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Point Reyes Station, which has the biggest commercial district, owes its existence (and obviously part of its name) to the railroad that ran through for 59 years ending in 1933. Originally it was called Olema Station. However, the main property owner, Novato dentist Galen Burdell, gave it its lasting name in 1883. Black Mountain, whose rolling crest dominates the near distance east of town, carries the family name of Burdell's wife. Along Main Street, which is A Street, is also Highway 1 but is marked as Shoreline Highway, most of the north-facing facades date to the railroad era. The architecture is vaguely Italianate-- many of the early town fathers were Northern Italian immigrants or Italian speaking Swiss. The most imposing edifice is the brick Grandi Building, built in 1915. Although empty now, it once housed a grand hotel, ballroom, and general store. Down the street, the woodsided Point Reyes Emporium (1898) survived the 20th Century beautifully. The railroad switching yard occupied the facing area. Here, once standard gauge rails were laid from Sausalito, loads had to be shifted to and from the narrowgauge cars that still ran north up to the Russian River. Ultimately, the old depot was turned and moved and is now the postoffice. The old enginehouse stands too; it's the burnt-red structure a block off the highway from the gas station. Elsewhere, commercial and office buildings are known as what they once were: the Old Creamery Building, the Livery Stable, the Hay Barn. The rambling white building at the southern entrance to town is known as the Cheda Building, although Cheda's Garage (the oldest Triple-A outlet in the state) is a block up the street. Even the Point Reyes Whale of a Deli is sometimes called by its original name - Cheda's - even though the store has had several evolutions in between. The sidewalks buzz with activity on sunny weekends. As the coast's commercial anchor, Point Reyes Station has at least one - and usually just one - of everything: one hardware store, one grocery store, the only bank on the Marin coast, and likewise, the only feed supplier, and the only pharmacy. The downtown eateries, of which there are several, seem almost a mandatory stop for caravans of bicyclists, motorcyclists and all manner of visitors coming through. It's a free port, blue-collar at its roots, and you can still catch a whiff of livestock in the breeze. |
| Food/Restaurants |
Cowgirl Creamery |
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| Come visit Cowgirl Creamery and watch our award-winning cheeses being made, taste artisan cheeses at our Cheese Counter, and enjoy local, organic foods and wine at the Cowgirl Cantina. Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-6pm. Tours Fridays at 11:30am (please call to reserve). | |
| Station
House Cafe Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-1515 A gem of a gourmet neighborhood cafe serving breakfast, lunch & dinner in the heart of Point Reyes Station since 1974. The Station House Cafe features classic comfort foods made with fresh local ingredients; fine wine & spirits; garden dining; live music; private party accommodation & friendly service. |
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Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese |
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| Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. makes Original Blue™ Cheese. The only California Blue cheese, all natural raw milk, aged five months. | |
Rosie's Cowboy Cookhouse |
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| Quality authentic food prepared from scratch. Fried green tomatoes. BBQ ribs, seafood stew, salmon tacos, chile verde, pot roast, stew, buffalo burgers, organic vegetables, fresh fruit crisp, flan, hand squeezed drinks, beer & wine. | |
| Lodging |
| Abalone
Inn |
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| Vintage 1912 guesthouse and local artists gallery. Traditional European style accommodations, offering 3 unique rooms, expansive views, parlor with fireplace, library and refreshments. Garden hot tub & massage available. Sunny & centrally located. Reasonable rates & off-season discounts. | |
| Berry
Patch Cottage P.O. Box 712 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956, (888) 663-1942 or (415) 663-1942, E-mail berry@berrypatchcottage.com www.BerryPatchCottage.com |
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| A charming country cottage tucked away in a quiet, sunny glade. Abundant berries, fruit and nut trees. Fully equipped country kitchen, cable TV and VCR. Birders delight in spacious country garden setting. Family and pet-friendly; arrange when booking. $100-$150. | |
| Annie's
Garden Cottage 180 Third St., PO Box 1102 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-8143 E-mail: info@anniesgardencottage.com |
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| A quiet, private retreat adjacent to public open space, but within walking distance of downtown Point Reyes Station, the Cottage is a two-story loft with a spacious living/dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private deck and garden. | |
| Egret's
Overlook Home |
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| Vacation rental home on Point Reyes Mesa surrounded by panoramic views. Ideal for families with children, friends and family reunions. Two large private bedroom suites, guest loft, full kitchen, deck with spa. | |
| Ferrando's
Hideaway Cottages |
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"What
you've done here is truly majestic, impressive, and yet intimate, private
and cozy. BRAVO"
–Sybille & Tom, Fair Oaks, CA. Two charming and private cottages surrounded by organic vegetable and flower gardens, amenities include private hot tubs under the stars; wood stoves, TV, VCR, movies, CD player, kitchen, outdoor BBQ and king bed. Breakfast food is provided. See our website at www.ferrando.com |
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| Holly
Tree Inn 3 Silverhills Rd. Point Reyes Sta., CA 94956 (415) 663-1554 Fax (415) 663-8566 E-mail info@hollytreeinn.com |
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| The moonrise over Tomales Bay as you soak in your hot tub; the song of a Swainson's thrush in a coastal valley, evening by the fireplace. The magic of Point Reyes. Three cottages, inn, rooms. | |
| Knob
Hill 40 Knob Hill Rd., P.O. Box 1108 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (888) 663-1784 or (415) 663-1784 E-mail info@knobhill.com |
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| Abundant light, all-day sun. Exceptional views, fireplaces, jacuzzi. Atop a small bluff overlooking the beautiful Pt.Reyes Mesa, a leisurely 10 minute walk to the village. Three private (one a stand-alone cottage), guest rooms. $70-$160 | |
| Marsh
Cottage |
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| Secluded cabin with spectacular view and full kitchen along the marshland of Tomales Bay a mile from Inverness. | |
Lingonberry Farm Bed & Breakfast |
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| "A wonderful getaway, we were delighted from the moment we entered your lovely Point Reyes retreat." Cara & tom, Belmont, CA. Swedish style bed & breakfast with 3 cozy rooms overlooking pastoral and bay views. Great breakfasts served by the fireplace in the guest lounge. Wireless internet, close to town and bay trail. Come pet an alpaca! $140-160. | |
Old
Point Reyes Schoolhouse |
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| From romantic getaways to honeymoons...from weddings to family reunions...come celebrate on the historic schoolhouse compound. Quiet secluded gardens, moonrise and sunset views. Elegant shelter in a rustic setting. | |
| One Mesa Bed & Breakfast P.O. Box 10 31 Mesa Road Point Reyes, CA 94956 (415) 663-8866, Fax (415) 663-8486 E-mail reservations@onemesa.com |
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| Your relaxing retreat, with separate demi-suites and 1 cottage. Walking distance to village, cable TV/CD players, elegantly appointed, generous private bath, private exterior entrances, decks, views or garden settings. Yummy in-room breakfasts. | |
| Point
Reyes Country Inn & Stables 12050 Highway One, P.O. Box 501 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-9696, Fax (415) 663-8888 E-mail prci@svn.net |
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| The Country Inn should be your headquarters for a weekend of relaxation, outdoor activities and fine dining. All rooms with private baths and balconies, plus cottages on Tomales Bay. Overnight horse boarding available. | |
| Point Reyes Hostel 100 Limantour Rd., P.O. Box 247 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-8811, (888) GO-HI-USA E-mail prhostel@norcalhostels.org |
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| Housed in rustic ranch buildings, the Point Reyes Hostel offers the only lodgings available within the boundaries of the National Seashore, and is a peaceful, relaxing retreat for travelers of all ages. Guests are accommodated in shared rooms (plus one private family room), and enjoy comfortable lounges with park views and a fully equipped guest kitchen. In addition, the Point Reyes Hostel is a certified green business, committed to promoting environmentally responsible travel. | |
| Point Reyes Station Inn 11591 Highway 1 Point Reyes, CA 94956 (415) 663-9372 E-mail prsi@mcn.org |
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| Stay adjacent to Point Reyes National Seashore. Relax in a newly built inn with wonderful old-world character. Spacious romantic rooms with 13-foot vaulted ceilings, fabulous views of Marin's beautiful rolling hills. Private baths, fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, balconies, antique queen and king size beds. | |
| Point
Reyes Vineyard Inn & Winery PO Box 1177 12700 Highway One Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-1552, (415) 663-1011, (800) 516-1011 Fax (415) 663-1555 www.ptreyesvineyardinn.com |
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| A romantic, secluded Mediterranean-style home in a pastoral setting adjacent to working agricultural ranch. Spacious rooms, hot tub, landscaped, vineyard view, wetlands, bird watching, hiking, near quaint towns. Wine tasting room open weekends, holidays. | |
| Lodging Services |
| Inns of Marin P.O. Box 547 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-2000, (800) 887-2880 |
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| A free lodging referral and reservations service for the Tomales Bay, Inverness, Pt. Reyes areas. Private cottages B&Bs, vacation rentals, some of the best properties in the area. Water, garden, forest views. | |
| Point
Reyes Lodging P.O. Box 878 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-1872, (800) 539-1872 |
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| Small hotels, country inns and cottages providing hospitality and gracious accommodations in the Point Reyes Area. | |
| West Marin
Network Serving all your lodging needs. Complete area information for beautiful Point Reyes Seashore Park. Office located in downtown Point Reyes Station. |
| Other |
| Bank
of Petaluma |
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| We are the only full-service "super community bank" serving the West Marin community. Open Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and Friday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Our ATM is operational 24-hours a day and we are members of the Star System and Explore networks. Members FDIC and Federal Reserve System. | |
Point Reyes Printing Co. Inc. |
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| Offering complete copy services. Offset & custom letterpress printing, and Design Services! | |
CLAM |
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| CLAM is a nonprofit organization created to acquire and hold land for the benefit of the community and its future generations. | |
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PO Box 910 65 Third Street #21 (Admin) Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-9632 www.coastalhealth.net Coastal Health Alliance provides quality healthcaare regardless of ability to pay. Accepting most insusrance including Kaiser; most forms of government coverage. To discuss a donation call Deborah Reynolds 663-8781. For Appointments: Point Reyes (415) 663-8666 |
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Analysis Bike Rentals & Repairs | |
| Bike rentals repairs and accessory sales. Explore the ridgetops, douglas fir and redwood groves, beaches and more by bike. We cater to families with small and medium-sized kids. Have trailers, trail-a-bikes and small mountain bikes. | |
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Palace Community Center 503 B Street, P.O. Box 217, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-1075, Fax (415) 663-1475 E-mail dance@svn.net |
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| The Dance
Palace is a multi-purpose non-profit community center providing a wide
variety of educational, recreational, cultural and community services
for people of all ages. Performances, children and senior activities etc. |
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Marin Agricultural Land Trust |
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| MALT is a coalition of ranchers, environmentalists and 6,000 members working to preserve Marin County farmland. | |
| Point Reyes National
Seashore Association (415) 663-1835, Bookstore (415) 663-1155, Seminars (415) 663-1200 The Point Reyes National Seashore Association operates the Point Reyes Field Seminars and park bookstores. It provides support to the National Seashore for environmental education and conservation. Revenues are generated by our park's bookstores, the education programs, field seminars and through membership and public donations. |
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Reyes Outdoors Point Reyes Outdoors 11401 State Route 1 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-8192 Email: Info@pointreyesoutdoors.com |
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| Discover incredible wildlife. Explore wilderness beaches, pristine esteros and marshes while sea kayaking and hiking with our professional guides. Adventures include: Sunset to Starlight paddles, youth & family programs, camping, kayak instruction, group events and more. Let us guide you to some of the best kept secrets in West Marin. | |
Signosaurus
Art and Letters |
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| "I
make signs the old fashioned way - I paint them." Full-service graphic design and hand-crafted signs since 1973. Now offering custom picture framing. On the web at www.signosaurus.com |
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| Newspaper |
Point
Reyes Light West Marin's Pulitzer Prize winning newspaper. Subscriptions available. |
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| Retail |
| Black
Mountain Artisans 11245 Highway 1 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-9130 E-mail mdeswart@aol.com |
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| Black Mountain Artisans is a collective gallery featuring unique hand spun/hand-dyed yarns, hand knit sweaters, woven shawls, jackets, hats and jewelry. Everything is hand made by local and Bay Area artists. Open Thurs thru Mon 11:00 — 5:00 | |
Cabaline
Country Emporium & Saddlery |
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| Unique store features fine & casual contemporary clothing, stylish & functional footwear, great hats, beautiful jewelry, rugged outerwear, luggage, travel essentials, gifts, toys, books, Avon for adults & children. In addition everything for horses, riders & pets. Open everyday! | |
Flower
Power |
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| Something for everyone — extraordinary gifts for you and your home and garden. Great taste in vases, pottery, furniture, linens, dinnerware, baskets, mirrors, garden plants, and cut flower arrangements. Open daily 10 — 5. | |
| Marty
Knapp Photography Gallery
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| Traditional black & white landscape photographs of Point Reyes and Mt. Tamalpais areas. Gallery open Friday-Sunday 11-5PM with extended hours Summer & Holidays. Large catalog online features secure shopping cart. | |
Point Reyes Books |
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| New, used and antiquarian books. Regular author events. Local guides and maps. Nature Field Guides. Photography gallery featuring West Marin photographers and landscapes. Books by local authors and poets. We buy used books & special order books. | |
| Susan Hayes Handwovens 80 4th Street Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-8057 E-mail shayes@svn.net www.susanhayeshandwovens.com |
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| Local & American made clothing and accessories, featuring finely crafted handwoven made in our studio, suedes, seperates, lingerie, jewelry & gifts. | |
Zuma |
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| Crafts, Ethnic arts, and cultural artifacts made from natural and recycled materials from around the world. | |
| Real Estate / Contractors |
Fred
Rodoni’s Coastal Marin Real Estate |
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| Who knows West Marin County better than a native son? You need an expert to guide you in an area where every property is unique. Inverness and Point Reyes are our specialty. Ranches to cottages. | |
Rodoni
Construction Company |
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| General Contractor doing custom remodels and new construction. Residential and repair. | |
| West
Marin Real Estate Robert Cardwell, Realtor 355 B Street Point Reyes Station, CA 94956 (415) 663-8281, Cell (415) 215-7925 E-mail: rcardwell@svn.net | 
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to do || Where to stay || What
to eat || Where to shop || Visitor
services || Map || Links
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