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Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District

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A view through a window of a garden with a pathway, various plants, and a wicker chair.
A garden with a variety of flowers and plants, a pathway, and a wicker sofa on the porch.
A kitchen with a central island stove, a microwave, and a sink.
A traditional wooden armoire with a large mirror, a small table with a chair, and a patterned rug in a room with a door leading to another area.
A cozy room with a blue armchair, a small stool, a dining table with a blue tablecloth, and a kitchen area with a stove.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mendocino Headlands State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Mendocino, CA
  • Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kelley House Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mendocino Art Center
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this cottage is by the sea. Kelley House Museum and Point Cabrillo Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Skunk Train are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Map
Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kelley House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Temple of Kwan Tai - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big River - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Terra Mar Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mendocino Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frankie's - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District on 3 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,171, 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.

What time is check-in at Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Garden Cottage In Mendocino's Historic Preservation District located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Mendocino Headlands State Park, Kelley House Museum and Mendocino Art Center. Temple of Kwan Tai and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most enchanting stay in a lovely pocket of downtown mendo! Close to all the spots, yet quiet at home. Incredible garden to enjoy. Most welcoming and accommodating hosts. Not sure what more a guest could want!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location, great hosts, very homey every thing we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at Mike and Kathleen’s cottage! It was incredibly clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We loved the location—being able to walk to coffee shops, restaurants, little shops, and the beautiful Mendocino Headlands was perfect. The garden was lovely and made the cottage feel even more special.Mike and Kathleen were so welcoming and genuinely helpful. They shared some fantastic recommendations for hikes, restaurants, coffee, and even great local spots for cocktails. We really appreciated their local knowledge and enjoyed exploring the area based on their suggestions.We loved our time in Mendocino and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most wonderful stay at the cottage. Excellent location. Clean, spacious and everything you need for a cozy visit to Mendocino. Our hosts Kathleen and Mike were most gracious. Would definitely stay again next time we visit Mendocino.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mendocino is a special place, and Mike and Kathleen have created a cottage experience that totally aligns. The cottage is so well appointed, clean, out-fitted with everything you need, and perfectly located. And the hosts are warm, friendly, and accessible. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in the heart of Mendocino. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cozy cottage with beautiful private garden space. Close to restaurants, stores, and headlands state park with miles of hiking trails.
Coastal hiking trails
Garden
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage lived up to the description. The cottage is a great place to stay. Well will for sure be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet cottage in the center of Mendocino, walking distance to great restaurants and the Headlands. The cottage is comfortable and well--equipped, and we enjoyed sitting in the private garden. Mike and Kathleen are lovely hosts. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location--close to coffee, shopping and the beach! Quiet and clean, will be staying here next time I'm visiting the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts, Mike and Kathleen, were fabulous. And as locals themselves, they had wonderful recommendations for restaurants and things to do around the area. With the cottage attached to their main leaving quarters, you would never know they were there, so there was plenty of privacy. It was easy to walk from the cottage to the shops and restaurants in town. Since it is south of the busier Fort Bragg, it was quiet. So if you are looking for a get-away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is the place to be. Being able to unplug was a welcoming experience. We definitely want to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place. Wonder host!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts, super clean and cozy lodgings, and great location. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an EXCELLENT property! The hosts are responsive and so pleasant. They made us feel like family! The proximity to everything in Mendocino is so very close, we walked to everything available in the town itself. The ocean is just down the street and some of the most impressive sunsets ever could be enjoyed there. Anything needed, from groceries to cafe's to historic homes were a walk away. If you're into the show "Murder She Wrote" the Blair House where it was filmed is just kitty corner to the property. The apartment is laid out beautifully with a comfortable bedroom and queen size bed, a bath with a shower and a kitchen/sitting area that made for a homey refuge. There is complete access to a beautiful porch and gardens with flowers and visiting hummingbirds each day. There were areas very worth visiting within a ten minute drive and we felt we could have stayed here for much longer and not be bored at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Had wonderful time and would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient; nice rooms; nice yard; great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming cottage is matched with wonderful hosts. This was our second stay there and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay. We'd come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cozy cottage with incredibly welcoming hosts. Well appointed with a comfortable bed and lovely seating area. Located within walking distance of the grocery store, restaurants, and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Gracious host & great location

Wonderful little vacation spot. Easy check in, great hosts and incredible location, within walking distance to all the villages shops and restaurants. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host were very communicative and made our arrival super easy. The cottage is well equipped and comfortable. We had everything we needed and plenty of great tips on what to do from Michael and Kathleen. The cottage is very cozy and private. Everything in Mendicino is a short walk! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Our favorite Mendocino lodging

Perfect location with perfect hosts. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Mendocino

Located within easy walk to everything in town, nice quiet cottage. Hosts Mike and Kathleen are nearby and extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, cozy and quiet. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Beautiful garden and so clean. Loved being there for 5 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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