Vacation Rentals by Owner

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Guest: CJ (Reno, Nevada)
Date of Stay: 05/13/12 Review Submitted: 05/21/12

Our family and two dogs stayed in the Corey House from 5/13/12 to 5/17/12 for some relaxation and a birthday celebration. This home had absolutely everything that one could need in a vacation rental. Actually, above and beyond what you could possibly need. From the games, movies, music, furniture covers (so didn't have to worry about doggies getting on furniture) to kitchen supplies, etc., it's all there. This is an amazingly relaxing home in a beautiful location. Sisters, dogs, all had a great time and can't wait to come back and make it a tradition. Thank you to you both for being willing to share your beautiful vacation home.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Loved it.

Guest: ina (Canton, Oh)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11 Review Submitted: 10/14/11

A clean, comfortable home. Kitchen is well stocked, beds are comfortable. I had no intentions of cooking on my vacation, but we cooked every night. Kitchen is the best stocked I have ever stayed in, and we always rent homes when on vacation. Watching the deer, donkeys and sheep in the evening was so entertaining we didn't want to leave. Fireplace is nice, Hot tub great. Pretty garden out front. Alex (owner) is great to deal with, answered all my questions quickly and gave lots of advice on restaurants. Multiple decks ,comfortable deck furniture. plenty of windows to enjoy the wild life.

Owner response:Ina, thank you for the kind words. You were a pleasure to deal with. Cathy loves to cook, so she stocks the kitchen with everything one might need. If an item gets worn out, she replaces it. In a few years, we have had 4 toasters, 3 coffee makers, 3 sets of pots and pans, and 3 BBQ grills. We designed the kitchen so that it is part of the living and dining areas, with plenty of windows so you can cook and eat while enjoying the ocean, mountains and wildlife. There are many good restaurants along the coast, but it is hard to beat the simple pleasure of enjoying a meal and wine with family or friends in this comfortable home.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A fantastic location and perfectly maintained home - we loved our stay!

Guest: Diane D. (New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11 Review Submitted: 05/03/11

We spent a wonderful weekend in this great house, and regret that we did not stay longer. The web pictures do not really do it justice - as it is well decorated, has a wonderful fully stocked kitchen and is perfectly maintained (with obviously love and care ) and sparkling clean. The views were magnificent and it seemed to be the quietest place on earth. The only issue we had is that operation of the electronics (brand new large screen TV, DVD, CD, Satellite Box, Stereo, ipod connection) was a bit overwhelming. I think there were six remotes! However it did not matter because when we came home from exploring and hiking we headed straight to the hot tub. In summary - this home is a great place for those wanting a quiet weekend away from it all. Having rented many VRBO homes, we would consider this a winner!

Owner response:Diane and Mel, thank you very much for taking the time to write such a positive review. It makes us very happy to know that our guests have had a wonderful stay. I apologize for the problem with the remotes. A few days before your stay, our TV provider installed a new HD satellite and box. We have updated our instructions for future guests. We welcome your return!

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Peaceful place away from the daily stress!

Guest: Stephanie & Nalyne (Fremont, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/06/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

A lot of deer all around the house was a lot of fun and excitement for our 2 Belgium Shepherds. The walk on the beach was great and just minutes away. Thanks for sharing your wonderful home. Stephanie & Nalyne & Sasha & Ginger

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7th Visit

Guest: Bruce and Susan (Cloverdale, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

Packing up to leave—had a wonderful stay. The Corey House is our favorite here on the coast! Can’t ask for nicer accommodations or hosts. Will be back in June to celebrate our anniversary! Bruce & Susan We highly recommend the Phoenix Restaurant in Pt. Arena. We have been there twice now & have had excellent meals/service/prices.

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As always, the house was perfect....

Guest: Katie, Kath and Joy (Sacramento)
Date of Stay: 03/29/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

The three of us & our puppy dogs came through rain & detours from Sacto to get here & it was totally worth it! As always, the house was perfect when we arrived. We really appreciate all of your thoughtfulness with the amenities. All that is required from us is to settle in & start relaxing! A bonus: it was Joy’s birthday too! The weather was beautiful except for one very foggy day & evening. We hate to leave but the next visitors are on their way, so on we must go…?. But…we’ll be back! ? Love & Thanks, Katie, Kath & Joy Scarlett, Bella & Drea P.S. The Chowder House Grill in Pt. Arena: ****

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We look forward to coming back again.

Guest: Seth, Sarah & Ahmory (Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/27/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

Thanks so much for opening up your beautiful house to us! Lots of rain but we enjoyed relaxing in the house & did sneak out in between rain storms. We look forward to coming back again.

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Wonderful and Breathtaking

Guest: Larry and Julie
Date of Stay: 03/18/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

We had a wonderful time. Though there was a 70% chance of rain, we had beautiful sunshine. Home was great. Everything was lovely. Wish we could have stayed longer. The view, ocean and mountains were breathtaking. Thank you for offering your home to us. Larry & Julie Sherwood, WI

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The House Was Perfect

Guest: Mike and Neosha and Mike's parents
Date of Stay: 03/16/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

What a pleasure to vacation in your home. The house was perfect for our needs with our parents and us. We loved the neatness and soothing touches! We had one beautiful day to play on the beach which the boys loved. Who can't say enough about the donkeys? They are well fed. The neighbors are friendly; Joe & June say “hello.” Thank you for sharing your home with us. We look forward to another stay. Mike and Neosha, Chico, CA; Mike's parents, Brentwood, CA The Dunkley Families Brentwood & Chico, CA

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A Unique and Wonderful Space

Guest: Faye, Jessie, Lisa and Travis
Date of Stay: 03/11/11 Review Submitted: 11/23/11

Thank you so much for providing such a comfortable, cozy, impeccable space to share with friends for a long weekend. As we had hoped for, we woke up to a beautiful sunny day with blue skies and crisp spring breeze. What we hadn’t anticipated was the news of the tragic quake & tsunami warnings and beach closures here locally. What a different experience for those of us born and raised in the interior mountains to have to consider! But we reveled in it, were able to meander down to the vista point just down the road during the early morning hours and watch the ocean with a cautious eye, from a safe height, among a handful of friendly locals & mugs of hot coffee. In the end the tsunami warning was lifted and—alas—the beach was ours for the wandering. From this amazing location there is quick access to so many breathtaking places, all of them just empty enough to feel secluded and private. And needless to say, the house itself is a gem, everything here felt so intuitive—when it comes to creature comforts, and then some, we constantly found ourselves saying, “They have thought of everything.” We hope to come again some time soon and enjoy such a unique & wonderful space. You have done a terrific job!! Thank-you, Thank-you, Thank-you, Faye, Jessie, Lisa, Travis & sandy dog Spokane, Washington

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Guest: Jeff, Catherine, Sean & Amy
Date of Stay: 03/06/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here in Irish Beach. It was so wonderful to see so much life walking all around us, the donkeys, deer, and many more. Our first visit to Irish Beach, we saw a seal on land! The warm fire was so cozy every night, and so was the hot tub. Thank you for the nice place to stay, it was very relaxing. Thanksgiving, Jeff, Catherine, Sean & Amy

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Guest: Matt, Christy, Tabitha & Samantha
Date of Stay: 02/28/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Sincerely enjoyed your home. Thought we would get stormed in but no such luck. Visited a few beaches, shopped, and barbequed filets and prawns all weekend. Got much use of the hot tub and fed the donkeys twice. What a wonderful location--quiet and relaxing. I think the kids watched one movie all the rest of the time. Music! The kids thoroughly enjoyed. Though next time we might come up by ourselves. Thank again, Matt & Christy, Tabitha & Samantha

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Guest: Ingrid & Scott
Date of Stay: 02/19/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to guests. You have an amazing spot on the Mendocino coast. We felt very much at home here. You provided a place with great energy to relax and recharge our batteries. We had 70’s and sunshine & BBQ’d, sat on the various decks to enjoy the vistas, took many pictures & fed the donkeys. We also had the hail, winds & big waves to bundle up and watch movies & listen to music, reading and napping. We used your hot tub every day, even in the pouring rain. We hiked from the house to Irish Beach & Pomo Lake. Bella chased deer & realized after a couple of days that it was fruitless. We cooked several meals using your awesome kitchen. Our favorite place to eat was the Pizza & Cream on the Pier & we even saw “Al”! My husband Scott watched all the Daytona 500 trials & finished reading my book from the trilogy by Stieg Larsson, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. We’re heading north today & tomorrow we will return to Folsom. We are already thinking about our next visit to the Corey House. Thank you, Ingrid, Scott & Bella

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Guest: Lonnie & Arnie
Date of Stay: 02/07/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Thanks for a relaxing weekend. We enjoyed crystal clear days and nights. Lonnie has never seen such bright stars in her lifetime. We enjoyed watching the Super Bowl at the Chowder House with the locals, and watched the sunset from the dining room. First time at the house without Jacob, and it was tough to relax at first, but your lovely home made it easy. Love and thanks, Lonnie & Arnie

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Guest: Bruce, Susan and Joanne
Date of Stay: 01/30/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

It was a year ago that we made our first visit to the Corey House. We are packing to leave from our 6th visit since then. Love it here and hate to leave. Our favorite things about the Corey House Part 2 (continued from our October 2010 visit): 1. Always knowing the house will be immaculate & well stocked when we arrive. 2. Sitting in the hot tub at night and looking up at the bright stars. 3. How the house makes any kind of weather wonderful. 4. How friendly everyone here is when we go for long walks. Thank you again Cathy & Alex! We’ll be back soon for stay #7! Bruce & Susan, Cloverdale, CA, and Joanne, Glover, VT

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Guest: Melissa & Sarah
Date of Stay: 01/17/11 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Once again we had an amazing long weekend!! We love this place! You have done it up just right…cozy, clean, quiet view, etc. We will definitely be back again!! Thank you, Melissa & Sarah

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Guest: John and Diane & family
Date of Stay: 12/29/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

This is definitely our favorite place to come back to. We appreciate all you provide, even some cranberry sauce for the turkey dinner. We had 2 days of sun, & then there was lots of rain, but we were warm and cozy just being here. 5 donkeys came to serenade us & eat the apples we brought for them, & wildlife was everywhere. We still found breaks in the weather to walk a lot on Irish Beach. Our pictures are amazing that we took, & your house is the most comfortable one at Irish Beach and we have stayed at many others. Thank you for being so generous. We are sad to leave here. John and Diane & family, & Roxie Corning, Calif.

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Guest: Mark, Heather & Massimo
Date of Stay: 12/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

What a great little break we had in the middle of the business of Christmas. So much fun to bring Massimo! The great room provided a very safe place for him to explore! It’s usually challenging traveling with the baby, but the cleanliness and organization of your home made it easy, fun & relaxing! (Your closet in the master made an excellent bedroom for Max!) The weather didn’t cooperate too well, but we were still able to accomplish what we came here to do: relax, be together, play games, stay in our pajamas all day, enjoy the beautiful views & even take a couple of soaks in the hot tub! Thanks again for thinking of everything so we didn’t have to! P.S. Massimo loved all the teeny, tiny bowls for him—especially the fish ones! He apologizes for the smudges on the windows. Mark, Heather & Massimo Petaluma, CA

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Guest: Lori, Jerry, Josh, Jeanette and Joshua
Date of Stay: 11/28/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

This is our first visit during this time of year. It also is our first visit with our dog Tuck. Tuck has been loving the beach; he has never been to a beach. Jeanette and I love to cook together and enjoyed your kitchen. Kids surprised Jerry and I with breakfast one morning—it was nice having the three of them preparing the meal. Thanksgiving day was wonderful and relaxing without drama. We look forward to our next visit at your beautiful home. Lori, Jerry, Josh, Jeanette and Joshua

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Guest: Benita & Tim
Date of Stay: 11/24/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

After almost one year of intense non-stop work in Silicon Valley (a start-up company going full guns!) I stopped and took a very deep breath and, as fortune would have it, found myself at your lovely homestead. We marveled at everything! How lovely were the surroundings…how well appointed and organized was this amazing abode! We weren’t disappointed in terms of wildlife either. Met the donkeys—who were extremely curious and adorable—saw deer and buck—gorgeous hawks and other birds. Lots of crazy weather—but the sun did, ultimately, shine and the air was sweet and clean. I will be back (promised myself!). It was a perfect antidote to Silicon Valley! Cheers, Benita, Tim & Gracie the doggie who loved it too!!

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Guest: Linda, Jody, Kay & Nancy
Date of Stay: 11/05/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Your lovely home provided a perfect setting for our annual girls’ get-together. We delighted in the coming & going of the fog, the sun, a walk on Irish Beach & exploring the galleries & shops from Mendocino to Gualala. You have thought of every detail to make our stay comfortable! (Orinda) Linda & friends— (Burlingame) Jody, Kay (N. Carolina) & Nancy (So Cal.)

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Guest: Monty & Rhonda
Date of Stay: 11/01/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Such a lovely peaceful place by the ocean! But, then again, the ocean is always peaceful! Your home is so nice and clean and well maintained. We enjoyed every minute—rain, sun, not much wind. Beautiful clouds and birds in the yards. Thanks for sharing it with us! Monty & Rhonda Tracy, CA P.S. Monty loves the fully stocked gourmet kitchen!

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Guest: Louise & Kay
Date of Stay: 10/27/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

A well loved house that became our home. Louise & Kay New Hope, PA

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Guest: Bruce & Susan
Date of Stay: 10/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Our 4th stay here! Blissful as always! Our favorite things about the Corey house – Part 1: 1. All the windows and natural light. 2. The fireplace. 3. Comfy sofas. 4. Laying on the sofas enjoying the fireplace! 5. Enormous bed! 6. Double shower. 7. 5 donkeys that came to visit. 8. The herd of 6 deer that came to visit! 9. The hot tub! 10. Gorgeous kitchen to prepare meals in. 11. Wonderful peace and solitude! To be continued on trip #5. Thank you! Thank you! Bruce & Susan Cloverdale, CA

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Guest: Jeanne, Michael, Scott & Luke
Date of Stay: 10/15/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Accommodations were lovely—perfect for birthday get together! Jeanne, Michael, Scott and Luke

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Guest: Pia, ,Melissa, Amanda & Danny
Date of Stay: 10/13/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Your place is beautiful. And we enjoyed every moment of our stay. We all made some wonderful memories. The views are amazing. Thank you so much for creating a home like this and sharing it with us. We are looking forward to our next stay. I can’t say how much we loved it here. I would not change a thing. We are all relaxed and ready for reality again. Thanks again, Pia, Melissa, Amanda & Danny Sacramento, CA

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Guest: Susan
Date of Stay: 10/11/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

We came back again, much sooner than we expected—looking for relaxation and healing. Definitely the place to come. Thank you again Cathy & Alex – we love it here! Sincerely, Susan Cloverdale, CA

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Guest: Bill & Judy, Al & Charlene
Date of Stay: 10/09/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

What a beautiful place you have here. We two couples were so comfortable. We watched donkeys, sheep and deer frolic in the meadow. We found the donkeys even like celery. We were here for wine tasting but we didn’t mind the drive because your place is so nice. We went on the skunk train out of Fort Bragg and that was really a treat. We also had brunch/lunch at Saint Orres in Gualala on Sunday. A real treat! Such a nice week! Bill & Judy Al & Charlene The Villages, FL

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Guest: Sylvia & Jim, Nancy & Bob
Date of Stay: 10/02/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Another great week at the Corey house—incredible weather! We did our usual relaxing, reading, knitting, walks, treks into Ft. Bragg and Mendocino, Pt. Arena, etc. Brother-in-law Bob brought his portable piano and entertained us with his beautiful playing. Good recommendations for lunch and for dinner: Flints in FB, Mendo Café and Mendocino Hotel in Mendocino, The Chowder House in Pt. Arena and The Griffin House (Dolan’s Pub) in Elk. As always, we also cooked several meals in your well stocked kitchen. No house we’ve ever stayed in has been so equipped! Thank you so much for sharing your home. Sylvia and Jim Nancy and Bob Sacramento, CA

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Guest: Sue & John
Date of Stay: 09/23/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

We had such a wonderful stay! Our first time to Mendocino – but surely not our last. Your home is beautiful and tranquil. Our dogs had a blast! They love the beach. Thank you for everything, Sue & John Los Angeles, CA

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A slice of heaven here on earth!!

Guest: Angela G. (Folsom, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/05/10 Review Submitted: 10/06/10

I stayed at the Corey house the first week of Sept. 2010. It was one of the best vacations I have had. After working so much over the past two years, this was the perfect respite to just sit and relax! I literally just sat on the back patio, had some wine and watched the sun set…I couldn’t have asked for more! I also had my dog with me who enjoyed the walks on the nearby Irish Beach and in the neighborhood. Being able to sit in bed and see the ocean in the morning when waking was the greatest. Alex is wonderful to work with and very attentive before I left for the house…making sure all my questions were answered and that I had all I needed with regards to the house for the week. The property is very clean and extremely well maintained. Thank you Corey’s for a wonderful experience!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Bruce & Susan
Date of Stay: 08/29/10 Review Submitted: 03/16/11

Our 3rd stay here since January. What can I say—we love it here! Will be back again in October for a longer stay. Taking a little bit of the peace and serenity we found here home with us. Susan & Bruce Cloverdale, CA

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Guest: The Derians
Date of Stay: 08/27/10 Review Submitted: 03/15/11

You have a really beautiful house! Thanks for letting us stay at your house. I have seen a lot of nature. The drive up here was worth it. I even have a new pet (donkey) – his name is Mr. Snuggles. (He is the biggest donkey and the one without dots on its face.) We really enjoyed our stay here! We loved the hot tub. Thank you! The Derians, Montrose, California

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Guest: Gene V.
Date of Stay: 08/17/10 Review Submitted: 03/15/11

It has been another relaxing and peaceful stay. Happy to have missed the heat wave back home. Thanks again for creating such a peaceful retreat. Gene V. Lexington, KY

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Guest: Cosman Family
Date of Stay: 08/03/10 Review Submitted: 03/15/11

Had a great time. Enjoyed the peace & quiet and the wildlife: burro herd, “picnicking bambi’s, and Dan & Marilyn and the rest of the quails. Searched for dinosaurs on Irish Beach, a bit of wine in Anderson Valley, 145 steps to the lighthouse! Re-kindled our chess interest—7 yr. old. Nice meal out at the Chowder House. Lovely comfortable house—great zzz’s once it got dark enough for the little guy. Thanks for sharing your coastal retreat. Cosman Family Bainbridge Island, WA

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Guest: Nola, Melissa, Kelly, Nick and Nathan
Date of Stay: 07/30/10 Review Submitted: 03/15/11

Cute and comfortable, your house is truly beautiful! Opulent views – from the private beach, we saw gray whales feeding, crashing waves, a little glimmer of sun and tons of giant kelp! Rich scenery, especially plant life. Your garden, the Mendocino Botanical Gardens, varying shades of green all around here and the timeless old barns. Exciting wildlife! Half a dozen donkeys greeted us Wednesday morning and were more than happy when we fed them carrots and lettuce. Yummy food! The carrot ginger soup, fish n’ chips, pizzas, French onion soup, clam chowder, bread pudding and peach cranberry crisp from Bridget Dolan’s Pub were fantastic! Happy, friendly & supportive people - families at the beach, the people in Elk and the people at the Albion gas station and deli who helped us with our cars! Outstanding finds at the glass beach – we found glass of all colors and sizes and tons of porcelain. Underwater creatures, like jellyfish, giant sea kelp & sea stars were all around us as we kayaked around the caves with our tour guide “Davey Jones.” Sand, fog and driftwood and jackrabbits made our beach day a blast! The private beach had loads of driftwood, so we built a house of driftwood and dubbed it the “Love Shack.” Everything about your house and your hints about where to go and what to do made our stay so relaxing and fun! I don’t know what we’ll do without the hot tub and view! Thank you for an incredible house; it really made our vacation perfect! Nola, Melissa, Kelly, Nick and Nathan (Santa Cruz, CA)

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Guest: Sherry, Bill & Tyler (Tallahassee, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/11/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

Our vacation here at your home was perfect! The house is beautiful & all the little extras that you both thought of made our stay very relaxing & it felt like home. We loved the beach & we went horseback riding on the beach one day & had so much fun. We all loved the hot tub & used it every night We visited Mendocino, Ft. Bragg, Pt. Arena…(dinner at the Pizza & Cream was great in Pt. Arena). This was our first trip to the California coast & I hope it won’t be our last. We were not ready to go home! Thank you again for a wonderful home to stay in while visiting this beautiful area! P.S. The weather was absolutely perfect!

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Guest: Katie & Artie, Victoria & Elliot (Merced, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/07/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

Between the serene setting, the fog coming and going, the deer, the donkeys, and the absolute quiet your home was absolutely breathtaking. Thank you so much for thinking of everything. The twins loved the deer and donkeys, and we loved having quality family time. We went to Fort Bragg, Point Arena (lighthouse and town), Manchester Beach and Irish Beach. We’re already talking about coming back next year, so that in itself says a lot. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful house.

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Guest: Lisa, Bob, Clara & Anna (MD)
Date of Stay: 07/03/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

Thanks so much for sharing such beauty with our family. We’ve decided that each of us would like to honor you both by saying what our favorite part of the trip was. Enjoy! ANNA (Age 10): Wow! Your house was spacious yet cozy, peaceful yet there were friendly neighbors nearby. I especially enjoyed the visits from 4 donkeys (Maynard, Lucille, Inspector Dudley, Steve). We loved feeding them carrots and apples. Irish Beach and Glass Beach were both spectacular. We visited Point Arena Lighthouse and learned a lot. We also looked at many, many vineyards! As a kid, I loved the cheese at the vineyards. Your house was wonderful and magical. I hope to visit again soon!! BOB (Age 58): I think that Anna has covered most of the highlights! I particularly loved the smell of the meadow & sunsets from the hot tub. Clara (Age 13): Shower’s nice. Views cool. Love the spa. Enjoyed stay here! The donkeys (especially Inspector Dudley!) Lisa (Age 50): I liked the comfy bed, breezes, sunshine (we brought lots with us from Maryland), the quiet, the friendly neighbors, meadow fragrance, friendly donkeys, ocean vistas and crashing waves. Thanks for opening your house to visitors. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

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Guest: Carly & Rich (Long Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/27/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

Your home is perfect in every way! We’ve rented many homes and yours is, by far, the BEST! You have thought of everything! We enjoyed the CD’s, your kitchen and all the goodies you have it stocked with, the double shower, and the hot tub. We are relaxed & rejuvenated. Thank you for being such gracious hosts. Your home is lovely; you’ve spared no expense to ensure our enjoyment. We will tell our children about this amazing retreat. We look forward to staying here again. Thank you for thinking of absolutely everything! It’s been a most memorable week.

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Guest: Bob and Susan (Durham, NC) & Chris (Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/25/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home. It was absolutely perfect in every way. Our only regret is that we can’t stay longer. It’s been a wonderful respite from the heat & humidity of North Carolina. Bob much enjoyed the marine life at the beach. He got to see the chitons he was looking for as well as a purple starfish and sea anemones. Chris enjoyed the hot tub every evening. I enjoyed the amazing view, the donkeys, the deer & many birds. And most of all enjoyed the wonderful food Chris cooked every evening. Thanks again & we look forward to returning.

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Guest: Peggy, Rachel, Patty, Sheryl and Charlene
Date of Stay: 06/19/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

This place is magical! With my sister & niece (from Tallahassee), daughter & exchange student (from Bangkok), we greatly enjoyed the house, deck & hot tub! We also loved visiting the lighthouse, hiking the Headlands & sitting on the beach. We watched hawks & seagulls soar & glide & enjoyed seeing many other birds, wildlife, even zebras in Point Arena. I haven’t been much south of Mendocino nor north of Point Reyes, along Hwy 1, in my 31 years in California—it has been wonderful to discover this area. We plan to see the Fern Canyon, & Glass Beach (Fort Bragg) before heading home. BTW, we loved your photo books, games, sound system, and wonderfully stocked kitchen! I hope to be back in the future!

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Excellent Stay!

Guest: Scott (New Haven, CT)
Date of Stay: 06/07/10 Review Submitted: 06/26/10

Well, this place was amazing. Went with our 10 month old son and another couple and stayed for 3 nights. The views were great (especially from the hot tub), the location was very close to everything we wanted, and the house was really nicely laid out and decorated. It was also the best equipped rental I have ever stayed in and provided very detailed instructions for everything. We cooked every night, which was made so much easier by the well equipped kitchen. The owners were great in their communication and made us feel very welcome. We will definitely visit again when in the area!

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A truly ideal spot - we'll be back!!!

Guest: Gark (Pleasant Hill, CA )
Date of Stay: 05/31/10 Review Submitted: 06/14/10

We stayed at the Corey house four nights and days in early June - and we had the full weather spectrum, from pure sunshine and blue skies to full-on horizontal downpour (high winds), but the house made all the accomodations necessary. We easily managed to stay entertained thoughout our stay, with trips to Mendocino, Irish Beach, Point Arena, even Fort Bragg. When the weather turned south, we hung out in the spacious, cleanly decorated house enjoying the changing views from the huge windows. We were visited by big horn sheep (7 of them camped out 3 feet from the fence line), donkeys, deer, and the sky was in constant motion with the turkey vultures soaring about. We ate dinner "in" every night - the kitchen easily accomodated cooking for 5, and it was so much more fun than organizing dinners out...We cooked breakfasts, and even spent a couple of lunches at the house too. It was really important to us to have a place that would be inviting and safe (we brought our 17 mo old), and it was truly perfect. Thank you so very much for making our trip all that we hoped and more! We're already planning our return trip!

Owner response:The main feature of our home is the panoramic, mesmerizing view of the ocean, mountains and pastures. There are no houses, rooftops, cars or roads in the view. Our vacation home is a perfect place to go to relax, explore, celebrate and enjoy life. Gareth and Kirsten, it makes us very happy to read that you enjoyed everything our home offers. Thank you for being ideal guests--we welcome your return!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Guest: Gina, Alison, Julie
Date of Stay: 05/17/10 Review Submitted: 12/07/10

Thank you for the thoughtful comfortable “home.” I am quieter, or more quiet; The View is healing to this high desert dweller. Healing sleep good light white light. Gina, Alison, Julie

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Guest: Yukie, Eraj, Hirom, Takashi & Saiyra
Date of Stay: 05/06/10 Review Submitted: 12/07/10

We had such a splendid time at your house & the surrounding area. We’ve rented many vacation homes, but yours is definitely one of the best ones. Thank you so much for being so generous & stocking a lot of things in the kitchen. Also, thanks for all the recommendations!! We did get pizzas from Franny’s Bakery & they were sooo good. We also visited wineries on 128 & made a trip to Mendocino. We will come back & stay at your home again in the future. Thanks again. Yukie, Eraj, Hirom, Takashi & Saiyra

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Guest: Greg, Roni, Corky & Buster
Date of Stay: 04/28/10 Review Submitted: 12/07/10

I was here with my daughter & son-in-law in July of 2007…it is as beautiful as I remembered. This time, my hubby and 2 “children with fur” came with me and they all have fallen in love with what I call “Mendocino Home.” Your home is the ONLY place I will stay when we visit.!!! We truly appreciate being able to bring “our boys” as they had the time of their lives. We walked on the beach every day in the rain and had it all to ourselves. We made memories with our “pack” that will be treasured forever! On our last night, we were graced with 3 deer on the mountain, 7 deer across the street, a rainbow over your home, and the brightest full moon ever! We will be back, but not SOON enough for me. Greg, Roni, Corky & Buster Mountain View, CA

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Guest: Bruce & Susan
Date of Stay: 04/11/10 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

We’re back! We were here for a week in January and came back for a weekend to celebrate Bruce’s 59th birthday. Your home once again worked its magic! We are sadly reluctant to have to leave but feel refreshed and ready to face reality again. So much to do on the Mendo coast, but we are happy to stay close to home – walking on the beach, watching movies, relaxing in the hot tub and by the fire. Your kitchen is a joy to cook in! Your home always exceeds our expectations. Looking forward to our next stay! Bruce & Susan Cloverdale, CA

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Second Stay at the Corey House

Guest: susanmcc (Cloverdale CA)
Date of Stay: 04/09/10 Review Submitted: 04/12/10

We stayed at the Corey House for a week in January, had such a restful and relaxing time that we came back for a weekend to celebrate my husband's birthday. This is the nicest vacation home on the Mendocino Coast! Beautifully maintained, beautiful setting, filled with all the amenities one could want. The kitchen is a joy to cook in. Enjoyed lounging in front of the fire, watching deer from the hottub, walking on Irish Beach! Highly recommend this vacation rental to everyone. There is so much to do on the Mendocino Coast, but we were happy to stick close to home there. I just booked our third stay for a weekend in August, that is how much we love staying there!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Derek
Date of Stay: 03/28/10 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

The house was excellent. The last home we stayed in had a nice location right on the bluff, but was older and a bit more money. Your home is much newer and up to date, and obviously high quality construction and finishing throughout. We appreciated the attention to detail, were very comfortable there and hope to stay there again. The dogs loved it. They enjoyed staring longingly at the wildlife through the back windows. We've stayed at plenty of vacation homes over the years and yours is top notch with respect to quality, value and location. Only complaint, our stay was too short! Thanks! -Derek

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