Serendipity - with Ocean Views and Beach Access
4.8
Outstanding(133 Reviews)House in Mendocino County, CA
14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Serendipity is a fantastic 3+bedroom vacation rental along the ocean, the beach, and the 10-Mile River north of Fort Bragg. The spacious home offers lots of room to roam with a king primary full bath (includes 2 twin beds in a trundle), 2 queen bedrooms, with bathrooms, and an alcove bedroom with a queen bed. An additional cottage with a king and a queen sofa sleeper with a half bath to sleep up to 14 people in total. But there’s more - a fun-filled game room, a fully equipped stainless-steel kitchen, and a private hot tub making it the perfect setting for your next family reunion or holiday gathering! The home is ideally located across the street from beach access (at 10 Mile River & Seaside Beach), just five minutes away from whale watching and collecting sea shells at MacKerricher State Park, 14 minutes to antique shopping and restaurants in Fort Bragg, and if you want to stretch it a bit, just another 8 minutes down the road to Mendocino.
The home will instantly relax you with heated tile flooring, a gas fireplace, and a large sectional sofa. A stained glass window depicting life undersea becomes the beautiful focal point of the open-concept living room. The carved-wood media center offers flat-screen cable TV, CD player, DVD library and player.
Kitchen accessories include a dishwasher, French door refrigerator w/ice maker, double sink, ovens, and glass stove top. The kitchen island will keep you from brushing elbows while preparing the big meal, and two bar stools around the island for relaxing and visiting with the chefs of your group. The early risers can enjoy a large pub-style table with 4 chairs next to large picture windows to view the outdoor wildlife. Just off the living area are a formal dining room and table for ten. The garage has been set up as a game room, offering a wood table for four to deal out a game of Texas Hold 'Em, a foosball table, a ping-pong table, and plenty of storage space for your beach bags and mountain bikes. When game time's over, lounge outside in patio furniture on the deck or in the private hot tub. The charcoal grill and hot tub will allow you to keep the fun outdoors and take advantage of the fresh ocean air.
Although Serendipity is pet friendly, please note that it is limited to dogs only with a maximum number of no more than 2.
The home will instantly relax you with heated tile flooring, a gas fireplace, and a large sectional sofa. A stained glass window depicting life undersea becomes the beautiful focal point of the open-concept living room. The carved-wood media center offers flat-screen cable TV, CD player, DVD library and player.
Kitchen accessories include a dishwasher, French door refrigerator w/ice maker, double sink, ovens, and glass stove top. The kitchen island will keep you from brushing elbows while preparing the big meal, and two bar stools around the island for relaxing and visiting with the chefs of your group. The early risers can enjoy a large pub-style table with 4 chairs next to large picture windows to view the outdoor wildlife. Just off the living area are a formal dining room and table for ten. The garage has been set up as a game room, offering a wood table for four to deal out a game of Texas Hold 'Em, a foosball table, a ping-pong table, and plenty of storage space for your beach bags and mountain bikes. When game time's over, lounge outside in patio furniture on the deck or in the private hot tub. The charcoal grill and hot tub will allow you to keep the fun outdoors and take advantage of the fresh ocean air.
Although Serendipity is pet friendly, please note that it is limited to dogs only with a maximum number of no more than 2.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Mendocino County, CA
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(133 Reviews)4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was very good
4.8
We had 4 different families staying here -- 9 adults ranging from, 79 years old to 21 and 6 children -- 16 years old to 2 years old. There was plenty of room & privacy. Memories of a lifetime were made!
4.8
This was our second time staying at Serendipity and even with three more people it was a wonderful relaxing stay. We are so grateful to be able to enjoy one another in such a beautiful place on the coast. Amazing view, steps to the beach, and so close to town.
4.8
This house provided the accommodations needed for our family of three kids, their spouses and children. There was plenty of entertainment to be had with the game room, hot tub and beach close by.
The whole family thoroughly enjoyed the property and will book this home again.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our second family vacation staying at Serendipity. The lay out is great for a large group. It is clean and has beach access. We will stay again in the future.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time!
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice quiet location near the ocean. Good beach access. 84 concrete steps to the beach. House was in good shape. The ocean view is a little limited. The house was quite adequate for 4 couples with each room having at least a toilet and sink. We stayed the 3 days on the property playing games and walking. We would consider staying here again.
4.8
We had a group of 10 and this home was perfect. It’s very well stocked, close to the beach, and in a quiet neighborhood. Everyone enjoyed their stay.
4.8
The home was extremely clean and as advertised. We loved the flexibility of the space and the access to the beach. Our family loved staying here and would come back again next year
4.8
The home was extremely clean and as advertised. We loved the flexibility of the space and the access to the beach. Our family loved staying here and would come back again next year
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a totally delightful space for a group of singers! The acoustics in the dining room and the living room / kitchen are excellent. We filled the days with lots of wonderful music. This very tidy, spacious home met our needs beautifully. We even had places for some hand craft projects. It was such fun for our "mature" group to play ping-pong, and the hot tub soaks were so relaxing. Many of us took walks down the nearby staircase to Seaside Beach where we explored picturesque Whale Rock and other interesting ocean features. Communication with our hosts before, during, and after our stay was genuinely kind and most helpful. We had a few minor issues with appliances, but it didn't damper the spirit of a most enjoyable stay. We are filled with gratitude for the privilege of experiencing this lovely place on our California coast.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed at Serendipity for three days in October. Our daughter was getting married nearby and we wanted a place that would hold the whole family. We loved the house and the location. The grandkids played for hours in the game room and many of us enjoyed the hot tub. Beach access is across the street and down many stairs. Once you make it down the beach is beautiful and private. If you walk one way you find a huge river the other way is Sand Dollar beach. It was a wonderful weekend!
4.8
We had 10 members of the family Serendipity was perfect. Excellent location to the beach. Had a wonderful week.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Clean, large house, easy access to beach. Quiet area. Great when you have little ones with you.
4.8
We will enjoy our stay.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay was wonderful. When there was a minor hot tub issue was taken care of quickly by helpful, friendly staff. How everything works was clearly written for us. Perfect view with a beach. Our family loved it.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our 2nd time staying at this property and our expectation were exceeded once again. The property was exactly as described and you can't beat the location. We spent 5 days enjoying the beach with our young adult children. With so many games, etc., we didn't have a dull moment. It was the perfect mix of family, relaxation and fun!
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have an annual trip to Fort Bragg, with our extended families renting houses, as well. All homes were walking distances to each other. The layout was great and couch allowed for easy socializing. Our only complaint is that better internet service would allow some of our members ( who had to work ) avoid going to another location.
4.8
A great home for a family to bring the kids and hang out. The game room is supplied with everything you need to stay entertained. The great room was comfortable and the view of the ocean waves was spectacular.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is such a lovely house! Great family home! This was our second year (not in a row) staying at this home. The first year therre were a few issues. It is always gratifying when owners respond to renters feedback and do their best to correct problems and they have! Personally, I hate the glass cooktop but it is what it is. The kitchen has a LOT of stuff but if something is essential to a recipe, bring your own pan, sharp knife, etc. New couch since we were here last. Beautiful and comfortable!! Snuggly mattresses! The shower in the first bdrm south of the kitchen needs a new shower head! Needs to be hand-held. The location is ideal and private feeling. Across the street from a great beach. The kids loved it! I would stay here again!!
4.8
For a nice house in a nice neighborhood with the price being charged the property management sure could have done a better job with household supplies. Soaps, toilet paper, paper towels etc were all dollar tree cheap. Additionally there was only one extra roll of toilet paper in each bathroom for a house serving 12 people for four days. House needs pest management, there were spiders, ants, earwigs and ticks in the house as well.
4.8
This was our second trip to this wonderful Fort Bragg location. Our family had an amazing stay and created wonderful memories. We ranged in ages from our newborn granddaughter to her great grandma of 89 years. It was perfect for all of us and our dogs. The house is very classy, comfy and well stocked with everything we needed. It has heated tile floors, gas fireplace to heat the home, an open floor plan and loaded with extra touches like flowers and fancy folded towels. They even supply lounge chairs and sand toys. The only thing that we missed was a gas barbecue for grilling. We look forward to going back!
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Serendipity was just right for us. We were 6 adults staying for 3 days for my daughter’s wedding in Ft Bragg. Comfy, well stocked in kitchen, big rooms. Perfect. The bride even came over to get ready on her wedding day!
4.8
We all loved the house. It is beautiful and in a nice quiet neighborhood. The views and access to the ocean were excellent. We would definitely come back.
4.8
Great house for a large family, kitchen was well stocked for cooking and the house was clean and inviting.
4.8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful house with stunning ocean views! The property was just as pictured with lots of room for our family of 10 adults and 3 toddlers. Great game room for the big kids and lovely outdoor spaces for the adults. The hosts were very helpful and quick to respond at check in to a problem with the key. Highly recommend this property!
4.8
The house was comfortable and able to accommodate all 10 of us. The short walk to the beach was a pleasant bonus. Beautiful ocean views! We are talking about returning next summer.
4.8
Fun Family Time
The house was comfortable and able to accommodate all 10 of us. The short walk to the beach was a pleasant bonus. Beautiful ocean views! We are talking about returning next summer.
4.8
We loved the property, more than enough room for 12!! The house is beautifully decorated, and has just about everything a family would need!! We will probably rent it again in the future!!!!
4.8
Great Place To Stay!
We loved the property, more than enough room for 12!! The house is beautifully decorated, and has just about everything a family would need!! We will probably rent it again in the future!!!!
4.8
The house was beautiful and comfortable. Plenty of room for my family (my husband and I, our 3 adult children, 2 significant other and 2 grandchildren) and we could have comfortably fit 3 more. Location is perfect, an easy walk to the beach, and close to town. Very quiet neighborhood. We would definitely stay again.
4.8
Perfect
4.8
Beautiful home and perfect location!
The house was beautiful and comfortable. Plenty of room for my family (my husband and I, our 3 adult children, 2 significant other and 2 grandchildren) and we could have comfortably fit 3 more. Location is perfect, an easy walk to the beach, and close to town. Very quiet neighborhood. We would definitely stay again.
4.8
The house was wonderful and cozy! Had everything we needed and more. We loved the location and look forward to returning again. We loved it!
4.8
Great Time!
Perfect
4.8
Serendipity
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay at Serendipity was amazing! The house was well stocked, plenty of space and beautiful access to the beach!
4.8
Ocean Getaway
The house was wonderful and cozy! Had everything we needed and more. We loved the location and look forward to returning again. We loved it!
4.8
Wonderful Beach Across the Road
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Loved the location of Serendipity and the home touches of fresh flowers. Instead of the character folded towels I would have preferred the time spent on house cleaning. The floors were sandy and not mopped. The window sills were moldy and there were huge dust bunnies along the back of the entertainment center. A repair person came within an hour to exchange the three burnt out kitchen bulbs, however for the price we expected better.
4.8
Great place for multiple families and their kids. Walking distance to the beach, ping pong and foosball table, hot tub and a lovely view. Very quiet street, in a small neighborhood. Would stay here again!
4.8
Ladies Retreat
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful stay at Serendipity! We were so happy to see the upgrades that were made to the house with the new furniture!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Mendocino County?
The average price for a rental in Mendocino County is $354 per night. This rental is $688 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Serendipity - with Ocean Views and Beach Access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Serendipity - with Ocean Views and Beach Access pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Serendipity - with Ocean Views and Beach Access?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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