Nick's Cove

23240 Highway 1, Marshall, CA 94940
Marshall, California
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Local Phone: (415) 663-1033

Nick's Cove is one of the last remaining historic settlements catering to the early California tourist trade on the beautiful Tomales Bay coast land. It’s served as a depot for tourism, local fishermen and agricultural operations throughout its history. 

The current owners of Nick's Cove have taken special care to maintain the integrity of its traditional architecture in recognition of the cottages' historical importance. These cabins reflects the coastal vernacular style common to the community, and they have been carefully preserved, while improving their decor to accommodate modern amenities, without damaging their historical qualities.  

 At Nick's Cove, pets are part of the family, and they make sure every visitor – even the four-legged ones – feel right at home.

From healthy dog treats whipped up by their pastry chef to dog towels in their pet-friendly cottages, and a concierge who is always happy to help guide you on pet-friendly walks, Nick's Cove really is a dog friendly home away from home. 

For two-legged visitors all cottage beds are appointed with luxurious cotton linens, plush down comforters and cotton duvets. All but three of their cottages have large soaking tubs and all have one-of-a-kind rainforest showers, heated ceramic tile floors, hair dryer, shaving/make up mirror, organic bath amenities by EO, plush robes, towels and slippers.

Dogs are welcome in the following cottages:

Ruthie's
Al's
Nicolina
Big Rock
Innkeeper's Cottage
Uncle Andy's
Jerry's Cabin
Judy's Cabin

Dog-friendly policies:
Maximum number allowed: 2
Cost per dog: $50 Per Stay
Property amenities: Dog Waste Bags, Restaurant, Breakfast Included, Pet Packages, Special treats

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Salt air, savory seafood, historic character and classic coastal views combine to make Nick's Cove & Cottages a romantic jumping-off point for exploring Tomales Bay and Point Reyes National Seashore. The formerly funky, 1930s-era roadhouse and dilapidated fishermen's cottages were transformed a few years ago into a "rustic chic" hotspot with a celebrity chef in the kitchen and luxury appointments in the cottages, some of which are on the water, some across the road.

Winter rates from $202 offer savings of 30 percent and more off summer tariffs and relief from heavy tourist traffic, as well. Dogs are welcome in eight of the 12 cabins—though not, unfortunately, in the acclaimed restaurant. Pet fee is $50 per stay, which is a dog-friendly gesture to be sure. Nick's is just an hour's drive north of the Golden Gate Bridge—so close, as they say, and yet, in setting and in feel, delightfully far away.

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