History
Dona purchased this historic home from the original Italian family who built it in 1912. After raising her family here, she renovated and opened the doors to guests as a small, woman-owned business starting in 1997. Naming the lodging Abalone Inn was to honor Louie the builder who was inspired to create abalone towers all around the grounds. Many of the shells decorating the property were pried off the rocks on Pierce Point at the north end of the Point Reyes peninsula. True to her dedication to sustainability and re-use, Dona has used these same abalone shells in further decorating eco-friendly retreat.
Specialties
Nestled between San Francisco and the Wine Country on a hillside overlooking Point Reyes Wetlands, pastures, and Black Mountain, the locally-owned Abalone Inn welcomes you with hospitality and old-fashioned ambiance. Unlike a corporate hotel, the restored Victorian has three unique guestrooms and a congenial atmosphere. A perfect lodging retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and those who appreciate efforts toward living in a more green and sustainable manner. In partnership with the Point Reyes National Seashore and Point Reyes Cheap Sleeps, the Inn's proprietors are the coordinators of Sustainable West Marin and are working toward a simpler, eco-friendly lifestyle. We are conveniently located in the village of Inverness Park, half a block from dining, groceries and picnic supplies. Minutes from the redwoods and beaches of the Point Reyes National Seashore and just two miles from Park Headquarters. Abundant outdoor activities await you: beach walks, kayaking, bicycling, hiking, birding, and horseback riding. We offer off-season and extended-stay discounts. To best accommodate your busy vacation, our Bed and Breakfast serves breakfast baskets for you to enjoy at your leisure, either on the grounds or on your outing. Use of the hot tub, Wi-Fi and parking are also included. Your stay at Abalone Inn gives us an opportunity to share with you one the Bay Area's best kept secrets. We hope that you will join us.