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50+ acre Nature Preserve with Ponds & Meadows: Azul Cottage Retreat
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4975 sq ft
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Explore the area

Mendocino, CA
- Place, Russian Gulch State Park16 min walk
- Place, Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park1 min drive
- Place, Caspar Headlands State Beach3 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
50+ acre Nature Preserve with Ponds & Meadows: Azul Cottage Retreat
Whether you are looking to relax, explore, or unplug, Mendocino Tranquility Meadows has it all. Nestled just outside the charming coastal town of Mendocino, this cozy 2-bedroom cottage offers the perfect escape for your next vacation. Picnic in the meadow along multiple ponds and hike breathtaking trails on more than 50 acres of land. Mendocino Tranquility Meadows is perfect for your relaxing vacation, private event, wedding, family gathering, or get together with friends boasting ample outdoor space and natural beauty. Gather around the outdoor Adirondack chairs for an unforgettable evening, cook meals with loved ones, stargaze in the meadow at the expansive night sky, and immerse yourself in nature. Comfortably accommodates 4 guests in Azul Cottage.
Mendocino Tranquility Meadows is a historic birder's dream. Originally owned by legendary conservationist Jacques Helfer a renowned author of "99 Birds of the Mendocino Coast" and "The Natural History of Mendocino." A 2 acre pond is at the heart of the property and is home to many bird species including ducks, osprey, warblers, swallows, hawks, and owls. And yet less than 2 miles north of the famous town of Mendocino. Numerous beaches, Surfing, kayaking, bird watching, hiking, mountain biking, shopping, wine tasting….. and world class restaurants all minutes away!
Venture out and explore the nearby attractions such as popular Point Cabrillo Lighthouse & Museum, Caspar State Beach, and stunning Russian Gulch State Park with ocean bluff trails & beach, all only a 3 minute drive away.
Azul, a Southwest themed cozy cottage, features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full custom kitchen including granite countertops, and handsome gas fireplace stove for a romantic evening. Beautiful wood furniture throughout. Full bathroom with shower/tub. All windows look onto trees and nature. 1 queen bed in each bedroom for a total of 2 queen beds in Azul suitable for 4 total guests. Dwellings are farm chic, quaint and light filled with county rustic feel. Please note, we do not offer a TV. Get ready to relax and unplug! Whether you're seeking a cozy retreat or a family-friendly getaway, this property has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation in Mendocino.
Double bonded DSL Wifi provided in Azul Cottage.
Set off of Highway one, you can hear some highway noise outside the cottages but you cannot see the road or other houses. We have one security camera on the garage facing the driveway (facing away from the house) for everyone's safety. This place is close to amenities including grocery stores, pharmacies, shops, and medical clinics in both Mendocino (2 miles away) and Fort Bragg (7 miles away) yet it is like staying in a private park.
*For Larger Groups, Events & Weddings ~ Please let us know your desired dates for availability, more information and pricing. Additional Meadowlark House (3 bedroom) and Seaglass Cottage (2 bedroom) available on the property. Search the listing ID below on VRBO's site for pictures & to book additional accommodations.*
***Meadowlark VRBO listing ID 1269197
***Seaglass VRBO listing ID 3115085
***Azul & Seaglass (both cottages rented together) VRBO listing ID 3223553
Before booking, please review all house rules to make sure it is the right place for you including:
~ Check-in is 4pm -10pm (unless prior arrangements are requested and granted) / Check out is by 11am
~ This is a Non-smoking property - This includes inside and outside the cottage. Violating this policy will result in charges for the full cost of damage.
~Please be aware wildlife is common on the nature preserve including but not limited to deer, raccoons, coyotes, foxes and the like.
~GPS may not be accurate, please review the detailed directions and property information provided before your stay.
Welcome to Mendocino Tranquility Meadows! Enjoy your stay with us!
Mendocino Tranquility Meadows is a historic birder's dream. Originally owned by legendary conservationist Jacques Helfer a renowned author of "99 Birds of the Mendocino Coast" and "The Natural History of Mendocino." A 2 acre pond is at the heart of the property and is home to many bird species including ducks, osprey, warblers, swallows, hawks, and owls. And yet less than 2 miles north of the famous town of Mendocino. Numerous beaches, Surfing, kayaking, bird watching, hiking, mountain biking, shopping, wine tasting….. and world class restaurants all minutes away!
Venture out and explore the nearby attractions such as popular Point Cabrillo Lighthouse & Museum, Caspar State Beach, and stunning Russian Gulch State Park with ocean bluff trails & beach, all only a 3 minute drive away.
Azul, a Southwest themed cozy cottage, features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full custom kitchen including granite countertops, and handsome gas fireplace stove for a romantic evening. Beautiful wood furniture throughout. Full bathroom with shower/tub. All windows look onto trees and nature. 1 queen bed in each bedroom for a total of 2 queen beds in Azul suitable for 4 total guests. Dwellings are farm chic, quaint and light filled with county rustic feel. Please note, we do not offer a TV. Get ready to relax and unplug! Whether you're seeking a cozy retreat or a family-friendly getaway, this property has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation in Mendocino.
Double bonded DSL Wifi provided in Azul Cottage.
Set off of Highway one, you can hear some highway noise outside the cottages but you cannot see the road or other houses. We have one security camera on the garage facing the driveway (facing away from the house) for everyone's safety. This place is close to amenities including grocery stores, pharmacies, shops, and medical clinics in both Mendocino (2 miles away) and Fort Bragg (7 miles away) yet it is like staying in a private park.
*For Larger Groups, Events & Weddings ~ Please let us know your desired dates for availability, more information and pricing. Additional Meadowlark House (3 bedroom) and Seaglass Cottage (2 bedroom) available on the property. Search the listing ID below on VRBO's site for pictures & to book additional accommodations.*
***Meadowlark VRBO listing ID 1269197
***Seaglass VRBO listing ID 3115085
***Azul & Seaglass (both cottages rented together) VRBO listing ID 3223553
Before booking, please review all house rules to make sure it is the right place for you including:
~ Check-in is 4pm -10pm (unless prior arrangements are requested and granted) / Check out is by 11am
~ This is a Non-smoking property - This includes inside and outside the cottage. Violating this policy will result in charges for the full cost of damage.
~Please be aware wildlife is common on the nature preserve including but not limited to deer, raccoons, coyotes, foxes and the like.
~GPS may not be accurate, please review the detailed directions and property information provided before your stay.
Welcome to Mendocino Tranquility Meadows! Enjoy your stay with us!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact for a quote for weddings or events!
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash any kitchen dishes
Turn off fireplace stove (if you turned it on)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: Contact for a quote for weddings or events!
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
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Mendocino
Located in Mendocino, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Skunk Train are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mendocino, CA
What's nearby
- Russian Gulch State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
- Caspar Headlands State Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
- Glass Beach - 19 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Sea Pal Cove - 11 min drive
- Noyo Fish Company - 10 min drive
- World's Largest Salmon BBQ - 9 min drive
- Noyo Harbor Inn - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
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Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bruce T.
21 Dec, 2025
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Bruce T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
candace p.
25 Sept, 2025
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candace p.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Molly R.
13 Oct, 2025
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Molly R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
PGolf2
19 Oct, 2025
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PGolf2
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10/10 Excellent
Camille C.
15 May, 2025
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Camille C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
chardonnay k.
9 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, cozy property
chardonnay k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dennis and Louise R.
17 Jul, 2025
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Dennis and Louise R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Jay W.
8 Jun, 2025
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Jay W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location w/ great host
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andry D.
2 Sept, 2025
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Andry D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole M.
29 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Retreat



Nicole M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Priscilla H.
10 Sept, 2025
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Priscilla H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
leslie h.
12 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature on site
leslie h.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alisa C.
26 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fort Bragg Quick Getaway
Alisa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Patrick R.
30 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of windows great view
Patrick R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason V.
10 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vacation
Jason V.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
joyce m.
19 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quiet retreat
joyce m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
11 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Mary B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janelle A.
6 Aug, 2025
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Janelle A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandra S.
19 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Sandra S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Jim N.
24 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda's birthday weekend
Jim N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
20 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility Indeed
Susan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
6 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Julie C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy K.
8 Mar, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway!
Jeremy K.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
About the host
Hosted by Peter Scott
With two young kids, my wife and I found an amazing property that was a private nature sanctuary that had lost it's owner. It had been a bird watching spot named "Tranquility". The property has it all. We fell in love with the ponds, open meadow land, beautiful trees, trails and not to mention wild huckleberries. Each time a friend visits they are blown away by the treasures this property has to offer.
After giving up the office life, and much hard work rebuilding the dwellings we started our family run business to open up the natural beauty to families like you. We hope you will create memories you will never forget, like watching ducks on the pond, osprey circling overhead, playing Frisbee on the grass, and sipping a cup coffee with birds singing in the background. We can't wait for you to see it for yourself!
After giving up the office life, and much hard work rebuilding the dwellings we started our family run business to open up the natural beauty to families like you. We hope you will create memories you will never forget, like watching ducks on the pond, osprey circling overhead, playing Frisbee on the grass, and sipping a cup coffee with birds singing in the background. We can't wait for you to see it for yourself!
Why they chose this property
Recognized for the quality of its architecture and the integrity of its natural setting, charming Victorian-era buildings and rich history, Mendocino was named to the National Register of Historic Places, the only town on the California coast to be designated as such.
With a small town feel, yet vibrant and beautifully preserved, Mendocino is a set along a drop dead gorgeous natural surroundings with the town’s edge meeting the Pacific Ocean ocean. Rarely do rich architecture, beauty and nature merge with winding pathways and secluded beaches where visitors can take in the show of breaching whales and barking sea lions.
With a small town feel, yet vibrant and beautifully preserved, Mendocino is a set along a drop dead gorgeous natural surroundings with the town’s edge meeting the Pacific Ocean ocean. Rarely do rich architecture, beauty and nature merge with winding pathways and secluded beaches where visitors can take in the show of breaching whales and barking sea lions.
What makes this property unique
Mendocino Tranquility Meadows Nature Preserve has the best of both worlds - close proximity to the historic town of Mendocino and tucked only 2 miles away on a huge tract of land with ponds and meadows makes this the escape to nature you’ve been craving. You’ll find tranquility, adventure, and recharge yourself in the quiet and beauty.
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