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Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

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Property grounds
Beach
Living area
View from property
Living area

Overview of Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Little River, CA
  • Popular LocationVan Damme State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTemple of Kwan Tai8 min drive
  • Popular LocationRussian Gulch State Park9 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Stillwell Point offers guests a sky high, heart stopping view of Little River's rocky coastal cliffs, islands, and sea arches. This unique glass and stone hideaway sits perched on the very edge of a steep sheer drop . . . hundreds of feet above Buckhorn Cove. This is the soaring domain of the osprey and the hawk . . . in which you can share.

Even indoors, you are surrounded by sky, sea, and sunshine . . . thanks to Stillwell Point's wraparound view windows and sliding glass doors which lead to a pair of patios on the cliff's edge.

If the weather turns wet or chilly . . . and, you literally find Stillwell Point wrapped in the midst of clouds . . . there's a huge stone fireplace just waiting to keep you warm and dry, a million miles away from the worries of your everyday world.

Our home was built into the hidden hillside, incorporating natural materials that were washed up on shore such as huge wood pilings, driftwood, shells, starfish, local river stones, old glass buoys, and ancient ship anchors which add to the charm. Native plants and wild flowers blanket the cliff which overlooks the sea below.

My in-laws designed and built the home in the 1960s. My husband's family has lived in Mendocino and Little River since the early 1800s. They were avid sailors and also loved Hawaii and had a home there as well. The Hawaiian details are from that influence. My brother in law was a woodworker and built most of the wood furniture in the home. The satellite maps in the map bedroom came from NASA.
We have never updated the home to preserve the original design and realize that the home has a lot of quirks. Sliding doors, windows, floor heaters, refrigerator and dishwasher have all been replaced recently.
Keywords: Private Hideaway

Property manager

Ina Rice
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets allowed if approved by owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If your pet is approved, there is a $50 pet fee per pet.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Little River

Located in Little River, this holiday home is by the ocean. Mendocino Coast Massage and Noyo Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Little River, CA

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 3 min drive
  • Albion River Bridge - 4 min drive
  • Temple of Kwan Tai - 8 min drive
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 9 min drive
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • Goodlife - 8 min drive
  • Patterson's Pub - 8 min drive
  • Dick's Place - 8 min drive
  • Flow Restaurant and Lounge - 8 min drive
  • Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Van Damme State Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 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

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking Views!
Vintage 1960's cabin with unbelievable location. The cabin is built into the rock on a bluff overlooking the rocky pacific coast. Worth every penny and we had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

RICHARD S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Quiet Comfortable
We had a relaxing time staring at the ocean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Property and Fun Getaway
This is one of the coolest places I've ever stayed. The view, the property and the house itself was so fun and comfortable. I loved the furnishings and the fact that they owners have kept it just the way it was meant to be. So clean and full of history and meaningful decorations. The owner was so kind, prompt and very easy to talk to. I will be coming back as many times as I can. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Marilyne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
House needs updates
The location for the house is lovely; however, the amenities are very outdated. Most of the appliances do not work properly; the beds are very hard; and the shower looks like something created in the 1950s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

gilbert h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!
Amazing spot. We will be back. Great Host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ina Rice

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Our family has lived in Little River and Mendocino since the 1800's.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy our map room with it's nautical details.

Languages:

English

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