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Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach!

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach! (Mendocino)
At Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach!, you can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like bicycling and kayaking at this vacation home. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach!

This 1880's home is large and comfortable. Although home is rustic and a bit funky, (Over 145 years old!) beds are all new and very comfortable, and it the ONLY home in Mendocino with an extra large yard and a path directly to the beach!

Great for a couples or a family. Everything is within walking distance, including coffee, restaurants, ice cream, two beaches, whale watching, live theater, art studio, shops and site seeing.

For that true needed relaxation the Mendocino beach house is the place. Just watch the waves from your deck as you drink some local wine, have a picnic lunch, or take a walk down the special beach path and explore the caves and look for shells and sea glass. Great for 2 weeks or more!

Also great place to get some work done. Wireless internet throughout. Printer, paper, desk, larger screen and hookups all available.

By the way Cinderella really did live here!


Mendocino, Family, beachfront, Vacation Rental Home, Beach, ocean view

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put used towels in washer and start on quick wash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No loud or late parties, or EXTRA GUESTS! WATER SHORTAGE!
Covid safety rules , and no additional guests.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 dog, must be current on flea treatments

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: large yard, games, videos, path to the beach

Events

No events allowed
No parties at all

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: no parties at all
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Mendocino Beach House With Views Path Directly to the Beach!
Mendocino Beach House Views Path Directly Beach
House Views Path Directly Beach
Mendocino Beach Views Path Directly Beach
Views Path Directly Beach
Mendocino Beach House With Views Beach Path Directly From Yard!
Mendocino Beach House With Views Path Directly to the Beach!
House Views Path Directly

About the neighborhood

Map
Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mendocino Art Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Big River - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Agate Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waiting Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Mendocino vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Mendocino Headlands State Park, Ford House Visitor Center and Museum, and Kelley House Museum. Friendship Park and Big River are also within 10 minutes.

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Ocean Views Mendocino Beach House Path directly to the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia W.

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

Magical stay at a beautiful quirky home

Quirky home and garden in perfect location for enjoying Mendocino. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas B.

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

eclectic home very cool

great location - comfy beds and pillows - crazy eclectic backyard
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful views, lovely bedrooms, comfortable home. Loved the big yard and beach access. The outdoor Christmas lights were a nice touch. Walking distance to market, restaurants, coffee shop, bookstore, town and coastal trails. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith N.

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

Wonderful

My sisters and I stayed here for 4 nights celebrating 2 birthdays. The house was perfect- so comfortable and the setting is glorious- the beach is a short walk from the property and is so beautiful. We also enjoyed walking along the bluff and exploring the town. We will be back for sure!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison K., Berkeley, CA

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

Great getaway

Our family stayed here for two nights over a weekend and really appreciated the house and its location. It was clean, beds were comfortable, and we all had fun exploring the yard and its neat surprises, the beach, local trails, and access to yummy food in town. The owner was very communicative and helpful. Five stars!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nanci S.

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

Wonderful Comfy Beach Housebeds

Beds were super comfy. Kitchen is fabulous!! Lovely fireplace and cozy couch.Went kayaking on the river and toe dipping in the ocean. Had very good meals in town at Fog Eater and Trilium. Pizzas from the Beaujolais also excellent. Fun time! Lots to do. We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marya E.

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

Quaint Cinderella Cottage

Loved this property, it is not the fanciest or biggest house but it is very quaint and comfortable. Kitchen was probably the best stocked kitchen with every appliance you could ever need. Love the path to the beach and would definitely stay here again. If I had one complaint it would be the upstairs bedroom to the right would benefit from a memory foam topper as bed is very very firm but all in all a great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryland G., San Francisco, CA US

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

Awesome stay!

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at the Cinderella House and had a magical experience. We had so much fun exploring the property; surprises around every corner. The location can't be beat. We could walk everywhere. Our bed was super comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. We enjoyed dinner at La Luna Italian restaurant and watching the Warriors game at Pattersons. Looking forward to going back one of these days!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Graciousness while under fire, someone literally!

Overall, we had an excellent experience with this charming home and its gracious host. Unfortunately, when we arrived in Mendocino, the power was off so we had no heat, cooking capability, or water because the well requires a pump. We now have tremendous empathy for what Californians are going through and hope to return to this fabulous property under better circumstances next time. The host refunded our payment and we very much appreciated that. If it weren’t for our fluky timing, everything would’ve been absolutely perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location excellent! Gardens whimsical and large. House and deck spacious and wonderful views. Beds and bedding fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beachside house. So many touches to make us feel welcome from flowers to wine. Everything was perfect. Beds were great with tons of warm blankets. Interesting garden. Loved every minute
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Pleasant house

My husband, daughter, son-in- law and I enjoyed this house. It was the only VRBO I found in Mendocino that had king-sized beds in 2 of the bedrooms, so although it has a 3rd bedroom which we didn't need I rented it. The kitchen was well equiped although we were not cooking. They did not skimp on the matresses, pillows and bedding. The back yard is interesting. We did have difficulty getting into the lock boxes - host needs to explain them better - and the lock to the door was very difficult which we pointed out to the owner who came by. The path to the beach is a bit of a hazzard, but there is a good path behind the church 2 doors down. We had a wonderful meal at the Italian restaurant - I forget the name - that is just 3 blocks away, but if you are interested be sure to make a reservation. Also enjoyed The Wharf in Fort Bragg, and I also suggest reservations there. We were blessed with sunshine and no rain, but it is windy and thus can be cold in unprotected areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

Revisit to Childhood Home

First, communication with Gary was great and I am are so happy we were able to stay in the “Cinderella House”. I lived in this house in the late 1950’s and have been wanting to stay here ever since it became available as a rental. I’m thrilled that Gary researched and provided historical information that I didn’t previously know about the house and previous owners. I appreciate that he has kept as much as he could of the original house. It does make it a little quirky, but that is really what makes the house charming and relevant to the charm of Mendocino, as it was just a sleepy fishing town in the 50’s.The beds were comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed and the backyard was amazing! The crab apple tree that I remember is still there and now creates an umbrella for a special area that I would’ve loved to have had as a child (I won’t spoil the surprise by going into detail). And then there’s the treehouse … and all the amazing artwork to enjoy throughout the yard.The items in the yard that have been collected over the years contained a wonderful surprise for our family (see Texaco truck photo of my brother). Who knows what else we may have left behind that now has a wonderful place for all to enjoy. Last, by not least, the view of Big River and the ability to walk down to the beach. Stunning and peaceful. I hope to bring my siblings back next time we rent this house. Thank you, Gary, for sharing your house so I could take a wonderful walk down memory lane.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avery June L.

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

Fantastic!

My husband ran the Mendocino 50k and we walked to the start/finish from the house, and also out to dinner. The yard is lovely! We have an old grandpa puppy and he also enjoyed his stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tim and Linda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mendo review

As stated, the house was right at the entrance to Mendocino village and provided quick walking access to all the attractions within Mendocino.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

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

Mendocino Magic

We had a wonderful time in this charming house with a huge yard full of art and toys and a view and path to the beach. Our grandchildren's favorite spot is a large bush with a secret room inside with table and chairs and pots for making magic potion.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Once again great stay

Great property, takes care of all our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda N.

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

Cinderella House

Had a 3 night stay with daughter and granddaughter along with my dog Jett. Loved the house and the location with easy access to the village and the beach. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

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

Old time Mendocino

I felt at home the minute I walked in. This is one of the early Mendocino houses and you feel it. It has character and plenty of comfortable places to sit and read or gather - inside and outside. I love the path to the beach which I walked early in the morning and at sunset. I hope I can come back one day for a longer period.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

A great find

This place stands out as a truly exceptional find, both the house and the large back yard have a lot of character and charm. Every corner seems to hold a surprise, with an eclectic array of artwork adorning the walls and outdoor spaces. It’s also great that the beach is just a 5-minute walk down your own private path. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and am already planning my return visit. For those seeking a vacation rental with character, tranquility, and easy beach access, I highly recommend this.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

terrific way to visit Mendocino

Property is magical. Old house vibe with modern core. Great back yard, with beach views and easy beach access. Location is ab fab - steps from downtown and easy drive to all locations nearby. Kitchen well planned and equipped. Bedrooms large with updated beds. Baths clean and well stocked. Easy parking and access. Very welcoming living and entertaining (dining) area. Technology A+. Friends who live in the area visited us and said this is one of the best rentals sites they have seen. We'll be back, for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle C.

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

Cinderella House

This is a wonderful location—lots of time at the beach and walking in Mendocino. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia P.

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

Relaxing vacation!

We enjoyed a very relaxing vacation at this charming house by the beach. The house was comfortable, with all the amenities one could ask for to ensure a pleasant stay. The backyard is beautiful and offers a serene spot to enjoy morning coffee. The beach is only a 10 minute walk, with a trail with stairs at the top. The bottom of the trail could use some trimming of the bushes, as they were very overgrown. The house is close to shops and restaurants. Overall, it is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friend vacay

Wonderful home with great character. No cookie cutter here! Walk to the beach was fantastic, comfortable beds and great back porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther W.

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

Perfect family getaway

A new family favorite. We had such a wonderful stay and hope to come again! Thank you Gary for a very happy time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024