Spectacular Riverfront/ Oceanfront Property On Nature Preserve!

On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor spa tub
5.0
Outstanding(109 Reviews)

House in Mendocino County, CA

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 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 essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

A Beautiful and Serene Retreat On the Banks of the Ten Mile River-- and Only a Stone's Throw from Miles of Beach and Dunes. Open floor plan, fully outfitted kitchen, 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, Sleeps 6. Queen bed in the master bedroom, Queen bed in the second bedroom and a queen size sofabed in the living room. There are two extra queen size futons stored above the closet in each bedroom. Fireplace, laundry room. There is a large deck surrounding the entire house with a 4-person hot tub, chaise lounges, chairs and dining table all overlooking the river and the beach. There is also Traeger Smoker/Grill and a Weber propane BBQ on the deck for outdoor cooking. Starlink WiFi throughout the house.

The house is on the river about 500 yards from the Pacific ocean. You can kayak from the front yard either up-river or toward the ocean. Up-river is absolutely breathtaking. The estuary is a Marine Sanctuary and it is totally protected. It stretches east for several miles and has many side channels and inlets to explore. As you head deeper east into the estuary it transitions from brackish to fresh water. It can often be sunny along the river when it's foggy on the beach, and you can easily find great places to swim and picnic.

If you venture toward the ocean you'll find two exquisite beaches to the north and south. The beach to the north, Seaside Beach, is strikingly beautiful with huge rocks and caves. It's also one of the few State Park beaches that allows dogs! There is a large and deep cave at the extreme north end of the beach that is accessible when the tide is right. The cave goes completely through the bluff and leads to a secret cove with its own beach. Ten Mile Beach is to the south. It is a huge complex of dunes and is part of MacKerricher State Park. It's great habitat for the endangered Snowy Plover. The beach stretches south for at least six miles. It's incredible for both jogging or hiking. It's covered with sand dollars, shells, and all kinds of other marine life. Also, there are very few people on the beach. You will almost always have the entire beach to yourself. It's very romantic. The hiking is amazing, and the birdwatching is world class. Bring a good pair of binoculars!

Directly in front of the house is the river. Every year families of harbor seals haul out of the river every day and sun themselves on the riverbank. Typically, the seals are swimming around in the river in front of the house. Momma seals and their pups frolic together all the time. I've watched momma seals nursing their pups many times just sitting on my deck. There are also otters, and more birds than I can name: Great Blue Heron, Green Heron, Egrets, Osprey, Mallards, Canada Geese, Snow Geese, Mergansers, Grebe, Belted Kingfisher, Cormorants, Pelicans, Caspian Terns, and even a pair of Bald Eagles! The list goes on and on.

If you've got a canoe, kayaks or bicycles bring them. However, I have a three-person canoe and a small kayak and two paddle boards that guests are welcome to use.

If you like the outdoors, there are many things to do without ever leaving the property. If you start to crave civilization, the Town of Fort Bragg is only 15 minutes away. There, you'll find plenty of good restaurants, galleries, a movie theatre, Glass Beach, the Skunk Train, Noyo Harbor, North Coast Brewery, and many other attractions unique to the area. Another 15 minutes to the south along Highway One is the Village of Mendocino. This charming hamlet is filled with fine restaurants, shops, and the natural beauty of the beaches, bluffs, and Big River. Both towns are worth exploring.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bear in mind that booking requests which include only one weekend day will likely be declined by the owner. This is especially true during Holidays, Spring Break, or any period of high demand. Such reservation requests reduce the number of full weekends the house can be available to other interested renters and are disfavored for that reason.

Amenities

Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(109 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2024
My friend and I came to stay here for a informal writing retreat. It was the perfect location. We loved the gorgeous view, the ease with which we could take breaks and paddle around the inlet and walk or run on the beach. It was so nice to be able to sit in the hot tub at night. Working on the porch and living room was great. It was clean, well setup, easy to make meals and enjoy our time there. I hope to come back. A real treasure.
5.0
Jul 2024
From the moment the sunrise shined through the skylights in the bedrooms until we watched the moon rise over the ocean we were in awe of all that nature provided in this beautiful setting. The beach across the river is public and it was a scorching hot holiday weekend so there were more people than usual walking out to the ocean and back but they were far enough away that it didn't bother us at all. You can paddle over to that beach or drive south 2 minutes across the bridge to the parking lot. The dog beach is 2 minutes to the north but our dog loved just swimming in the river in front of the house. There is some traffic noise from the bridge when outside on the deck, but equally is the sound of the roaring waves and crashing surf from the just-out-of-sight ocean. While you're here you can do everything or you can do nothing. Either way you will leave having reconnected to nature, yourself and your loved ones.
5.0
Apr 2024
We have stayed here many times and we are never disappointed. The location could not be better and the house is a clean, well-maintained, peaceful oasis. The wildlife outside the front door is ever changing. This visit we saw several bald eagles, seals with pups, otter and geese. The house itself is well equipped with everything we need and has a nice hot tub on the front deck that comes in handy after a long hike or day of mountain biking. Many water vessels are supplied and we enjoyed getting out on the water with the SUPs, canoe and kayak and paddling across the estuary to the sand dunes and quiet beach. We stayed a week but still felt like it was too short.
5.0
Jan 2024
This was our third time staying at Clay's place. As always, we had such a great stay and got to really relax in the most peaceful setting. We love this home and it is the only place we stay now when we are in the area. It's so cozy, clean, and comfortable. Can't wait for our next visit.
5.0
Nov 2023
Beautiful place! Perfect location. Enjoyed our Thanksgiving Holiday here. Perfect weather. Well stocked home. Gorgeous views. Thank you Clay.
5.0
Sep 2023
This place is amazing! House is wonderful and cozy. So close to wildlife and plenty of beach to walk on. Very secluded and quiet! Will return again in the future!
5.0
Sep 2023
This was our third stay at the cottage. Perfect week. From the cottage we watched a family of seven river otters eating fresh caught crab, brown pelicans and one badger. It was exactly what we expected! Cannot wait to book our next trip. Thank you Clay!
5.0
Aug 2023
Our stay at this property was easy going and relaxing. The property is about a 10 minute drive into town of Fort Bragg which was perfect for us. It was close enough for us to explore the restaurants, Noyo Harbor, Glass Beach, and the trails. The property is situated with everything you might need, BBQ Grill, Smoker, jacuzzi, paddle boards, etc. The host was very nice and the home was clean and sanitized. From the deck we saw otters, bald eagles, seagulls, and the sunrise/sunset. The stay was very relaxing, cant wait to be back.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Mendocino County?

The average price for a rental in Mendocino County is R 4,583 per night. This rental is R 3,303 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Spectacular Riverfront/ Oceanfront Property On Nature Preserve!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Spectacular Riverfront/ Oceanfront Property On Nature Preserve!. Enjoy the water!

Is Spectacular Riverfront/ Oceanfront Property On Nature Preserve! 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 Spectacular Riverfront/ Oceanfront Property On Nature Preserve!?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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