I OH-SO appreciate this comfortable retreat with THE most amazing views. I would describe these accommodations as magical and mystical, a diamond in the rough. We spent three nights in the Vista Room and agree with many others that the view is one of the best in Mendocino, within walking distance to the bluffs and downtown. The deck is the perfect place to watch the sun sets and playful birds. It is dog friendly and very private and secluded. The room is very well appointed, coat rack, iron, hairdryer and some kitchen items like a bit of silverware, coffee mugs and wine glasses. The couches recline, and the TV is hidden up top of the fireplace!! Romance by the Sea, lives up to its name with the many sparkling surprises. A beautiful setting for couples to appreciate each other as well as all the beauty bestowed on us from Mother Nature. We've already made reservations to come back read more

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The location is nice but the place desperately needs some work. We had a cafe table but the chairs were two different heights. Some silverware would have been nice, we got 2 forks,2knives, 1spoon. The ceiling needs work, peeling paint, water damage, etc. The shower was an interesting setup inside the jacuzzi tub. Some repairs and a nice coat of paint would go a long way. read more

Heaven on earth!! Hands down, favorite place I've ever stayed. I planned this trip almost 6 months ago when I committed to run my first ultra -- Mendocino 50K. I noticed the Seaside cottage was located near town and I was drawn to the "penthouse" for its spa/jacuzzi tub which I thought would be delightful after running 31+ miles. The room surpassed my expectations with breathtaking views of the Mendocino headlands. I appreciated the fantastic location ~0.5 mi short walk to town and the luxurious, comfortable bed. Mel is the best host and so many thoughtful touches like a welcome basket, coffee and even binoculars to check out wildlife. I've never felt so relaxed and happy. I love Mendocino and the Seaside cottage. Definitely returning -- highly recommend read more

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Service was great. We were switching accommodations due to some unsatisfactory conditions and they were so nice that they wanted to get us in as soon as possible. The communication was a 10. Text messages and an email with very clear check in instructions. Yes, there were ants but they never left the bathroom sink. The place was clean. They even had a full kitchen in the cottage we stayed in.. walking distance to the bluffs. Super cute spot. Check out the pics. My kids felt better about this spot and we could all breathe. Also walking distance to the market and shops. We would definitely come back and stay here. Just one recommendation- upgrade the bed sheets to a higher thread count or replace them when they get rough and tattered. read more

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Charming cottages with spectacular views. We had the Honeymoon cottage, which was quite large. The fireplace and jacuzzi were nice. Staff was excellent and very helpful. We hope to return when weather is better. read more

What a fantastic stay we had at Mendocino Seaside Cottage. We had the Honeymoon Suite in that it is one of the two Suites that are pet-friendly. The room was spotless, the amenities wonderful ( Kitchenette, Snacks, Fireplace. Jetted tub for two with a view, private deck, Robes). The view was wonderful straight to the Ocean. The host was most accommodating. A no-brainer the next time we visit, can't wait to go back! read more

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My SO and I visited Mel and Mendocino Seaside Cottage for the first time this past weekend, and it was everything I could've hoped for and more! To start with, Mel was very responsive by email and phone. This was the first time we'd traveled since Covid, and I was a little nervous about doing so. Called Mel prior to making the reservation, and he described the safety and cleaning measures they were taking to ensure guests' safety. I immediately jumped online and made the rez. We stayed in the Cottage "room"...and I use quotation marks because it was a studio apartment. There was a small but full kitchen with all the hardware you'd need to prepare a meal, a full size sofa and matching love seat that were super comfy, a huge bathroom with a gorgeous jacuzzi tub for two and walk in shower, and a charming patio out the french doors that was the perfect place for morning coffee and evening cocktails. Mel made it clear that this was the only unit that didn't have the dramatic views of the other rooms, but I don't know that I'd give up the space and comfort for a better view! In fact, I'm pretty sure I won't when we go back there again. Cause for sure, we'll go back again! We hadn't been to Mendocino previously - it's a great weekend getaway from the Bay Area. Far enough that you feel like you're getting away, but not so far that you're driving forever to get there. If you have the time, enjoy a scenic but leisurely drive up Hwy 1, or if you just want to hurry up and get there, it's an easy jaunt across Hwy 20 from 101. It's the kind of place where you can do as little or as much as you want. We didn't do as much as we had planned because the room was so lovely that we just wanted to hang out and relax! read more

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We stayed here at the end of march for the first time and loved it! We stayed in Special Occasion and a highly recommend it. There's a nice ocean view and we could see whale spouts from whales passing from the room. There's no one above you in this room so it's quiet. It has a microwave and fridge and they provide cooking utensils, but I don't know how you'd cook really. It's not a bed and breakfast , but they gave us a nice basket of treats - 2 of everything : water, Gatorade, instant oatmeal , packaged danish, cheese and crackers and a bag of popcorn. We were celebrating my husband's bday and they gave us a bottle of champagne for that, which was a nice touch. You can walk to town and we had our bikes so we biked around. Comfortable bed and the jacuzzi bath was awesome ! Will def stay here again ! We saw the honeymoon room and it's awesome. We were on a budget but it's a good value and really cool room. We'll prob book that sometime ! This place is a great value ! read more

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The high points are very nice view. Mel was friendly. Why I am giving it a two star review is that so many things have not been maintained or kept up. We stayed in the Honeymoon suite, which is a joke, based on how dated and poorly maintained it is. The bath sink has tiles with cracks (and very dated), the strip between the floors in bath missing, several of the pictures on the walls are badly faded, the binder in room was falling apart, etc. It just seems like they put in the minimum and try to cover up the neglect with cheery signs of living by the beach and a bottle of champagne. The check in was a pain as well as we were not given the code to get in via text as promised, then given the wrong code... We won't return, which is too bad because we like the area. read more

This is a special place in a special town, we loved our stay in the penthouse suite. Mel is super thoughtful, making you feel welcome and including so many amenities that make you feel taken care of (snacks, coffee, tea, umbrellas, binoculars, books, movies, a tray so that you can eat breakfast in bed!, etc.). The view from the room is spectacular and the furnishings are so comfortable. It's a bit of a blast from the past but in a great way. Also, the steam shower is fantastic! We usually like to try out different places in the Mendocino area but this is one we'll come back to. read more

Mendocino Seaside Cottage is a lovely, peaceful, charming place. Mel treated me like I was his best friend. Before arriving, he reached out by email, phone and text in a most pleasant way to make sure we had all the info to check in. Super easy with a door code. Beautiful grounds, close to town. Ocean view and sunset from our window. Hot tub is amazing. Extras like Krups coffee, teas, hot chocolate and a basket of healthy snacks added wonderfully to the experience. Mel followed up with the most thoughtful email after our trip. This place is a gem for couples. read more

My husband and I stayed here last night for our 16th anniversary. We were in the penthouse. I was so excited to get in the room and I really wanted to love it. But... First if all, we rang the phone to check in and the man on the phone (I assume Mel?) told my husband that there was a complimentary bottle of champagne waiting in the room for us. When we got in the room, no champagne. We looked everywhere. No biggie. Then, since we were super tired, we decided to take a nap. We pulled the bedding down and there were little human hairs all over the sheets! I think my husband counted 15! Between the sheets and pillows. My husband kind of laughed and swept them away, but I was pretty grossed out. So, my husband decided to call and at least ask about the champagne. The little brochure said to dial 6 to speak to someone. No one answered and it went to a voice-mail. My husband left a VM about the champagne and mentioned the hairs in the bed. This was at 3:15pm. No response. Ever. We went down into Mendocino for awhile, came back, went to bed. No response. Left the next morning by 11. Nothing. We never saw this Mel that everyone talks about. Other than those 2 things, the room does have an amazing view. The jacuzzi tub was pretty cool. But over all I was just a little disappointed for the price we spent. The rooms (at least the penthouse) do need a thorough deep cleaning. read more

Perfect. Can't wait to return. We stayed in Vista View with our pug. It was a short walk to the village and the beach. Beautiful grounds. It was private, comfortable, and well-appointed. We appreciated the snacks, the sparkling wine, and getting outside of our own four walls to somewhere that looked like a painting. Thank you so much for the much-needed getaway. read more

Stayed here for only one night and really wish we could have stayed a lot longer. The penthouse room was spacious and very nicely appointed. The soaking tub and steam shower were wonderful. The turret room with it's unobstructed views was a wonderful place to sit and read or have a snack, and standing on the little balcony that looked out to the sea gave a peaceful, otherworldly feel that made the whole trip worth it. This was my first trip to Mendocino, so I don't have any other local lodging experiences to compare. I'm not sure I really want to go anywhere else after staying here. I read many great reviews of other B&Bs in the area, but I don't think I will be trying out any of them so long as Mel has the penthouse room available for me. read more

Mel et al are fantastic! Über fast responses to any and all questions, everything was as promised. Great location, northern part of village of Mendocino. Upon parking the car, we never used it until we left as we walked everywhere. Just bring a flashlight as it is mos def dark when walking back from late night trips to restaurants and pubs. About 10 minute into town but be wary walking on Lansing at night as there is more auto traffic than one might think. Stayed in Special Occasion room. Ocean view. Clean. DVD/CD/tv worked fine. Gas fireplace controlled via thermostat. Great jacuzzi! Small fridge convenient. Complimentary, custom champagne. Yum. Hiked the nearby Headlands trails and along the beach. Good exercise, lots of nice people to take your pix for you and lots of dogs. read more

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OK let me first say that this place has it ALL! They are located right next to s state park with no obstruction to the view of the beautiful Mendo coast line. We had a last minute trip we wanted to take there and after trying several other places that were all closed for the night we called Seaside Cottage. We did not get an answer when we called at 9:00 pm on a Thursday but was pleasantly surprised that Mel the owner called me back within a few minutes and was able to accommodate us for the weekend. We stayed 4 days and could not have asked for anything better. We arrived very late (3:00 AM) and found our room and put in the code lock at the door. We had a full kitchen and huge 2 person bath / spa tub. This room was great as it was EXTREMELY PRIVATE and had a fantastic view of the coast line. We had everything we needed and had probably the best 4 day vaca we have had in 20 years. It was exactly what we wanted and couldn't believe more people didn't know about this place. The fact that they are pet friendly is a plus but also was told that they had newer rooms that did not have pets in them if that was needed. We have 2 small dogs that were in heaven with the fireplace and private patio area for all of us to kick back and take it all in! They do not offer breakfast or traditional B & B stuff you would expect at a place like this but do offer the kitchen in the one room and refrigerators in the other rooms. This is the way we like it as we did not want to socialize with other guest and gave us more time alone to just hang out. The downtown area is only a few minute walk and you will have access to everything breakfast there. We will definitely be coming back here and are already looking at dates we can make that happen! read more

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Spent two nights in the honeymoon suite. It's the only room that comes with your own parking space, although parking is not an issue, but we found it nice knowing we had a designated spot. Overall it was a nice enough room, although a bit dated. There's a microwave, mini-fridge, along with whatever one would need to fix a quick bite to eat. The owners even provided the coffee along with other treats in a basket. The bed was very comfortable and I really liked how the heater doubled as a faux fireplace. I believe that all, except for one room, are pet friendly which is pretty cool if you're like us and like to travel with the four legged family members! read more

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What a wonderful, beautiful get~away! We stayed here on our 5th trip to this quaint little town and picked the Seaside Cottages this time ~ we will "Certainly" be returning! We absolutely enjoyed our stay! Very clean with gorgeous grounds surrounding! A private patio to watch the ocean sunsets ~ Doesn't get any better than that! read more

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My husband and I had an amazing stay at Mendocino Seaside Cottage! It was probably one of the best trips we've been on together, and the accommodations played a huge part in that! From the time we booked, we truly felt like guests. Mel emailed me a welcome message, and attached a map of the town, a map of Anderson Valley wineries and a list of nearby restaurants. When we checked in, Norm met us out front to tell us a little bit about the place and suggestions for what to do and where to go during our stay (thanks for the recommendation for Flow!). He also presented us with a bottle of sparkling wine - how awesome is that?? We stayed in the special occasion room and it was perfect. Extremely clean, tastefully decorated, and we enjoyed the cute touches like heart stickers on the ends of the paper towel and toilet paper rolls. The jacuzzi tub was HUGE. The bed was a little firm for my taste but the blankets were super comfortable. The kitchen had glasses, cutlery, plates, and a few appliances. And there was a welcome basket with snacks! Seriously, if this was a Marriott we would have paid three times what we paid here! We got there at night so the next day we walked around the grounds a bit and took in the scenery. It's beautiful, and our room had a gorgeous ocean view. There are sitting areas around the property, including a gazebo but it looked like it was being worked on when we were there. Next time we go to Mendocino we will look no further than Mendocino Seaside Cottage!! read more

This was our first trip to Mendocino, and we brought our 14 year old lab along. The setting of this house is exceptional- the grounds are lovely, the views stunning. We stayed in the Vista View room, which was well appointed and lives up to its name. The bed was comfy and it was convenient to have a mini kitchen. Just a short walk to town made it a relaxing getaway. read more

This is a long awaited review...we stayed here for our honeymoon in August, 2000. Upon our arrival, we found this to be a charming cottage on a foggy, somewhat chilly evening. We arrived at around 7 because we stopped in Booneville for some beers and grub at the Anderson Valley Brewing Company (another review). The room reserved was one of the honeymoon suites...this one otherwise known as the cat room. Let's just say, we're dog people. Although it was very cottage cute, my new hubby was not too keen on the cat towels and pillows. He survived, it has been 7 years. There was a little Weber grill on the deck. We put it to good use after walking to the general store and finding ourselves a couple of filet mignon and potatoes...hubby grilled up a fine meal. Overall, nice place. Quiet, nice views (well, except for the fog) and short walk to the beach and town. Enjoy! read more

Great weekend stay in an amazing location. Located within a short walk into the town of Mendocino. Beautiful views of the ocean right outside your window. read more

We just got back from 2 nights at the Mendocino Seaside Cottages and it was amazing. Mel welcomed us with a warm greeting and left us with a bottle of sparkling wine to celebrate our arrival. The view was spectacular and the accomodations were great. We were in the honeymoon cottage which had a great view looking over the ocean and a nice deck just outside the beautiful french doors. The birds also kept us enterained as they ate out of the bird feeder just outside the room. The only negatives I can say were that the pillows were a bit too firm and the bathroom was a bit small, but a small price to pay for such a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back again. read more

Awesome find, we loved our stay here. We stayed in the Honeymoon Suite, which overlooked the back garden & ocean. The room was clean, comfortable, and came with a complimentary bottle of bubbly. It was a short walk to the coastline and restaurants. Mel was very friendly - he made sure we had everything we needed. The property and setting were lovely. If you're looking to get away and relax, this is the place to stay. read more

Location - 4 stars Ambiance - 2 stars Cleanliness - 2 stars Hospitality - 1 star Amenities - 2 stars Total - 2 stars I really wanted to like this place, but it is tired and rundown. We stayed in the Vista View room and while the views were outstanding, the decor was very 80's (light salmon and hunter green decor). The paint is scuffed, moldings are separating and there are cobwebs in the corners of the ceiling. Overall while the room appeared to be clean, on closer inspection, it really does need a good cleaning top to bottom, the molding around the bathroom door, especially where the light switch is located was black with grime and worn. Like someone mentioned before, the inn keeper apparently supplies everything from Costco, from the jug containers of soap and shampoo to the polyester sheets on the bed. The pillows were as flat as pancakes so we resorted to sleeping on the shams as well. Someone marked this as a B&B....this is definitely not a B&B, unless you count the prepackaged Costco danish, pudding, peaches and granola bar in a small basket as the breakfast. When you arrive there is a phone to check-in, I called the number - no answer. I called the second number for the assistant - he asked what room we were staying in. I told him I didn't know and he said he couldn't help me without knowing what room since the keys are kept in lock boxes outside the entrances. I called the main number again and got Mel, he also asked me what room I was staying in. Incredible that no one is on site to great you! In fact we did not see anyone who works here the entire 2 night stay. So if you want a place that you're not bothered with any sort of hospitality, then this is your place. Personally, we had high hopes since this was a midway point on our trip and we were looking forward to a quaint and cozy resting spot for a couple days in which we could sit on the porch, sip wine and watch the ocean. Recommendation to the Inn Keeper - give the entire property a good cleaning and a new coat of paint. Trim the brush and do some meaningful landscaping. The potential here is incredible. read more

First, the view from this cottage is absotively AMAZING! Right at the edge of the Mendocino Headlands Park, you've got a dazzling panoramic view out the front and a side view that includes the lighthouse and the rugged coast. Absolutely amazing... At night it is so dark, you need a flashlight to maneuver around back to the car. Very cool...I almost hit a deer on the way home one evening. I think I interrupted his dinner. Second, the cottage itself is a bit...ahem...tired looking. They allow pets (I'm a dog owner (didn't have him on this trip), but don't relish the idea of smelling other people's animals.) so upon entry into the room, you KNOW this is a pet-friendly place. The amenities are ok. Costco (Kirkland) brand shampoo in a big bottle in the shower, dollar store soap in a bottle in the shower, Costco sheets, etc. The bed pillows need to be taken around back and shot! Pillows are cheap, so that's an easy fix. There is a strategically hidden cable TV, DVD player (two chick movies included...nice touch!), coffee maker, refrigerator, etc. All of that stuff was great.. It's just that the place needs a really good scrubbing and repainting! The pet smell was overwhelming by the second day. The price was quite fair, but even at the lower pricing structure, the place needs to be cleaner...really. The owner (Mel) was a very nice guy who encouraged us to call him if we needed something. I spoke with him a few times on the phone, but never did meet him...he called himself the "Phantom Innkeeper" during one phone conversation. Ha. Again, he seemed very concerned that we have a good time and made it clear he was available if need be. Sometimes B and B owners can get to be a bit annoying...not this time and I liked it! Would we stay here again? Probably. Like I said, the VIEW is perhaps one of the best i have ever seen at an inn in this area! read more

Mel, the innkeeper, was so awesome from the moment I booked this hotel that I really wanted to like this place. However, it fell short of expectations. First of all, I do not recommend coming in at night as your actual room is a bit difficult to find. I did appreciate the homey touches in the room (bathroom cups, silverware, etc.), but the room itself was in need of refurbishment. The room also smelled a bit musky, likely because they allow pets. The views however, were amazing. The cottages are very quaint, but I felt that they were overpriced for the somewhat lack of upkeep and service level. read more

My husband and I stayed at the penthouse suite of Mendocino seaside cottages. Everything was just perfect, from the views to the amenities to all the nice little touches. The room is huge with a hot tub and a steam shower. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, plates, cutlery, glasses, etc. There is also a small basket of goodies but they didn't seem that tempting ;) we brought our own breakfast and ate it at the dining table which is next to the window. Mel wasn't here himself so we were greeted by Norm who was very welcoming! Overall it was a great stay! read more

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What a great place. Right across the street from the Mendocino Headlands Park. We walked to the bluffs every morning and night with our dogs. We searched on the Internet to find a dog friendly place with an ocean view and this place fits the bill. We stayed in the Tropical Cottage. The bathroom was amazing. There is a small little kitchen which was great for cooking our meals. Over all the place was very cozy with amazing views. We arrived late, but were surprised to find a bottle of Champagne and some chocolates waiting for us. What a nice touch. While bathroom, bed area and fireplace look newly refurbished, the closet, and the cabinets do need to be redone. We would definitely come back and recommend this place to everyone. read more

We stayed in the Kit Kat Honeymoon suite. What an amazing view right from the bed is a straight view out to the ocean. Open window french doors lead out to the wood deck where two chairs await and a beautiful sunset viewing. Or chill in the jacuzzi tub and watch from multiple windows surrounding. At first I worried about privacy, but it was very private and we hardly noticed there were others staying in this quaint little cottage by the sea. We brought our bikes and enjoyed riding along the coast and through the small Mendocino downtown. I felt spoiled by this weekend getaway and can't think of a reason to stay anywhere else in Mendocino. The owner even surprised us with a bottle of champagne to toast our weekend. Only drawbacks were that the room was very warm when we first arrived as the sun was beating through the windows. Also, this is a bed and breakfast but the breakfast was a basket of old fruit, crackers, pudding, apple sauce, oatmeal, and popcorn. We didn't eat much of it. We did enjoy the keurig coffee maker. All in all this cottage really made our weekend and we loved every minute of it! read more

This is one of those rare cases where the website isn't an exaggeration of how wonderful a place really is. In fact I'd say the website is even understated. We spent two fantastic nights at the Mendocino Seaside Cottage in the Honeymoon Suite (been married 32 years, we can always use another honeymoon) and it was fabulous. The room was immaculate, with goodies included for snacking, bottles of water, etc. They even provided a pair of binoculars for looking out over the phenomenal ocean and Mendocino Headlands view from the porch! And what a view, we saw two spectacular sunsets from the privacy of our own ground-level porch while sipping wine and totally chilling out. The small islands just off the coast at the headlands had been invaded by brown pelicans, what a sight seeing hundreds of them all at once. Beautiful semi-private garden area with a path leading right down to the state park, and only a ten minute walk to the center of Mendocino. This was one of the best three-day, two-night getaways we've ever had. We'll probably make this an annual event, great location, great pricing, and an amazing property. Thank you so much Mel and the staff at Mendocino Seaside Cottage, five stars all the way. read more

It's all about the Penthouse suite! Yeah it's expensive but the views and privacy are so worth it. Not to mention all the extras. The bed was super comfortable and I love that the jacuzzi tub is like 5 feet away from it. The tub is huge. It's definitely big enough for two. Maybe even 3, if you're into that sort of thing. There was a steam shower (also big enough for two), which I had no idea about. I was a little intimidated by all the buttons, knobs and instructions but once I figured it out, I was all about it. I got it to a good setting and it was so chill and relaxing. I had no reason to leave the penthouse, except for food. That was really the only thing I would change about this place. They don't offer breakfast, which most of the places around here do for that price. However, the location makes up for it. There is plenty of food nearby and it's away from the main downtown area so you can hit up the beach and trails or whale watch (if you're lucky). The little breakfast nook area was super comfy to sit by the fire and just look out the window. They offer a telescope thing so you can look out real far on the ocean or see the stars better. The only drawback to the room was that the fireplace was connected to the thermostat so we had to turn it up pretty hot to get it going. We had it off most of the time because it was too hot. Overall, I had a great weekend getaway here and I can't wait to come back. read more

We had an incredible stay at Mendocino Seaside Cottage. The view and proximity to town was perfect and the room was cozy and comfortable. It meant so much to be a key to bring our dog with us. The owner was kind but did not intrude and during difficult COVID times we felt very safe. The room was very clean. We cannot wait to come back read more

My Wife and I went there for our 40th wedding anniversary. Spoke with the owner Mel several times and he was most helpful. He even had a bottle of champagne for us when we arrived. the accommodations were just what we were looking for and the views were spectacular. Our new go to place in Mendocino! read more

This place is too cute! After searching numerous place that allowed pets I came across this place it was affordable cute and had a jacuzzi tub. My Husband, our 50lbs GSD mix and I stayed here on our honeymoon. After our wedding and me being un-employed for months a pricey honeymoon wasn't something we could afford. This place was great, clean comfy and private. We stayed in The Tropical Cottage which was cute and recently remodeled it looked like it still needed some remodeling, but overall nice place to stay. Owners were friendly and helpful and even brought us some champagne since it was our honeymoon. I would recommend this place to anyone nice owners and nice rooms, we will be back. read more

Staying in the Penthouse suite; fantastic ocean view, love the jacuzzi and the fireplace! Great setting for a romantic gettaway for sure. The town of Mendocino itselself is a funny artist-filled small town with fancy tourists and local hippies :) Very good vibe at both i.e. town and cottage, a relaxing and beautiful place to stay. read more

Amazing!! Mel is very sweet, the property is beautiful, and our suite was awesome! Very clean, view was spectacular- we were in the honeymoon suite - love the amenities and can't wait to return! read more

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We were looking for relaxing vacation in Mendocino, my wife, our twin boys and I stayed at the Vista View (Mendocino Seaside Cottage) and we loved it. Our room vista view was modern with amenities like Fireplaces , Wireless connections, telephone, stereo, cable TV, DVD/CD players, coffee maker, ironing board, private deck overlooking views for Headlands State park , ocean and Cabrillo Lighthouse. There are some nice outdoor spaces to relax, but it was cool and foggy the whole time we were there, so we stayed inside. The location is great, everything is on walking distance, 5-10 minutes walk to Main Street (small downtown type area). Only 2 minutes of walk to ocean. Our room was little small for 4 of us, but extra bedding and futon was provided & it made us feel like we were staying with a relative rather than at a hotel. The host (Mel) was very nice, he called us few times and made sure everything was okay and he was always a phone call away. Overall, the room was cozy and inviting. The bed was very comfortable and it was a nice change to have a real crackling fire. Stay here, you won't regret it! Gaganpreet / San Jose, CA read more

My wife and I stayed in the Penthouse Suite this past weekend. This is one of those rare situations where the pictures don't do the justice. The penthouse is incredible - fireplace, outdoor patio, hot tub, and steam shower are great. The sunsets are also great to watch from the balcony. Super relaxing and cozy place. Mel and Norm were great as well. read more

We spent a night in the Penthouse. In a word...perfect. The owner is available by phone and was very friendly and helpful. There's a phone in front of the house, if you don't have cell service. There's also a gentleman who I think lives on-site and we saw him checking in and out which was effortless. The grounds are lovely. The view is magnificent. The amenities offer everything you need and some that you didn't know you need. The towels and bedding are first rate. The pillows are so comfy! The entire suite was spotless. The paint and decor felt fresh and modern. The wet-bar has a refrigerator and microwave. In the cupboard we found a blender, George Forman Grill, waffle iron, toaster, and other things that could make cooking possible. There was a great pod-type coffee maker and a selection of snacks and waters. There is wifi, too. But, no "resort fee". The TV and audio system had nice speakers around the room. There was a comfy recliner in front of the TV, and a chez lounge in front of the window with a nice ledge here I put my champagne (which was in the fridge) while I read. I can't leave out the walk-in closet with robes and extra bedding, the jacuzzi for two, the steam shower. Oh, and then I have to mention the eating alcove with the best view EVER!!! It is a great value for what you receive. The view of the beautiful Mendocino Headlands and the ocean can't be beat. Most rooms have porches, decks, and balconies. I had spent a few memorable days here in the 90's when the building was new. It was spectacular then and we loved the owners. It was wonderful to return and find it in such wonderful shape and the gardens matured to such beauty! We've stayed in many places in this area and payed lots more, but this is my favorite. read more