Van der Ryn Eco-Refuge: Architecture in Nature

Built in 1972 by renowned ecological architect/ author Sim Van der Ryn, this 3-story, 4,000-square-foot handcrafted house includes 4 suites (each with en-suite full bath), additional informal sleeping areas, a large open kitchen, dining/living room area, a 2nd large living room space with wood stove and office corner, and an exercise room, extensive library about ecological architecture, extensive edible and ornamental gardens (including a healing garden) with over three water features, two patios, full-size bocce ball court, outdoor jacuzzi, trampoline, and much more– all set amidst 5 beautiful landscaped and forested acres near Tomales Bay State Beaches and Point Reyes National Seashore. Overall, a superb home for corporate/family retreats in peaceful, nature-filled surroundings with much to enjoy and do.