Mendocino Coast Cliffside Cottage—Shangri-La

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Cottage interior - studio with a living room area & kitchen table (not pictured)

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 232.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Albion, CA

Albion River Bridge
‪12 min walk‬
Agate Beach
‪13 min drive‬
Russian Gulch State Park
‪17 min drive‬
Ukiah, CA (UKI-Ukiah Regional)
‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Sleeping Nook

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Shangri-La is the perfect place to relax & renew. Our cottage nests cozily on a high bluff with breathtaking panoramas of the ocean, at the junction of Anderson Valley wineries & the majestic coast. Sit on the deck or take a soak in a hot tub under the stars. A short drive takes you to historic Mendocino village. A Zagat-rated restaurant is steps away!

The cottage is a studio with a full kitchen and bathroom, as well as a private deck with a hot tub. Parking is across a quiet street from the cottage.

A few things to note --

No children under 12 years old are allowed. The cottage is suitable for only one couple.

Bring up to 2 dogs for a $25 fee. Dogs need to be leashed when outside and they cannot be left alone on the premises.

We offer Wifi, but it is provided by a small local company that cannot necessarily restore service quickly if there is an outage (usually caused by storms). So, just a heads up -- it's not an ideal spot for remote work. Verizon generally covers the property though if you are willing to rely on data as a backup.

Property manager

Sarah Rinzler

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

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Aerial view -- Sea Cloud is on the left.

Ocean view
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs must be leashed when outside!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

By renting Shangri-La you agree to the included waiver and liability release.

Dogs must be leashed when outside and cannot be left alone on the premises.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Albion

Located in Albion, this cottage is in a rural area and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Van Damme State Park and Navarro River Redwoods State Park, while Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Albion, CA

What's nearby

Albion River Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Van Damme State Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Agate Beach - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
Russian Gulch State Park - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

‪Little River Inn - ‬7 min drive
‪Ravens' Vegetarian Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Ledford House - ‬2 min walk
‪Ole's Whale Watch Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Big River - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mendocino Coast Cliffside Cottage—Shangri-La pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Mendocino Coast Cliffside Cottage—Shangri-La?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mendocino Coast Cliffside Cottage—Shangri-La?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mendocino Coast Cliffside Cottage—Shangri-La located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Albion River Bridge and within 3 miles (5 km) of Van Damme State Park and Navarro River Redwoods State Park. Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve and Friendship Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Richard M.

12 Nov 2024

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

Albion in Fall

View was gorgeous and location was away from noise, traffic, etc. Host was very responsive to requests for info, minor repairs, etc. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

24 Sept 2024

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

World-Class View

We had another wonderful week at Shangri-La. Peaceful, excellent restaurant (Ledford House) 100 yds away. Our pup loves it here, the yard is big & safe & interesting.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth H.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Albion trip.

The bed was very comfortable the view beautiful, parking easy. But I think the rental for the cottage is very overpriced for what I paid. The cottage seems very old, the living areas much smaller than they appear in the photos and the outside area was unkempt, for example a huge broken branch had not been cleared away from the view. I opened up the hot tub cover and was repelled by an awful smell of long confined hot plastic . Inside, the couch was old, too soft and also the floor sloped downwards slightly which felt a bit weird.The furniture was very old, the tv is tiny and suspended at the foot of the bed. If we had wanted to watch it we would have had to lie on the bed the whole time. The kitchen is well equipped, and the cottage was very clean, and had plenty of soft white towels. In review, Shangri la has a wonderful sea view perched on the edge of the cliff, but at the end of our stay I really felt that I had had to pay far too much to stay a week in this aged old place.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva P.

30 July 2024

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

Waterfront stay in Albion

We traded 113 degree heat for 63 degrees to celebrate my husband’s birthday. It was 5 days of relaxing bliss with just us and our fur baby. The cottage is adorable and was perfect for the three of us. We loved the location overlooking the ocean and a hop, skip and a jump from Mendocino and Fort Bragg. It felt like it was a little hideaway and would love to visit again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

allison h.

27 Aug 2023

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

Perfect getaway

We have been coming to Mendocino for 20 years and this was one of the top places we have stayed. You cannot beat the view (we were able to see whales from the deck!!) We had the best time just hanging out in the cottage and enjoying the sound of the ocean and the stars at night. Can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy G., Sacramento, CA

26 Aug 2023

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

Unbeatable view

Would be 5 stars across the board, except for the terrible sofa. It was so uncomfortable (really old, worn out) that we couldn't even use it. Everything else was really great, and the view is fantastic.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orbie D.

25 July 2023

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

Wonderful

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

21 July 2023

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

Beautiful Birthday Oasis

This is our second time staying in the cottages at Albion. The view is literally out of this world. It's so peaceful and relaxing to just sit on the patio and watch the waves crash below you. The place is perfect for two people (and in our case two dogs). It's really one of our favorite places to to.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata T.

28 June 2023

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

Lovely place with a fantastic view!

The unit was exactly as pictured, super charming with a stove heater and well equipped for 2 people, and with a super private hot tub. The owners are environmentally conscious and add nice touches such a welcome bottle of wine and chilled water cans/metal bottles and “Who gives a Crap” toilet paper and clearly labeled trash and recycle bin under the sink. The unit has several small appliances including a toaster and coffee grinder. We hope to be back again, and will bring a champagne bottle stopper as a gift for the unit, as it was the only thing missing to make it absolutely perfect!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom W., Gulfport, MS USA

24 June 2023

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

One more time

This was our fourth (fifth?) stay and it brought back so many wonderful memories. The view can not be beat - rocks and white water putting on quite a show. The bed and pillows are very comfortable and the shower is great. It's a secluded, romantic setting - just be sure to bring plenty of wine to enjoy while there!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

18 May 2023

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

Phenomenal

The time was truly extraordinary. The view is the best, accommodations are quaint and relaxing, the hot tub was perfect, while we don’t drink, they did provide us a bottle of wine, and personalized bed robes were available. The hostess was phenomenal. She thought of every detail to make our stay here memorable. We will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F., Santa Clara, CA

28 Nov 2022

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

Great view!

The view is the best feature. It is very similar to a place we rent in Hawaii at Easter. We liked it so much we decided to rent here at Easter. As other reviews said the Ledford House restaurant is steps away. The food and service at the Ledford House is very good and it is very reasonably priced. Some other reviews described the property as "rustic" or "basic". We didn't find that to be true. The kitchen is very modern and spacious considering how small the property is. But the size overall is perfect for a couple.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Dee C.

24 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stunning View

Quaint, older cottage with stunning views. Very quiet and private for some down time. As a previous review mentioned, we too had issues with the blinds which were frayed the edges. The furniture was a bit tired but comfortable. The cottage was clean. The kitchen had the essentials. Check in and out was efficient. We appreciated the welcome gift of coffee and munchies. You can't beat the view on this one.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

4 Oct 2022

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

Albion Getaway

Remarkable little getaway with unsurpassed view of the ocean. Property is as advertised. The cabin itself is modest, but the hospitality is good and the tranquility unsurpassed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

17 Sept 2022

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

Albion cottage stay

There were some maintenance issues neglected. Two Window blinds were inoperable And the kitchen faucet Handle fell off

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G., Sacramento, CA

7 Sept 2022

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

The View!!

Unbeatable view from everywhere in the cabin. We had the perfect stay, relaxing and restful. Being about 100 ft from the fabulous Ledford House restaurant didn’t hurt either. Just an FYI, if you’re looking for luxury, this is not it. The furnishings are very basic, except the bed which is really comfortable. We definitely plan to return, this was perfect for us.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G., Northern California

20 Aug 2022

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

Truly amazing!

Shangri-La is magical! My two dogs and I stayed for four nights and it was just so peaceful. I could lie in bed and just stare out into the stunning blue Pacific. The house is small, yet it never felt small, and had thoughtful touches and all the amenities needed. The bed was super comfortable (a must for me), and the furniture was also. The hot tub and small deck felt like my own private luxury. Definitely eat at the Ledford House just up the way, excellent food and gorgeous location. Genevieve is a kind and responsive host, couldn’t ask for more! This is a cozy and quiet retreat from the world with the rhythmic sound of the ocean the best musical backdrop.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

16 Aug 2022

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

Seaside cottage with incredible views

My spouse and I spent 4 wonderful days at the cottage-cooking, relaxing on the deck and in the jacuzzi all the while enjoying the scenic views. It’s a short drive to Mendocino and the Anderson valley.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

26 July 2022

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

Cozy Cottage

This cottage is everything you could want it to be: remote, cozy, stunning views from all sides,large fenced in yard for your dog(s), a hot ton in a beautiful sun room, places to walk/eat/grab that missing ingredient you forgot to pack, but if you don’t want to see anyone, you don’t have to. Short drive to Mendocino and Fort Bragg- two great spots for hiking and wine. This is such a special place! Thanks to Genevieve for her quick responses and allowing us to stay an extra day! We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

11 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing perch over the ocean

One lovely big room with big windows and outside deck looking over the ocean. Extremely comfortable king size bed. Many thoughtful touches.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti W., Ozona, Florida

19 Apr 2022

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

Our favorite cliff side cottage

We have been staying at the Shangri La for the past 15 years. This is the 2nd time since Jon and Genevieve owned it, and they’ve made some nice improvements. We love staying here and will definitely be back again.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

25 Feb 2022

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

A place of peace

This was our longest vacation at the coast and most expensive. The cottage was perfect. We had bunnys, eagles, and hummingbirds in our yard along with spring flowers everywhere. Peace. I loved it. I always think I'll do more but the view was so compelling that we stayed mostly close to "home". I'll miss the sea singing my lullaby overnight.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Fabienne M.

22 Sept 2021

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

The view is magical.

We had a wonderful couple of days in this super cute place. The property could do with a little updating but we had a lovely time. The view however gets 10 stars. It is absolutely magical.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kelly P.

14 July 2021

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

Spectacular view

The view is like nothing I’ve ever experienced. We loved it, in fog and sun. Knowledgeable and friendly property owners.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Richard G., PHOENIX

11 May 2021

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

Fantastic view

The view at Shangri-La is every bit as fantastic as the pictures show. Even if it is a bit chilly or the wind is blowing, you can completely appreciate the place and the location. Conveniently located within 10 minutes of Mendocino.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Rinzler

It all started in 1998 when my mother-in-law gave me (Geneviève) a book of recipes by Margaret Fox where she explain how she opened Café Beaujolais in Mendocino. I like to cook, and I loved both the recipes and the story. My husband, Jonathan, surprised me with a trip to Mendocino and a fine meal at Café Beaujolais to celebrate my birthday… it was fate. For almost two decades, we’d come back to Mendocino every year—sometimes twice a year, to spend time together and enjoy the magic of the Pacific Ocean.
After living and raising our two daughters in Petaluma we decided to move to the Mendocino area--Albion!
I'm a retired nurse; Jonathan, passed away in 2021 and was a writer under the name J.W. Rinzler. I've lived in California for nearly 25 years, but I'm originally from France, and love hosting our two cottages.

Why they chose this property

Because it's one of a kind.

What makes this property unique

Amazing view; private hot tub over looking the ocean, restaurant within walking distance; historical town of Mendocino nearby; hear the birds sing; spot whales; relax.

Languages:

English, French

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