Location: Mendocino, North Coast, California, USA (15 Mins south of Mendocino, 3 hrs north of Oakland airport)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Attached Unit, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Enjoy the breathtaking ocean views from this magical home set on a bluff high above the Pacific Ocean. Whether you enjoy the sounds of the sea or the tranquility of the native birds among the pines, this 5 acre property has it all. This home is 15 minutes south from the lovely town of Mendocino, and 20 minutes west of the Anderson Valley vineyards.
Also, Sea Ridge has free wireless internet access via satellite dish for those that want to stay connected while "away from it all"!
There are 3 bedrooms in the "Main" house which sleeps 8. The 3rd (and largest) bedroom is perfect for the kids as it features 2 twin beds, a Queen bed, couch, and a TV with a DVD/VHS playerand an array of movie selections.
The "Guest Suite" can be rented in addition to the main house, and is perfect for the grandparents or couple that want some extra privacy or quiet. It has a Queen bed and full bath, along with a small refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. The Suite has wonderful ocean views.
The Kiva-style fireplace in the living room which is open to the kitchen and dining room, offers a nice gathering area for family and friends. Sea Ridge is the perfect place to relax and unwind while offering a 4-6 person Hot tub with spectacular ocean views. There is outdoor furniture for seating on the deck and outdoor areas.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washer & dryer located in the home, complete with laundry detergent & fabric softener.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Linens are 500 thread count, down and down alternative comforters, variety of pillows. There are also large towels for the hot tub/beach towels.
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: Kiva-style. All firewood and kindling is provided.
- Wood Stove (3) : wood stove heaters
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (3)
- Double Bed: Futon
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed: Movable, for a chld up to 100 lbs.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Dish Network Satellite TV with DVRs
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): TV in large bedroom for DVD/VHS viewing
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Assorted children's and adult's DVD/VHS selection as well as children's games and puzzles
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Second bath tub has whirlpool jet feature.
- Private Hot Tub: Situated on redwood deck overlooking Ocean. No other homes within sight!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stovetop with gas burners, warming oven, standard oven, microwave, toaster oven, icemaker in refrigerator, all cookware for your gourmet meals! Also a griddle, wafflemaker, crock pot, coffee grinder, food chopper, blender, assorted pots, veggie steamer, and wok.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Tea kettle, hand mixer, plastic dishware & utensils for children, Knife set, bowls, foil, plastic wrap, etc
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Weber BBQ with propane tank, rotisserie unit
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone: Fax machine/color printer in the home office area for guest use
- Free Long Distance: Unlimited DOMESTIC (USA) long distance and local calling. A voicemail machine is also in home for your use.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wireless internet access via satellite dish
- Other Amenities
- This 5 acre property sits on a ridgetop high above the Pacific Ocean, with privacy all around. There is plenty of off-street parking on a paved driveway. The home is single story, with many windows to enjoy the beautfiul setting. Each bedroom and the living room/kitchen area has ocean views, and you step out onto the back deck from each of these rooms. The deck has Andirondack furniture to sit and enjoy the local birds, pines, and ocean views. Each bedroom in the Main House has a wood stove heater and there is central heating as well. The large Kiva-style fireplace in the living room provides heat and ambience throughout the home. Pets are welcome upon approval. The home has a pet door to the outside, as well as a fenced area with two outdoor dog houses. The Guest Suite is an optional/additional rental, and can only be rented along with the Main house. This Suite has a separate entrance and offers extra privacy or quiet from the main home. Entry and driveway are paved.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Housebroken, well-behaved pets only please. There is a lawn and fenced in area for pets, but entire property is not completely fenced in. 2 outside dog houses in this fenced in area.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: No one under 25 without adults.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Kayak tours, driftwood beaches, Redwood forest, Skunk Train tours, local Wine tastings in the Anderson Valley, art galleries, local harbors.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
1-4 guests 5-8 guests 9-11 guests(includes"Guest Suite")
$335/night $375/night $465/night
Weekly rate: $2000 - $2900
We accept PAYPAL payment or U.S. check, also add 11% Mendocino bus. tax, and
cleaning fee of $150-$250 depending on number of beds
$400 Security Deposit (fully refundable), $100 Pet Deposit
Holiday rates are higher. Please inquire for a quote.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2006
We have been vacation owners for the past 2 years and enjoy having the rental business. Russ works full-time as an Audit Partner of a major accounting firm in San Diego, while JoAnn manages the daily activities of the rental properties and returned to college. We have a daughter, Danielle who is also in college, 3 dogs, 3 chinchillas, and a home in Del Mar that keeps us busy. Russ was once a commercial fisherman and still spends his free time on the ocean as well as in the ocean in southern Cal, as a free diver, spearing white sea bass and yellowtail.
JoAnn was raised in northern California and loves to return to the Mendocino coast whenever possible. The northern coast allows us to fish for rock cod, salmon, and of course, the wonderful abalone native to this area.
Why the Owner Chose Mendocino
We both love the ocean and beauty of northern California. We usually make an annual trip to go abalone diving or with friends to the wine country. On one of those trips we decided to look at the local real estate as a long term investment/retirement home. After looking at just a few oceanview properties we knew we'd found the perfect home in Sea Ridge. Sea Ridge is nestled in the pines, with no other homes in sight, private and quiet enough to enjoy the wildlife and ocean. Mendocino is just 15 minutes north, and the rapidly growing Anderson Valley wine region is 20 minutes inland. Just a short walk up our road are sheep, emus, deer, wild turkeys, and an occasional bobcat. Having a home in northern California affords the best that the beautiful state of California has to offer.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Sea Ridge has beautiful ocean views from most every room in the home, as well as a park area and grape-stake enclosed organic vegetable garden. Much of the 5 acres is usable, and the paved private driveway is unique. The home is all single-level and feels very spacious, with numerous windows and skylights. There is a kiva fireplace in the main living area, and woodstove heaters in each bedroom for extra coziness. JoAnn has furnished the home with every kitchen tool you may desire, as well as generous bathroom baskets of those items you may have forgotten to bring and each group receives a welcome basket of goodies. All the linens and bedding are high quality 100% cotton, down blankets, comforters, a variety of pillows, and large soft towels. There are toys, DVDs, VHS movies, crafts and games for the kids. The home was previously owned by two local artists who have since moved out of state, and they have left their colorful spirit throughout the home. Guests have often commented how warm and welcoming the house is, "as if our friends just left us the keys".
Property Photos
- Aerial view of home to left of red arrow - Mendocino, California Vacation Rental
- View from home, backyard and hot tub - Mendocino, California Vacation Rental
- Back deck of home and hot tub - Mendocino, California Vacation Rental
- The front view with Guest Suite to the right of the garage
- Partial view of the Living room, kitchen and fireplace area
- 2nd bedroom with wood stove heater & ocean view
- Largest bedroom has twin beds, a Queen bed, sofa, TV/DVD & woodstove heater
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