Ridgetop is a little piece of England in West Marin. With furniture and treasures from the inkeeper’s homeland, Ridgetop is reminiscent of a stay in an English manor house.
Just a walk to two superb restaurants in Olema, or the Point Reyes National Seashore Visitors Center, it is ideally situated for exploring the coast and mountains, dining or relaxing.
Explore the forests of Inverness Ridge. Stroll along secluded beaches. Scout for whales at the lighthouse and snack on oysters pulled fresh from Tomales Bay.
Then make your way back to Ridgetop for a cup of tea by the fireplace or in the beautiful gardens. In the morning a delicious breakfast will prepare you for another day’s adventures.
If Ridgetop’s butler were to describe this manor house he would describe the rooms in this way...
"It has been my privilege to work for the Lord and Lady of Ridgetop for many years. His Lordship is fond of country pursuits and the FOXGLOVE ROOM reflects this. He takes afternoon tea on the west facing balcony overlooking the Olema Valley. It has a queen bed and bathroom with shower."
The Lavender Room "Her Ladyship heralds from Wales and the LAVENDER ROOM has touches of lace from her homeland. This sunny queen-bedded south and west facing room has a large private bathroom with a tub to befit a lady."
"She likes to sketch and can do this from the PRIMROSE ROOM’S private deck. Decorated in a floral theme, it draws inspiration from the magnificent garden. It has a king bed and bathroom with shower."
"Being great travellers, the house holds many objects from the Lord and Lady’s adventures. The SNAPDRAGON ROOM, facing east, is fitting as it has many treasures from the Orient. It has a queen bed and bathroom with a shower."
"The HOLLYHOCK ROOM has antiques from travels to the New World. Appropriately looking west, it has views across the Olema Valley. Guests have a queen bed and a private bathroom with tub and shower."
"The CORNFLOWER ROOM with its cheerful blue and white, has pottery from Europe. The cosy bathroom with shower is also of European design. This queen-bedded room faces west for guests to watch the sunset."
"The BRAMBLE SUITE, is our newest addition. Adjoining the main house, this bedroom suite is fully furnished with dining facilities and en-suite bath. Open-plan in style it takes advantage of great natural lighting to evoke a feeling of calm relaxation."
The Garden
"It has been my pleasure to serve breakfast in the PARLOUR but many guests like to take a tray into the GARDEN."
Ridgetop Interior
"The DRAWING ROOM, with its touches of tartan, reflects his Lordship’s home in Scotland. The large open fire is a perfect place to sit by as the evening draws to a close."
Periwinkle Cottage
"The one bedroom cottage in the grounds of Ridgetop has a fully equipped kitchen and private bath with shower. In the living room a trundle bed can sleep 2 additional guests. If the views of the Olema Valley are not enough there is a TV and VCR. For cosy evenings there is a fireplace and for sunny days a private garden."
"I hope you, like those I have the pleasure of serving, will enjoy your stay at Ridgetop."
Nearby attractions and activities:
Take the scenic road to the Lighthouse along the spectacular coastline.
Walk to the Bear Valley Visitors’ Center and ask the rangers for the seasonal highlights (1/4 mile W on SFD).
Visit the Indian Village or Morgan horses at the Visitors’ Center (1/4 mile W on SFD).
Rent a bicycle from Cycle Analysis and Dave will deliver it to your door.
Buy oysters from Johnson’s Oysters (10 miles W on SFD).
Stroll under the magnificent redwoods at Muir Woods (20 miles south on Highway 1).
Take in the excitment of the city in San Francisco (30 miles S). Why not leave the car behind at Larkspur Landing and take the ferry into the City?.
Hike or bike to the top of Mount Vision (2 miles from Limantour Road).
Buy a picnic lunch from Tomales Bay Foods in Point Reyes Station (2 miles N on Hwy. 1).
Watch the waves crash on Limantour Beach (10 miles W).
Treat yourselves to a scone or "sticky bun" at the Bovine Bakery in Point Reyes Station .
Shoot a roll of film in the Bodega Bay area (30 miles N on Hwy. 1).
Listen to music on the weekends at Rancho Nicasio (8 miles E in Nicasio).
See the sun set on Drakes Beach (10 miles W on SFD).
Stroll or roll along the old railway line in Samuel Taylor Park (3-10 miles E on SFD).
Browse through the Point Reyes Bookstore and nationally known Gallery Route One in Point Reyes Station (2 miles N on Hwy. 1).
Excellent dining at the much recommended Olema Inn or Mankas restaurants (1/8 miles in Olema).
Spot a whale swimming past the point at Point Reyes (20 miles W on SFD).
Smell the wild flowers at Chimney Rock 20 miles W on SFD).
Play pinball at the Western Saloon in Point Reyes Station (2 miles N on Hwy 1).
Enjoy a performance of Shakespeare at Stinson Beach (12 miles S on Hwy. 1).
Order a burger and watch the game at the Olema Farmhouse (1/8 miles in Olema).
Guitar music at the Station House Cafe .
Try the Mexican food at Cafe Reyes in Point Reyes Station .
Ride a horse to the beach from Five Brooks Stables, or board your horse at Stewart Ranch and let us take care of you.
Paddle across Tomales Bay from Tamal Saka or Blue Waters Kayaks.
Look for elk at Pierce Point (20 miles W then N).
Borrow our binoculars and see the birds at the world famous Audubon Canyon Ranch or Point Reyes Bird Observatory (15 miles S).
Snuggle up to a friend on Heart’s Desire Beach (8 miles W on SFD).
Peruse the art galleries in Point Reyes Station (2 miles N on Hwy. 1).
Learn how cheese is made at the Rouge et Noir Cheese Factory (10 miles E onthe Point Reyes-Petaluma Road).
Kayak on a full moon night on Tomales Bay on a kayak rented from Blue Waters in Inverness (approximately 10 to 15 miles to launch site).
Go to Duxbury Reef or Agate Beach to view some fantastic tide pools at low tide. Wave at the Starfish in their multicolor display! Why not let Tree Frog Treks guide you. (15 miles)
Forget your clothes at Twin Lakes (aka Hagmaier Ponds) but not the sunscreen! (8 miles S on Hwy. 1).
Swim in Tomales Bay at Heart’s Desire or dip in the Ink Wells by Shafter Bridge on a hot day (7 miles W oE on SFD).
Say Hi! to the sea lions at Sea Lion Overlook by the Point Reyes Lighthouse (20 miles W on SFD).
Hangglide! San Francisco Hanggliding Center specializes in Tandem Hang Gliding, Paragliding, and Aqua Gliding. Fly in a glider beside an USHGA certified instructor from the top of Mt. Tamalpais down to Stinson Beach, after only 5 minutes of instruction. Or fly in our Ultralight "Aqua-glider" over the San Francisco Bay! Look down on Alcatraz, Angel Island and the Golden Gate Bridge from the air. Just 10 miles from San Francisco!
Location:
45 minutes north of San francisco, Ridgetop is located just above the village of Olema, less than a mile from the Point Reyes National Seashore headquarters at Bear Valley.
Policy:
Two night minimum at weekends - ask for exceptions if within one week of stay
Full payment required to secure room
Cancellations with more than 14 days notice
are refundable less 10% handing charge (holidays excluded)
Cancellations with less than 14 days notice or for holiday weekends forfeit entire payment unless room is let
If booking the entire inn a 30 day cancellation period is required with $20 for any changes to the reservation
For group bookings, a deposit for $750 by cheque will hold the booking.
10% occupancy tax not included
Please no pets or smoking.
Check in is 4pm and check out is 10am.
(Please call us if you have special needs and we will try to accommodate them.)
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
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M12859 is a little piece of England in West Marin. With furniture and treasures from the inkeeper’s homeland, M12859 is reminiscent of a stay in an English manor house.
Just a walk to two superb restaurants in Olema, or the Point Reyes National Seashore Visitors Center, it is ideally situated for exploring the...
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