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· meet us on the beach ·
Eliza Dawson and Stuart Farris
Limantour Lodge · Point Reyes, California
Kindly reply by July 1.
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A weekend, not just a wedding. Come early, stay late, dress for fog.
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Friday · Sept 18
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3:30pm
Hike, explore, or trail run
Black Mountain Ranch, the reception venue
A loose welcome. Stretch the legs and scout the grounds.
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6:30pm
Beach Bonfire
Limantour Beach
Bring a warm layer; we'll bring snacks, drinks, and the fire.
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Saturday · Sept 19
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8:30am
Coffee ride (optional)
Meet at Limantour Lodge
Strava route below.
A chill ride to Point Reyes Station for coffee and pastries. If you choose not to ride, you can still meet us there at ~9:15am. We'll be at Bovine Bakery or Brickmaiden Breads. They're next door to one another.
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3:00pm
Hors d'oeuvres & oysters
Limantour Lodge
Linger before the ceremony. Champagne, oysters, sun on the lawn.
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5:00pm
Ceremony
Limantour Beach
Coastal formal: long dresses, linen suits, sand-friendly shoes.
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6:30pm
Dinner & reception
Black Mountain Ranch
Same outfit, warmer layer. A short drive from the beach. Carpool if you can.
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Sunday · Sept 20
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9:00am
Latte hour
Limantour Lodge
Pajamas welcome.
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11:00am
Checkout
Hug it out. Drive safe.
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The setting
Point Reyes National Seashore: wind-sculpted dunes, fog that rolls in like clockwork, a few hundred elephant seals doing their own thing.
Where you'll stay
Open the door to see lodging details.
Getting there
Limantour is ~1.5 hours north of San Francisco. The last forty minutes are slow and beautiful. Build in extra time.
Drive
From the city, take 101 → Sir Francis Drake Blvd → Bear Valley Road → Limantour Road. The last stretch is winding and slow. No reliable cell signal once you're in the park, so download offline maps before you leave.
Caltrain + bike
For the adventurous: Caltrain to SF, then ride through Marin.
Swim
Strong currents. A wetsuit is recommended. (don't.)
FAQ
A few things people have asked. If you don't see yours, text us.
Are kids welcome?
We love your kids and we're keeping this one to adults only. Babes-in-arms (under one) are an exception. Let us know on the RSVP and we'll plan accordingly.
What about pets?
The lodge is a working national-park property and pets aren't allowed inside. Sorry, Bandit. Outdoor leashed dogs on Limantour Beach itself are fine for day-of-walks.
What does "coastal formal" mean exactly?
Long dresses, linen or wool suits, anything you'd wear to a nice dinner that won't blow away in 15-knot fog. Sand-friendly shoes for the ceremony; you'll want something else for dinner. No black tie.
Check-in and check-out times?
Lodge: Friday from 4pm, out by Sunday 11am. We can usually accommodate early arrivals; text Stu.
Where do I park?
The lodge has a small lot; please double-up where you can. Day-of ceremony parking is at the beach lot. We'll shuttle anyone who'd rather not drive after dinner.
What should I bring?
A sleeping bag, a warm layer, a swimsuit, and sand-tolerant shoes. The lodge has linens but not bedding. There's a stocked common kitchen all weekend.
What about meals?
Covered: Friday's beach bonfire (snacks & drinks), Saturday's hors d'oeuvres + dinner reception at Black Mountain Ranch, and Sunday morning lattes at the lodge. Lunches: BYO or grab-and-go from Palace Market or Bovine Bakery in Point Reyes Station.
Where can I rent a bike?
Black Mountain Cycles in Point Reyes Station rents gravel and road bikes by the day; reserve ahead. Cycle Analysis in Inverness has hybrids for casual riders. Both are about 15 minutes from the lodge.
Other rules?
No fireworks, no drones, no smoking inside. Quiet hours after 11pm: windows are thin and the wedding party rises early. Be kind to the wildlife; this is their place, we're guests.