Location: Mendocino, North Coast, California, USA (MendocinoMagic is 3 hours north of the Golden Gate Bridge.) View Map
Accommodations: Large Group Venue, 8 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 14-60)
600 acre former logging camp with upgraded residence is just 3.5 miles west of highway 101 3 hours fromt he Golden Gate Bridge.endocino Magic. Rent for the weekend, week or winter/spring 2009 to unplug while staying "plugged in"(yes, we get Verizon and cable.) You can still get to the city for that interview, and back for dinner. Affordable, this private palette of nature will let you feel a million miles away....
We are offering 3 furnished homes for rent, varying in size, spaced with privacy on this “Huck Finn” territory of gorgeous land and water. Relax in serenity and privacy but have the comfort of homes with beds/linens/kitchens within a natural playground of endless foliage, great bass fishing, kayaking, hiking numerous trails. Mendocino Magic is more than a place to sleep--- you are taking in hundreds of acres of some of nature’s best work. The property includes a 30 acre private reservoir – a rare find of this size - and 6 fishing ponds. You will experience a slowdown in time and enjoy breathtaking views. A popular and well-priced rendezvous for family reunions, weddings, corporate retreats, and music venues using our 1600 sq. ft. stage.
Main Lodge - The Emerson Lodge
Our main residence spanning 2400 sq. feet is often used for indoor group meetings or large gatherings. The cathedral two-story vaulted living room includes a piano, and can accommodate several dozen visitors comfortably, with both dining and meeting space on the large adjacent deck. The residence sleeps up to 10: 8 in the bunk room.The master bedroom sleeps 2 in the high-ceiling master bedroom with a beautiful antique queen poster bed. Ensuite is a full private bath with tub and bidet. The residence has a well-appointed kitchen with dishwasher, 4 burner gas stove and fridge, blender, toaster, microwave, utensils/cookware and dining setups (cutlery, dishes, glasses) for twelve. Outdoor deck includes a standard size propane barbecue and outdoor furniture. A bonus room is the ‘Game Parlor” with a full size pool table, a swap-a-book library and board games. Emerson Lodge also has a second full bath on the main floor.
The Jennifer Cottage
A three minute walk from the Emerson Lodge, a reach out and touch view of Jennifer Pond,and ready for fishing a step off Jennifer’s deck!(note: 5 lb bass caught last weekend!) Jennifer is a 1200 sq. ft. cottage which includes three bedrooms, each stepping out of French doors on to the cottage deck. Two bedrooms offer queen size beds, and the third bedroom includes a set of twin beds. Jennifer includes one full bath and a kitchen with 4 burner gas stove, small appliances, utensils and eating setups for 8. There is a propane barbecue on the Jennifer deck, with picnic table and seating.
The Arbor
Madrone and Madera Suites:
The original owner’s private residence, this is an older home refitted with duo suites, a three minute walk from Jennifer Cottage. The suitese are the closest accommodations to the lanai and stage. They each include a well-proportioned bedroom with queen bed, and private bath. Madera includes a living room, dining room with piano, and large kitchen with dishwasher. Madrone Suite offers a living room with stone fireplace, mid-size kitchen, and eating deck with barbecue off the living room, Each suite includes kitchen utensils, cookware, and dining sets ups for 6.
Party Lanai: 30ft by 60ft.covered eating area, this entertainment hub includes a traditional Southwest in-ground pig-roasting/BBQ spit, double restaurant sink, four burner wolf range on propane, and bar. The Party Lanai is ideal for serving meals in conjunction with entertainment at the stage.
The Arbor Stage:: 40’X 40’, the stage is cooled and covered by a canopy of arching and graceful madrone trees. There is an electrical sub panel at the stage. Please discuss amperage needs for your specific sound equipment.
Transportation is available from various locations:
Bus from the Bay Area:
Transportation information on bus services from the Bay Area is available upon request. Reasonable fares for a quick 3 hour trip each way.
Flights into Ukiah Regional Airport: We offer a shuttle service to/from the Ukiah cairport, 34 miles from Mendocino Magic.
Flights into Sonoma County Airport:
Sonoma County is the closest airport to the area that has commercial flights available.
For all transportation information and inquiries, please contact the owner, Stacy Holland.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Shared Hot Tub
- Private Pool
- Shared Pool
- Pool Table
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Lake View
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Lake and Ponds Can Be Used for Sailing, Fishing and Motorless Boating, a Large Spit Barbecue for Pig or Lamb Roasts, an Onsite Vegetable Garden is Available for Picking Your Own in Season Produce. Wild Flowers, Old Oaks and Firs Abound on the Property.
Rate Details (In US. add 11% tax)
Emerson Lodge:$350/night $700.(Fri-Sun) $1,100.(Mon-Thurs)$1850.(Fri-Fri)& 11% tax
Jennifer Cottage $275/night $550.(Fri-Sun) $900.(Mon-Thurs.$1250.00(Fri-Fri)11%tax
Arbor Suites (each) $150/night.$300.(Fri-Sun)$500.(Mon-Thurs)$800.(Fri-Fri)&11%tax
The Gate House$200/night $400.(Fri-Sun)$700.(Mon-Thurs)$1100.(Fri-Fri)& 11%tax
Campsites:$28/night/PP Include porta-potties. add 11% tax
Site fee for exclusive use of property, weddings and group events: $1,000.00
Cooler season: Halloween to Memorial Day: rates above, less 25%
Holiday rental rates are billed at Prime Rental Season Rates & require a three day
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Mendocino
When you walk the property of this former logging camp of 600 acres and stand at 1200 feet looking out over the private reservoir, you want to touch your fingers to the sky and thank the universe for this amazing property. You are encircled with abundance: trees, 8 ponds filled with fish, hawks gliding and the sounds of birds and frogs. Turn 360 degrees and you will not see a home in site. When I took in the beauty, and the abundance of water and privacy, I saw a jewel of land within 2.5 hours of our family home in Tiburon, yet just "far enough away" to totally unplug. We are 3.5 miles off hway 101 and the drive north through gorgeous country always lets me marvel at the scenery. The private Dam is one of the largest private reservoirs in Northern California. Rental accommodations are large, well appointed with a good floorplan for private parties and groups. The property includes a hot tub, and views of private forest range for as far as the eye can see.
The Unique Benefits at this Large Group Venue
fishing, walks, swims, kayaking, thinking, farming the organic garden, reading, sitting in the sun.Naps.
Owner's Map of Mendocino
Stacy Holland, wife of Michael O'Donnell and Mother of three daughters, resides in Tiburon, California. She is founder/CEO of the excutive search firm, Exceptional People,Inc., enjoying 15 years as an award-winning, highly respected boutique-detailed search in the San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to search, Stacy Holland runs MendocinoMagic and is a student at Dominican University in the University's Masters in Education program.
Property Photos
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- Emerson Lodge Great Room - Laytonville Lake Front Vacation Rental
- Master/Bridal Bedroom Emerson Lodge - Laytonville Lake Front Vacation Rental
- Emerson Lodge
- Emerson Lodge Kitchen
- The Reservoir in Summer
- Bunk Bedroom Emerson Lodge
- Jennifer Cottage Living Room
- Jennifer Cottage Bedroom 1
- Jennifer Cottage Bedroom 2
- The Stage looking at the pond- Great Venue for Jamming and dancing!
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