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An Artist's Retreat Overlooking the Pacific
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 6 2000 sq ft
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Manchester, CA
- Irish Beach11 min walk
- Manchester Beach14 min drive
- Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum22 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
North Bedroom
1 King Bed
Office or bedroom 3
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest bath with infinity tub
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Sink off master
Soap · Towels provided
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
An Artist's Retreat Overlooking the Pacific
Located on the beautiful Northern California coast between the historic town of Mendocino (30 miles/48 km North) and the artist community of Gualala (20 miles/32 km South), this extraordinary 2-bath, 3-bedroom retreat -- all on one level, aside from a sunken living room (1 step) – features incredible Pacific Ocean views from virtually every room. See Point Arena Light House, open meadows filled with wildlife, and magical sunsets. Built by a well-known artist, the home features multiple pieces of original artwork below cathedral ceilings. A level 2 Enphase HCS50 EV charger with a J1772 plug (aka J plug or Type 1 connector) is available for guest use.
Bring food and drink to create a special recipe in the well-equipped kitchen which features new appliances, including a refrigerator, microwave, and range with a convection oven. Enjoy a meal in the adjoining dining area with an ocean view.
The master and second bedrooms are in separate wings of the house, ensuring privacy whenever you want it. The master opens to a deck with ocean views, has a Cal King bed, a reading area, and ample closet space. The expansive master bath offers a huge two-person all tile shower. The second bedroom has ocean views, a king bed, many shelves of books, and a large closet. The second bathroom is next door and features a deep infinity tub/shower with fantastic ocean views.
A third bedroom/office has a queen futon, a desk & printer, and a full wall of closet space.
We welcome children, but the home is not childproofed and some original artwork features tasteful female nudes.
The large, comfortable living room overlooks the ocean, has mid-century modern furniture, a fireplace, board games, and a flat screen TV with Netflix, Max, Disney Plus, YouTubeTV, and Amazon Prime shows & movies available to easily stream (just press a button) via fast, unlimited internet. An HDMI cable is provided so you can connect to your computer. There is no 'regular' television service.
Take an easy drive up the coast to Mendocino and Fort Bragg or south to the Point Arena light house. Enjoy the sounds of breaking waves, see migrating whales, walk or drive to the private 8-mile beach or Pomo Lake, visit Anderson Valley wineries, sample fare at remarkable restaurants & bakeries. Or do nothing...just relax.
Forget something? No worries! A well-stocked grocery store is located in Manchester, 4 miles/6.5 km south. Want a little excitement? Visit the casino/restaurant, tour the lighthouse, or take in a movie in the town of Point Arena, 8 miles/13 km south.
Come visit, we'd love to hear from you!
Bring food and drink to create a special recipe in the well-equipped kitchen which features new appliances, including a refrigerator, microwave, and range with a convection oven. Enjoy a meal in the adjoining dining area with an ocean view.
The master and second bedrooms are in separate wings of the house, ensuring privacy whenever you want it. The master opens to a deck with ocean views, has a Cal King bed, a reading area, and ample closet space. The expansive master bath offers a huge two-person all tile shower. The second bedroom has ocean views, a king bed, many shelves of books, and a large closet. The second bathroom is next door and features a deep infinity tub/shower with fantastic ocean views.
A third bedroom/office has a queen futon, a desk & printer, and a full wall of closet space.
We welcome children, but the home is not childproofed and some original artwork features tasteful female nudes.
The large, comfortable living room overlooks the ocean, has mid-century modern furniture, a fireplace, board games, and a flat screen TV with Netflix, Max, Disney Plus, YouTubeTV, and Amazon Prime shows & movies available to easily stream (just press a button) via fast, unlimited internet. An HDMI cable is provided so you can connect to your computer. There is no 'regular' television service.
Take an easy drive up the coast to Mendocino and Fort Bragg or south to the Point Arena light house. Enjoy the sounds of breaking waves, see migrating whales, walk or drive to the private 8-mile beach or Pomo Lake, visit Anderson Valley wineries, sample fare at remarkable restaurants & bakeries. Or do nothing...just relax.
Forget something? No worries! A well-stocked grocery store is located in Manchester, 4 miles/6.5 km south. Want a little excitement? Visit the casino/restaurant, tour the lighthouse, or take in a movie in the town of Point Arena, 8 miles/13 km south.
Come visit, we'd love to hear from you!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
The home is not childproofed.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
We love them but we have white carpets.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or outside, please.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave the garage door opener and the beach gate card on the counter between the kitchen and dining area
If you move furniture or rugs -- or use puzzles, games, books, movies, CDs, BBQ, or stored appliances -- return the items to their original spots
Ensure heat, both wall heaters and central, are OFF
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.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Manchester
Located in Manchester, this holiday home is in a rural area. California Coastal National Monument and Arena Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Manchester State Park and Brush Creek-Lagoon Lake Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manchester, CA
What's nearby
- Irish Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Manchester Beach - 14 min drive - 9.2 km
- B. Bryan Preserve - 17 min drive - 18.6 km
- Garcia River Casino - 21 min drive - 21.8 km
- Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 22 min drive - 18.9 km
Restaurants
- Employee Dining Room - 19 min drive
- River Bar - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Karla Simmons

I worked in publishing for over 20 years so my homes are full of books. Fiction, non-fiction, travel, short stories...I love 'em all. I've lived in the Bay Area much of my life but have also spent time in Paris (4th arrondissement) where I learned to love food, art, and cooking. Sharing my home with guests gives me great pleasure and offers me an opportunity to meet wonderful people from all over the world.
Why they chose this property
We bought this home because of the calm, the ever-changing views of the ocean, and for its wonderful art and architecture. We live in the Bay Area, which we love, but getting away from the hustle and bustle soothes us.
What makes this property unique
The views and the sounds of the magical, wild Pacific Ocean!
Languages:
English, French
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