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Oceanfront cottage with beach views & deck

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Mendocino, CA
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Oceanfront cottage with beach views & deck

Summary:

Perched on the Bluff - Casita



The Space:

Conveniently located just north of the historic village of Mendocino, this cozy oceanfront cottage is the perfect retreat for a romantic escapade with your significant other, a memorable adventure with a best friend, or a solo trip. Discover impressive attractions within a short drive, including hiking trails, Russian Gulch State Park, Mendocino Headlands State Park, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, Pomo Bluffs Park, The Skunk Train & Rail Bikes, Cotton Auditorium, Glass Beach, and Mackerricher State Park.



This cottage enjoys a sunny living area that is perfect for gatherings and relaxing while taking in the impressive ocean views in the distance. You will find a well-appointed kitchenette with a full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster, and a coffee maker - it has all the essentials to prepare delicious homemade meals for you and your guest. The cottage does provide free WiFi. Outside, the extensive deck provides you with a wonderful spot to enjoy the ocean breeze while dining alfresco.



Things to Know

The Perched on the Bluff-Casita shares its property with the main house, the two can be rented together as Perched on the Bluff-Main Home and Studio Cottage



All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

This property is located on an ocean bluff. Please use caution when near the bluff's edge.

This property does not support EV charging. Guests are kindly asked to use public EV chargers available in the area.



Other Things to Note:

Check-in Form: To ensure a smooth and secure stay for all guests, we kindly require completion of our short check-in form after booking. This includes signing our standard rental agreement and verifying guest and payment information. It only takes a few minutes and helps us prepare the home for your arrival.



For security and peace of mind, this property has two exterior-only security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front door of the main house, facing the entryway. Camera 2 is located at the top of the driveway on the garage, facing the gate and Casita parking area.
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About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this holiday home is on the beach. Skunk Train and Point Cabrillo Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Glass Beach and Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting.
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Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Skunk Train - 18 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Glass Beach - 23 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪World's Largest Salmon BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Harbor Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sea Pal Cove - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Fish Company - ‬14 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little cottage to get away from it all! My only complaint was the lack of screens on the windows. Would love to open them up to get a breeze without letting the bugs in!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad you enjoyed the peaceful setting and appreciate your feedback about the window screens.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Obsessed with this little cottage. Everything you need for a quaint romantic getaway, with such beautiful views! Highly recommend waking up at dawn to watch how the marine layer changes, just so beautiful. Home was comfortable and clean and we loved the little gas stove too. Easy to communicate w management and convenient access to both Mendocino and Fort Bragg. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage right by the ocean! This is my second time staying and it was just as lovely as the first time. It's about 1 mile from the lighthouse, which is great to go see, and a short drive from mendocino. There's tons of good food nearby, and the cottage has a stove and refrigerator if you'd like to cook. The views from every room are absolutely gorgeous, and it's great for stargazing. You will not regret your stay here!
The sunset from the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Gorgeous Get-away

This little house was absolutely lovely! The views are amazing - you are literally right on the cliffside and have a view of the ocean from the living room and the bedroom. It's got a decent kitchen, and a great bathtub. It's also only 2 miles from Pt Cabrillo lighthouse, so you can easily walk there. Great stargazing, too. One of the best places I've stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 2 night stay at the cottage. It is small and cozy, perfect for 1 or 2 people. The view from the deck is amazing and although you are right next to a larger home this does not detract from the deck and view. The cottage was clean and had everything I needed. My only comment would be as the lone female occupant I would have liked an additional lock on the front door.I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Lovely littke spot

Very clean, cozy and welcoming. The property manager was prompt responding quickly to my text message. There isn't ac, so it could use a fan or screen on the windows to get some air flow through. No real complaints though!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and cozy. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Thank you so much. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the cozy and clean space and would love to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Brooks T.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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