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April 29, 2023
Marshall, CA

Patrick & Josephine

Travel & Accommodation

Straus Home Ranch is located in Marshall, California along Tomales Bay and the Point Reyes National Seashore. The region is quiet, rural, and a touch remote. Cell signal in the area is spotty at best - so please plan ahead! Please also note there will be NO Ubers or Lyfts available in this region. There are a number of hotel options for varying budgets in Tomales, about 10 minutes from the venue, and Petaluma, about 25 minutes away from the venue. Shuttles will be available for the ceremony and reception to and from Petaluma (and making additional stops en route, including Tomales). Nearby houses are also available for rent on Airbnb or Vrbo in Dillon Beach (cute beachfront properties 15 mins away). If you would like to use the shuttle service, please sign up via the link below (transportation section). There is limited parking at the venue, so please let us know if you plan on driving yourself.

Flight

SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SFO)

We recommend flying into SFO, which is about a 1.5 hour drive to the venue, and renting a car. If you're planning to stay in Petaluma, you can get a ride on the Airport Express Bus to Petaluma from the airport (link below) if you'd like to avoid renting a car. Just note there's no rideshare apps around the wedding venue and welcome drinks venue.

Flight

OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (OAK)

Flying into OAK and renting a car is another great option. It's approximately 1.5 hours from the venue and it's smaller than SFO, plus less traffic! If you're planning to stay in Petaluma, you can get a ride on the Airport Express Bus to Petaluma from the airport (link below) if you'd like to avoid renting a car, just note there's no rideshare apps around the wedding venue and welcome drinks venue.

Travel Note

TRANSPORTATION

Rideshare apps won't be an option for getting around, so we're planning to arrange a shuttle between the venue and Petaluma. If you plan on driving, carpooling is encouraged as parking at the venue is limited. Highway 1 is notoriously windy, so if you plan on drinking, please do not plan on driving and instead take the shuttle service. Please sign up for/request the shuttle service by clicking on the link below and filling out the spreadsheet with your information.

Hotel

WILLIAM TELL HOUSE

26955 California 1
Tomales, CA 94971
 (707) 879-2002

Under 10 minute drive away from the venue. A refurbished inn with the oldest bar in Marin County and a coastal cuisine restaurant.

Hotel

CONTINENTAL INN (TOMALES HOTEL)

26985 California 1
Tomales, CA 94971
 (707) 878-2396

Under 10 minute drive away from the venue. An 1850s Victorian hotel near Dillon Beach. It goes by two names, don't ask us why.

Hotel

HOTEL PETALUMA

205 Kentucky Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
 (707) 241-9136

The Historic Hotel Petaluma sits in the heart of downtown Petaluma, 19 miles from Straus Home Ranch. Hotel Petaluma provides easy access to wine country, shops, bars, a vast array of restaurants, and art galleries.

Hotel

HAMPTON INN PETALUMA

450 Jefferson Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
 (707) 397-0000

Newly renovated hotel in the historic Petaluma Silk Mill, originally built in 1892. The Hampton Inn is near downtown Petaluma.

Hotel

SHERATON SONOMA WINE COUNTRY PETALUMA

745 Baywood Drive
Petaluma, CA 94954
 (707) 283-2888

A stylish hotel in Petaluma with redesigned rooms and suites as well as onsite dining.

Hotel

BEST WESTERN PETALUMA INN

200 South McDowell Boulevard
Petaluma, CA 94954
 (707) 763-0994

The Best Western in Petaluma is an inviting, budget-friendly hotel situated just off Highway 101.

House Or Rental

Airbnb / VRBO

There are plenty of great options for those looking to do their own thing, especially around the towns of Tomales and Dillon Beach. You'll find ocean front properties with hot tubs and views, if you're looking to make a little vacation out of it. Reach out to us if you have any questions.

House Or Rental

ONSITE CAMPING

Straus will allow up to 3 tents on the property. Let us know if you're interested.