Location: Mendocino, North Coast, California, USA (less than five minutes North of Mendocino village) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-4)
Garden lovers and romantics alike will especially enjoy this charming cottage that has the best of both worlds - views of the ocean and a garden setting. Enjoy a romantic breakfast or lunch in the secluded, North Coast garden surrounded by flowers and tall trees that are protected from the cold winds on the bluffs. Soak in our Japanese cedar hot tub in the same private setting to the sound of the little rushing stream and waterfall in the gulch below. Our deck is perfect for basking in the sun during the day or stargazing at night.
The house is light and bright with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and French door looking on the garden. Enjoy evening warmth by the Finnish wood-burning stove in this cozy home with a open kitchen perfect for entertaining with friends. There is also an antique carved, piano or satellite TV for evening enjoyment. The romantic Master bed is filled with down comforters and flowing, sheer curtains. Wake up to the view of the ocean framed by the coastal forest. The master bathtub is spacious and also has a view to the ocean.
The house is just a few minutes walk from Russian Gulch State Park and the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse, both treasures of the North Coast with wildflowers, views of Mendocino Village and a blowhole. The Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Marine Reserve has acres of pristine ocean front trails and deserted beaches that are perfect for a romantic picnic. Walk a bit further or bike to Casper Beach, a perfect place for surfing or kayaking, or to Russia Gulch State Park with its spectacular 30-foot waterfall and miles of mountain bike trails through the redwood forest.
The house is just five minutes drive north from the quaint Victorian village of Mendocino where there is excellent hiking on the headlands and shopping. Summers are always filled with events such as festivals, symphonies, and theater.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Private Japanese wooden hot tub, Finnish wood stove, down comforter and linens provided, piano, deep porcelain bathtub, fresh herbs in the garden for cooking
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Opera, Symphony, Festivals, Art Walks and Classes; very near Casper Beach, can walk to Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Russian Gulch Park
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$185/night (Nov-June); $195/night (July-Oct); 2 night minimum
$215/night on holiday weekends (three-night minimum on Memorial and Labor Day)
$85 Cleaning Fee & $30 Spa Fee extra
$1200/week
Inquire about Our Monthly Rates
No pets or children under 12
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Romantic, Garden Setting with Ocean Views and Japanese Hot Tub
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Mendocino
Mendocino is the perfect place for us because of the pristine beauty of nature, the arts and culture in the area and amazing restaurants and wineries. We came to Mendocino for the first time 10 years ago and fell in love with the place and were married on the romantic ocean cliffs there. It is truly a unique, perfect place lost in time and once you visit you will not want to leave.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our home is unique to the Mendocino Coast because it is very light, open and airy. The previous owners who built the place were artists and created it with much love and unique artistic detail. We fell in love with the house immediately -- it was perfect because we wanted a place close to town but not in the village of Mendocino so we would have more space and privacy. We love being able to sit out on the deck and the garden when it is sunny and warm because our place is protected from the cold ocean winds. It is very magical looking at the ocean from the upstairs bedroom and waking up at night to the perfect view of the moon and stars. We also had a traditional deep Japanese hot tub custom built for our place where we could sit outside under the stars and see the ocean with the smell of cedar in the steamy air. During the summer, we enjoy going to the Farmer's Market to buy organic produce and coming home to cook in the kitchen, getting fresh herbs from the garden, and picking blackberries to make cobbler. Walking or riding our bikes to Point Cabrillo Lighthouse, the waterfall at Russian Gulch Park and having picnics and bonfires down at Casper Beach just down the road are always a must.
Great beach down the road from our house that is good for picnics and nighttime bonfires. Is is set in a cove with calmer waves so it is popular for children, kayakers and surfers.
Beautiful park that has both ocean access and hiking in the redwoods. If you hike or ride you bike back further into the wood there is a beautiful waterfall at the end of the trail.
Less than 5 mins drive South of our house! Great restaurants, cute shops and galleries May - Oct there is an organic Farmer's Market on Fridays.
Beautifully restored lighthouse and museum just a 10-15 minute walk from the house. Spectacular views from the headland trails. During the March Whale Festival, you can watch the grey whales migrate.
Owner's Map of Mendocino
We are a family of three that loves to travel to special artistic places around the world... and Mendocino is one of those special places!
Property Photos
- Dining area looks out French doors into the garden - Mendocino Lodging
- Romantic master bedroom and bath are light and bright and have views to the sea - Mendocino Lodging
- Down comforters and flowing white curtains in the master bedroom - Mendocino Lodging
- Full kitchen is spacious and has an open concept - perfect for entertaining
- Living room with two Balinese chairs, a couch, window seating and Finnish stove
- Second bedroom downstair has high ceilings and a skylight
- Soak in our cedar Japanese Hot tub under the stars
- Garden area filled with seasonal North Coast flowers
- Casper Beach perfect for picnics, kayaking and tide pooling just down the road
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