The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek

3.5 star property

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Captain's Watch Deluxe Room | Beach/ocean view
Cypress Cottage | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
Ledford Cottage | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace
Van Damme Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
The current price is $265
$238 nightly
$265 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23

Explore the area

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7051 Shoreline Hwy, Little River, CA, 95456
  • Place, Van Damme State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Little River
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Point Cabrillo Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 426 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Water Tower Cottage

  • Ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cypress Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Garden Cottage

  • Partial ocean view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Heather Cottage

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Fuchsia Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Rose Cottage

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Ledford Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 1001 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Pomo Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 850 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

Captain's Watch Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Pacific View Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Whale Watch Deluxe Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Tansy Cottage

  • Partial ocean view
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Thyme Cottage

  • Partial ocean view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Anderson Valley Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Buckhorn Cove Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Van Damme Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Little River

When you stay at The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek in Little River, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Van Damme State Park and Albion River Bridge. .This guesthouse is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Mendocino Headlands State Park and 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve.

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • beach near Little River - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Agate Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Waiting Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Terra Mar Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek

The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek offers 17 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Little River guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 17 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include concierge services, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include express check-out and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 12 buildings
  • Built in 1862
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive a text message 24 hours prior to arrival with check-in instructions.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Inn Schoolhouse Creek
Inn Schoolhouse Creek Little River
Schoolhouse Creek
Schoolhouse Creek Inn
Schoolhouse Creek Little River
The At Schoolhouse Creek
The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek Inn
The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek Little River
The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek Inn Little River

The Inn at Schoolhouse Creek Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great pla
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a gem! Lovely staff too
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Bed comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot to stay on the coast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, beautiful view, and easily accessible parking.
View from our room Captain’s Watch
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely LOVED this place! We had a room with an ocean view that was cozy, clean and perfect in every way!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tasteful and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Great big jacuzzi tub!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Evo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views, location, excellent hiking spot for access to Van Damme park and Mendocino day trips
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Phillury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the quaint ambience of the hotel. Appreciated the bottle of local wine on arrival and the lovely view from the room's deck!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Comfortable bed and nice kitchen but shower had some mold and there were ants in the kitchen. The room could have been a little cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
My husband and I found the place nice. We wish the T V was a little bigger. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely awesome property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane Hodges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly! We stayed in the Ledford cottage. Roomy and Pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were traveling up the coast and needed a place to stay. For the last minute booking, the price was reasonable considering the location. And the room was absolutely charming and way more than we expected. Would definitely stay hete again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiomara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place and would stay here again! It's really the best pet-friendly hotel we've stayed at -they provide a bed, some treats, bowls, poop bags, not to mention there's so much space for dogs to run around and explore.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were super accommodating and welcoming to my dog. They also provided a cute half bottle of wine from a local winery. It was storming the first night, but on the next morning, had beautiful view of the ocean from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanmay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a stunning property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very easy, ahead of time check in. Staff was very communicative. The cottage was very cute and comfortable. Very cozy. My dog had a welcome package which made me very happy. Location was great for us. There is a small beach near by. Everything was very close. Would definitely stay again!
This is the Cypress Cottage.  It has an enclosed area for our dog to go out quickly.
It’s so cute and cozy.  Enough for two plus a small to medium sized dog.  It has a kitchenette to cook a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Point Cabrillo room. It had a great view of the Pacific across California 1. The view could be admird through the sliding glass door or from the small porch. The two double beds were adequate and the room was sufficiently roomy and very comfortable. The property is a bit worn, but is clean and functional. Onsite staff was very helpful. The location is quiet. The walls are a bit thin and we could tell our neighbors were talking, but it was not bad. The Wi-Fi could be improved. The signal strength is adequate toward the front of the room, but very weak towards the back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and reasonable rates! The property was older but clean. Comfy bed nice views from the deck. Check-in was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

serafin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to vaca
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steven A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Upon entering the cottage, it was stuffy and stinky. Bed was comfortable. The room and bathroom were dirty. Spider webs and dead bugs in windows. Bathroom had mold. We couldn’t sit outside because it hadn’t been swept. We won’t go back or recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026