Location: Point Arena, North Coast, California, USA (We are located right off of Highway 1 in Point Arena.) View Map
Accommodations: Carriage House, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 3-4)
A private fully-furnished, two bedroom/one bath carriage house will serve as your base for exploring the Redwood "Mendonoma" Coast and B. Bryan Preserve. Here, African Hoof Stock are allowed to thrive in huge fields located less than two miles from the Pacific Ocean. A complete educational tour is included for guests.
Amenities include: full kitchen, coffee and tea service,cable TV, full bath with walk-in shower. Beautiful gardens, glimpses of antelope in the redwoods and the distant sounds of the ocean will enchant you. Fresh eggs and vegetables are yours for the taking when available.
Pets MUST be kept on a leash at all times.
Tours available by reservation as well. $20 per adult, $10 for children 10 and under. Call 707-882-2297.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Automatic Door single car garage
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Includes Microwave, coffee pot and Senseo Coffee machine.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Charcoal Weber grill in private area next to Zebra field.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Must ask for code
- Other Amenities
- Coffee and tea service
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Pet's MUST be kept on a leash at all times. Additional $25 fee for pets.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Shelling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Educational Tour of African Wildlife is available free with lodging or by reservation only.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Oct ......... $185/night. (2-night minimum)
Nov-Apr ......... $165/night. (2-night minimum)
Major Holidays .. $185/night (2-night minimum)
$50 deposit required. Must cancel within 14 days for refund
Extra person over 3 people is $25 per night.
One time $25 charge for Dogs
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Point Arena
Point Arena is one of the most beautiful small towns in the US. A pier on one end of town, a lighthouse on the other and african hoof stock in the middle. All along the Pacific ocean.
The Unique Benefits at this Carriage House
With your stay at B Bryan Preserve, you get a tour of the animal preserve included in your stay. You are also welcome to harvest any vegetables available from the garden and if you're lucky, gather fresh eggs from the chicken coop. The gardens around the historic home are magnificent and well manicured. All this along with the sights and sounds of African Antelope and zebra.
Owner's Map of Point Arena
Frank and Judy Mello own and manage B Bryan Preserve. Frank is originally from California and the 2 had always wanted to retire to California. So, in 2004, Frank retired from Corporate life and they moved to Point Arena with 11 of their African Antelope. Today they have over 60 animals, Sable, Kudu and Roan Antelope along with the endangered Mountain Zebra and the critically endangered Grevy's Zebra. B Bryan Preserve has unique fully appointed cottages for vacation rentals as well.
Property Photos
- 3 baby zebra born in April - Gualala, California Vacation Rental
- Master Bedroom with antique double bed and duvet cover - Gualala, California Vacation Rental
- Den with Direct TV, Tivo and dvd player - Gualala, California Vacation Rental
- Kitchen with all appliances, utensils and coffee and tea.
- Full Bath with walk in shower
- 3 baby zebra born in April
- Cozy single bedroom
- Breakfast Nook
- Private entrance to Carriage House
- Rare and Endangered Hartmann's Mountain Zebra
- Grevy's Zebra
- Greater Kudu Antelope
- Roan Antelope
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Jeanette & the Girls , Ukiah,ca
Homeowner Response:
I am so glad that you chose us for your first annual girls weekend and hope you keep up the tradition. You ladies were great guests.
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Nyla, Dana, and John , Iowa City, IA
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Thank you for creating such a special place! It isn't easy with 3 boys ages 17, 11 and 4 - to find a place to stay upon which all ages agree. But your preserve is one such place. Each of us fell in love with the animals, henhouse, gardens, even Frank's posters! You thought of everything for a comfortable stay and we had a wonderful time here at the lighthouse, the beach, kayaking down the river! We will certainly tell friends about the preserve and our youngest member is looking forward to the introduction of Giraffes.
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What a terrific surprize~~~~ We called the day we wanted to come and lucky for us, it was available. We had NO IDEA what a treat this place would be. The apartment is perfect - our daughter loved her room. THe animals were unique(to say the least) and Frank and Judy are amazing hosts.
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We love the animal!!! Especially outside our kitchen window. We can't wait ot come back! Thank you! Fred the rooster is beautiful.
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What a place to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary. It was stupendous! To know that people still care and want to preserve the world we live in. It is a beautiful place where our children could play and we were able to enjoy each other. Baily says"it's our pleasure to come here. Ihope mommy antelopes grow babies this year". Spencer says "I want to come back." He will miss Fred.
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Beautiful grounds and amazing animals. We truly enjoyed our stay. Thank you for your fantastic hospitality. We plan to come back soon. Can't wait for the Giraffe.
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We loved every minute here. Beautiful gardens, animals, building. And the most delicious eggs we have ever had. Wish we could stay longer, but will be back.
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What beautiful animals! Very nice apartment. Thank you for taking care of these wonderul beasts and for putting me up for this stay.
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What a perfect place to stay on the North Coast. Thank you for your beautiful accomodations (Perfect for us), house and grounds and most of all your preservation effots. The animals are clearly happy and thriving. We look forward to future visits and watching the herds and collections grow. Giraffe! How exciting. I pray it comes to be without any glitches. I so appreciated exposing Delaney to these African species. Thanks!