Riventides: North Coast Delight

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A porch with four white Adirondack chairs and a small wooden table.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large arched window, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a hanging light fixture.
A room with large arched windows, a chandelier, and a view of a forested area.
A wooden gate leading to a covered patio area with a pergola structure.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Albion, CA
  • Place, Navarro River Redwoods State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Albion

Located in Albion, this holiday home is in a rural area. Albion River Bridge and Kelley House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Navarro River Redwoods State Park and Van Damme State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Albion, CA

What's nearby

  • Navarro River Redwoods State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 23 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 23 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 31 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Glass Beach - 44 min drive - 42.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terra Mar Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Maritime Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Harbor House Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪5200 Restaurant at Heritage House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sibo Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riventides: North Coast Delight pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Riventides: North Coast Delight?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riventides: North Coast Delight?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riventides: North Coast Delight?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riventides: North Coast Delight located?

This family-friendly Albion holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Albion River Bridge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Navarro River Redwoods State Park and Van Damme State Park. Big River Beach and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 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. 101 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Riventides on one of those magical Mendocino weekends when the weather was warm and crystal clear. The view from the backyard was pure magic, with the early fog wisping in the canyons in the morning and the Navarro River meandering below. The kitchen was well appointed and stocked with all the essentials; the rooms were clean and comforting; the fireplace was laid with wood, ready to light.It was the perfect environment for our six people and two dogs.Craig, the caretaker on site was friendly and kind.We loved our time at Riventides!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lois was great to work with & the house is beautiful, cozy & in a nice location overlooking the ocean. Spectacular view of the sunset. The place has exactly the vibe we were looking for in a Mendocino weekend. Great house for two families.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay next to the coast

The property was beautiful and very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay at the coast

Lois was an amazing and communicative host -- we loved her spacious home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little slice of heaven

The property was perfect for a family. It is tucked away on a beautiful spot with a gorgeous view of the river below. Family and pet friendly too. Has a well stocked kitchen with plenty of pots, pans, dinnerware, spices, etc. we would definitely stay here again!
Upstairs bedroom
Second bedroom
Largest bedroom
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

This place is a rural hidden gem. A very nice and spacious house to enjoy a restful stay. Thank you for sharing such a nice space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend with family

The house was beautiful and spacious. We loved the views from the backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Riventides in Albion was extremely enjoyable. The kitchen was very well appointed, the house was clean, comfortable and full of character and charm. The view was fantastic! The on site manager was friendly and at the same time respectful of our privacy. We also loved that it was dog friendly so we were able to bring our fur baby. We will definitely return!
Absolutely wonderful sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Home for a long awaited get together with friends

Excellent property. We enjoyed cooking together, exploring the area and enjoying time together.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace

Just a perfect peaceful retreat, we loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long-time friends enjoying New Year's holiday.

Our second stay in this lovely home was great. House is charming, warm, and outfitted with every amenity you would like. Very comfortable for our group of five not-so-young adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families!

Wonderful home! Lots of room to spread out, open, lots of natural light. Well stocked kitchen. Would stay at Riventides again if we ever go back to the Mendocino coast. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Weekend

We had a wonderful four day getaway at a beautiful location and property! Everything about our stay was excellent, from the home itself to our communications with the homeowner and on-site property manager. We will definitely return!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hello! Another great stay at this lovely home. Our fourth visit I believe. Mendo county is my family’s happy place to begin with and we’re never disappointed here. Spent thanksgiving there last year. Was excellent! Communication was great. The air the weather the view. Clear night skies. All superb. No complaints!!! I’m sure we will be back. Thanks so much!!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation

The house has so much character. Plenty of space. Wonderful to sit on the deck and enjoy the view of the river, ocean and country side. Quiet. Close to hiking trails, restaurants, wine tasting. Was perfect for our family. Well stocked. Caretaker welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time amidst the alternatingly beautiful fog and sun. The house was extremely cozy, clean, and comfortable with a perfectly outfitted kitchen (we cooked a lot). The coastal road (Route 1) was close so exploring Mendo & Fort Bragg areas as well as the myriad of trails was incredibly easy. There were 6 of us and with the several bathrooms, we never felt that we were on top of each other. Well worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Anyone looking for a beautiful private house that is well maintained, clean, a fully stocked kitchen and the most peaceful porch views, you have found your place here. We can't wait to go back! Christine
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful again :)

Our second stay at this lovely home. Made Turkey Day extra special. We love the area and it didn’t disappoint. Comfortable home and no complaints. Beautiful view of course. Mendo County always smells so good too!!!! Thanks!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeds expectations

The photos don’t do it justice. This spacious family home is well-equipped and spotless. You could spend hours on the porch enjoying the view and absolute silence. It is a remarkable rental and provided a perfect location for exploring the Mendocino area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet, good location, nice property

My husband and I (along with our pooch) recently stayed at Riventides. We found the property in excellent condition, lots of amenities, nice large rooms and a quiet location. Close to Albion, Little River and Mendocino. The property owner was terrific to deal with--very prompt and informative We especially enjoyed our dinners at The Ledford House (Albion) and Luna Trattoria in Mendocino. The lunches at Cafe Beaujolais were fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The overall cleanliness of the home was lacking and the hot tub was dirty and we were unable to use it. The furnishings are shabby and there was expired food in the pantry. There were things left behind in drawers and on shelves.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
DUE TO A SNAFU: our usually excellent housekeeper did not arrive until close to the time the time guests were arriving. Our caretaker did his best to clean the house, but this is not his skill. Guest knew this was a one-off situation and early in their visit asked me to refund their cleaning fee, which I immediately did. Please see our many other excellent reviews.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at Riventides

We had a great time. Very spacious house with a large fenced yard our dogs adored. Our family of four had plenty of room to read, enjoy the hot tub or just sit and watch the view. The kitchen was well equipped with coffee maker, coffee, spices, etc… Although we didn’t use them, there are tons of books, movies, games and puzzles. The caretaker was super friendly and greeted us coming in and said goodbye on the way out. Otherwise we didn’t see or hear him. Overall, so nice and relaxing. We would definitely come back! The dogs give it two paws up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pictures do not do this house justice

If you were looking for a quiet, gorgeous, and comfortable home, this is the house. In the Mendocino area, close to wineries and the wonderful coast, the house itself sits on a ridge with a stunning view. The kitchen is equipped to cook anything, there is a wonderful Private, hot tub, Games and DVDs for entertainment. Natural light is everywhere. Communication was wonderful with the owner and there is a kind and friendly on-site manager. Agree with previous comments, he is both completely available and unbelievably unintrusive! Our family of three generations was very comfortable here and we look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Riventides

Our recent stay at Riventides was wonderful! The home was warm and inviting, the property was large and private and the view off the back patio is breathtaking. The neighborhood is very quiet and it's a great location to reflect and recharge. You are far enough away from towns and people that you can enjoy privacy, yet close enough that you can grab groceries and enjoy a beach on a warm summer day. It's also just a short drive to Mendocino and Fort Bragg. At the time of writing this, the property is dog friendly, and our 80lb furry child thoroughly enjoyed running on the park-like stretch of lawn to chase her ball every morning and evening. The spa was clean and toasty, also very private off the master bedroom and the shower was piping hot with great pressure. The kitchen had everything we needed with a great butler pantry to store all our groceries. The on-site manager who stays in the living space above the detached garage was really great too, just there if/when you need him for anything otherwise he is very quiet and seemingly invisible during your stay. He has a phone number for questions and texts back quickly. Overall this location gets very high marks. We had a great stay and hope we can book again someday soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredibly special property

The house, yard, and view were even more beautiful than in the photos. It was immaculate, comfortable, spacious, and extremely well-appointed. The beds & bedding felt luxurious, the kitchen was wonderful to cook in, and it hit the right balance between pristine and homey (in the best way). There were so many thoughtful details (e.g. the labeling in the kitchen, the info in the binder, etc) that made our stay smooth, and the house had wonderful artistic/decorating touches that gave it real charm and originality. Surisingly to me, one of the very best features of this place is the caretaker Xeno. He managed the impossible task of being completely unobtrusive and almost invisible, yet being simultaneously welcoming and helpful if/when needed. He is also very kind! And clearly he works hard and with great care to keep the house and gardens in lovely condition and ensure a pleasant stay for guests. The location in Albion seems remote, quiet, and private, but with Mendocino 12 minutes away and Fort Bragg only 25, everything is at your fingertips. Be sure to have dinner at the Ledford House which is only five minutes away. My two dogs also loved the property. I did find that there were a lot of ticks, but that was true this year of everywhere we went in the area, and is part of a natural landscape, a wet winter, and abundant wildlife. I only mention it so that you plan to put your dogs on a tick preventative treatment. Wonderful property, actually worth the price!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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