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Bluff House - a wonderful oceanfront home a short distance from town.

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Gazebo - Gazebo with view facing North
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Bluff House
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mendocino, California
  • Agate Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Mendocino Art Center
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bluff House - a wonderful oceanfront home a short distance from town.

Experience the drama and magic of the ocean in this lovely ocean bluff setting on the northern edge of Mendocino. Bluff House has a primary (king) and full bath on the main floor and a king room upstairs in the main house, plus an optional cozy cottage with a queen bed/full bathroom. The home is suitable for up to four people in the main house. The cottage is only available to the guest renting the house. It would never be rented to a separate party.

Inside, take advantage of the well-equipped kitchen and breakfast nook. Curl up by the gas fireplace and take in the sunset or a good movie on the large flat-screen TV. Then rest easy in the comfortable bedrooms with king beds.

**Please Note: Because of the cliff-front location, there is a minimum age of 10 years and over required for any guests and there are no pets allowed. Rates are based on occupancy.

**3-D Tour Available on our website

Property manager

Mendocino Preferred Vacation Rentals
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English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Glass Beach and Mendocino Headlands State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, fishing and golfing.
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Mendocino, California

What's nearby

  • Agate Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Luna Trattoria - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluff House - a wonderful oceanfront home a short distance from town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluff House - a wonderful oceanfront home a short distance from town.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluff House - a wonderful oceanfront home a short distance from town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluff House - a wonderful oceanfront home a short distance from town. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Agate Beach and Mendocino Headlands State Park. Russian Gulch State Park and Friendship Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 166 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

karen d.

Best view ever!!!!

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: Best view you can get. Just sit in that gazebo and take in the scenery and you will be transformed. And the location is just 3 minutes from town so you have all the privacy but then so close to shopping and restaurants. We are already planning when we can return - it was so special and magical! And the company was great to work with and extra sweet that they made us a Happy Anniversary sign - it's the little things that make a vacation like that special!

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

Amazing!

The property is amazingly clean. The views are to die for. Love this place.!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Great Views!

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 return to this house every year! We love the privacy, the views, and the overall experience. Property is always clean and well maintained. Great service always from Mendocino Preferred staff!

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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Bluff House is Fabulous

We absolutely loved our stay at the Bluff House. The view is stunning. Quiet location. Easy walk to town (though no sidewalk). Kitchen was well equipped. Easy access to bluff strolls. Thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Loved our stay!

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: The Bluff House is a wonderful place to stay. The property is awesome, the house is very nice and nicely appointed. Mendocino Preferred are a pleasure to work with.
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Great get away

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 fantastic time. The view is beyond amazing and the house and bungalow are cute and comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

soren c.

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

Beautiful views!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Incredible views, clean, close to town

Overall, this is a very clean cottage[s] with 180-degree views of the ocean. Mendocino is a small ocean side town with restaurants and galleries run by owners. Like stepping back in time. Luna and Patterson's pub were great. Great small grocery store. Hiking and coast boarder the town. Highpoints: 2 Bedrooms, One large master with bath, and one upstairs. Both baths were downstairs. 1 bedroom cottage behind the main house with full kitchen which was perfect for our grown son. Very clean and updated. Fireplace and incredible living room view. Good communication with check in office 3 minutes away on the same road. Decanter of scotch was a nice touch. Keep in mind: Although a 3-minute drive to town I would not consider it walkable as there are no sidewalks. If local, bring some lawn chairs. Two older wood chairs in gazebo, and 3 aging plastic chairs on deck... Internet is spotty but they are working on it DVD player and few movies came in very handy, but remote is unworkable. Dish network very limited. We did not have an account and could not get into Netfilx or others. Overall: Wonderful clean spot in a quaint oceanside town with unbelievable views. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Bluff House!

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: As always, working with Mendocino Preferred is always a pleasant experience! We have stayed at this home many times and will be coming back!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Mendocino, CA

Mendocino Music Festival

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: The musicians absolutely loved their stay and expressed their gratitude in being able to stay at this location.
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10/10 Excellent

Nelson L.

Stunning ocean front property with privacy

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Bluff House was ideal for our small family reunion. Very clean and orderly. Spectacular views and location. Convenient to all that the Mendocino Coast has to offer, indoors and outdoors. Cottage was fully-equipped and separate but not cozy. We left a list of maintenance issues with management.
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8/10 Good

Michael P.

Anniversary Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at the Bluff house a few times now and we returned again for our anniversary. Great spot, clean house. The only bummer was the hot tub was not working and couldn't be repaired on our stay. Management should always check to make certain it works before arrivals.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Amazing views

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: My family stayed here for my wedding weekend in mendocino. It had the most amazing views. The house was really clean and well maintained. Couldn't recomend this more.
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8/10 Good

Mary R.

Outstanding Ocean View

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our ocean front view was incredible. We had four days of perfect weather and we’re able to open all the windows and enjoy the soft breeze while watching the sea birds gliding by the living room windows. It was very relaxing. Overall we were happy with our stay, but there were a few things that could be improved. The upstairs bedroom was very hot and stuffy when we arrived. We opened the window and turned on a floor fan, but it took hours before the room became somewhat comfortable. The locks on the doors could use some maintenance. Could have used a few more items in the kitchen, there were only 2 teaspoons and the non-stick fry pans needed to be replaced, there were no bowls for cereal or ice cream. The cottage out back was very cute and comfortable. The location of the house in relation to town was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooks T., chico, California

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Pelican fly way

We were completely happy with this rental and overjoyed by the daily cross over of brown pelicans--hundreds every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Karla F.

Mendocino Bluff House

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: Excellent location. Comfortable and clean but lacking in some amenities such as adequate glasses, dishwater, dining chairs with paltry soap in the bathrooms. The place is stocked for 5 people but we had six because we had both units. We did not suffer but just had to scramble a few times.The wifi is inconsistent but that may be because of the area although the router had to be re booted many times.Overall, it is a great place and those few issues would not prevent me from renting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jack D.

Outstanding ocean home

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 had an excellent two day visit at the Bluff home. The home has an outstanding full view of the beautiful pacific. The living room furniture was very comfortable with great views. Be aware that the second bath is next to the laundry room and the second floor bedroom has no bath.We did rent the detached cottage and there were some issues but the staff at Mendocino Preferred Properties fully resolved the problems.We will definitely return.
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8/10 Good

James H.

Bluff House is a dream vacation!

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 been coming to the Mendocino coast for 50 years now. Of all the places that have we have stayed, Bluff is one of our very favorites.The view, the privacy, the closeness to town,all make it ideal for a romantic place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Bluff House

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: Exactly what the Dr. Ordered--Seclusion and a 180 Degree view of the beautiful Mendocino Coast! The house was clean and well appointed.Almost walking distance to downtown Mendocino.Whales were migrating north and spouts were frequent if you know what to look for.We will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Fantastic Bluff House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: The property managers at Mendocino Preferred are always pleasant and provide excellent service. We love the location of the Bluff House due to its excellent ocean views and its proximity to the town of Mendocino. It had everything we needed to enjoy a few days there. Have been back each year and will be back again next year. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Breathtaking Views, Amazing Stay!

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: Bluff house was the most amazing vacation stay I have ever had in my entire life. It was so special having my dog Belle with us on our special weekend in Mendocino. The staff at Mendocino vacation preferred was also extremely helpful and I would not hesitate to book a vacation with them again. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Sacramento, CA

Beautiful views!

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: Stayed two days. Kitchen had pots, pans, cups, and utensils and it made cooking easy.
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10/10 Excellent

MarSue

Love coming here.

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: Had a wonderful time with friends relaxing and enjoying the fabulous views! Great location to down town also.

10/10 Excellent

robert L.

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

Relaxing beautiful place!

Comfortable and close to everything, great views!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim T., Martinez, CA

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

Great place.

Easy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

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