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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mendocino, CA
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Agate Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly

Summary:

Surfwood Getaway



The Space:

Located in a very quiet neighborhood on the edge of Russian Gulch State Park, this beautiful, four-bedroom Mendocino house is waiting to provide your family and friends with lots of happy vacation memories, so pack your beach towels and get ready for a fun-filled getaway! Inside, the great room is open and spacious, with high, vaulted ceilings and skylights, wood accents, a wood-burning fireplace, and lots of attractive furniture and decor. The living room has plenty of comfortable seating surrounding a flatscreen TV, and you'll have fantastic tree views from every window. Adjacent to the living room, the reading nook includes a small bar area for assembling your favorite drinks. The full kitchen has all the small and major appliances and counter space the group chef could ask for, and you'll have plenty of counter space to work on as well. Serve up to six people at the handsome dining table while the kids chatter away from the two breakfast bar stools then let the dishwasher knock out all the dirty dishes while you adjourn outside with friends. Tuck into four well-appointed beds after a fun-filled day. (Please note the fourth bedroom is detached from the home and located off the garage.)



Outside, you'll find a large wrap-around deck furnished with a private gas grill and lots of seating. The kids will love romping around the enclosed yard with the family dog, and the private hot tub is great for soaking your weary muscles after a hot-weather hike. Gather everyone around the firepit to enjoy some toasted s'mores and stargazing, then wrap up your evening with a good Netflix movie with the gang. Remote workers and students will have a desk to work from and the home's free WiFi will make it easy to do a bit of online research for those last-minute projects. Reward your hard work with a fun trip to Agate Beach, just a mile away, then come back to spread out some board games for a fun game night with the kids. For even more outdoor activities, you'll find hiking, picnicking, surfing, kayaking, and fishing nearby, plus plenty of shopping and dining as well.



THINGS TO KNOW

All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

This property does not support EV charging. Guests are kindly asked to use public EV chargers available in the area.



Other Things to Note:

Check-in Form: To ensure a smooth and secure stay for all guests, we kindly require completion of our short check-in form after booking. This includes signing our standard rental agreement and verifying guest and payment information. It only takes a few minutes and helps us prepare the home for your arrival.



Pet Policy: We welcome up to 2 well-behaved dogs (50 lbs or under). A nightly pet fee applies and all pets must be disclosed at booking. Pets may not be left unattended unless crated, must stay off furniture, and guests are responsible for cleanup and reporting any damage. Undeclared pets or excessive mess may result in additional fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glass Beach and Russian Gulch State Park, while Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing nearby.
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Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian Gulch State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Agate Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Skunk Train - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Glass Beach - 22 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waiting Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly?

As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly on 30 May 2026 start from AU$564, 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 Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Getaway - Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Dog Friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Agate Beach, Mendocino Headlands State Park and Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park. Mendocino Art Center and Friendship Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Soraya R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location, central to both Fort Bragg and Mendocino. Great living room, very spacious with lots of seating. Loved the backyard, and fire pit. Family fits well with lots of room for parking. Kitchen lacked pots and pans and not enough plates and utensils for a big group of people. We have rented a lot of homes throughout the years and this is the first house we came across without access to laundry. The hot tub did not heat well at first until we reset after unplugging. It was not very clean at time of use. The neighborhood looks clean and well lived in by residents. It was nice to walk around.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was clean and comfortable. The location was ideal as located in between FB and Mendo. Plenty of room in the house, we had 6 adults and very comfortable. Hot tub was a nice plus at the end of the day. There was an issue with the heater and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Molly R.

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

Lovely stay

Beautiful property. Overall great stay. Did the trick! A couple of minor notes: - the cabin has thin walls between rooms - bathroom towels were limited - no laundry facilities available
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara J.

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

Family reunion trip

My family and i booked this property for a family reunion. My dad , his wife, my aunt, and my boyfriend all stayed at the rental and the main family reunion was at my great uncles land about a mile up the road. The location was absolutely perfect and the size of the rental was also just right. All of the rooms were very comfortable and the hot tub was such a luxury that made our trip feel much more like a vacation. The area was lovely to walk at all times of the day and the perimeter of the house was a lot of fun to explore. The surf boards and theme of the house was cute but not overdone and the living room was just gorgeous to sit in during morning coffee and evening night caps.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry Z.

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

Beautiful large home on the woods

Property was precisely as described online. Very close to the town of Mendocino, as well as state parks, beaches, nearby attractions. Would gladly go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Serenity in the summer

We booked our stay to escape the Sacramento heat, and we couldn’t be happier with this property. Everything from the surrounding tall redwoods to the roomy hot tub to the spacious, well-designed house was a 10/10. Plus, this property is extremely well-located with downtown Mendocino less than a five minute drive away.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Tish P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

50th

This house was so beautiful and comfortable for all eight of us for our 50th wedding anniversary. We all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pros: gorgeous property with ample gathering space in the living room. Honestly, the property in the photos matched what we saw in the pictures. Its very petty. Cons: No washer/dryer access despite there being one on site in the garage. Not ideal for long visits. Floors were a bit dirty and floorboards were lifted in spots.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful spot in Mendocino redwoods

The location of this house is amazing - it is close to Mendocino and Fort Bragg, but set back in a quiet redwood neighborhood. The kitchen is well-stocked, and there is a place for everyone to study, have coffee and do their own thing. The only drawback for us was that the back bedroom was not clean and the garbage in the house was overfilled, so we worried initially that someone else was staying there when we arrived. (Turns out, just a miss by the cleaning team.) Still highly recommend this house to those traveling with a group of adults or teenagers.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely Living Room

The living room of the house was perfect, we could all hang out together to play family games, eat and relax. It was the perfect gathering place. The wood stove was awesome and made the room so cozy and nice. They already had wood ready to go! The house is in a nice neighborhood and with a short walk you can see the coast. The drawback of the property is the 4th bedroom is an addition to the garage so whoever stays in there is really separate from the group, but my parents stayed in there and liked they couldn’t hear any noise from the family games. The laundry saga… The local rental company failed to update the VRBO listing so we thought there was a washer and dryer and there is no laundry facilities. (You can see them in the garage but you do not have access) They only had 1 bath towel per person which was ok, but if there is no laundry they should provide more towels. At this price point we expected a washer and dryer. The homeowners should know the local company post the wrong info on VRBO. The rental company told us to go to a laundry mat if we wanted to do laundry instead of apologizing for posting incorrect info about the house. Like we wanted to spend our vacation sitting in a laundry mat. My husband and my Dad had to go to the local place in person for them to make it right by giving us a small credit for each night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

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

Perfect Location!

Surfood Getaway was perfectly located minutes from downtown Mendocino and close to lots of hiking. The house was clean and decorated well. Lots of parking and 4 rooms for a big family. We enjoyed cooking and watching movies on the big screen TV. Kitchen items need an upgrade. There's only one frying pan and it is well used and icky. Only one hot mitt that is so thin you burn your hands pulling things from the oven. No cutting board. Neighbors dogs are almost always outside and they bark relentlessly every time you go outside which made using the BBQ and fire pit unenjoyable. There was no access to the washer and dryer which may be a problem for people staying longer than a couple nights. A landscape crew showed up and wanted to mow, weed whack and blow while we were relaxing so we had to listen to that for an hour. It would have been nice to be told the schedule so we could have been out during their work time. We chose this house because other reviews said the hot tub was crystal clean, but when we arrived, it was filthy and smelled awful. I contacted Vacasa right away, but spent hours of my time texting, sending pictures and videos to prove there was an issue. When I finally got connected with the local team, they were able to send someone out the next day but we still drained and the hot tub and refilled it ourselves, the maintenance guy just cleaned out all the dirt. We lost 2 days of hot tub use so that was a drag.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Harmeet V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, great location and home. It's just like the photos and close to the beach and town. The beds are comfortable, kitchen has all necessities and there are games/puzzles for quality family time. One thing to note, the description notes the yard is enclosed. Its not fully enclosed so i kept my dogs on leash when outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

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