Luxury Living in Historic Bank: Haven of Art&Music

Entire home in Tomales, California

  1. 4 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Bert
  1. Superhost
  2. 13 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Beautiful area

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Park view

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Step into history & luxury at NOT A BANK, “robbed” by Bruce Willis & Billy Bob Thornton in BANDITS. This former bank was transformed into a lavish home for your enjoyment. Nestled in the serene town of Tomales, amidst rolling hills, this getaway offers a blend of modern comforts & historic charm. High-speed internet caters to remote work needs. Indulge in extended stays while exploring nearby treasures like Napa & Sonoma wine valleys. Book your escape now & experience the allure of NOT A BANK!

The space
Fully renovated in March 2022, this 2,000 ft² (185 m²) home offers modern amenities and luxurious comfort, with a California king bed, couch hide-a-bed, and a fully equipped kitchen to explore culinary creations. Invent new music on a grand piano, guitars, & electric organ. Grab a workout with kettle bells, yoga mat, & dumbbells. Or relax in front of the TV with streaming services. Interactive QR codes throughout the building provide details about the art. You’ll have everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay.

Hike. Bike. Kayak. Enjoy the beaches. Relax with modern comforts. Located in the sleepy, west Marin town of Tomales. Sleep in quiet comfort. Feel safe and secure at Not A Bank!

This vacation spot is a short hop from:
★ Napa and Sonoma wine valleys
★ Bodega Bay where Alfred Hitchcock filmed “The Birds,”
★ Point Reyes National Seashore
★ Tomales Bay
★ Pacific Ocean.

Guest access
FEATURES
Guests have access to the entire two-story building:
★ one bedroom upstairs with a California king bed
★ couch hide-a-bed downstairs
★ small compact bathroom with shower downstairs
★ linens and towels provided
★ kitchen with stove top, convection oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, toaster, French press coffee maker, & coffee grinder
★ local whole bean coffee & selection of teas
★ baby grand piano, Hammond organ, & guitars
★ Roku TV
★ phonograph player with vinyl records
★ Bose sound system with mini jack and Bluetooth connections
★ high speed WiFi
★ yoga mat, kettlebells, & dumbbells
★ interactive art collection
★ solar powered security lights
★ water from a spring-fed well, purified at the source for drinking
★ Verizon cell service only (or make calls over internet)
★ recommended that you park behind the building off street

Other things to note
Please note that while the rental can sleep four people, it is most comfortable for two. The second bed is a couch hide-a-bed located in the downstairs lobby/living room.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Courtyard view
Park view
Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi – 36 Mbps

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Rated 4.88 out of 5 from 409 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Tomales, California, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

K&A TakeAway features craft made sausages. The William Tell Bar & Restaurant is next door for take-out. Tomales General Store provides any forgotten needs and has a incredible wine selection. Six miles south on Tomales Bay is Nick’s Cove Restaurant, Hog Island Oyster Company, the Marshall Store (rated one of the top 10 seafood restaurants in America), and Tony’s Seafood (their fish & chips are the bomb). North 10 miles is Rocker Oysterfellers at the Valley Ford Inn, Estero Cafe (awesome for breakfast), Dinucci’s Family Style Italian Restaurant, and the new Valley Ford Cheese, Deli & Creamery (closes at 6pm). Further north another 10 minutes is Bodega Bay.

Not-A-Bank is the perfect destination for relaxation and outdoor activities such as kayaking, cycling, hiking, whale watching, and exploring the back roads of Northern California. Dillon Beach is 4 miles west. Tomales Bay is 6 miles south. Pt. Reyes National Seashore is 25 minutes further south. 17 miles north in Bodega Bay, you can golf and pursue more restaurant selections. Sonoma’s Russian River & Alexander Wine Valley are within easy reach. Tomales is no more than an hour from Napa Valley. San Francisco is also one hour away.

Whether you're in the mood for adventure, relaxation, indoor or outdoor entertainment, Tomales has a lot to offer.

Meet your hosts

My work: over educated under employed
Speaks English, German, Indonesian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish
Quirky artist type, musician, writer of short stories, into design. Well traveled, over educated. Laugh loud. Play hard. Dress Casual.
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum

Safety & property

Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

Cancellation policy