◈ Homepage — http://www.applegardencottage.com/Skip to content Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact AppleGarden Farm & Cottage ~ Tomales, California Welcome to AppleGarden Farm & Cottage, located in the West Marin town of Tomales. Just off of Highway 1 between the Point Reyes National Seashore and the Sonoma Wine Country. The Farm & Cottage is a peaceful respite from the hurry and stress of daily living. Come enjoy a slower pace, the sights and sounds of nature, and the joy of rediscovering the things that matter most in life.    AppleGarden Cottage is a bed and breakfast just outside the historic town of Tomales and is located on a working farm and cidery. Indulge in an organic home-made breakfast from products produced locally and our own hard cider from the farm orchard. Stay at AppleGarden Cottage AppleGarden Cottage features a separate bedroom with a king-size bed with pillow top, luxury linens, and plush robes. More about AppleGarden Cottage A delightfully quiet rural getaway! We loved this place. We stayed there for 4 days just before Christmas and it was wonderful. Living in the city, we wanted some quiet time in the countryside. We came away rested and restored. – William, San Francisco The cottage is lovely with lots of high-end finishes, an out-of-this-world breakfast delivered fresh each morning, and the feeling of being very far away from the congestion of the city, even though it’s only about an hour north of San Francisco. – Ms. Quilt, Mountain View A wonderful, magical place to stay for a weekend (or longer!). Walking into a warm, cozy cottage on a cold night was a treat, as was the complementary apple cider from the orchard. Wandering the orchard the next day, picking an apple or two, and saying hello to Jan, her husband, and their pup, was wonderful. An intimate, joyful getaway location. – Michael, San Francisco We have stopped counting how many times we have been at Jan and Lou’s Apple Garden Cottage. It is our happy place and even just thinking about it fills us with pleasure. – Wang Family, Honolulu We grow apples, raise hens, and make AppleGarden Hard Cider ~ for sale in restaurants, shops and farmers markets. Visit AppleGarden Farm Spring into Summer ~ AppleGarden Farm & Scenes from Tomales CA CONTACT US APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com QUICK LINKS About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Go to Top ◈ Interior Pages — 7 pages crawledApplegarden Farm & Cottage Reviews | Guest Recommendations Skip to content Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Reviews innlight 2020-12-23T05:20:27+00:00 AppleGarden Cottage & Farm Reviews Enjoy this variety of reviews collected from Yelp, Airbnb, TripAdvisor and our own “Thank You” letters. I liked my previous two night visit so much that I booked a 4 night stay this time to allow for more hiking, exploring, and sitting by the cozy gas fire place. Jan’s breakfast was even better than I remember it. The bed is still one of the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in. Everything again was sparkling clean to COVID cleaning standards. The cottage is truly a beautifully designed and comfy getaway with caring hosts. There is a reason its a 5-stars and AirBnB+. See my August review for more details. Laura What a lovely place! Well located, thoughtful details, delicious food and super comfortable. Jan and Lou have created such a safe and friendly getaway and we are grateful for the R&R it provided. We’ll definitely be back for more cider and another stay! Jason Our stay was absolutely wonderful. From the cosy cottage to the delicious breakfast, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place to spend a weekend. Jan and Lou are the best hosts — they were always easy to reach and so caring! We felt like we were at home. We will definitely be back in the future! Lindsey I cannot begin to describe the delights of the Apple Garden Cottage. As the only guests on the property, we had ultimate privacy and quiet. The amenities were superb, ranging from the fresh organic breakfast baskets which magically appeared on our porch each morning to the extremely comfortable bed, to the location so close to Rte. 1, to the automatic fan in the bathroom. However, what REALLY makes this place so special is the innkeeper, Jan Lee. She went out of her way to be available yet was in no way anything close to intrusive and was quite friendly, forthcoming, and a great conversationalist. She is the crowning jewel on the magical place called the Apple Garden Cottage and I highly recommend it without ANY reservations..in fact don’t make any reservations so my wife and I can have the place all to ourselves. LOL! Samuel R. San Francisco, CA We loved this place. We stayed there for 4 days just before Christmas and it was wonderful. Living in the city, we wanted some quiet time in the countryside. We came away rested and restored. It was a delight to have the freshly-made morning meals dropped off for us to deal with at our own pace. The store in Tomales, which is a pleasant walk from the cottage, provided us snacks and lunches. And there are a lot of options for dinner nearby. Our favorite was the Bodega Casino (which is neither a bodega or a casino, but a bar), where in the evenings they have pop-ups with amazing local chefs. I also really appreciated Jan giving us a tour of their farm and teaching us about the business of it. We were really impressed with their industry and acumen. We’ll definitely be back! William P. San Francisco, CA A wonderful and relaxing weekend at the Apple Garden Cottage! A beautiful property with privacy galore. Located in Tomales and away from the busier locations with accommodations. Because we were here on a holiday weekend, the region was busy with visitors, but we always were able to retreat back to the Cottage for much needed time for relaxing and recharging. Jan’s morning breakfast meals were amazing! We also loved that the Cottage had a full-function kitchen. We were able to bring some oysters back from one of the local farms and steamed them up at the Cottage. Can’t wait for our next visit so we can visit more local farms and creameries in the area. Bringing home hard cider from the Apple Garden Farm is a MUST! Likeke L. Kailua, HI Amazing experience! We went for my 35th birthday and absolutely adored the care and special touches Jan had for our stay. We had fresh baked goods, local cream and eggs served each morning in a beautiful basket waiting outside our door. Jam made sure all our needs were met and we loved relaxing in the beautiful area that is tomales bay! Will definitely be back. If you are looking for a special getaway or well-deserved R&R, this is it! Audrey C. San Francisco, CA Everything in this cottage appears to be brand new construction! Jan & her husband have done an excellent job with the entire place! She is very hospitable, and all the food is local, from the home made granola to the fresh eggs from their chickens & fresh picked strawberries from their garden! The list goes on…while eating breakfast we were able to see a doe & her 3 fawns out in the field grazing along with the cattle here on the property! Very close to Dillon Beach, & the cafe there is a great view for lunch! Nicks Cove for Dinner was an excellent choice for dinner and a very picturesque view of Tomales bay (make a reservation & request a window seat if party of 2) downtown Petaluma is also a short drive away for excellent restaurants & antique shopping/browsing. We had a great weekend and would recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing weekend get away! Sherman C. Brentwood, CA We spent two wonderful days and nights here. The cottage is immaculate, beautifully decorated, and extremely comfortable. Jan makes you feel right at home, and her breakfasts are incredible and very filling! I would love to have her scones every morning. The town of Tomales is tiny and lovely, with many beautiful, old homes. We enjoyed walking through the two historic cemeteries, and especially treasured the country scenery and sounds. You won’t be disappointed in the cottage if you’re looking for a romantic weekend, or want to venture out for hiking, biking, or boating. We will definitely be back! Kathy D. San Jose, CA Contact Us APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com Quick Links About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Page load link Go to Top Applegarden Farm & Cottage Gallery | Point Reyes Seashore Lodging Skip to content Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Gallery innlight 2020-12-23T07:43:18+00:00 AppleGarden Farm & Cottage Gallery For your enjoyment, we have assembled a set of photos from the farm, cottage and cider making. Click each image to expand and scroll through. 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Edit or [...] By innlight | 2020-11-13T22:56:31+00:00 November 13, 2020 | Uncategorized | 1 Comment Read More Contact Us APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com Quick Links About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Page load link Go to Top Applegarden Cottage B&B near Point Reyes and Tomales Bay | Farm Stay Skip to content Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Cottage innlight 2021-12-18T22:22:07+00:00 AppleGarden Cottage Availability & Reservations AppleGarden bed-and-breakfast is a cozy cottage just outside the historic town of Tomales and is located on a working farm and cidery. Surrounded by an organic apple orchard and vegetable gardens, we’re about an hour’s drive from San Francisco. From here, you can explore Dillon Beach and Tomales Bay, both a few minutes away. The area is known for bicycling and many guests take advantage of the roads in the beautiful countryside. This is the perfect place for a romantic vacation or a quick week-end getaway! A bottle of the farm’s signature hard cider will welcome you on your arrival. The inside of the cottage features a living room with fireplace and a compact kitchen with dining area. The kitchen includes a microwave and refrigerator for guest use. A deck with a table and chairs invites early morning views of the vegetable garden and orchards and you’ll enjoy the sounds of nature from the multitude of bird songs to the sound of cattle on the area ranches. Amenities include: Free WiFi Telephone with free local calls Satellite TV with premium channels EVCS (electric vehicle charging station) The separate bedroom has a king-size bed with pillow top, luxury linens, and plush robes. The bathroom includes a tiled shower and heated floors. Many guests enjoy the sound of the owls at night, along with night-birds and coyotes calling, but with double-paned windows and doors, you can easily close off the sounds of the wild and sleep in blissful silence. The cottage is complete with an extensive collection of novels, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi and a land-line telephone for free calls (cell-phone reception is erratic at the coast). If there’s anything you need, we are always onsite to help you plan your excursions and answer any question, as well a give you tours of the farm. We want you to feel so much at home you’ll never want to leave! Photo Gallery Enjoy this gallery of images from the Cottage.  Click each image to enlarge and scroll through. Rates $275-$350 + tax, based on double occupancy Policies Maximum occupancy: two (2) persons of any age. Check-in 4:00 pm; Check-out 11:00 a.m. 15% Marin occupancy tax will be added. The cottage and farm are an adult environment and not suited to children of any age. No pets are allowed. No smoking of any kind on premises. Payment & Cancellation Policy Your credit card will be charged for payment for the first night on confirmation of booking; any balance will be automatically charged one (1) week before the day of your arrival. If your cancellation is received 7 days prior to arrival, your deposit is returned less a $25.00 handling fee. If you cancel less than 7 days before and we are unable to re-book your reservation, you will receive a credit for a midweek stay Sunday through Thursday (Holiday weeks excluded), for one calendar year from your cancellation. These credits are transferable to family members or friends and are good for a year after the original reservation. Availability & Reservations Contact Us APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com Quick Links About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Page load link Go to Top AppleGarden Farm & Cottage | Tomales Lodging | Pt Reyes B&B Inn Skip to content Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Welcome innlight 2022-06-08T04:57:34+00:00 AppleGarden Farm & Cottage ~ Tomales, California Welcome to AppleGarden Farm & Cottage, located in the West Marin town of Tomales. Just off of Highway 1 between the Point Reyes National Seashore and the Sonoma Wine Country. The Farm & Cottage is a peaceful respite from the hurry and stress of daily living. Come enjoy a slower pace, the sights and sounds of nature, and the joy of rediscovering the things that matter most in life.    AppleGarden Cottage is a bed and breakfast just outside the historic town of Tomales and is located on a working farm and cidery. Indulge in an organic home-made breakfast from products produced locally and our own hard cider from the farm orchard. Stay at AppleGarden Cottage AppleGarden Cottage features a separate bedroom with a king-size bed with pillow top, luxury linens, and plush robes. More about AppleGarden Cottage A delightfully quiet rural getaway! We loved this place. We stayed there for 4 days just before Christmas and it was wonderful. Living in the city, we wanted some quiet time in the countryside. We came away rested and restored. – William, San Francisco The cottage is lovely with lots of high-end finishes, an out-of-this-world breakfast delivered fresh each morning, and the feeling of being very far away from the congestion of the city, even though it’s only about an hour north of San Francisco. – Ms. Quilt, Mountain View A wonderful, magical place to stay for a weekend (or longer!). Walking into a warm, cozy cottage on a cold night was a treat, as was the complementary apple cider from the orchard. Wandering the orchard the next day, picking an apple or two, and saying hello to Jan, her husband, and their pup, was wonderful. An intimate, joyful getaway location. – Michael, San Francisco We have stopped counting how many times we have been at Jan and Lou’s Apple Garden Cottage. It is our happy place and even just thinking about it fills us with pleasure. – Wang Family, Honolulu We grow apples, raise hens, and make AppleGarden Hard Cider ~ for sale in restaurants, shops and farmers markets. Visit AppleGarden Farm Spring into Summer ~ AppleGarden Farm & Scenes from Tomales CA Contact Us APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com Quick Links About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Page load link Go to Top AppleGarden Farm & Cider | Tomales Cidery | Hand-crafted Hard Cider Skip to content Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider innlight 2025-02-07T07:27:24+00:00 AppleGarden Farm & Cider The Story of AppleGarden Farm & Cider We purchased our farm as bare ground in the late fall of 2007 from the old Cerini estate close to the historic town of Tomales, in Northern California.  With extremely limited water availability, we decided to plant semi-dwarf trees that would utilize a drip irrigation system in the early years while getting established, and then convert to “dry-farming” as the trees matured.   We started with several mid-season varieties with a few early sweet apples. Coupled with several crab-apple varieties, this would create the blend of bittersweet that we were hoping to end up with. Our trees are of the venerable cider-types: Kingston Black, Ashmead’s Kernel, Calville Blanc, Golden Russet, Roxbury Russet, Nehou, Stayman Winesap, Tremlett’s Bitter, Hauer Pippen, Foxwhelp, and Campfield. We also planted Transcendant Crab, Wickson Crab, and Red Vein Russian Crab along the driveway leading to our orchard. Committed to organic farming, our farm is certified by Marin Organic Certified Agriculture (MOCA). We field-mix our apples after picking, pressing as they ripen with no particular variety in each batch. We also wanted to have a complete hands-on operation: we would not only grow and hand-pick all the apples, we’d also take care of all the other operations that go with cider making – sort, wash, grind, and press. After picking the apples as they ripen, we store them at a controlled temperature for a couple of weeks so they completely develop all the inherent sugars. We then wash, sort, and press, putting the juice into 30-gallon drums to ferment. Using all-natural yeast, we watch the fermentation closely and when it’s finished, rack into another stainless-steel drum to mature. When we decide the cider is ready after a few months, bottling and labeling is done by hand so that each bottle is the perfect result of months of loving care. We hope you enjoy this delicious cider! Where to Purchase Our cider is also sold exclusively at the following fine local restaurants and delis: The Marshall Store & Oyster Bar (Marshall) Route One Bakery (Tomales) Palace Market  (Point Reyes Station) West Marin Culture Shop (Point Reyes Station) Marin French Cheese Factory  (Red Hill Road, Petaluma) Tomales General Store Oliver’s Market (Cotati) Contact Us APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com Quick Links About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Page load link Go to Top Contact AppleGarden Farm & Cottage | Tomales California Map Directions Skip to content Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Search for: Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Farm & Cider Cottage Reservations Gallery Reviews Map & Contact Map & Contact innlight 2022-05-14T04:52:20+00:00 AppleGarden Farm & Cottage ~  Map & Contact Thanks for your interest in AppleGarden Farm & Cottage. Please find our contact information below along with a map to help you find your way! APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 Send an email: [email protected] Visit us on the web: https://applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com The cottage is spacious and comfortable. We chose to make dinner rather than head out, and we found all we needed to do so right there in the well-stocked kitchen. The cottage is very nice, super clean with very thoughtful details. The farm is quiet and nice to ramble around. We walked to town too which was lovely. Jan made us delicious treats even with us being picky vegans and the hospitality was gracious. AppleGarden Cottage is an absolute gem! The cottage is beautifully decorated and has amenities you don’t find in most hotels. The heated bathroom floor, thermostat controlled fireplace, all enhance the peaceful and serene views from the deck over looking the hills. The breakfast is amazing! This is a great little retreat. You can just enjoy the perfect breakfasts that are left discretely on your doorstep every morning, check out Fort Ross for some local history, and generally tune out for a couple of days in a beautiful setting. Contact Us APPLEGARDEN FARM & COTTAGE 3875 Tomales-Petaluma Road Tomales, CA 94971 [email protected] https://www.applegardencottage.com https://applegardenfarm.com Quick Links About the Farm About the Cottage AppleGarden Cottage Availability Order Gift Certificates Copyright 2025 | elegant website design & photography: innlight marketing Page load link Go to Top