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Mendocino oceanfront vacation rentals

6 acre Ocean Bluff Cottage -Dog friendly & EV
Super cozy cottage. Gorgeous view. Sound of ocean is amazing. Comfortable master bedroom, cute bunk bed room. Loved the wood burning stove.

Sweeping views of the Northern California coast...
This is an incredibly beautiful house, and Omar is a great host! You feel like you are one with the ocean. The sprawling views of the ocean from the living room area are unbelievably good. The outdoor deck beside the living room had clean furniture and beautiful views too. We experienced combinations of nice sunny day/noon as well as foggy evenings, rainy mornings and all of them were uniquely beautiful. Instructions were super clear to follow, the welcome guide upon check-in has lots of useful information. Omar is extremely helpful and quick with his responses to all queries. There are some really nice restaurants in the area too, and is pretty close to other spots of interest like Gualala, Point arena, but the indoors of this place are so beautiful, you could the spend the whole day indoors.

Mendocino Beach House with Ocean View & Beach Path
Gotta say, the pictures were not great but the place is absolutely STUNNING! Great location and backyard for the dogs, the beach very accessible through the backyard as well. Walking distance to all Mendocino downtown has to offer including the state park. Highly recommend

Ocean View - Casa Balena
Great stay for a low-key gathering of friends which included a few young children. Spacious common area was great for everyone to be able to hangout together. Kitchen was well-equipped; we cooked a few meals. The neighborhood is peaceful and beautiful. Responsive and friendly host. Flexible checkout. Would stay again!

Seabreeze
This was the perfect place for our famiky of 6. Great location, loved the homey feel and opening the windows to listen to the beach was my favorite. We will be back again!

Behold the Ocean: Spacious Home with Epic Views
My family and I have traveled the California coast for years. This location was by far one of the most uniquely ISOLATED that we have ever been to. When I say isolated I mean it in an amazing way. The pictures do not do it justice. You are on your own private coastal cliff with views from every part of the house. This would be great for a couples getaway or a getaway with kids. We had an amazing time. If you're not familiar with the ride in it can be twisty so take your Dramamine but it is WORTH IT. Highly recommend it you won't be disappointed.

Casa Del Mar
My book club and I were so lucky to find Megan’s place! The location is amazing, and the house itself is beautiful and spacious. Megan was very friendly and communicative, letting us know about the local Whale Fest that was happening during our stay. I highly recommend this spot! My group had a wonderful time and would gladly return in the future. :)

Family Beach Cottage
The property was very nice, had a great vibe and the views were stunning. Very peaceful and quiet. One bedroom door stuck a couple of times and we had to leave the door open to avoid getting stuck. There was an ant problem in the kitchen the next day as we left food on the counters. Beautiful location! Very relaxing stay!
Mendocino fishing vacation rentals

Lake Living on the Water in Lakeport -Private Dock
Neil and Eva were amazing hosts! They accommodated multiple changes in my reservation, and very responsive. home was beautiful and clean, great location out of the wind of the main lake. Every thing we needed was there. plenty of room for 3 trucks with trailers. launch is really close to home and made extremely convenient for launching and mooring! Slip in channel can accommodate only 2 boats, not 3 if owners boat is in slip. My wife and I will definitely be back soon, thank you again for everything!

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.

Perfect lake front private vacation home.
This was our second time staying here & like the first, it did not disappoint. I can definitely see it becoming our come-to spot. It really has everything you need inside & out, for a nice, peaceful, relaxing time on the lake. We really enjoy our time here. The weather was perfect & fishing was great. The lake had a bit more algae this time, but that’s always iffy here & didn’t take away from being able to enjoy our time here. The nights were clear & cool & perfect for stargazing. Jeff is a fantastic host, kind & very responsive.

Charlie's Cabin | Lakefront • Spa • Firepit • Dock
Perfect location for our getaway. Everything was as described. Super cute and cozy!

Dany Lake house remodeled w/ dock/kayak/paddleboat
Daniele was very polite in her communication and always responsive. Also, she was flexible with check in time. Would recommend this location to others.

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.

Gated Lakefront Cottage #5 w/ Fire Pit & Swim Dock
I visited and stayed in cottage 5 in June 2023. Recently, I was lucky enough to get the same cottage, it was really nice to experience the lake during winter season this time in February 2025. Jason and Elaine did a great job of keeping it clean. Me and my husband tried canoeing, and we got drifted away. The hosts were very quick in driving all the way and helping us get back safe to the Airbnb. Elaine also taught me fishing 🎣. It was a lovely visit 😊 Highly recommended for everyone.

Whimsical Lakefront Home W/ dock & game room
We had a great time at Jason's house! We took advantage of the numerous games available in the coffee table chest, and the arcade games in the game room. It's a fun place and it was also very clean when we arrived. Jason was very responsive when we had a bit of an issue with the key box. Overall we had a great experience and we would willingly come back again!
Mendocino house rentals

Healdsburg 2br Cottage with Private Yard!
This was the perfect spot for our quiet weekend. I usually prefer not to use guesthouse Airbnbs but this one was totally private and felt like entirely its own space. Super clean, cozy, and comfortable. We’ll be back!

Bright Modern Home | Ocean Side
Barbara’s home was a sun filled, open and beautiful space, we had a very luxurious and cozy weekend as a family - it was just perfect in every way. So many thoughtful touches all around the house, well appointed and stocked with everything we needed. We truly had the most wonderful stay. Our highlights: breakfast on the patio, fully loaded playroom that kept our daughter entertained for hours & the premium bedding, bed and pillows. Can’t wait to come back.

Beautiful, Spacious, ArtHaus!
We had a wonderful stay! The house is beautiful, with amazing art throughout, and it had all the kitchen supplies we needed. The hot tub was clean and ready to enjoy, and the bathrooms were spotless. The owner was very communicative and even left us a thoughtful welcome gift, which was a lovely touch. Just a quick note: the shower in the guesthouse is outside, so plan accordingly. Overall, it was a fantastic stay, and we’d highly recommend this property!

Charming Windsor Home
This is a nice detached cottage, with a complete kitchen, and bedroom. It was very conveniently located for us, with visits to breweries and wineries all near. Nicely decorated. This is a residential neighborhood, so there are dogs that bark at all hours. The ac is not built-in, not a mini-split, but instead a portable unit set up in the living room. It cools the living and kitchen just fine, but the cool air has to navigate into the bedroom, and that takes a while. The only real complaint is that if you are there during a rain event, the water drips onto something that makes a lot of noise in the bedroom, and makes it hard to sleep. No rain, no issue

The Dollhouse in Saint Helena
We would stay there again. The neighbor hood is very quiet and nice. Walking distance to Main Street. Centrally location to visit wineries and shops.

Grateful Home
This is a fantastic location, with just about everything we wanted to do within walking distance (movies, Ramen Gajjin, walking trails, Retrograde Coffee). The home is spotlessly clean, the front bed is super comfy (didn’t try the second bed). The kitchen is well appointed with everything you need to make a nice meal or morning coffee. Vann was great to work with, especially when we had one small request before our visit. Vann replied right away, happy to accommodate. This home is just an hour from us, so we look forward to visiting again when we want to get out of town for a night or two. It is also ideal because the second bedroom looks really nice and we can bring my senior mom with us. She’ll appreciate the big shower and spacious bathroom that adjoins the bedrooms. There is a handsome redwood tree by the front porch. Next time I’m there, will watching the world go by, mug in hand. Thanks, Vann!

Wine Country Fairgrounds AC BBQ Downtown Stocked!
had a great time at Dan's place. close to everything. full kitchen with everything. was there to take of my son for post op knee surgery. so great to able to cook in a nice setup. Will most be back to enjoy another time in tbe future

Colibrí - Villa Grande, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
Tom’s place was exactly what we needed. We needed a couple of days of rest and relaxation. The cabin was clean, kitchen was amazing, had everything we needed. So nice to be tucked away in between trees, short walk to river. Neighbors were friendly and helpful. I digs it!
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 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 $130 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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