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Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10

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Watch the Crashing Waves along the bluffs and Whale Spouts along
Colby Reef - Truly Magnificent
Walkway as you enter front door
Upper and Lower Wraparound Window Bring the Outside In
Custom Openbeam Ceiling with Large Viewing Mezine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Little River, CA
  • Place, Van Damme State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Glass Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10

Colby Reef is a charming, private, and relaxing home offering an incredible Mendocino coast getaway.

Located only 1.5 miles from Van Damme State Park & Beach, where you can explore an incredibly scenic network of trails, including the unique pygmy forest and lush fern canyon. You can rent a kayak or relax at the beach. Right by the park is the Little River Inn, offering a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, spa, fabulous dining, and Ole's Whale Watch Bar.
The historic Mendocino Village and all it has to offer is just an 8-minute drive.

The stunning living room with vaulted ceilings opens to the dining, kitchen, and mezzanine area, making it perfect for everyone to stay connected.

The mezzanine area includes a foosball table, board games, and two amazing recliners to kick back and enjoy the ocean views.

The large dining table has seating for ten to enjoy a great meal as you gaze at the waves.

There are two bedrooms on the main floor. The ocean views primary suite has a king-size bed and an attached ensuite with a separate shower and bathtub.
The second guest bedroom on the main floor has a queen-size bed and looks out to the beautiful deck and yard.

There is a large private suite downstairs that you can also access from a separate entrance, which includes a king-size bed, two queen sleeper sofas, a detached bathroom, and a laundry room.

The large wraparound ocean view deck has a hot tub, barbecue, and several areas to relax, unwind, and take in the splendid sunsets.

Colby Reef is the perfect home to make Mendocino coast memories that will last a lifetime.

Although Colby Reef is pet friendly, please note that it is limited to dogs only with a maximum number of no more than 2.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Little River

Located in Little River, this holiday home is by the sea. Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mendocino Coast Massage and Noyo Harbor. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Little River, CA

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Agate Beach - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Skunk Train - 27 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Glass Beach - 32 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waiting Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10 on 4 May 2026 start from AU$758, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Colby Reef an Ocean View Home near Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Van Damme State Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Albion River Bridge. Mendocino Headlands State Park and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host made an extra effort to welcome our group, which was celebrating my husband’s 80th, with our immediate family and dogs. Everything was immaculate, and we could hear the waves, as I had hoped. I also had forgotten how convenient this location is to Hwy 20, so just a few minutes’ drive to our favorite places, like Mendocino and Noyo River Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home, loved the fresh flowers all over the house, hot tub worked great, fully stocked kitchen & comfy beds. Only downside was the internet didn’t work, but we had fun regardless.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Excellent homes and service

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is the second time I've rented with Mendocino Preferred and again it was above and beyond. The house was perfect with outstanding views. Mendocino Preferred houses are always well maintained and stocked with everything needed. They always add very special personal touches that really make you feel welcome. I can't say enough about the professionalism and service. I would definitely highly recommend them, and we will be back!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dawn K.

Colby Reef

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This has is beautiful and comfortable for our family of 5 adults. Had everything we needed. The toilet in the master bathroom kept running and then the handle broke...we had to use the bathroom down the hall for a day which wasn't fun during the night. Otherwise everything else was great
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the space and view! We had plenty of sleeping space and the large table was great to share meals. Thank you for your accomodations and hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A well equipped lovely home. Served the needs of seven adults in complete comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim d.

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

Beach gettaway

Very nice property.well stocked amd fantastic veiw.host was very good too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful retreat

My family loved the property. It accommodated our large family comfortably and the view is incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Visiting from Kiwi Land

IWe had such a fun time with the welcoming stay at Colby Reef. Lots of room with very comfortable amenities. My brothers (3) visiting from New Zealand have nothing but praise.Cheers.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva B.

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

Little River coastal beauty

We loved our stay at the house! It had stunning views and was well equipped with amenities to get us started! We were bummed the fire place didn’t work as it was fairly chilly in the main part of the house in the morning and evening. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite getaway overlooking the ocean

Spacious and comfortable place overlooking the ocean. Loved being able to hear the waves and watching the sunsetting over the waters every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrys A.

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

Loved It!

We had a great stay celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. The property management went to the extra length of recognizing our special day with signage and a special treat at the bar. The house was beautiful, comfortable, great views, and near everything we wanted to do. We would definitely stay at this property again and can highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was actually older than appeared on website, very much appreciated courtesy call, giving us the status of the road due to Caltrans repair.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Winifred S.

Mendocino stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful house great location
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vance B.

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

Back again!! :)

Also our second day at this wonderful home. My family loves the area and we weren’t disappointed. Comfortable and relaxing. Everything was great. Thanks!!!!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reed R.

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

Very nice house. Well stocked.

Very clean house with well stocked kitchen and pantry. Not sure it sleeps 10, but definitely 8 comfortably. Would recommend and book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

M H.

Great Mendocino House Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our second time at Colby Reef. The downstairs part of the house was great for our group of teens as it left the main part of the house upstairs for the rest of us. It’s close to the town of Mendocino and Fort Bragg. The house has all the amenities we need and the kitchen is well stocked with plenty of supplies. We really appreciate that it is pet friendly and that our dog can travel with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Big House, Lots of Room, Quiet Area, Great View!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Third time we've stayed here with our dog. Great view in private quiet area. Really like having access to garage for our mountain bikes! Has everything we really needed! My wife says it needs a full-length mirror & a Keurig coffee pot would be nice! Only other suggestion is for the price it would be nice if the cobb webbs were cleaned over the dining room table & kitchen window.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sunny P.

Refreshing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed house
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

Amazing property

We went here for my fathers 80th birthday celebration. It was perfect! The property was even more beautiful than the pictures and the house has a lovely cozy atmosphere. Adults, seniors and children all loved it and had plenty of room. The views were great too of course! Checkin was smooth and simple and the house was super clean. It was perfect in every way for us and we hope to return again someday .Thanks for all the personal touches and!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly A.

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

Beautiful location with lots of privacy

The location is lovely, great views of the ocean, although best observed from the upper level viewing chairs inside. There is a huge wraparound deck, with one side facing the ocean, and the other facing the secluded forest. The hot tub location faces the forest, and was very private and quiet. My negative note is the sofa in the living room is quite old, to the point where some of the seams are coming undone. Overall, this was a very nice home with an excellent location, and would be great for a family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emil P.

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

Great location, beautiful house!

The location is gorgeous. It's a treat to watch the ocean and the sunset from the top level of the house or from the porch. The house is clean and in good condition, with beautiful kitchen and good furnishings. The towel folding art was impressive. As minor suggestions for improvement, having the windows washed would improve the enjoyment of the view, and including a starter amount of shampoo and cooking oil would save a 30m drive to Safeway for people who didn't read the welcome emails closely enough or forgot to pack them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Les P.

Colby house vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent location, house was clean and with modern appliances. Well stocked, great view. The small problem we had was rapidly handled. Mendo. Preferred Vacation staff were friendly and responsive especially considering the COVID situation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pattie R.

Colby Reef-comfortable with beautiful views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Colby Reef was a comfortable home, well stocked with beautiful views of the forest and ocean. The house is well stocked with everything you would need. Quiet location but near to excellent dining and great beaches. Management team at Mendocino Preferred we’re gracious and helpful. This is the second time we used them to find a vacation rental and would do so again. Memorable family vacation.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Clean, Spacious and Comfortable

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was comfortable, super clean inside, very spacious and the configuration was perfect for our family group. The location is convenient for our frequent trips into Mendocino and Fort Bragg. Deer and quail visited daily. Though the visibility of the ocean from the house is nice, the outside of the windows on ocean-facing side were dirty, causing a hazy obstructed view. The charcoal barbeque was pretty rusted out, and the hot tub is not on the ocean-facing side of the house. And beware of the carpeted runners placed on top of the carpet, they are a trip hazard! That said, the house was generally very nice, and I would happily recommend it to others.

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