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Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft
Popular amenities
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
About this property
Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail
RED BARN RETREAT, located on the Mendocino Coast just a short drive from the Village of Mendocino, is the perfect getaway from your busy schedule and every day life. This lovely 600 square foot cottage apartment, which comfortably sleeps 2-4 guests, contains everything you need to come away feeling renewed and refreshed. Handsome woodwork, warm, rich tones on the walls, and comfortable, radiant heated floors make for a cozy, enveloping environment.
A comfortable queen sized bed fitted with a down comforter, slipper chair, and a handsome armoire complete the cheerful and cozy bedroom, from which you can access your private fenced garden and patio to enjoy the peaceful outdoors.
The bathroom features modern fixtures and a wonderfully deep bathtub, perfect for soaking.
The well furnished open living, dining, and well equipped kitchen space fills with natural light and greenery views from its many windows.
The kitchen has a gas cook stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, and all of the pots, pans, dishes and utensils needed for cooking and serving a delicious meal.
A large gathering table surrounded by a fun collection of chairs invites you to enjoy a meal, play a family game, or work on a project.
Additionally, a comfortable futon sofa / convertible bed and leather club chair are situated in the living room across from the entertainment center, which includes a flat screen TV and stereo. TV programming such as Netflix, Prime and Hulu are included. Wifi is also available throughout the property, but please note, cellular service can be spotty in the entire Mendocino area.
Other conveniences include a coffee maker, tea pot, toaster, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer.
The property borders Van Damme State Forest which features some of the area’s most amazing hiking trails through the unique Pygmy, and stunning Redwood Forests. Our area’s beautiful beaches and rivers, and the gorgeous Village of Mendocino, all found along one of the most pristine coast lines in Northern California, are only minutes away.
Whether you are here for a variety of outdoor activities, wine tasting in the nearby Anderson Valley, or to just experience a quiet retreat, your comfort is our top priority.
RED BARN RETREAT is perfect for any individual, couple, or family of four looking for a charming residence while visiting the Mendocino Coast. Please note that if there are more than two guests there will be an additional charge per guest per night.
We will gladly guide you to great restaurants and activities best suited to your party and the purpose of your visit to this spectacular and rugged part of the world.
A comfortable queen sized bed fitted with a down comforter, slipper chair, and a handsome armoire complete the cheerful and cozy bedroom, from which you can access your private fenced garden and patio to enjoy the peaceful outdoors.
The bathroom features modern fixtures and a wonderfully deep bathtub, perfect for soaking.
The well furnished open living, dining, and well equipped kitchen space fills with natural light and greenery views from its many windows.
The kitchen has a gas cook stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, and all of the pots, pans, dishes and utensils needed for cooking and serving a delicious meal.
A large gathering table surrounded by a fun collection of chairs invites you to enjoy a meal, play a family game, or work on a project.
Additionally, a comfortable futon sofa / convertible bed and leather club chair are situated in the living room across from the entertainment center, which includes a flat screen TV and stereo. TV programming such as Netflix, Prime and Hulu are included. Wifi is also available throughout the property, but please note, cellular service can be spotty in the entire Mendocino area.
Other conveniences include a coffee maker, tea pot, toaster, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer.
The property borders Van Damme State Forest which features some of the area’s most amazing hiking trails through the unique Pygmy, and stunning Redwood Forests. Our area’s beautiful beaches and rivers, and the gorgeous Village of Mendocino, all found along one of the most pristine coast lines in Northern California, are only minutes away.
Whether you are here for a variety of outdoor activities, wine tasting in the nearby Anderson Valley, or to just experience a quiet retreat, your comfort is our top priority.
RED BARN RETREAT is perfect for any individual, couple, or family of four looking for a charming residence while visiting the Mendocino Coast. Please note that if there are more than two guests there will be an additional charge per guest per night.
We will gladly guide you to great restaurants and activities best suited to your party and the purpose of your visit to this spectacular and rugged part of the world.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash, dry and put away any of the dishes that you have used. Thank you!
Please put all used towels into the bathtub upon check-out. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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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
- Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 18.1 km
- Skunk Train - 28 min drive - 29.3 km
- Glass Beach - 33 min drive - 30.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Brickery Pizza - 10 min drive
- Waiting Room - 10 min drive
- Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - 10 min drive
- Little River Inn - 6 min drive
- Patterson's Pub - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
6 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristine P.
24 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristine P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Claudia A.
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red barn retreat
Claudia A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Forrest L.
22 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay!
Forrest L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Reva A H.
2 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Reva A H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacie G.
14 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely red barn!
Stacie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jim R.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay near Little River/Mendocino
Jim R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
T O.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation getaway
T O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Noelle V.
1 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where we needed to be!
Noelle V.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen D.
31 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red barn little river
Stephen D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tariq M.
21 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3night stay in Mendocino
Tariq M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lois M.
2 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return trip was just as wonderful as the first.
Lois M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation cottage
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lu T.
18 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place with great hiking trial nearby
Lu T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ethan P.
28 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, comfortable spot
Ethan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eglantine P.
13 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house !
Eglantine P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
5 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming country cottage
Jennifer R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like a top-notch homey hotel!
Lisa F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John B.
10 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Return Visit
John B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John S.
22 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
John S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John B.
5 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Red Barn Property
John B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lea G.
19 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars!
Lea G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sam L.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Romance in the woods
Sam L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne P.
5 Sept 2017
Heavenly hideaway
Jeanne P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
About the host
Hosted by Gabriele Fienburgh
The owners, Richard and Gabi first moved to the coast more than 40 years ago, both originally from Europe.
Richard, growing up north of London, left England on the Istanbul Express and ended up in Western Canada. He visited a friend living in Mendocino and fell in love with the coast and the community here and never left. An accomplished musician, he still performs locally from time to time.
Gabi has a similar story, growing up in Germany, she came to visit a friend in Mendocino and after falling in love with the beauty of the pacific coast and the wonderful people, essentially has been here ever since.
They met here on the coast, a notoriously romantic spot, and have been married for 37 years, raised three children and are now proud grandparents of four.
Along the way they developed their own 'design / build' construction company and have built and restored many fine custom homes on the coast.
Gabi is also a licensed massage practitioner and has been practicing for over 15 years. Please inquire about massage treatments for your stay.
Richard, growing up north of London, left England on the Istanbul Express and ended up in Western Canada. He visited a friend living in Mendocino and fell in love with the coast and the community here and never left. An accomplished musician, he still performs locally from time to time.
Gabi has a similar story, growing up in Germany, she came to visit a friend in Mendocino and after falling in love with the beauty of the pacific coast and the wonderful people, essentially has been here ever since.
They met here on the coast, a notoriously romantic spot, and have been married for 37 years, raised three children and are now proud grandparents of four.
Along the way they developed their own 'design / build' construction company and have built and restored many fine custom homes on the coast.
Gabi is also a licensed massage practitioner and has been practicing for over 15 years. Please inquire about massage treatments for your stay.
Why they chose this property
After living on the coast for almost 20 years we finally found a place we wanted to buy. On a quiet rural road inland from the fog belt was a cottage, overgrown and with a glorious blossoming cherry tree hidden behind the house. It felt like it could be our home and over the years we have transformed it into a sunlit, open and peaceful place that is the heart of our family.
What makes this property unique
Often, if the coast is foggy, just 3 miles inland the sun is shining and the property, though close to the redwoods, has a mix of pine, fir, cypress trees, rhododendrons and open gardens that let the sun shine on us most of the day. Coming from hazy Europe we are still awed by the clear, dark, star filled night skies.
Languages:
English, German
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