Straus Home Ranch on Tomales Bay | Other in Marshall

10.0 (95 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
McDonald Other | Straus Home Ranch on Tomales Bay

4 Bedroom Place in McDonald, Marshall

** IMPORTANT NOTE: Our listing is for vacation rentals *only*. If you're interested in hosting a wedding, retreat or event of any type, please contact us directly. **
Our family's beautifully renovated 1864 farmhouse, surrounded by towering eucalyptus and cypress trees, on 166 certified organic acres, on the shores of Tomales Bay. Our house is a 30-second walk to the beach, perfect for launching your kayak and watching spectacular sunsets.
Sleeping: Our home accommodates 10 (total, adults and kids): 4 bedrooms upstairs, each with queen bed; plus a queen pull-out sofa in the downstairs den. Comfortable beds and luxurious bedding. Two shared full bathrooms (1 upstairs, and 1 downstairs).
** PLEASE NOTE: Our listing is for vacation rentals *only*. If you're interested in hosting a private event of any type, please find us online and contact us directly. Thanks you. :) **
Kitchen: Fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, coffee, tea, spices, and more.
Entertainment: Wi-Fi, flat screen TV and DVDs, lots of board games and lawn games.
Outdoors: BBQ, patio, upper and lower porches for chillin’, lots of room to hang out (inside and outside), including hammock in the garden. Beach on Tomales Bay literally a 30-second walk from the house. Enjoy a bonfire and an incredible night sky (with no light pollution), which Michael will setup for you.
All in incomparably-beautiful surroundings. Seriously, this place is magical.
For hosting events at our ranch, please inquire, as there may be additional fees.
Eating: West Marin is a foodie Mecca, including Nick’s Cove, Hog Island Oyster Company, Marshall Store, Rocker Oysterfellas, Osteria Stellina, Cowgirl Creamery, Heidrun Meadery and so much more. Pick up some pastries at Route 1 Bakery (Tomales) or Bovine Bakery (Point Reyes Station). Or, cook at home with our terrific kitchen. Shuck and BBQ oysters on our patio. Or … ask us about having an incredible local private chef prepare a glorious meal.
West Marin is a slice of paradise – kayaking on the Bay, hiking in the Point Reyes National Seashore, home to artisan cheeses, fresh local oysters and a serene country escape (but still only an hour’s drive to SF or Wine Country).
Want to know more about Marin County's rich environmental, sustainable agriculture and organic food history? Just ask siblings Vivien and Michael Straus - we can share stories about the Marin Agricultural Land Trust (MALT) - co-founded by our mother Ellen; stories about launching Straus Family Creamery (owned separately by our brother) and the local artisan cheese scene (Vivien created the CheeseTrail map and app). Want to talk about psychic phenomena? That's Michael's department :)
Come out to Marshall - the only town where the population minus the elevation equals the speed limit.
Pets: Sorry, NO pets allowed.

Straus Home Ranch on Tomales Bay is located in McDonald. Straus Home Ranch on Tomales Bay provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Laundry, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Other features Internet, Laundry, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Straus Home Ranch on Tomales Bay has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Other because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Other, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Other has a friendly neighborhood, and the McDonald has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Other in McDonald, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • 2 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Dryer
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Chef
Breakfast
  • Microwave
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee grinder
  • Oven
Activities
  • Sailing
  • Birdwatching
  • Cycling
  • Kayaking
  • Windsurfing
  • Winery tours
  • Horse riding
  • Motor boating
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Wildlife and game walks
  • Ecotours
  • Whale watching
  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
Entertainment
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
General
  • Russian
  • English
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Children's books
  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Playground
  • Separate living room
  • Kitchen
  • Travel crib
  • Refrigerator
  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront location
  • Firepit
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Balcony

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

John C.
Jan 3, 2025 09:03:18 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We have stayed at a number of wonderful places in the Tomales Bay area over the years, mainly in Inverness. But the Straus Family Ranch experience gave us the deepest experience of the land and its history. The deep personal connection that the owners, Michael and Vivien Straus, have with the place and their warm enthusiasm for sharing it make the place exceptional.
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