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Spacious 4 Bedroom Luxury Estate in Enchanting Mendocino Coast with Wi-Fi

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Back view of the Lichen Manor
Sitting Area on the patio at the back of the Lichen Manor
Front of the Lichen Manor - Front door entrance
Front door entrance and exit into the Lichen Manor
View from living room of hallway to master bedroom & stairs to 2nd floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Mendocino, CA
  • Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
  • Place, Agate Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

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About this property

Spacious 4 Bedroom Luxury Estate in Enchanting Mendocino Coast with Wi-Fi

Welcome to your storybook escape on California’s rugged North Coast. Nestled in the heart of picturesque Mendocino, this one-of-a-kind home is a lovingly restored English-style cottage brimming with history, artistry, and tranquil charm.

Originally commissioned by world-renowned seascape artist E. John Robinson and his wife June, the home was inspired by their travels through the English countryside in the late 1970s and early '80s. Designed to echo the timeless elegance of a traditional half-timbered cottage, this residence is both a personal legacy and a living piece of art.

E. John Robinson (1932–2008) was celebrated for his breathtaking seascapes—over 4,000 in his lifetime—and was featured on four Reader’s Digest covers. His art instruction books and best-selling videos brought his passion to students around the world. This home was his retreat, a space of reflection, creativity, and natural beauty.

Today, the home has been thoughtfully re-imagined by its current owner—also an artist—who was inspired by the soul of the space and the legacy left behind. While preserving the original heart of the home, they introduced a warm, country-modern style. Yellow pine resewn flooring, imported from a Georgia mill, sets the tone. The kitchen is a masterpiece in itself, featuring custom walnut cabinetry and hand-crafted details throughout.

Surrounded by lush pygmy and redwood forest, the property is a peaceful sanctuary where nature, comfort, and artistry converge. Whether you’re sipping coffee in the garden, curled up by the fireplace with a book, or enjoying the textures and fine craftsmanship throughout the home, every detail is designed to help you relax, recharge, and feel truly at home.

(There are 3 homes on this property. Each has their own private access. Not to each other homes. Each home is rented out separately.)

Highlights:

*Located in beautiful coastal Mendocino on 20 acres, 6 minutes from downtown Mendocino

*Authentic English-style cottage designed by E. John Robinson

*Beautiful hand-strewn hardwood beams throughout the entire home

*Completely renovated with modern country flair

*Custom walnut kitchen & artisan woodwork

*Beautiful classic marble tile bathrooms

*Master bath with claw foot bathtub overlooking lush English gardens

*Breathtaking English style gardens throughout the property

*Surrounded by majestic pygmy and redwood forest

*Lush pond with Koi fish, turtles, and frogs

Rustic hot water cowboy tubs for soaking under the stars

A unique artistic retreat, rich in history and inspiration

Come experience Mendocino through the eyes of an artist. This is more than a vacation home—it's a celebration of creativity, comfort, and coastal California charm.

In order to protect this unique property, a Damage Deposit is required. Thank you in advance.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
*Please turn off all water sources, lights, and all heat sources. *This includes water faucets, inside or outside.
*Extra charges will be incurred for dirty dishes being put back into cupboards, or dirty dishes that are left behind *Dog waste must be picked up and disposed of properly
*Fire pit must be completely extinguished before leaving the property!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TTN 7004037

About the area

Mendocino

Mendocino is home to this holiday home. Kelley House Museum and Point Cabrillo Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Noyo Harbor and Mendocino Coast Massage. Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big River - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Agate Beach - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 4 Bedroom Luxury Estate in Enchanting Mendocino Coast with Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Spacious 4 Bedroom Luxury Estate in Enchanting Mendocino Coast with Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 4 Bedroom Luxury Estate in Enchanting Mendocino Coast with Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 4 Bedroom Luxury Estate in Enchanting Mendocino Coast with Wi-Fi located?

Situated in Mendocino, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mendocino Headlands State Park and Van Damme State Park. Big River is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rafael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the house! Beautiful decor. Nice bedding and bathroom towels. Kitchen is well equipped. The outdoors are very beautiful as well. We love the cowboy tubs. I highly recommend this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just wow! Lichen manor takes it to a whole other level. This place is so beautiful and charming. As soon as you walk in you can see that whatever hospitality company this is is top notch. Ive never stayed in a vacation rental that was, not just more well stocked than any other place I've stayed but stocked with better quality housewares. Everything you could possibly need to cook, bake or bbq with is in this house. All of the rooms are tastefully and impeccably furnished, the place is delightful to look at and just be in. The beds were super comfortable and bathrooms are gorgeous as well.We had a small family and friend reunion and this place was perfect. I had no idea that along with the house we were renting about an acre of running around room. There's a big yard and quaint pond and a sort of garden maze I think the previous owners had created but let fall into disrepair. This place is beautiful but clearly still a work in progress. I imagine they are going to do something fabulous with the garden maze in future. I can't wait to find out because we will most likely be booking this place again next year. Definitely take the time at some point on your stay to sit quietly in the yard. You are essentially in the middle of the pygmy forest and on a sunny day it's so pleasant to sit and listen to the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Hank

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Why they chose this property

Close to town but secluded

What makes this property unique

Secluded on 20 acres with rich history of original artistic owner.

Languages:

English

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