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A two-story wooden cabin with a covered porch and a garage.
A room with a window seat, wooden chair, and pillows.
A spacious room with a dining area, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, large windows with blinds, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with wicker furniture, overlooking a grassy area with trees and a small building.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, roads, and scattered buildings.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Manchester, CA
  • Place, Irish Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Manchester Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park
    ‪59 min drive‬

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
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About the neighborhood

Manchester

Located in Manchester, this vacation home is by the sea, a 3-minute drive from Irish Beach and 6 minutes from Lake Davis Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve. .This vacation home is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Manchester Beach and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Manchester State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Irish Beach - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Manchester Beach - 21 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 28 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Van Damme State Park - 49 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 59 min drive - 31.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Employee Dining Room - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪River Bar - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars

A fully equipped, recently built (2003) beach home with two comfy bedrooms with yummy queen beds, a great room, a private deck outside the kitchen, and a cozy, romantic rooftop living room or a back yard jacuzzi with ocean views and starry, starry nights. Our beach house and decks are protected from the strong winds that buffet the bluffside. Take a walk down the nature path or the road past Pomo Lake to the private, gated beach for five miles of sandy coast, dramatic rocks, and lively tidepools to explore. Or just cross the road and enjoy the thick Mendocino forest. Our home is two fully independent duplexes. Sarah and I have the smaller one bedroom south side, but we are rarely in residence. If by chance we are there during your visit, we are especially quiet and considerate.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a hot tub and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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 and a first aid kit
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

The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay. Loved the location and serenity of this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities and stay were great. We had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great and very accommodating. Simple, easy location for day access around area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Great stay, as advertised. Nice sunset views, and the hot tub under the stars was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a total dream! My partner and I stayed here for a long weekend for our anniversary and already want to go back. The house has everything you need - big living space with tons of natural light, a well stocked kitchenette with full stovetop & oven (cooking was a breeze), two outdoor patios for enjoying the view, comfy beds, and a hot tub perfect for stargazing. Plus, the semi-private beach nearby is PERFECT!! There's parking, bathrooms, and it's only a short walk from the car to the beach, so you aren't hauling a cooler full of snacks for ages. The house is also conveniently located near Point Arena for some cute shops & eateries, and we had deer visit the meadow out back daily. Overall, staying here was truly great - the place was clean, well stocked (kitchen supplies, towels, bedding, etc.), and the check in / out process was a breeze. We were just two people but you easily could have 4-5 (there was an air mattress in one of the bedroom closets). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful location accommodating hosts.

Nice clean place , hosts were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant home and location!

This home was great for our weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a nice secluded home for a few days. The stars are so bright and plentiful, saw many shooting stars. The hot tub was a nice addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms are clean with lots of amenities. Charging is convenient if you have an EV. Location is great for exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay

We enjoyed our stay here and felt the descriptions were accurate and the local information about activities were so helpful. The kids loved the bakery and the B. Bryan Reserve.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable. The easy access to a fairly secluded beach was great. Owner was very quick to respond to questions
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Getaway

We love the Irish Beach area and have visited several times, and this place is a highlight. The location and views are terrific, the place is modern yet comfortable, and Jess is a really great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

I am a repeat guest. Lovely property and host. Cleaning staff is very kind as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely and quiet home with wildlife wandering through the yard! Having access to the private beach was very special. The fireplace needs to be fixed, but other than that, all in all a great stay. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Simple Clean and close to beach

The host was next door and available for any needs. The place was clean and worked out well for our getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

This was perfect for our weekend getaway - close to CA Hwy 1 to explore the coast, well positioned near Gualala, Pt Arena, and Mendocino, and a comfortable home with all that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful!

I enjoy the serenity of this property and the beach and look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable with beach access

Very enjoyable long weekend with a medium sized dog. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stat

We had a pleasant stay at Jess’ property. The property had everything we needed and was a good price.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Irish Beach

Great location and access to a beautiful beach where you can roam for miles. It is small but has all you need. Great for a couple or small family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Gateway

Lovely property with beautiful views and all the essential necessities. Perfect for quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and Comfortable

The unit was well appointed and very comfortable. We would definitely stay the again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

This was a great place to stay. The house was clean and just as described. The roof patio was/is a great place to look at the sky and star gazing all night. I will save this place and book again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quiet spot to get away & relax

Very nice, quiet, comfortable property. Quaint, homie, and private. Perfect place to avoid crowds and noise especially for NYE for the family, including our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Active mold growing in shower made me terribly sick. Owner did nothing when informed
Mold in shower
Mold in shower
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026