Location: Mendocino, North Coast, California, USA (3.5 hrs from San Francisco, 1 mi north of Mendocino Village) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
The Blue Heron is premier vacation home on the rugged coast of Mendocino. This home is the perfect place for your family reunion, a gathering of friends, or as a romantic getaway for just the two of you.
Situated minutes from Mendocino Village, this newly remodeled home is tastefully appointed with high-vaulted ceilings, large picture windows, a wood burning stone fireplace, granite and marble countertops, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, Viking stove with six burners and a convection oven, and a second fireplace above the master whirlpool bath!
The two story open floor plan promotes communication between the kitchen, dining, living, and entertainment areas. The large well-stocked kitchen offers all the amenities you could want. Old and new kids alike can escape downstairs to the recreation room and play a board game, watch a movie, surf the wireless high-speed internet, or play one of 100 games on the commercial arcade machine.
Whitewater vistas are afforded from almost every room. Spend the day observing the abundant wildlife through the picture windows or watching the Pacific Ocean crash onto the rocks. Relax in the outdoor hot tub and listen to the sounds of the ocean while you gaze up at the stars. Watch one of the many movies provided on the widescreen TV with surround sound, play a board game, start a puzzle, or simply enjoy a good book.
If you prefer to venture out; stroll or bike to nearby Russian Gulch State Park with its lush fern gullies, small beach, and waterfalls. Mendocino Village is only a three minute drive south with wonderful shops and some of the finest cuisine in California. Historic Fort Bragg, just ten minutes north, is home to the famous Skunk Train, miles of oceanfront walking, biking, and horseback riding.
Enjoy the best that the North Coast has to offer in this Mendocino Gem. Don't let the chance slip away for you to reserve this wonderful home before it books up for the season.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: High efficiency machine with compatible detergent provided.
- Dryer: High efficiency machine with multiple settings.
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace: Our gas fireplace is situated above the jetted tub in the master bathroom suite. Very relaxing and romantic!
- Wood Fireplace: Stone fireplace with ample firewood supplied.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : Each room is equipped with a quality Simmons posturepedic mattress.
- Convertible Bed (2) : 2 full sized futons with linens are located in the semi-private game room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : Large widescreen TV with surround sound in the TV room is supplemented with another large TV in the game room and another is located in the master suite.
- DVD (3)
- VCR
- Video Library: Over 100 DVDs including locally made features are supplied. A nice selection of VHR tapes for the game room are also available for your viewing entertainment.
- Video Games: Commercial grade arcade machine loaded with 100 games. We grew up in the 80's and were masters at Defender, Missile Command, Tempest, Centipede... these and 96 more are just waiting to be played by young and old kids alike.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: The gas fireplace above is just the right touch for added romance.
- Private Hot Tub: On clear nights just sit back, look up, and stargaze. The milky way and the moon feel like they can be plucked from the sky.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Viking stove with six burners, stainless steel appliances, convection oven, pasta machine, waffle maker, etc. all available for your cooking adventures.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave: Our microwave has convection capabilities.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (4)
- Balcony (2)
- View/Location
- Ocean View: White water ocean vistas are afforded from almost every room.
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Panoramic whitewater & bluewater views, bluff access, wood burning stone fireplace, 3 private bedrooms each with a Queen sized bed (the master bedroom suite has a fireplace above a whirlpool bath!), 3 bathrooms with marble countertops and marble shower surrounds, 2 Full size futons, outdoor hot tub with room for seven, entertainment system with a widescreen TV and surround sound, wireless high-speed internet access and computer, extensive library of DVDs, VHS tapes, and books, family games and puzzles, telescope and binoculars, cooks kitchen with granite countertops, Viking range with six burners, convection oven, microwave with convection capabilities, high efficiency washer and dryer, and a BBQ
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed: Three "Smoker's Stations" are available outside.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Wine Tasting, Visit the Lighthouse, Tour the Local Brew Pub, Tour the Local Galleries, Tide-Pooling, and much, much more
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
~~ 2009 Regular Rates ~~ (please inquire about peak rates & specials)
NOTE: Excludes July 1st thru Labor Day & Holidays & Local Annual Events
# of Guests: 2 Nts | 3 Nts | 4 Nts | 5 Nts | 6 Nts | Week | Add'l Nt
1-2: $ 683 | $ 950 | $1216 | $1483 | $1749 | $1766 | $267
3-4: $ 794 | $1116 | $1438 | $1760 | $2082 | $2099 | $322
5-6: $ 905 | $1283 | $1660 | $2038 | $2415 | $2432 | $378
7-8: $1016 | $1449 | $1882 | $2315 | $2748 | $2765 | $433
9-10: $1127 | $1616 | $2104 | $2593 | $3081 | $3098 | $489
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Blue Heron - 1 Mi. N of Village / White Water View / Mendo Gem
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Mendocino
Getting away from the hustle and bustle of the Bay Area is just a short drive away. We both have a strong desire to be close to the ocean and to be surrounded by all of the beauty and nature that Mendocino has to offer.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We enjoy walking to the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse, hiking the waterfall trail in Russian Gulch, dining in some of California's finest restaurants, shopping in the village, meandering along the bluff tops, and spending time in the local Gallery Bookshop. But most of all we enjoy sitting at home watching the ocean churn and the wildlife that visits our property; wild turkeys, deer, osprey, rabbits, quail, and if there's a storm, we watch that too. Just to be there reading a book or taking a nap is wonderful!
Owner's Map of Mendocino
Eric and I spent our first vacation together in Mendocino almost twenty years ago and it quickly became one of our very favorite places to be. We began our adventures in local B&Bs but soon found that we enjoyed the freedom and privacy of vacation rental homes. In 2004 we were fortunate to purchase a newly remodeled home near Russian Gulch State Park and dubbed her The Blue Heron. Taking the best of our experiences we strive to provide the perfect place for your vacation, retreat, reunion, or romantic getaway.
Property Photos
- The Blue Heron - Mendocino Home Rental
- White Water Views - Mendocino Home Rental
- Professional Kitchen - Mendocino Home Rental
- Widescreen TV with Surround Sound
- Wood Burning Stone Fireplace
- Master Whirlpool Tub with Gas Fireplace
- Guest Bedroom #1
- Guest Bedroom #2
- Outdoor Hot Tub Seats 8 Close Friends
- Commercial Grade Arcade Game with 100 Games
- Stunning Sunsets and Bluff Access
- Open Floor Plan - looking from the TV room
- Open Floor Plan - looking from the kitchen
- California Quail Visiting the Blue Heron
- Bucks Visiting the Blue Heron
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We enjoyed our stay. The openess and cleanliness of the whole place let us relax immediately. Dealing with Saundra was also very good. Hope to go back again soon.
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Everything was wonderul - Your home was gorgeous as was the location. We all appreciated your attention to detail with your Mendo Movies and reference materials, etc. The baby gate was a little tricky at first but we managed after reviewing the instructions - made life worry free - Thank you so much. We loved your home and look forward to referring it to others and returning in the future - Happy Renting!!
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The place is simply beautiful! We loved our stay here! And we loved the hot tub! Thank you for providing all the amenities we needed as well as a comfortable stay.
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The house is wonderul, with it's spectacular view and amenities.