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Seaglass Cottage & Nature Sanctuary-Minutes to Mendocino Village, Beaches, Ocean

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Seaglass Cottage: 2 bedroom + 1 bath
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Open living area with many windows
Kitchen with Coffee Maker, Microwave, Pot & Pans and Cooking Implements
Master bedroom with antique leaf engraved full/double size bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seaglass Cottage & Nature Sanctuary-Minutes to Mendocino Village, Beaches, Ocean

Getaway to Seaglass Cottage, situated on a private 50+ acre nature sanctuary with meadows, ponds and hiking trails in picturesque Mendocino. Venture out the front door for a morning walk, relax by the numerous ponds on the property, and explore the 6 walking paths on your private nature park. Breathtaking stargazing, zen ponds, and bird and wildlife viewing make Mendocino Tranquility Meadows perfect for nature lovers or to get away from it all. An ideal retreat for your vacation, private event, wedding, family gathering, or get together with friends boasting ample outdoor space and immense natural beauty.

Located just 2 miles from the historic town of Mendocino and a wealth of local popular attractions 3 minutes away including Point Cabrillo Lighthouse & Museum, Caspar Beach, and stunning Russian Gulch State Park ocean bluff trails & beach.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, kettle, and toaster, allowing you to easily prepare delicious meals. Gather around the dining table and enjoy quality time with your loved ones. Unwind in the comfortable living room, where you can curl up by the fireplace and lose yourself in a good book or family game night. Beautiful wood farmhouse furniture throughout. Full bathroom with tiled shower. All windows look onto trees and nature. 1 full size bed in master bedroom and 2 twin beds in second bedroom. Seaglass is suitable for up to 4 total guests. Cottage is farm chic, quaint and light filled with county rustic feel. Please note, we do not offer a TV. Get ready to relax and unplug!

DSL Wifi provided.

Mendocino Tranquility Meadows is a historic birder's dream. Originally owned by legendary conservationist Jacques Helfer a renowned author of "99 Birds of the Mendocino Coast" and "The Natural History of Mendocino." A 2 acre pond is at the heart of the property and is home to many bird species including ducks, osprey, warblers, swallows, hawks, and owls. And yet less than 2 miles north of the famous town of Mendocino, you feel like you are worlds away. Numerous beaches, Surfing, kayaking, bird watching, hiking, mountain biking, shopping, wine tasting….. and world class restaurants all minutes away!

Set off of Highway one, you can hear some highway noise outside the cottages but you cannot see the road or other houses. We have one security camera on the garage facing the driveway (facing away from the house) for everyone's safety. This property is close to amenities including grocery stores, pharmacies, shops, and medical clinics in both Mendocino (2 miles away) and Fort Bragg (7 miles away) yet is like staying in a private park. Nestled in the charming coastal town of Mendocino, this cozy 2-bedroom cottage offers the perfect escape for your next vacation


*If your party is more than 4 people: Meadowlark House (3 bedrooms) and Azul Cottage (2 bedrooms) are located on the same property. Please let us know your desired dates for availability, more information and pricing for events or wedding. Search the listing IDs below on VRBO's site for pictures or to book additional cottages:

***Azul VRBO listing ID 1908473

***Meadowlark VRBO listing ID 1269197

***Seaglass & Azul (both cottages rented together) VRBO listing ID 3223553

Before booking, please review all house rules to make sure it is the right place for you including:

~ Check-in is 4pm -10pm (unless prior arrangements are requested and granted) / Check out is by 11am

~ This is a Non-smoking property - This includes inside and outside the cottage. Violating this policy will result in charges for the full cost of damage.

~Please be aware wildlife is common on the nature preserve including but not limited to deer, raccoons, coyotes, foxes and the like.

~GPS may not be accurate, please review the detailed directions and property information provided before your stay.

Welcome to Mendocino Tranquility Meadows! Enjoy your stay with us!
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About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Glass Beach and Russian Gulch State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Skunk Train are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian Gulch State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Caspar Headlands State Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Glass Beach - 19 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪World's Largest Salmon BBQ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Harbor Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sea Pal Cove - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Princess Seafood - ‬11 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a marvelous spot for those who enjoy stepping out of the door into a wild space. In this case, meadows and forest, small ponds, all quite close to Russian Gulch State Park and the town of Fort Bragg.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seaglass cottage was the perfect spot for our ladies crochet-cation. We loved the cozy feel of the the cottage. It felt comfortable and relaxing with plenty of space inside and outside for us to relax chat and crochet. It was quiet and peaceful and we are already planning our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
What a superb trip to relax and unwind! Can't wait to have you back to continue your crocheting! Our family is full of knitters and artists and love to hear you how you enjoyed your time. Glad you found the place peaceful and cozy :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lanz V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot between Mendocino and Fort Bragg. Cozy cottage on an amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is in a fantastic location in Mendocino County and it's on a lovely nature preserve.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy unit in the woods. Comfortable! Helpful, responsive, flexible host. Would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
So glad you enjoyed your time and were warm and cozy in the house! Would be happy to have you back anytime! Thank you for your thoughtful review :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
easy check in Kitchen was well equipped and pleasant to work in.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bettina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house worked out fine for me and my 2 20-something sons although there were pretty much no frills - not even coffee. All we needed was a place to sleep before and after celebrating Thanksgiving with family in Caspar and so the house worked just fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2025
Glad the place fit your needs for you and your sons and you had a nice time visiting family for Thanksgiving. Thank for your feedback, we do mention in the listing under amenities we have a drip coffee maker and to bring your own favorite coffee, as I know everyone has their own preferences. We have a well stocked kitchen with many baking dishes, pots/pans, cutlery, etc. I am sorry if it wasn't clear we don't stock food items, as we strive to ensure the cottage listing is as accurate as possible. Thank you for being our valued guest and taking time to leave a review of your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maribel Tinoco P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend stay

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

House was great. Easy to find and easy to communicate. Loved walking the property. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in a natural setting close to Mendocino. Kitchen has everything a cook needs. The nature preserve is wonderful and literally a few steps from the cottage. We were able to heat the place with the small propane stove, but it might be unsafe for toddlers, right in the living area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
Happy to hear you appreciate the beautiful nature preserve- we love when guests explore the property! Glad the kitchen made a great cooking experience for you and you enjoyed the place and location so much. Thank you for sharing your nice experience and we hope we can welcome you back in the future. Happy Fall!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property.

Was in a perfect location, easy to find, easy to get in, clean well stocked so we could eat at the cottage. The property was beautiful, the trails could use some care.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Thank you for your review! Happy to hear the cottage met all your expectations and you enjoyed the kitchen during your stay. So glad you liked the beautiful & unique property and explored the area. We are always continuously working on the trails, as it is such a large place, and will continue to do so. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This was my first vacation rental home, and it was absolutely the best experience. We will definitely stay here again vs the hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable property and wonderful host

Would recommend for anyone who would like a tranquil setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and charming

This well kept property is lovely and not far from Mendocino and Ft. Bragg. The home is welcoming and very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect nature getaway

We loved this place! Our small kids enjoyed exploring the property. We saw many types of wild mushrooms. Comfortable, clean. We will stay here again. Also, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Get a Way

We enjoyed our stay very much. Such a nice setting and very close to Mendocino. Thank you for letting us use your home. The Baileys
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

Convenient, clean, great kitchen. Beautiful hiking on property. Close to Mendocino and Fort Bragg.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

The cottage was perfect for us!…We were traveling with long time friends who loved the property…He is a photo buff and really enjoyed a couple of hikes! It was a great competitive value for Mendocino!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corina-Dean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful get away

We had such an amazing time. The property is absolutely gorgeous. The pond on the property is so beautiful. The meadows were full of flowers.It was breathtaking. It's off the beaten path just outside of town.Well, it takes a few minutes to get to the harbor aIwould definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dre M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Magical Getaway

Our stay at the Seaglass cottage was nothing short of magical! It is perfectly located where you are tucked away in the trees, and yet it's just a short drive into town or to the ocean! We loved the trails near the cottage and sipping our morning coffee with the dew of the day. We would recommend staying here to anyone who wanted a peaceful getaway where you can bathe in the forest, find all the mushrooms, and watch the waves crash.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Retreat With a Great Host

Seaglass had everything we needed for a quiet and restful break. The cottage more than met our needs and the grounds were outstanding. Peter was a great host and very responsive to our requests, responding within a few minutes when we needed something. Would definitely love to come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2024
Thanks David for the thoughtful review and being stellar guests! I am so glad you enjoyed your time at the cottage and it had everything you needed for a relaxing break, and we love to hear you explored the property grounds! We would honored to welcome you back anytime. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice clean little house

We spent the weekend in the Ft Bragg Mendocino area doing all the usual stuff, avoiding the heat of the Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful getaway close to town and beautiful hikes and scenery

The cottage was perfect. Spacious living area and well equipped kitchen. The surrounding property was fun to explore with all the trails and ponds. Quiet and serene. I love the beautiful, rugged coastline, tall trees and cool spots to hike. The Mendocino Botanical gardens were incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Day after Easter

Everyhing was great like always. Perfect time of year, not many people at Big River Beach. 3rd time staying here, now all 3 cabins. All are great. Love the location, away from town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2023
Hi Wade, We are thrilled you and your family stayed again and happy you enjoyed the property so much & had nice sunny days at Big River Beach. We hope to see you again in future! Thanks for being wonderful guests.
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