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Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61850 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Downstairs bedroom
2 Single Beds
Upstairs back bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Captain Bed
1 Double Bed
Upstairs Master
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Upstairs bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Little River
Little River is home to this holiday home. Kelley House Museum and Albion River Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Glass Beach and Van Damme State Park. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting.
Little River, CA
What's nearby
- Van Damme State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Mendocino Headlands State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Agate Beach - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
- Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
- Glass Beach - 28 min drive - 24.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Brickery Pizza - 4 min drive
- Waiting Room - 4 min drive
- Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - 4 min drive
- Little River Inn - 17 min walk
- Patterson's Pub - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
19 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Devon H.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
20 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Irene & John S.
15 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home beautifully maintained and stocked with everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.
Irene & John S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly D.
11 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Kimberly D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary C.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Women’s getaway
Rosemary C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jon S.
10 Feb, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT
Jon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin J.
9 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erin J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Courtney K.
13 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and very comfortable- loved the location
Courtney K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Randall H.
15 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Location
Randall H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joshua S.
25 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!
Joshua S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kris L.
30 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You Won’t Want To Leave!



Kris L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Yvonne H.
5 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wonderful House - But Beware...
Yvonne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa K.
10 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our Very High Expectations
Lisa K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Randall D.
26 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Little River House
Randall D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann E.
12 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Ann E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Brittany S.
5 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
August 2021 stay
Brittany S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katherine E.
31 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, would book again!
Katherine E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy M.
26 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
Nancy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nichole R.
23 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming House
Nichole R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
21 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous week at the Northbound Whale
Sarah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James D.
20 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Mendo Holiday
James D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amon M.
2 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family escape!
Amon M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tamara R.
5 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend getaway
Tamara R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Lori Shanoff
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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