Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!

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Unbelievable. Welcome to Seaside Serenity.

Simple but complete kitchen. Apartment size propanestove.

Rustic little cottage with a million dollar view

9.5Outstanding

(186 Ratings)

"There were fresh flowers and an amazing view. "

Kim Mabry M.

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9.5 / 10.0

Outstanding(186 Ratings)

Cottage in Mendocino County, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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About this cottage rental

We have a drop dead gorgeous view with a two bedroom bluff side rustic quirky cottage available with ocean, river and sand dune views from every room. Right out your front door there is private stair access to your very own boat house on the Ten Mile River. This river is a nature preserve that can be enjoyed by kayaks or canoe that will take you up river where wild life abounds or to the ocean where the seals, crabs and birds will provide many hours of enjoyment.
Bring your bikes, binoculars, swim suits and a good pair of walking shoes or just a good book!
This gem comes with a deck, small barbeque, comfortable rustic furnishings, flat screen TV with Blu-ray DVD and portable sound system (satellite radio). There is Wi-Fi giving you access to e-mail and the internet. There is a private bedroom with a queen-size bed and a spectacular sleeping alcove with floor to ceiling ocean views containing a second queen-size bed. Of course there is a full bath and fully equipped kitchen.
We call this treasure Seaside Serenity and it is about ten to fifteen minutes from Fort Bragg, close enough to enjoy great food and shopping yet far enough to provide total relaxation. Walk on the beach or through the dunes, be mesmerized by the waves or just lay on the deck with your favorite novel.
Well behaved dogs are welcomed and they are subject to a $100 one time pet fee. There is also a $125 cleaning charge per stay. We require a minimum three night stay for weekends and two nights during the week. If you want something special just ask!

Keywords: ocean front, river front, Mendocino, wine tasting, private home, center, hiking, kayaking, pet friendly, amazing views, romantic

Amenities at Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Mendocino County, CA

Nearby attractions

Point Cabrillo Lighthouse Museum

14.1 mi

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Top rated by guests

9.5Outstanding

(186 Ratings)

"There were fresh flowers and an amazing view. "

Kim Mabry M.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.5 / 10.0

Outstanding(186 Ratings)

Cottage in Mendocino County, CA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Mendocino County, CA

Nearby attractions

Point Cabrillo Lighthouse Museum

14.1 mi

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

9.5 / 10.0

Outstanding(186 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

There were fresh flowers and an amazing view.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful views, warm and comfy home with everything you could need for a relaxing stay. Cathy and Jim are great hosts!

10.0 / 10.0

Better ocean views from deck since the trees have been trimmed - thanks!

10.0 / 10.0

Great location, within walking distance of beach. Horseback riding was close and downtown just 15 miles. Thank you. Was a forced way to unplug.

10.0 / 10.0

It is EXACTLY as pictured... and CATHY was amazing. She answered EVERY SINGLE question I had (and as Im over 70 I had alot of questions) Cathy answered each and every one and made me feel like family instead of a renter for a weekend) Cathy you are amazing. Wish I could have met you to give you a hug. Hubby and I had such an amazing short vacation. We dont get out much, and this was so amazing. I cannot wait to come again. THANK YOU and your hubby for such a wonderful memory.We have been married for 53 years. This was super special. Bonnie

10.0 / 10.0

This is such a wonderful home to stay at. Very rustic and charming. Very clean, relaxing and the views are great. We loved the fun collection of salt and pepper shakers. We will be making this home part of our next trip for sure.

10.0 / 10.0

Absolutely beautiful setting on the river and beyond is the ocean waves. It’s very relaxing both outside on the decks or inside where you have views of the ocean and river. We hope to return.

10.0 / 10.0

Likes: The view is amazing! I enjoyed watching the sunset every night. The yard is beautiful and offers a lot of privacy. However, I have some dislikes. There was an overwhelming presence of mouse droppings everywhere! When I arrived, I found rodent droppings and ants inside the house. Thankfully, there was some cleaner available, but I really didn’t want to spend my vacation cleaning up after rodents. I had to clean mouse droppings every morning and evening. I was more than few droppings. The stove was worse. I had to wipe the stove because there was poop. Additionally, the water had an awful sulfur smell. The home has potential, with cute decor, but the floors, cupboards, and kitchen could use some updating. It also requires a deep cleaning, as there are cobwebs in many areas. Yes, I could have texted the owners to complain, but I didn't. Overall, the house has a fantastic view and is in a great location. Easy access to the beaches.

10.0 / 10.0

This is our second time at this wonderful cottage. This time we brought our family with us and they loved it as much as we do. It has everything we need, kayaking right from the cottage boat house, beautiful views of the ocean the river, outdoor fire pit, cornhole, outdoor barbecue, comfortable beds and couch. Lots of books to read and games to play and DVDs to watch. It’s a great place to have some downtime and quality time with your family and create priceless memories. What mortgage could you ask for! And the owners are great! We can’t wait to come back!

10.0 / 10.0

The house is amazing! It comes fully stocked with anything you would ever need in a kitchen. The view is spectacular. Very cozy and private. My husband can't wait to come for another visit.

4.0 / 10.0

My partner and I were excited for a vacation together and thought we’d found the perfect paradise for our stay. Although the location was peaceful and check-in was smooth, the cleanliness left much to be desired. Five days after booking—after the 72-hour refund window had passed—we received a welcome letter from hosts Jim and Cathy warning that mice “occasionally visit” during warmer months and suggesting that traps were available if needed. That evening, as we settled in, we discovered mouse droppings in the kitchen pantry and behind the bed, which made us question the overall hygiene. While the hosts did send their cleaner while we were out, only one pantry shelf was cleaned after four hours—a response that felt both insufficient and dismissive given the health risk it posed to my partner and me. Although Jim and Cathy were responsive and apologetic, the unresolved rodent problem ultimately forced us to seek alternative accommodations. A charming space with potential, but until the rodent problem is fully addressed, we wouldn’t feel comfortable returning or recommending it. The water was also quite sulfuric and while it’s safe for consumption, it should have been noted before booking to avoid guests feeling the home was misrepresented.

10.0 / 10.0

This is my third stay at this wonderful spot! The property is comfortable, spacious, peaceful, close to everything and has amazing vistas both indoors and outdoors. We love the cozy quirkiness of the cottage. We were provided all of the amenities we could want - love the tide book! I consult it every visit. Cathy communicates very well so we have been prepared for each visit. I will keep coming back! Thank you for your graciousness and generosity Cathy!

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful place will be back

10.0 / 10.0

perfect for us. rustic. comfortable beds. could use some water system TLC (sulfur is harmless but strong in all tap water for bathing). couldn't get the wifi to work, but it's Mendocino County, and we are mostly intentionally disconnected and/or outside all day. the outside space here at the property is great, even if you go nowhere and just decide to steep in the gorgeous views. we'll be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful site overlooking the Pacific dunes and ocean. Many places to sit and absorb the view including a fire pit that we used every night. The internet wifi connection was out the entire time but the owner tried hard to rectify. Because of spotty cell service it was hard to get on the net. Despite this, it was a great site to relax and enjoy the isolation. Although we did not use the kayaks, they were convenient to the waters of the estuary and would be a great way to explore.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect . Not only a dramatic house and best bedroom ever, but the location is central to the parklands, beaches, rivers and small towns within easy reach.

10.0 / 10.0

This is the most perfect piece of property in the Fort Bragg area. It's close to town, but very secluded as well. When you take the kayaks across the river to the beach, most of the time you're the only ones there. We found sand dollars and watched the sunset. The water is chilly, but walking on the beach was very pleasant. If you don't want to kayak, just relax on one of 3 outdoor spaces with views of the river mouth, dunes, and beach with waves breaking. They have a great fire pit! Inside the house was clean. It's not bougie at all - worn and rustic, which is nice because there's less stress about scratching the floor and such. The beds were so comfortable, the pantry and fridge well stocked. We absolutely loved it and would go back in a heartbeat! Thank you for sharing your house with us Cathy!!

10.0 / 10.0

wonderful place for a retreat and recharge, rustic, secluded and beautiful yard, basically your own botanical garden with ocean veiw. Kayaking to an empty beach and enjoying the fire pit were highlights.. just a beautiful slice of coastal heaven..

8.0 / 10.0

Check in was easy but bring a flashlight, no outside light by the gate. The living room furniture is horribly dirty and stained. Bathroom light was hard to find and it’s difficult to shower if you’re over 5’ tall. The ants were bad so don’t leave your food out. The oven did not work either. There were a couple mice as well. The beds were comfortable and warm. The view is very pretty but there is not one curtain in the whole place, the one bedroom has another house facing the window so that was a little weird. Cathy was very responsive to our messages. They have a canoe and several kayaks for you to use as well as cornhole and a fire pit. If it wasn’t for the view I would not have chosen this VRBO.

10.0 / 10.0

A gem of a location, with beautiful views. The house and beds were very comfortable. Well stocked kitchen and everything only would need.

10.0 / 10.0

We particularly loved having dinner overlooking the river and ocean at sunset.

10.0 / 10.0

This surpassed our expectations! We visit Fort Bragg every year usually camping along the bluffs of the ocean in Westport. This was a last minute decision to stay here and it was truly meant to be! The owner was easy to communicate with and was so nice and left me fresh cut white roses and balloons for my bday, what a special surprise. Thank you Cathy! The cabin is right along the river and the ocean. Beautiful views!! It was so nice to have the convenience of using the kayaks and launching right off the shore. We kayaked everyday and at sunset to 10 mile beach, it was truly incredible!! We saw seals, otters, bald eagles flying with their juveniles, osprey, cranes and all other beautiful birds! Loved the open bedroom surrounded by glass windows, the stars were incredible!!! When we camp I always say I wish our tent had a skylight to see the stars. I love that all the windows don’t have curtains as it is so nice to enjoy seeing nature. I love that the living room does not have a TV, I love that it is not easy to connect to technology as this forces you to disconnect and enjoy nature and time for each other. I am a history nerd and love learning about old buildings and what their story once was, this place has a story and I wish I knew what it was but it led my imagination to run wild thinking about it! The cottage is old and funky with lots of beautiful energy. I agree a front screen door would be nice. We hope to be back very soon! ❤️

10.0 / 10.0

We had a great time! Wonderful views, cute house, great outdoor spaces. This fits ours needs perfectly.

10.0 / 10.0

We absolutely loved everything about our stay at your amazing property! The house, the furnishings, the grounds, the spectacular view were all even better than the photos in your listing. We have been using VRBO for years and stayed in many beautiful places, but your house is our favorite and we hope to be back as soon as possible. Thank you for a winderful time.

10.0 / 10.0

We keep coming back😀. Ocean and estuary view, river access, kayaks, cozy and comfortable cottage. It’s all about location and relaxation.

10.0 / 10.0

This is my second stay in this home. It’s cozy and peaceful and perfect for our needs. I saw bald eagles and otters again and made some more wonderful memories. Cathy the owner is very kind and easy to communicate with. The home has amenities I don’t usually find in other short term rentals and the fresh eggs were a lovely treat. We will be back for sure!

10.0 / 10.0

this place was amazing. i will definitly go back

10.0 / 10.0

Ocean and river view spectacular. House is lovely and very comfortable. We really enjoyed our time here.

10.0 / 10.0

Rustic luxury for us - we love being close to nature and far from the crowds. It's a bit like glamping, but with more amenities.

10.0 / 10.0

First you can't beat the Northern Cal Pacific Ocean, then the proximity of Fort Bragg with great restaurants and places to walk around, but still not so close that you are pestered. It really is perfectly located. Homey, everything you need.

6.0 / 10.0

The location of the property is amazing! The boat house and kayaks were a blast. The fire pit, deck, chairs and grounds are second to none and my family loved it all. Inside the house is a little too “rustic” for my taste. Needed to be cleaned better and there were a lot of mice droppings in every crevice. There was a lot of leftover food and condiments in the fridge/pantry and the mice are definitely eating those. I would recommend removing everything and doing a deep clean. As noticed by several people the water had a sulfur smell. It makes taking a shower very hard to stomach. If it were my rental I would look into and fix this asap. My family and loved the property and the location. We won’t return unless it is throughly cleaned and the water doesn’t smell bad. Thanks!! Kevin

10.0 / 10.0

The location is great for viewing and being immersed in nature. Clear river and water views around the home. We really enjoyed the various kayaks on the river and there were many animals to observe up river. The firepit was ideal for warming up and viewing the sunset and water. The house shows wear but we didn't mind since the environment was so welcoming. The host was excellent to deal with and provided a full list of using the home and water toys.

10.0 / 10.0

What an amazing cottage! We had a wonderful vacation in this house. The house is quaint, cute, quirky awesome, and fun. The views are to die for, the house feels unique and so conducive to reading, relaxing, doing yoga on the deck etc. We loved exploring Jackson Demo State Forrest, kayaking to the beach, hiking nearby bluffs, exploring Fort Bragg. We had such a wonderful time!

10.0 / 10.0

This was such a perfect place to celebrate my brother's 80th birthday. When we walked through the gate we all made celebratory sounds because of the amazing sunset view over the river and ocean. We sat outside and just relaxed after a long drive. The cabin is comforting and reminded my brother and I of a much loved place we stayed in when we were children.

10.0 / 10.0

our experience was great at this sea side cottage. it was a full moon and we watched it set on the water. views of sand dunes, birds including a bald eagle which is pretty common but still miraculous for this area. we loved being able to cook and the iron tub. it has its quirks but they were made obvious by owner. rustic yet easy. we enjoyed the fires and taking in the morning sun on the private little dock.

8.0 / 10.0

The cottage is very charming and in a perfect location sitting over 10 mile creek with the ocean behind. The property is very private and quiet. The grounds are lush. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed a recharge by the ocean. There is plenty of outdoor furniture to enjoy the view outdoors. Fresh roses were left on the coffee table. Cathy was responsive to our questions. The TV only plays DVDs, so we streamed the football game to our devices. The water has a sulfur smell. I don't recommend drinking it but the host left plenty of bottled water.

10.0 / 10.0

It was a great rustic retreat, felt very private even tho just off the highway. Kayaking was lots of fun and the beach time was amazing. Bonfires with s'mores made everyone happy. THANKS for letting us stay!

10.0 / 10.0

This was a repeat visit to one of the most beautiful spots we have stayed. Amazing location where a river estuary meets the Pacific. Views from multiple spots on the property and from the cabin are breathtaking. Bald Eagles were a special treat this visit. Kayaking the estuary, beach walks, and just soaking in the setting. Location, Location, Location.

10.0 / 10.0

Our week there went too fast. We enjoyed great weather, peace and quiet on the property and it made a great "base camp" for all the other N. Coast activities we persued.

10.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed our stay. Kayaking on the river was awesome

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.

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Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!

Cottage in Mendocino County, CA

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities at Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!

Map of Mendocino County, CA

Nearby attractions

Cottage in Mendocino County, CA

Reasons to book

Map of Mendocino County, CA

Nearby attractions

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Spectacular Oceanfront with Ocean, River And Sand Dune Views!?

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