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Tree Top Glass House - Hi House

Tree Top Glass House - Hi House

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Hi House
Hi House...Spring sunrise with a light fog.
Hi House at Sunset
King Bed
HDTV and forest views

Overview of Tree Top Glass House - Hi House

10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Inverness, CA
  • Popular LocationTomales Bay State Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHeart's Desire Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTomales Bay13 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Tree Top Glass House - Hi House

Hi House is a unique elevated studio style glass home located ridgetop amidst Bishop Pines overlooking Tomales Bay State Park and the Point Reyes National Seashore. Situated on five acres and completely surrounded by State Park and National Seashore, this tree top home is the perfect getaway for two. Just relax in comfort neslted in the swaying trees, or venture and explore the historic lighthouse, ocean & bay beaches, or hiking trails and numerous other activities located just minutes away. Your access to this unique home is by a spiral staircase at the back of the house. Due to the unique nature and features of Hi House, children are not permitted.

Located on Pierce Point peninsula at the entrance to Tomales Bay State Park, The Trees By Tomales Bay consists of two private vacation homes situated on 5 acres. The property features spectacular views of Tomales Bay and Abbotts Lagoon, and is surrounded on all sides by State Park and National Seashore.

Enjoy the solitude and peacefullness of our unique setting amidst bishop pines, oaks and beautiful vistas, or venture to the beaches and trails of Tomales Bay State Park (5 minutes) or the many vistas, trails, historic sites and beaches of the Point Reyes National Seashore (5-15 minutes).

POINT REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE comprises over 100 square miles, including 32,000 acres of coastal wilderness area. Estuaries, windswept beaches, coastal scrub grasslands, salt and freshwater marshes, and coniferous forests create a haven of 80 miles of unspoiled and undeveloped coastline. Abundant recreational opportunities include 147 miles of hiking trails, backcountry campgrounds, and numerous beaches, including over 10 continuous miles of unspoiled beach. Kayaking, biking, hiking, beachcombing, surf fishing, seasonal whale and elephant seal watching, bird watching and wildlife viewing are just a few of the activities awaiting your visit. Additionally, you can explore geology, Coast Miwok Indian culture or Lighthouse history by visiting the many historic sites within the park. Located just an hour’s drive from the San Francisco Bay Area, the Seashore is a great escape from a busy city life.

TOMALES BAY STATE PARK is comprised of a 2,000-acre day-use park which features four gently sloping, surf-free beaches, protected from winds by Inverness Ridge, the backbone of the Point Reyes Peninsula, as well as forests, fields, hills, meadows and marshes - each with its own plant life, including varieties of trees, shrubs and wildflowers. One of the finest remaining virgin groves of Bishop pine in California is in the park's Jepson Memorial Grove. Wildlife in the area includes foxes, raccoons, badgers, weasels, chipmunks, squirrels, rabbits, deer, bobcats, skunks, wood rats, field mice, moles and other animals. There are also land and sea birds, including the spotted owl, quail, goldfinches, puffins, great blue heron, pelicans, ruddy ducks, woodpeckers, meadowlarks - and more. The park has hiking trails connecting all its bay beaches, and is a popular place for picnicking, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, bird watching, clamming and boating.



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Property manager

Jeff and Barbie Fairchild
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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Sea view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this apartment is by the sea. Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Town Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tomales Point Trailhead and Point Reyes Hiking Trails. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Tomales Bay State Park - 1 min walk
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 4 min drive
  • Shell Beach - 11 min drive
  • Tomales Bay - 13 min drive
  • Marshall Beach - 89 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Inverness Park Market - 12 min drive
  • Tony's Seafood Restaurant - 28 min drive
  • The Marshall Store - 29 min drive
  • Hog Island Oyster Company - 30 min drive
  • Tomales Bay Oyster Company - 30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tree Top Glass House - Hi House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tree Top Glass House - Hi House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tree Top Glass House - Hi House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tree Top Glass House - Hi House located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tomales Bay State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Heart's Desire Beach and Shell Beach. South Beach and Tomales Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tip Top stay at Tree Top
I had wonderful experience at this relaxing, peaceful and inspiring house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanted Glass Tree House
Hi House is indeed an enchanted tree house with beautiful views from both the wraparound deck and the glass enclosed interior! The bed is extremely comfortable, the bathroom lovely, both with luxurious appointments. The house is well decorated with mid-century furniture and artful touches, using natural elements, abound. (Loved the delicate succulents planted in the imposing driftwood piece.). The tiny kitchen functions extremely well. The only suggestions we have is 1.-either fix the drip from the shower head or provide instructions on how to open the ball valve to ensure that the water comes on ( My handy husband promptly figured it out, but if I were by myself I don’t think I would have.) 2.-provide a little more bar soap for the shower. (The very tiny bit of soap was insufficient for 2 adults for a 3- night stay. We were fine as we just happened to have a bar of Dove soap with us.) However, both of these items are truly insignificant compared to the splendor that is Hi House and I’m sure that a call to our hosts would have resolved both issues. There are many things to do in this beautiful area, including just enjoying the peaceful setting. We would strongly encourage others to spend time in this magical place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glass House Greatness
We had an amazing time at this place. The place is right-sized for two people and we loved the view of both the ocean and Tomales Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hi House getaway
It was a perfect quick anniversary getaway. Can't say enough about how much we enjoyed the quiet beauty of Hi House and its setting on Pt. Reyes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooks M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hi on Life
From the moment you enter the property and drive up to the glass tree house, you realize you are in a very special and amazing place. To be completely surrounded by trees, looking out from every angle in the house is awe-inspiring. As others have suggested, the photos do not give it justice. The deck surrounding the home is a nice extension to the outdoors for even more relaxing. The home is nicely appointed with mid century modern furniture. Bathroom is very nice and plenty of personal care items. Kitchen is well stocked and cozy. Weather was amazing and we can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff and Barbie Fairchild

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Jeff & Barbie Fairchild
Retired restauranteurs, we now enjoy our grandchildren, sailing, boating, travelling and enjoying all the wonders of our current home here in the heart of Point Reyes National Seashore.

Why they chose this property

This property was purchased as a vacation home by my grandparents. They added a second home, Hi House, in 1960. My siblings and I purchased the property from the family(s) in 1974. We rented occasionally to friends, and in 2004 my wife and I began to offer the homes as vacation rentals.

What makes this property unique

Peace, solitude, nature. Surrounded by Tomales Bay State Park and the Point Reyes National Seashore. Property is isolated, yet only minutes from the seashore, bay, hiking, biking, birding, whale watching and dining.

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