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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, offices

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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Mendocino, CA
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Agate Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Microwave
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The Beach House Inn

About the neighborhood

Mendocino

When you stay at this vacation home in Mendocino, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Russian Gulch State Park and Agate Beach. .This vacation home is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Glass Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Mendocino Headlands State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Russian Gulch State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Agate Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Glass Beach - 22 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waiting Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rhody's Garden Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬8 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.

Sunny getaway with hot tub, yard & beach trail

Summary:

Hiker's Delight



The Space:

This sunny Mendocino retreat makes a hiker's or beachgoer's delight! Explore the Russian Gulch State Park with access to park trails directly behind the backyard, including a trail down to the beach. Within easy reach of scenic trails and great beaches, this two-bedroom home offers the perfect escape from the everyday. After a day at the coast, be sure to soak up the local flavor in the historic Mendocino Village under two miles away with shops, galleries, dining, and entertainment galore.



Designed with comfort in mind, the home comes thoughtfully furnished inside and out to welcome gatherings with friends or family. Nestled against majestic redwoods, the spacious, fully enclosed backyard comes complete with private hot tub, gas grill, and outdoor seating for everything from alfresco meals to post-hike soaks. There's even an outdoor hot shower for rinsing off sand after trips to the beach. The spacious kitchen comes well-appointed for home cooking and there's seating for all at the dining table set for six. In the evenings, unwind with your favorite shows and movies on the living room smart TV. A central fireplace adds cozy comfort for chilly weather.



THINGS TO KNOW

There is a long-term renter in the cottage behind the garage. The rental is behind a fence to ensure privacy. The reserved parking spot belongs to the long term renter. The cottage is rented to one person and a dog.

Streaming services are available on the smart TV using your own accounts.



Other Things to Note:

Check-in Form: To ensure a smooth and secure stay for all guests, we kindly require completion of our short check-in form after booking. This includes signing our standard rental agreement and verifying guest and payment information. It only takes a few minutes and helps us prepare the home for your arrival.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

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Sunny getaway with hot tub, yard & beach trail Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucked away in a lovely quiet neighborhood! We loved the easy access to Mendo and Ft Bragg. The hot tub with the amazing redwoods in the background was such a treat. Cozy, clean and enjoyable for a family weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was ready earlier than check-in time. Although we were not able to take advantage of that, we appreciate it. The house was very clean and very well provisioned. The smart TV and all appliances and amenities worked well. The location is spacious, quiet, and beautiful. There is somewhat of a musty smell in the house, but we burned a scented candle and that helped. Also, there were quite a few spiders inside and out, which is to be expected considering the location near the woods. The windows in the bathrooms only have a sheer curtain and do not provide adequate privacy from outside. Overall, it’s a very nice location and we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house set in a very quiet neighborhood a short drive to Mendocino town and Fort Bragg. We loved the house layout, yard and deck, gas BBQ and of course the hot tub. Main bedroom was a bit musty likely because it’s in the shady side/back of house. The house was very clean and had all of the kitchen tools and other amenities we needed for myself, Husband, and elderly mother. We had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend it, and we would stay again when we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, So. Pasadena

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Father's Day Trip

This house was perfect for my family. My older daughter keeps talking about the yellow house, and wants to go back. We'll definitely try to book this place again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael R.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Very clean home with comfortable beds, beautiful surroundings and amazing backyard. The hot tub had clear instructions to use and the home had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Burke P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house good location had a great time here

The only thing was a bit ruff was my elderly parents getting up and down steps. Other wise the house was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fonda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing in woods and water

We really enjoyed staying here. The woods and being so close to the ocean was exacting what we wanted. It was the perfect distance from Mendicino and Ft Bragg. Although we weren’t able to use the hot tub because of an unforeseen breakdown of it, we appreciated the quick response to the problem. We hope one day we will be able to come back. This place is a delight.🌺
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

Property is located uphill of Hwy 1, just high enough to clear the ocean fog in Mendocino town. The front deck faces West/Southwest; sunny and bright. Easy few minutes into town, with Mendoza's market happy to provide whatever you might need; including a butcher counter. While we vowed to eat out all of the nights we were there, the property kitchen is the best equipped of any property we've stayed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery H.

Liked: Cleanliness

I could see myself living here

Our stay was great! Beautiful interior and sparkly clean. Hot-tubbing under the stars each night in a hot tub nicely tuned to 100 degrees. Sitting on the big patio deck gazing into the forest. Hiking in Russian Gulch State Park. Grilling on the Weber and eating outside with the bistro lights on. Watching a movie on the large television. Cooking in the well-appointed kitchen. Sleeping on the nice Nectar mattress. It was a five-star stay. That’s probably all you need to know, so you can stop here if you don’t want a couple of quirky personal things I noticed. The keypad to get into the house was made for people with a higher IQ than mine. I never did get it right. Luckily, my dear wife had the brains and the knack for getting it to open. She often says that she has strange electricity in her fingertips because electronics don’t always work for her the way they work for everyone else. I think she found her resonant frequency with this keypad. Even if she thought she got the long code wrong, it opened. Even when I thought I got the long code right, it remained locked. May your experience be like my wife’s. And I had trouble getting the shower water calibrated to the right heat. It is a little claustrophobic in the stall with a cold plastic inner liner, so I found myself dancing around a bit to get the water to the right temperature (it was slow to respond to adjustments) and avoid touching the plastic liner. Maybe better to calibrate from outside the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Totally loved this place!

Hiker's Delight is everything it said it would be. Its back gate leads directly into Russian Gulch State Park with well maintained trials through the redwoods and ferns that access the beach/cliffs as well as an inland waterfall. The property is well maintained, well stocked, easy to use, comfortable, quite, and clean. It is very close to Mendocino so groceries and other venues were nearby. You barely see any of the neighboring structures and the detached dwelling was empty when we were there. We had fast and comprehensive support from the VACASA management company, although a personal touch like a "Things to Do" folder and a warning/advisory about local road closures/repairs would have been nice. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Serene and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toby H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We had an amazing family vacation with young kids (5 & 7) in June 2023. We used this property as our home base to explore the North Coast. We mostly stayed in the area (Mendocino, Fort Bragg). The house was amazing! Quiet neighborhood and quiet (close) neighbor w/ sweet dog (studio apt). Our kids loved the backyard. We loved spending a few minutes in the hot tub each evening as a family. Kitchen & outdoor grill served us well. We used the access to the hiking trail to enjoy a fun family hike. We really enjoyed Russian Gulch SP, the Skunk Train, the hike behind the house, Glass Beach, and especially Jug Handle Beach. All close by. Awesome family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tad K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Mendocino

Great house in a very serene setting. The kitchen was very well appointed. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for relaxing and hiking

Great access to hiking and nearby attractions. Outdoor shower and hot tub really make this spot awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot

The property was amazing! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

P

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Lovely house in quiet neighborhood with hiking and beautiful surroundings. Beautiful room to hang out in, nice kitchen, beds were comfy, fireplace lent ambiance Cons: Vacasa is a difficult property management company to deal with. They are all automated, won't let you remove your credit card from their system once you pay, and are not responsive in a timely manner. We couldn't locate the heat controls (turns out the wall heaters have been disabled and the stove doesn't quite heat up the large room) and no response via text or phone until the following day. In fact, they have not posted my review stating this. I will avoid vacasa managed properties in future, but this sure was a lovely house!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hiker's Delight Mendocino

Beautiful part of the Earth on the northern California coast near the most quaint village on the ocean. Home was safe, quiet, well equipped, clean and comfortable. We had a terrific early Thanksgiving feast. I would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dane D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Redwood Forest in the Backyard

The location is awesome as it is nestled in a super quiet neighborhood and has a redwood forest in the backyard. It is super clean and feels like home. The listing states there's a private hot tub, though a long-term studio rental on the property has a diffused view of the tub and shower area. I'd have preferred a solid fence between the two places. The backyard is adjacent to amazing redwoods and offers an easy walk down the trail to beautiful coastal coves and bluffs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful weekend getaway!

My boyfriend and I are still talking about how much we loved our stay. So clean and beautiful! We absolutely hope to stay here again when we return to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quiet place

I loved this house. Nice deck, and a hiking trail in the back. It was so nice to have a quiet, relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house - Terrible communication

This is a gorgeous house in a lovely location. Unfortunately, our arrival was pretty much a disaster. We arrived a day late due to a medical emergency but when I attempted to communicate with Vacasa, couldn't reach anyone via text, email or phone. When we got to the house the next day, we couldn't get in because the code I had wasn't correct. There was no cell service so had to drive into Mendocino to a cafe to get cell service. Finally reached a most helpful service rep., Cecy, who gave us the correct codes. Unfortunately, the Schlage device and lockbox procedure were the most complicated that I've ever had to deal with but we finally got in. It would've been helpful had there been a binder with instructions on how to operate the various devices in the house and a garbage can apart from the recycle. The house was beautiful, the experience not. I don't blame the owners, but Vacasa needs to improve their management.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shiela Q., Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home.

Beautiful home with open floor plan that was perfect for almost 3 toddler. House had quality decor and furniture similar to a luxury hotel. With to die for beds and bedding. Backyard backed up to trails but still enclosed so little one could play safely. Found the kitchen comfortable with nice pots and pans. The half bath is located next to laundry room on opposite side of house from the 2 bedrooms. Complimentary soaps etc. Walkable neighborhood with ocean views. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda A., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and Convenient

Very comfortable home for two couples to rent. Enjoyed backyard privacy and hot tub. Convenient to town of Mendocino.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023