describe a thoughtfully designed home where every detail feels cared for. Many are repeat visitors.
Take in the maritime beauty of Tomales Bay from the comfort of this luxury waterfront cottage. Turn the wooden steering wheel on the front door and enter a light-filled living room with high ceilings and sweeping views of the bay. Seals, otters and rays make their way into the bay; at high tide perhaps you'll be lucky and catch a glimpse of a sting ray from the glass window in the living room floor. Our private beach is the perfect spot to go for a swim, or launch your paddleboards and kayaks.
The space
This place is very special to us, and we enjoy renting it out to travelers like yourself. It’s a perfect place to connect and to celebrate being together, and of course to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of Tomales Bay. We have made so many incredible memories here, and it’s our hope that you will, too.
Enjoy the garden hot tub, spectacular views, marine life, and glorious sunsets.
Unobstructed views throughout the house with window seats to lounge on or sit on the dock, deck, or private beach to immerse yourself in the scenery. Slurp oysters and drink wine while listening to the water. Watch the light play over the Bay or paddle over to the bay beaches across the way at Point Reyes Seashore.
. 3 Bedrooms:
-Downstairs main bedroom is a King with water views;
-Upstairs loft room is a Queen with water views;
-Downstairs "kids room: 2 Twins as a bunk bed.
. Tranquil dock and beach space to relax
. Direct Water Access, 1 Kayak Life-Vests & water shoes in the shed
. Deck with BBQ, Outdoor Dining/Furniture
. Hot Tub
. Outdoor Shower
. Open Plan Living/Dining/Kitchen filled with light
. Well Equipped Kitchen good quality pans and serving ware
. Stocked cupboard w/oils, vinegars, sauces, spices and
. Basic baking and cooking items
. Awesome retro Wedgwood stove, Filtered Water, Microwave, Toaster Oven, Electric Kettle, High end Coffee Maker or take your choice of ways to make coffee- pour-over, press pot or Bialeti
. Quality Furnishings & Luxurious Bedding
. 1.5 Bathrooms plus the outdoor shower by the hot tub
. Washer & Dryer/Laundry Room w/Natural Laundry Soap
. On Demand Hot Water
. Ample Linens and Towels
. Natural Soaps, Shampoo, Hairdryers, Cotton balls/Swabs
. Gas Fireplace
. Nest Thermostat & Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors
. Samsung Frame TV
. Wifi Speakers
. Wifi & USB outlets
. Books, Cards & Games
. Skylights
. Beach Towels and Folding Chairs
. Parking for 3 vehicles on the side of the road
. Fully fenced yard with gates to block entry to the dock
. Keyless Entry
For more information search TomalesBayCottage online
Guest access
There is roadside parking for 3 vehicles in front of the house along the fence. Be sure to pick up groceries before your arrival. The Palace Market in Point Reyes Station has a fantastic selection (20 minutes away) and Petaluma has many good grocery store options (35 minutes away). See below for local restaurant options, and be forewarned they often close earlier than you might expect!
The gate from the road is unlocked, you do not need a code to come into the yard. You will receive an email with the code for the cottage’s front door - enter it and then turn the ship’s wheel to the right to come in. When you leave, please close the doors and windows and lock the front door by re-entering the same code you entered with.
Other things to note
Phone
There is no cellular service at the Cottage, but if you have wifi calling enabled on your phone, you’ll be able to send and receive calls. If you need cell service, the closest spot is Point Reyes Station.
Television
There is a flatscreen Samsung frame TV that doubles as art when not in use. The TV remote is on the small shelf below the TV.
Music
There are 2 wireless Sonos speakers in the kitchen and living room. Using the Sonos App, you can connect your phone/ipad to the speakers.
Hot Tub
Please shower before getting in (try the outdoor shower!). There is a gate for more privacy when showering. Please set the hot tub to 97 and cover it when not in use. No unattended kids in the hot tub.
Cooking
Make yourselves at home! We have left basic ingredients (spices, oils, coffee and tea, sugar, salt and pepper, etc) for your use. Poke around in the cupboards and drawers. You'll find everything you need for cooking, dining, and tidying up. Hot pads, cloth napkins, and dish towels are in the lower cupboard left of the fridge. Our Wedgewood stove cooks and bakes wonderfully. We have plenty of knives, cooking utensils, measuring spoons and mixing bowls. You will find nice pots, pans, and baking dishes in the cupboard by the sink. The house is well stocked with plates, glasses, wine glasses, serving bowls, and utensils. There is also a toaster oven and microwave.
Coffee and Tea
Ahhh coffee! First thing in the morning, sitting on the dock or in the window seat, it is so lovely! We have multiple choices for how to brew your coffee, and if coffee is not your thing there are lots of tea options as well.
We have the Moccamaster KBGV Select, coffee filters are provided. The moccamaster synchronizes brew time and temperature and makes fantastic coffee in about five minutes.
Groceries:
Pick up groceries before arrival, The Palace Market in Point Reyes Station is great or drive into Petaluma for lots of options
Kayaking
We have a two-person kayak and life jackets for your use. The waters can get choppy and weather conditions change quickly: All water sports including kayaking are at your own risk. It's about a 20 minute paddle to the beach across from the house.
Photography
Recreational drones are not allowed at our house without exception. It is against the law to fly drones in Point Reyes National Seashore, and it is important to us to preserve the environment for our neighbors and respect their privacy. Otherwise, please feel free to take photographs/videos of the house and the area and share anything you like on social media.
Where to eat close by:
Nick's Cove, Hog Island Oyster Company, The Marshall Store, Tomales Bay Oyster Company, Tony’s Seafood,
Where to eat towards Dillion Beach:Tomales Bakery, William Tell House, Tomales Deli- Coastal Kitchen
Or explore Point Reyes Station, Olema and Inverness for amazing options! If you want to go further check out Petaluma!
Activities:
Kayaking, Tide-Pooling, Fishing, Hiking, Boating, Biking, Horseback Riding, Scenic Driving, Wildlife & Bird Watching, Restaurants, Sightseeing, Whale Watching, Relaxing, Beach, Wine Tasting & of course... Eating Oysters!
The space
This place is very special to us, and we enjoy renting it out to travelers like yourself. It’s a perfect place to connect and to celebrate being together, and of course to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of Tomales Bay. We have made so many incredible memories here, and it’s our hope that you will, too.
Enjoy the garden hot tub, spectacular views, marine life, and glorious sunsets.
Unobstructed views throughout the house with window seats to lounge on or sit on the dock, deck, or private beach to immerse yourself in the scenery. Slurp oysters and drink wine while listening to the water. Watch the light play over the Bay or paddle over to the bay beaches across the way at Point Reyes Seashore.
. 3 Bedrooms:
-Downstairs main bedroom is a King with water views;
-Upstairs loft room is a Queen with water views;
-Downstairs "kids room: 2 Twins as a bunk bed.
. Tranquil dock and beach space to relax
. Direct Water Access, 1 Kayak Life-Vests & water shoes in the shed
. Deck with BBQ, Outdoor Dining/Furniture
. Hot Tub
. Outdoor Shower
. Open Plan Living/Dining/Kitchen filled with light
. Well Equipped Kitchen good quality pans and serving ware
. Stocked cupboard w/oils, vinegars, sauces, spices and
. Basic baking and cooking items
. Awesome retro Wedgwood stove, Filtered Water, Microwave, Toaster Oven, Electric Kettle, High end Coffee Maker or take your choice of ways to make coffee- pour-over, press pot or Bialeti
. Quality Furnishings & Luxurious Bedding
. 1.5 Bathrooms plus the outdoor shower by the hot tub
. Washer & Dryer/Laundry Room w/Natural Laundry Soap
. On Demand Hot Water
. Ample Linens and Towels
. Natural Soaps, Shampoo, Hairdryers, Cotton balls/Swabs
. Gas Fireplace
. Nest Thermostat & Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors
. Samsung Frame TV
. Wifi Speakers
. Wifi & USB outlets
. Books, Cards & Games
. Skylights
. Beach Towels and Folding Chairs
. Parking for 3 vehicles on the side of the road
. Fully fenced yard with gates to block entry to the dock
. Keyless Entry
For more information search TomalesBayCottage online
Guest access
There is roadside parking for 3 vehicles in front of the house along the fence. Be sure to pick up groceries before your arrival. The Palace Market in Point Reyes Station has a fantastic selection (20 minutes away) and Petaluma has many good grocery store options (35 minutes away). See below for local restaurant options, and be forewarned they often close earlier than you might expect!
The gate from the road is unlocked, you do not need a code to come into the yard. You will receive an email with the code for the cottage’s front door - enter it and then turn the ship’s wheel to the right to come in. When you leave, please close the doors and windows and lock the front door by re-entering the same code you entered with.
Other things to note
Phone
There is no cellular service at the Cottage, but if you have wifi calling enabled on your phone, you’ll be able to send and receive calls. If you need cell service, the closest spot is Point Reyes Station.
Television
There is a flatscreen Samsung frame TV that doubles as art when not in use. The TV remote is on the small shelf below the TV.
Music
There are 2 wireless Sonos speakers in the kitchen and living room. Using the Sonos App, you can connect your phone/ipad to the speakers.
Hot Tub
Please shower before getting in (try the outdoor shower!). There is a gate for more privacy when showering. Please set the hot tub to 97 and cover it when not in use. No unattended kids in the hot tub.
Cooking
Make yourselves at home! We have left basic ingredients (spices, oils, coffee and tea, sugar, salt and pepper, etc) for your use. Poke around in the cupboards and drawers. You'll find everything you need for cooking, dining, and tidying up. Hot pads, cloth napkins, and dish towels are in the lower cupboard left of the fridge. Our Wedgewood stove cooks and bakes wonderfully. We have plenty of knives, cooking utensils, measuring spoons and mixing bowls. You will find nice pots, pans, and baking dishes in the cupboard by the sink. The house is well stocked with plates, glasses, wine glasses, serving bowls, and utensils. There is also a toaster oven and microwave.
Coffee and Tea
Ahhh coffee! First thing in the morning, sitting on the dock or in the window seat, it is so lovely! We have multiple choices for how to brew your coffee, and if coffee is not your thing there are lots of tea options as well.
We have the Moccamaster KBGV Select, coffee filters are provided. The moccamaster synchronizes brew time and temperature and makes fantastic coffee in about five minutes.
Groceries:
Pick up groceries before arrival, The Palace Market in Point Reyes Station is great or drive into Petaluma for lots of options
Kayaking
We have a two-person kayak and life jackets for your use. The waters can get choppy and weather conditions change quickly: All water sports including kayaking are at your own risk. It's about a 20 minute paddle to the beach across from the house.
Photography
Recreational drones are not allowed at our house without exception. It is against the law to fly drones in Point Reyes National Seashore, and it is important to us to preserve the environment for our neighbors and respect their privacy. Otherwise, please feel free to take photographs/videos of the house and the area and share anything you like on social media.
Where to eat close by:
Nick's Cove, Hog Island Oyster Company, The Marshall Store, Tomales Bay Oyster Company, Tony’s Seafood,
Where to eat towards Dillion Beach:Tomales Bakery, William Tell House, Tomales Deli- Coastal Kitchen
Or explore Point Reyes Station, Olema and Inverness for amazing options! If you want to go further check out Petaluma!
Activities:
Kayaking, Tide-Pooling, Fishing, Hiking, Boating, Biking, Horseback Riding, Scenic Driving, Wildlife & Bird Watching, Restaurants, Sightseeing, Whale Watching, Relaxing, Beach, Wine Tasting & of course... Eating Oysters!
Where you’ll sleep
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What this place offers
Bay view
Private beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Free street parking
5 nights in Marshall
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 198 reviews.
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Where you’ll be
Marshall, California, United States
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Neighborhood highlights
Marshall is located in West Marin County on the eastern shore of Tomales Bay.
Primarily a residential neighborhood, the community is located along California's Pacific Coast Highway, surrounded on one side by the waters of Tomales Bay and on the other by the ranches and working dairy farms of West Marin.
The quiet pace of life and friendly locals will quickly make you feel at ease here. For an infusion of energy, try one of the local seafood restaurants for some award-winning cuisine and sun-drenched smiles.
Search for the "New York Times Article: Adventures & Restaurants in Marin County"
or
Search "activities in Point Reyes CA" many links will come up - Enjoy!
Primarily a residential neighborhood, the community is located along California's Pacific Coast Highway, surrounded on one side by the waters of Tomales Bay and on the other by the ranches and working dairy farms of West Marin.
The quiet pace of life and friendly locals will quickly make you feel at ease here. For an infusion of energy, try one of the local seafood restaurants for some award-winning cuisine and sun-drenched smiles.
Search for the "New York Times Article: Adventures & Restaurants in Marin County"
or
Search "activities in Point Reyes CA" many links will come up - Enjoy!
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