I came here with my family as a child and now have the pleasure of returning as an adult to spend weekends at the Schoolhouse in Pt Reyes. It's the perfect distance from the city to spend a long weekend or a quick overnight, and the location is very accessible for hiking and beaches. Plus, just a short walk to... More

The Schoolhouse itself is lovely although it definitely could have been cleaner (lots of dust bunnies). The problem was the beds - absolutely the worst I have ever encountered in a rental unit. Some could not even qualify as beds. For instance one " bed" was a very decrepid cot. Another sagged terribly in the middle and was supported at... More

I have had the pleasure of staying as a couple in the Barn Loft and with 4 longtime friends for a weekend getaway in Gray's Retreat this year...perfect locations for each trip's purpose. First of all, the personal, artistic touches of the proprietor, Karen, is present in her attention to detail (fresh-cut arranged flowers, local point of interest books, local... More

What a lovely time I had recently staying with Karen at the Old Pt. Reyes Schoolhouse - and I apologize for my delay in this review. I spent time in Pt, Reyes in September and October and couldn't have been more comfortable as I was at the Schoolhouse compound. It was an easy walk into town for a leasurely breakfast... More

I’ve stayed at the Old Schoolhouse several times over the last six years – it’s my favorite base in West Marin. The setting is off-road and quiet; the grounds attractive and nicely tended. The rooms comfortable and well appointed - website photos give a good sense of their ambience. What the website doesn’t show is the quality of light in... More

My family and I actually live rather near Pt. Reyes, about 45 minutes away. But driving out to West Marin, and Pt. Reyes, is like a little bit of heaven...or Europe...it is just other-worldy. The compound of little cottages in the Schoolhouse is both charming and delightful. The grounds and gardens, even in this fall season, are full of flowers...everything... More

A group of 12 of us recently spent a couple of nights at this wonderful place and it was so interesting because we used several of the rooms/cottages and they're all decorated differently and SO BEAUTIFULLY. We got to roam from one cozy spot to the next, enjoying all of the lush gardens and romantic settings. The owner is an... More

This is one of my favorite places in the world. It's lovely, peaceful, and not overly cute or fancy. I've stayed in almost every unit on the compound and love them all, though Jasmine Cottage may be my favorite because of the curtained alcove where the bed is. Everything is comfortable and peaceful, and sets the perfect setting for relaxation... More

We stayed here the week before a family wedding with the intent to explore the Pt. Reyes area. We rented the Schoolhouse which was like staying in a beloved family home. It was very clean and there were really beautiful flowers to greet us. The house had many separate areas which allowed different members of the family to do many... More