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Newly-renovated, dog-friendly, oceanfront retreat with fireplace - near downtown

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Mendocino, CA
  • Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Agate Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Newly-renovated, dog-friendly, oceanfront retreat with fireplace - near downtown

Rosemary's Retreat

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Inside this spacious, newly-renovated home, discover soaring ceilings of rich wood and exposed beams as well as multiple windows and sliding glass doors that open out to the ocean-facing deck. Prepare all your favorite meals in the well-equipped, full kitchen and dine at the nearby table or head outside for the perfect alfresco experience with the aid of your own gas grill. The yard is enclosed and gated offering a safe and secure space for the family dogs. Back indoors, the main living area offers a plush sectional, swivel chairs, a fireplace, and a TV for streaming all your favorite channels. Browse the many shelves brimming with books or choose from one of the provided board games for fun afternoons.

Choose from four well-appointed bedrooms including a main bedroom and a junior suite with desks and chairs, TVs, and en suite bathrooms. These rooms also offer private access out to the deck. Listen to the ocean crashing on the rocks as you drift off to sleep or enjoy your own soundtrack via the Bluetooth receiver with tower speakers.

Be sure to explore the natural beauty that surrounds the property. Visit the Sinking Whole and hike the trails in Russian Gulch State Park, all within walking distance of this home. Visit Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park for even more scenic hiking trails, just a mile-and-a-half north on Highway 1. The heart of Mendocino, a blufftop village known for its charming art galleries, shops, and wonderful restaurants, is two miles south, while Fort Bragg, home of the world famous Glass Beach and Noyo Harbor, is about eight miles north.

Unobstructed views are waiting for you at this magical retreat. Book this home-away-from-home today and get ready to make long-lasting memories at the ocean.

House Rules
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa's good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: There are security cameras facing the driveway, front of the garage, and front door.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
Property Registration Number 136126

About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this holiday home is on the beach. Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Kelley House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens.
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Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian Gulch State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Agate Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪David's Restaurant & Deli - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rhody's Garden Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly-renovated, dog-friendly, oceanfront retreat with fireplace - near downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly-renovated, dog-friendly, oceanfront retreat with fireplace - near downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly-renovated, dog-friendly, oceanfront retreat with fireplace - near downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly-renovated, dog-friendly, oceanfront retreat with fireplace - near downtown located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mendocino holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Russian Gulch State Park and Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park. Agate Beach and Caspar Headlands State Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenna H.

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

40th Birthday Weekend

The house was beautiful and the view was incredible. Great access to the state park and so close to beach access. Great space and kitchen. Loved the walk out to the cliffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashwini S.

Amazing Stay

Absolutely loved the retreat!
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10/10 Excellent

Sini R.

October 2024 stay

The house is beautiful, warm, and inviting. The views and the outdoor spaces are stunning. The house was well stocked and we appreciated how easy the check in and check out process were.
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10/10 Excellent

Ravindra P.

Great view from living and master bedrooms. Nice backyard. Adequately furnished.

Great view of pacific ocean, comfortable sofa and beds. Good for a family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

2nd Stay, just as nice!

We love this special home, everyone loved it and left very happy!
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10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Amazing property

This place was amazing in every dimension. Beautiful home, well equipped, and right on the water. Perfect place to chill on the deck and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty of Mendocino.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Review

Great location Beautiful view House was perfect for us
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tashi s.

Peaceful getaway

Loved the incredible views from almost every room (the only bedroom without a view has its own TV at least). Kitchen was well stocked and we cooked most of our meals there. The beautiful deck and yard below were both fully gated - my dog loved it, and I appreciated that he was safely enclosed since the property is on a cliff with a sharp drop to the ocean. Less than 10 min drive to town. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

Rosemary's Retreat - a great week for our family!

We spent 5 days/4 nights here with 3 generations of our family and loved every minute of it. The bedrooms and bathrooms are great. The kitchen is very well stocked. We enjoyed dinners on the amazing deck and saw whales spouting every day. The house is even better in person than the pictures. We just came home today and are already talking about going back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

The perfect house for my family and pups

The house is amazing, furnished perfectly, very clean and spacious. The views from most rooms are too die for, and the back deck and back yard overlooking the ocean was something I couldn't believe was included in a short term rental. We had such a great time and will be looking to return ASAP. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Magnificent home and spectacular views

This 4 bedroom home we the perfect place for us to hold our celebration of life family gathering. The bedrooms are marvelous, the views are stunning and the kitchen was such a fun place for all of us to cook together and make memories. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy J.

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

Family & Chosen Family Retreat

We loved this vacation! Beautiful home and location. Every year we travel to the area and have to say this rates one of our top favorite stays! Everything we needed or wanted was in the home snd walking distance to state beaches! It was unusually warm this year so a few extra fans were needed but a quick drive into town and we were all set! The dogs were thrilled with the yard and awaiting toys, and the games and books made resting evenings a perfect garhering time for our party of 8! Everyone was comfy and the views were stunning! We so loved our stay at Rosemary's Retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Lovely home with panoramic ocean views

The ocean views from the house were spectacular. The house was very clean and well appointed. The bedrooms were very nice, especially the huge master suite. Waking up to views of the ocean, the sound of waves and the birds chirping was very calming and stress relieving. I highly recommend Rosemary's Retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sy K.

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

Stunning property!

The pictures in the listing do not do this place justice. It is absolutely gorgeous. The decor is very eclectic, but rich and the whole place has beautiful surprises around every corner. The property around the house is gorgeous as well. And I can’t say enough good things about it. If I were a wealthy person, I would make a very attractive offer to purchase the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Perfect stay in a beautiful home

Our stay at Rosemary's Retreat was nothing short of magical - when you walk in you are struck by the natural beauty of the home & constant views of the ocean and surrounding bluffs. This is the nicest rental we have ever stayed in, and our family will remember it forever! The rooms were also beautiful and beds were very comfy. I have two little kids under three and it was safe for them - of course, watch your little ones as you go out towards the bluff, but there is a fenced in yard and quite a distance between the house and cliffs. I would love to go back, and recommend 100%! Beautiful home, great amenities, great hospitality and so much to do with Mendocino and all the state parks so close: )

4/10 Poor

cindy f.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

BEWARE

Not as advertised. Pull down dirt gravel road for 1/2 mile. Come to cobweb covered gate. Yard is dead; weeds, dirt, no maintenance. Front entry is broken slider with padlock for security. Can not lock/secure slider from inside. Safety issue. Everything you touch is broken. Maintenance IS NOT important here. Bath water looked like pee. The ONLY plus for this property is the view. Mgmt Co was very difficult to work with. Do not give this owner you $$$$.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Stunning Location

Rosemary's Retreat is a gorgeous property and clearly a beloved family home. It has an absolutely stunning location (better than the photos) and you can spend the entire time just staring at the ocean. The location is walkable to the gorgeous Russian Gulch State park, with nice hiking trails. The home is clean, spacious and well-equipped. The living room sectional is devine. My only suggestion would be to add some reading chairs to the back porch. Our dog loved the outdoor area and the home is extremely pet friendly, which is so appreciated. We had a very frustrating arrival process. You should 100% stay here but you need to know a few simple things that were not communicated prior to arrival. Most importantly, it is very likely that you will not have cell service at the home. Since all instructions are on an app, if you do not screenshot BOTH the access codes and the wifi password ahead of time, you may have issues. (We had screenshotted the access code but not the wifi). Your GPS also probably will not get you to the right place, so ask ahead of time for specific driving directions. Finally, the padlock to access the door operates differently than every other padlock we have ever used. We had to drive back into Mendocino to get cell service and call Vacasa's call center twice before being able to get a local contact. All of this could have been avoided with better instructions and a direct local contact number provided in advance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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