History
Opened on the 4th of July in 1876 as a gathering place for loggers, ranchers, and farmers who frequented the Olema Valley, the Olema Inn was once a part of a 9,000 acre rancho that was granted to Raphael Garcia by the Mexican government. Garcia's son, Felix, ultimately lost the Inn in a gambling debt to John Nelson, who operated the stagecoach line to San Raphael. Three generations of Nelsons ran the Inn, which was one of the few buildings in the area to survive the infamous 1906 earthquake.
The building was then restored to its original beauty in 1998 when its past owners, Dana and Jennifer Sulprizio purchased it. They opened The Olema Inn & Restaurant in 1999. Their remodeling efforts included installing a 100-year-old pine floor, salvaged from a 19th century tobacco warehouse in Virginia. The floor sets the stage for a memorable dining and lodging experience, in the middle of a storied northern California landmark.
Current owners John and Carole Wiltshire took over The Olema Inn & Restaurtant in May 2007. During the start of the following year, the restaurant's kitchen went through a complete remodeling.
Promotions & Events
Free Wine Tasting & $50 Restaurant Credit
Stay with us for two nights and receive a complimentary wine tasting for two upon arrival and a $50 dining credit at our restaurant. Not good on these dates: Dec 16-Jan 1, Feb 14, Feb 17-20.
The Return of Monday Locals Night
We'll be featuring a three course, family style dinner with product sourced from the Point Reyes Station Farmer’s Market. $30/person $36 with wine. Every Monday night this Summer & Fall. Live music from local musicians.
