Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail

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A well-lit, open-plan living and dining area with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a sofa. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a countertop.
A house with a wooden fence, a gravel driveway, and various plants and flowers.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a red umbrella, a small table, and chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase with flowers, and a door with windows.
A small wooden structure with a dark door and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Van Damme State Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Little River, CA
  • Place, Van Damme State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Convertible Bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Little River

Located in Little River, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Noyo Harbor and Mendocino Coast Massage. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Little River, CA

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Terra Mar Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mendocino Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Van Damme State Park and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve. Big River and Mendocino Headlands State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully comfortable and peaceful get-away. Third time we’ve stayed at the Red Barn Retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, wonderful stay!! We will absolutely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a lovely, clean and thoughtfully designed unit. It is located on a beautiful property in the forest of Mendocino. It has everything necessary for a relaxing visit including a comfortable bed, nice linens and towels, and a fully equipped kitchen.The hosts are super friendly and make sure all you need are met. I would say this is the best place I’ve ever rented on Vrbo!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2026
Thanks Jamie, We love to provide a great home base for people visiting the coast and are pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to meet you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in the red barn was delightful. The space is very well done with a quality feel. The mattress was comfortable for me, which is not typical!The location requires care for night driving, but you are in the hills of California after all. Very quiet with the exceptional sounds of nature or the rare car passing by.If and when we return to the Mendocino area, we can hopefully return to the red barn. There are probably cheaper places around, but this location and the quality of the construction and interior are exceptional.The hosts are lovely and interesting people.This is a great location for exploring the area. Much to see and do with a short drive from the hilltop.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool property. Close to the Pigmy forest and a great hike at the same location. A bit off the beaten path and away from any traffic which was also nice. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The couple that built it clearly love this place and it reflected in our stay. The barn was sooo adorable and tucked away. So romantic and perfect for a weekend stay. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of Red Barn Retreat is that you are in a secluded area within a short walk to the Pygmy forest, part of a State park with lovely redwoods and trails and yet very convenient to restaurants, beaches, and many other State parks. Gabi and Richard live nearby and provided a friendly welcome but always respected privacy of their guests. Gabi is a wonderful massage therapist so that's a bonus to get a great massage right upstairs! The Retreat was SPOTLESS and very comfortable. You won't have any regrets if you have a chance to enjoy this retreat built with comfort and tranquility in mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very nice and the hosts were very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, with excellent towels and a very comfortable bed! Just a cozy experience in Little River. Loved the radiant heat floors - so nice when you wake up in the morning to feel a nice, toasty floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Red barn retreat

Great location. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

We had a truly wonderful stay. The location was excellent -- close to the coast and forest. It provided the perfect balance between nature and luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property

Perfect getaway spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely red barn!

Beautiful and quiet property in Mendocino County! Lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2023
Thanks Stacie, We enjoyed being able to host your visit to the coast. R & G.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation getaway

We loved our stay at Red Barn Retreat. Everything exceeded expectations. Peaceful, comfortable, well equipped, very clean... wonderful friendly hosts. I look forward to future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Where we needed to be!

Peaceful with quiet setting. Central location for day excursions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3night stay in Mendocino

Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation cottage

This was perfect for our family vacation. Great location away from the crowds on the coast but still only a short drive to Mendocino. The house was cozy, clean and comfortable and Gabi and Richard were very helpful and welcoming. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
It was a pleasure having you here. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Red barn little river

Very clean , quiet and peaceful woodland property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming place with great hiking trial nearby

Enjoyed the full experience with my family! From the initial communication with Richard and Gabi, to the well maintained charming unit, to the easy access to hiking trails and Mendocino coast, everything was smooth and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming, comfortable spot

As advertised - cozy setting, clean (small!) house, very well-prepared, easy in and out. Great communication and interaction with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house !

We had a lovely time at the Barn, the house is very clean and cosy, the pictures don’t give enough credit to this great place. Thank you for having us !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like a top-notch homey hotel!

This beautifully decorated and well-kept, extremely clean, and cozy home was just what we needed. We felt very comfortable there and everything was provided. The location was lovely, and the hosts couldn’t be warmer or more responsive, helpful and hospitable. We highly recommend the red barn retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return trip was just as wonderful as the first.

This is our second visit to the Red Barn Retreat, and once again, it was a perfect place to retreat to after our bustling family Thanksgiving festivities on the coast. Well appointed, comfortable, peaceful and fabulous hosts. Thank you, Gabriele and Richard!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming country cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the Red Barn Retreat. The property is beautiful and we especially loved all the flowers in bloom around the house. The bed was very comfy and the kitchen well stocked. Our host was easy to communicate with and very responsive to our questions. The location is very close to the Pygmy Forest with some great hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

The Red Barn guest house was fantastic. It was well appointed providing everything you would need. It was charming, warm, inviting and spotless! Hosts were very friendly and communication was outstanding. Looking forward to many more stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2023
It was a pleasure having you here and we hope to see you again soon! ~ Gabi and Richard
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