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Mendocino beach vacation rentals

Romantic Newly Renovated Beach Cottage
property is exactly as described, great host.

Paradise Found :EV Charger,ONLY ONE PET allowed.
Very beautiful house with a lot of space and large bedrooms. Love the sunroom and deck with boew of the ocean! The house was fully stocked with all the supplies we needed and a full large kitchen with plenty of utensils. The property is large and we saw deers in the backyard. Very beautiful inside and out. Will definetely rent again and highly recommend for a beautiful ocean stay! The host is very kind and responsive. Thank you Yeunsoon :)

Mendocino Beach House with Ocean View & Beach Path
Peaceful cozy home walking distance to everything beautiful Mendocino has to offer!

Dillon Beach Nirvana
Breathtaking location overlooking Dillon Beach, Tomales Point, and up the rocky coastline to Bodega Bay. Our only problem was deciding where best to sit to take in the spectacular views! The house has end of the road privacy. There are 3 levels of decks to gaze from with no other homes between you and the ocean, just the seabirds gliding over the breakers below. Owners were very responsive. Kitchen was well equipped. Wonderful stay for our family of 5. Already hoping for a return trip.

Amazing Getaway - oceanview w/treehouse feel
Excellent location in Irish beach! Close to many beautiful places to explore up and down the coast.

Casa Del Mar
Beautiful house. Amazing location. It was so amazing to walk outside to the porch and see and hear the ocean. Hearing the fog horn at night was wonderful. The sea lions in the morning were a great sound to wake up to. Perfect spot near by to see the sunset. This house is perfect for a group or a couples getaway. The neighbors are quiet, even thought their is a home preschool next doorâŚ.we never heard a peep. Just an overall amazing place to stay. Cant wait to be able to go back.

Jewel by the Sea
This place is paradise. The views are unreal, coast to coast green and sea, kite sailers and hangliders. You walk about 5 minutes to the beach you can see from much of the house. The home is incredibly spacious; we were two families each with two preschoolers and somehow there was enough distance within the house that one batch of kids could sleep while another batch napped. The fenced in yard kept the kids entertained when it was rainy and cold and none of the adults wanted to sit at the beach. Total dream stay!

Fun, sun and serenity by the sea
This is SUCH a nice place to stay in Dillon Beach. It was the perfect weekend getaway for me and my family. This house is such a close walk to the beach and the local restaurant. The beds were super comfy, and the temperature was always perfect in the house. Jill was very responsive and I loved the artsy touches in the house! She even had trains and a few other kids toys for my daughter to play with. We will definitely be staying here again!
Mendocino fishing vacation rentals

Lake Living on the Water in Lakeport -Private Dock
This place was even better than the pictures (which looked amazing when we booked it). Everything was perfect! Enjoying the day on the back deck was definitely a highlight for my family. The neighborhood felt very safe and was nice to walk around. We can't wait to stay here again!

Modern Beauty in the Clearlake Keys - on the lake
The home is updated and beautiful, the deck and porch are gorgeous. Jeff and Gina were extremely responsive , helpful and kind.

Pine Haus | Lakefront ⢠Kayaks ⢠Hottub ⢠Dogs
Very nicely put together lake front property. Madison was very responsive and helpful during our stay.

Dany Lake house remodeled w/ dock/kayak/paddleboat
Place was perfect for kids and I on spring break. Boat dock was awesome, and was a quiet, peaceful spot with lots of birds to watch in the morning. Danielle was awesome, super responsive, and helpful. Would recommend in a heartbeat.

Fish Off the Deck in the Keys 2BR 2BA w/ Boat Dock
Quiet street, very nice deck and dock, and easy access to lake. Home was very clean, well equipped with kitchen equipment and plenty of bedroom/bathroom linens and towels. we only had a couple of questions once there and Robert responded in minutes. very satisfied with service and home.

Moon on the lake.
Hi my name is David I have stayed at Barbaraâs absolutely gorgeous cute/cozy home on the lake in Lakeport I highly recommend this place to anyone not only the place is nice and clean and comfortable but the location itâs at on the lake is absolutely perfect so yes I give her 100 stars

Gated Lakefront Cottage #5 w/ Fire Pit & Dock
This place is everything you could want for a fishing trip and more! I surprised my husband for his birthday with a stay in Cottage #5, and he loved every minute of it. The views were stunning morning and night, and the dock was just steps from the doorâhe fished from sunrise to sunset! We grilled steaks and had dinner by the water, and I enjoyed peaceful morning coffee with a view. The cottage was cozy and had all the basics we needed. The bed deserves its own shoutoutâsuper comfortable! No TV, but we brought a projector and watched movies in the living room. Just a heads-up: there were a lot of bugs, which is expected in nature, so definitely bring bug spray. We had to DoorDash some along with candles, though not sure how much they helped. Overall, it was a relaxing and fun trip. We loved it and are already thinking about making this a yearly tradition. Highly recommend if youâre looking for a peaceful fishing getaway!

Whimsical Lakefront Home W/ dock & game room
This place is amazing and such a nice retreat not too far north of the bay area. Often you find an Airbnb that isnât fully equipped for cooking, bathing, living, etc. but this house is truly âturn keyâ and has everything you need. Add the grill and backyard space along the lake, and the arcade games, and it makes for a wonderful stay. We would love to stay again and again in the future whenever we need a quick break from the city.
Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Mendocino

Russian River Valley Brew-cation Home
Excellent stay. Everything in place, even coffee beans for us. Beautiful view and nice terrace. Spacious living room and bedrooms. Very well equipped kitchen with everything you need. Mariann and Jan

Cozy Lake House - Kelseyville
This was a great find for traveling with pets. Extremely pet friendly with gated/fenced areas. The house is cute and easy to find. Check in was very easy and the host was nice enough to give us early check in. The neighborhood is peaceful for walking and neighbors are friendly. There is no direct access to the lake but you can walk there through a private residential area to get there. Very peaceful and quiet area. The deck is sunny and lovely, a great place to relax. The bathroom night lights were a nice touch and there were PLENTY of extra towels, pillows, and blankets. Also, the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and cookware.

Wine Country Cottage in Healdsburg
Well located and priced studio. Perfect for me and my dog. The fenced yard is incredible for a dog and their own dog, Hurley is super friendly and calm. Tom and Erin were really helpful and easy to be around. They made this an ideal dog friendly location.

Great couple getaway
I absolutely loved this place! Everything about it really impressed me, we cooked some nice prime rib eye steaks on the BBQ and enjoyed the fire pit at night and plenty of privacy, the home is a very cool design and had plenty of space and it was spotless! So many accommodations like dishes, towels, beach chairs, basically everything you need. The WIFI worked great and the living room was cozy. Iâll be booking again and the Host Mara was very easy to communicate with! I highly recommend staying here when visiting Fort Bragg itâs really a treat!

Sunroom House
Unique and cozy cabin with unbeatable views. I loved sitting at the table in the sunroom every morning with my coffee and just watching the waves crash in. Super close to Gualala, which has restaurants, supermarkets, gas, and all that good stuff.

Sundog - EV - Walk to Beach & Food - Yard for Dog
Valerie was a gracious host and the home was very comfortable and well appointed for our family of four. As our first time in Dillon Beach, we could not have booked a better location and home to stay in. Everything was clean and beautiful throughout, with furnishings and details all perfected. We look forward to staying again.

Downtown Retro Bungalow Dog Friendly
We had a great girls weekend, I would definitely recommend this cute little house đ

Private, dog friendly 3 bedroom bright wooded home
The house was perfect getaway for a relaxing spring break with my two tween kids and dog. It's definitely a place you want to cozy up in and read a book when it rains. It was decorated beautifully. The master bedroom was great, best night sleep and the little hidden loft was great for my kids. Did not miss having a TV, loved the record player and it offered us time to disconnect and play a lot of board games. However, wifi was strong when the kids did want to play/watch things on their tablets. Scenery around the house is stunning and it's close by the Sea Ranch Lodge if we wanted to go out for breakfast or dinner. Not too far from Stewarts Point General Store as well which was a cute spot. My kids loved the place so much they asked if we could move there!
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Mendocino
Total rentals
110 properties
Total number of reviews
5.8K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
40 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
100 properties include access to wifi
Your guide to Mendocino
Welcome to Mendocino
Ruggedly beautiful Mendocino was once a logging town populated by transplanted New Englanders, and their aesthetic influence remains. This small town surrounded by redwood forests and perched on a headland ringed by the Pacific Ocean is dotted with charming Victorian-style homes with white picket fences.
While Mendocino has hung onto the architectural sensibility of its former residents, its current character is decidedly funkier. In the 1950s, artists began arriving here, and the founding of the Mendocino Art Center in 1959 cemented the place as a bustling arts colony. The town retains that bohemian nature today, which has imbued this pastoral paradise with many of the charms of urban living, sans the crowds. The Mendocino Theater Company has staged more than200 productions in its 75-seat black-box theater since its founding in 1976, and the hamletâs streets are lined with galleries and boutiques selling upscale handicrafts. Youâll also find wine, craft cocktails, and world-class farm-to-table fare here.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Mendocino
If youâre looking forward to long scenic hikes, spring and summer boast the highest number of warm, sunny days, as well as wildflower blooms. Fall and winter can be chilly and rainy â but the cooler weather is starkly beautiful, and eminently conducive to a cozy dinner with an ocean view. Regardless of season, a warm coat is always a good idea in this coastal town. In March, Mendocino marks the return of migrating gray whales with the Mendocino Whale Festival, which includes beer and chowder tastings. In November, Feast Mendocino celebrates all things culinary, especially the regionâs abundant mushrooms, and offers fungi-focused meals, exhibits, and tours.
Top things to do in Mendocino
Point Cabrillo Lighthouse Museum
This historic lighthouse first shone for sailors navigating the Mendocino coast in 1909. It is remarkable for its well-restored Fresnel lens, an enormous four-sided glass light heralded at the time of its invention for how far it could be seen at sea. You can visit the lighthouse, as well as a restored lightkeeper's residence replete with 1930s-era furnishings.
Mendocino Headlands State Park
Coastal trails with dramatic views criss-cross this 347-acre greenbelt atop dramatic bluffs, which is home to marshland, coastal scrub, redwoods, and conifers. At the foot of the cliffs lies secluded Big River Beach, accessible by vehicle via winding, two-lane Highway 1, or on foot via bluffside trails. From November through April, gray whales migrate off the Mendocino coast, and the headlands provide an ideal vantage point for spotting them.
Kelley House Museum
This museum chronicles the history of Mendocino County. Among its permanent exhibits is one devoted to the wreck of the Frolic, a 210-foot brig with a cargo of silk and other goods that ran aground off the coast of Mendocino. Included in the exhibit are artifacts salvaged from the wreck, including shards of ornately decorated dishware, a shoe, and an 1,100-pound cannon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Mendocino?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 30 vacation rentals in Mendocino featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Mendocino?
Four-legged friends are welcome in Mendocino. Choose from more than 40 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.
How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Mendocino?
Experience the best of Mendocino with our house rentals, starting at about $100 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.
Do house rentals in Mendocino have self check-in?
Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with self check-in in Mendocino. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
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