Mendocino vacation rentals

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Popular amenities for Mendocino vacation rentals

Stay near Mendocino's top sights

Big River Beach at Mendocino Headlands State Park33 locals recommend
Patterson's Pub45 locals recommend
Good Life Cafe40 locals recommend
Harvest Market at Mendosa's49 locals recommend
Luna Trattoria22 locals recommend
Trillium Cafe & Inn33 locals recommend

Mendocino beachfront vacation rentals

Superhost
Home in Mendocino
❤️Pebble Palace! OCEANFRONT! HOT TUB! WOW VIEWS!❤️
Sep 6 – 13
$453 per night
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviews
Guest favorite
Guest suite in Fort Bragg
Relaxing Ocean Hideaway
Jan 26 – Feb 2
$122 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Fort Bragg
Beach House at Virgin Creek
Jul 28 – Aug 4
$850 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
Guest favorite
Bungalow in Manchester
Private retreat on Mendocino oceanfront property
May 8 – 15
$340 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Gualala
Abalone Cove - Oceanfront Getaway with Hot Tub
Oct 9 – 16
$536 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Fort Bragg
Seabreeze
Jul 11 – 18
$225 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Manchester
Oceanfront Irish Beach, La Casa Buena Vista
Aug 9 – 16
$445 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Mendocino
Mendocino Beach House with Ocean View & Beach Path
Dec 10 – 17
$544 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews

Mendocino fishing vacation rentals

Superhost
Home in Manchester
Catch Whale season with ocean views!
Aug 3 – 10
$316 per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
Guest favorite
Bungalow in Albion
Meadow Wood near Mendocino Village
Sep 6 – 13
$189 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews
Guest favorite
Cabin in Philo
Redwoods Cabin by the lake
Aug 4 – 11
$101 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Clearlake
Breathtaking Views, Extreme Privacy, and You!
Oct 30 – Nov 6
$275 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviews
Superhost
Cottage in Kelseyville
Lakefront Bungalow with Hot tub
Feb 15 – 22
$318 per night
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Guest favorite
Cottage in Forestville
Cosmo Beach River-front Sanctuary
Aug 22 – 29
$492 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 404 reviews
Guest favorite
Guest suite in Redwood Valley
Recording Studio, Horses, Vineyards
Oct 19 – 26
$113 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 617 reviews
Guest favorite
Guesthouse in Santa Rosa
Wine Country guest house
Jul 8 – 15
$93 per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 674 reviews

Mendocino house rentals

Guest favorite
Home in Manchester
Ocean Road
Jan 12 – 19
$311 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Mendocino
Sea Star Cottage walking distance to Russian Gulch
Oct 24 – 31
$376 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Mendocino
Orange Crush
Jul 1 – 8
$383 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Little River
The Northbound Whale
Jan 1 – 8
$356 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Little River
Sea View Sanctuary, Hot tub, Sauna, on Sunny Acre.
Jun 7 – 14
$349 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews
Superhost
Home in Mendocino
Larkin Meadow House
Apr 9 – 16
$280 per night
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in The Sea Ranch
Award-Winning Forest Getaway: @thesearanchhouse
Aug 23 – 30
$318 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Manchester
Paradise Found Beach House: EV Charger (Tesla)
Sep 28 – Oct 5
$269 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 334 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Mendocino

Total rentals

100 properties

Wifi availability

80 properties include access to wifi

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

30 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

40 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

20 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

4.7K reviews

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 hamlet’s streets are lined with galleries and boutiques selling upscale handicrafts. You’ll 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 you’re 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 — 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 region’s 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 $150 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 a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with a bbq area in Mendocino. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Mendocino have wifi?

    Absolutely! We offer over 20 house rentals with wifi in Mendocino. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • 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.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Mendocino?

    Mendocino has more than 10 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

  • What are the most popular amenities for House Rentals in Mendocino?

    Enhance your stay in our House Rentals with the most popular amenities: over 20 homes with wifi, over 10 homes with self check-in, over 10 homes with a bbq area, and more. Indulge in the ultimate retreat, tailored to your preferences.

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