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Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean

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On the beach
Interior
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12274 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean

Shell Seeker

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Host all your friends or bring the whole family, sleeps 14 - to this five-bedroom dream home with its open floor plan within walking distance to one of the most popular beaches on the Mendocino Coast. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide incredible views. Shell Seeker enjoys private access to Seaside Beach just steps away and known for abundant sand dollars. MacKerricher Beach State Park, Ten Mile Beach with horseback riding, seal and whale watching, tide pooling, hiking and more are a short drive south. Enjoy whale watching at our favorite Pacific Star Winery located on the ocean bluffs three miles north. The heart of downtown Fort Bragg is just nine miles south, where you can take a scenic ride on the Skunk Train through the redwoods, tour the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens or enjoy seafood dining and shopping. Nine miles further south is the charming village of Mendocino offering many shops, restaurants and art galleries. This solar powered one-level home has a fresh bright feel, while letting the beauty of the ocean speak for itself. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide incredible panoramic views of the ocean, beach, mountains and forest. The large living room has amazing views and is open and inviting with a giant sectional sofa, gas fireplace, big screen TV and is connected to the large open kitchen and dining area, table seating for eight. The 14-foot kitchen island means there's enough space for everyone with seating for six additional people on the bar stools while the cook gets to participate in the fun. There is plenty of room for all to congregate and spread out. The enormous deck wraps around the entire backside of the house, and there's a table overlooking the beach perfect for dinner while catching the sunset or just sitting on the Adirondack chairs and watching the waves roll in. Soak in the private hot tub overlooking the beach and enjoy panoramic views. Shell Seeker is a great place to relax and as our guests' reviews say – the view and location is stunning!

There are two main bedrooms on opposite ends of the house with fantastic views from the floor-to-ceiling windows and queen size beds. Two of the other bedrooms also have ocean views and queen-size beds with another bedroom having two twin beds that the kids will love. Three additional sofa beds provide extra sleeping spaces. Shell Seeker has central heat too! There's also a popular game room with Ping-Pong and Foosball tables to satisfy your competitive edge, or just relax and play one of the many puzzles or card and board games available. Shell Seeker offers satellite cable TV and DVDs to keep everyone entertained when the sun sets on another wonderful day at the beach. Shell Seeker also has StarLink High Speed Internet, perfect for streaming, Zoom Meetings, and social media.

What's nearby: Seaside Beach steps away, Ricochet Ridge Ranch horseback riding, Ten Mile Beach, MacKerricher Beach and State Park and Pacific Star Winery, Fort Bragg, Glass Beach, Skunk Train and Rail Bikes, Noyo Harbor, Mendocino Botanical Garden, Cabrillo Lighthouse, Casper, Mendocino




Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2947 sq ft (274 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Fort Bragg, CA

What's nearby

  • MacKerricher State Park - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Pudding Creek Beach - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Skunk Train - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Glass Beach - 14 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Star Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seaside Creek Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Purple Rose The Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Abalone Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Robinson Sharon Wedding Cakes - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fort Bragg vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of MacKerricher State Park and Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve. Laguna Point Beach and Pacific Star Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Private Waterfront Home with Private Hot Tub and Central Heat - Walk to Ocean Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views
Our family had a wonderful stay. The views were amazing and the home was clean and spacious. Communication with the property manager was quick and helpful. We would definitely recommend this home for your next vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Views
The views were amazing from every room. Beautifully decorated, very clean house. Enjoyed staying here very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
The house is a perfect Fort Bragg retreat for a large family. It’s located in a quiet kids friendly neighborhood with direct access to a beautiful beach. It’s well maintained and clean. And views are even better than on the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends 50th birthday
Beautiful home, location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenzie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely saving for future trips!!!
We loved our stay here. The house was so clean and had all the essentials we could need. We received a text a couple hours before our check in time that the house was ready and we could check in early. That was such a great surprise. We enjoyed the hot tub in the mornings. Loved watching the waves and even spotted some deer in the hills behind the house. Only thing I would warn future guests is to check high and low tides before going to the private beach down the street. We went out and climbed down the steps just as tide was getting very high, could get dangerous if not paying attention. Overall the house is amazing. The property manager is doing a great job and we will definitely be back and will be recommending to our friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful homey place
We truly enjoyed our stay at Shell Seeker. Love the entire house and the view. House was very clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend this home for your family/friends gathering
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam D., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront beauty
Our family had an amazing time at this beautiful property. The views are incredible and the home is very comfortable. The bedrooms were all great and the views from a few rooms were outstanding!!! We only had a few small issues but the property manager was very quick to respond and very helpful. The game room was perfect for kids and adults!! We really hope to be able to stay here again !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W., Folsom, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Celebration
House was beautiful! Had everything we needed for a fabulous stay. Views of the ocean were beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's Getaway
Beautiful well kept home with gorgeous views and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent view
Can’t get any closer without being on the beach! We didn’t even feel compelled to venture out. Loved it. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place!
The location was the real winner. The relaxing sounds of the ocean were everywhere. The comfort of the house and well stocked kitchen (utensils, dishes, spices, etc) and use of the grill made mealtime easy. Our entire crew of adult siblings enjoyed ourselves and are already talking of returning-)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kalista H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, walk to beach
Nice home, great for our family, plenty of room, well appointed, beautiful views and walk to beach. Lots of activities a short drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't have been more pleased.
Couldn't have been more pleased the house was well appointed and the view WOW the view was speculator. Enough room for our five-family reunion really enjoyed our stay. Communcations with vacasa was more then expected and appreciated. We would like to go back again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children
Beautiful views of the ocean from the living room and 3 of the bedrooms. Plenty of space for large groups to gather and eat, five bedrooms, and a well stocked kitchen. A great value for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet view
Beautiful but will be more aware of the added charge going thru Vacasa by way of VRBO (added charges not revealed during booking)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean getaway
Quiet location, spacious house, very clean, views of the ocean were plentiful & amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon S., MInneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a family gathering
My family gathering of 12 people stayed at this house over the holidays and had a very enjoyable time. The house easily accommodated our large group of adults and kids in the 5 bedrooms. The game tables in the garage were a huge help with the kids. A lot of table tennis and foosball was played. The kitchen is well appointed and was great for socializing while cooking big meals. The views were great and the exterior spaces of the house were comfortable and welcome, especially the hot tub. The proximity to the beaches, local parks, and Fort Bragg were critical too. Lots do on foot or with a short drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Tiffany R.

Beautiful Views & Fun Accommodations
We loved the location and the privacy of this home. We felt safe riding our bikes or taking a short walk to the private access gate to the beach! The house was fully stocked with everything we needed for slow mornings that called for making coffee and breakfast. The views this home offered were our favorite thing about this home. We also thoroughly enjoyed the garage. Spending hours every evening around the ping pong and foosball tables laughing and creating memories as a family. The houses beds and bedding were a little dated and the garage had a weird smell that we negated by opening the side door but we’ve stayed in places with much larger complaints. We would definitely come back to this little oasis again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Linda L., Hawthorn Woods

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible views
The views are what "make" this property! We appreciated the 5 sleeping spaces-- however because of the way the house is set up, 2 rooms have their own bath and 3 need to share!...bedding could be upgraded which would make this property ideal instead of "good" ... also hot tub was not working and we were not made swats of this until we arrived-- that was disappointing....
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P., Yuba City

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Reunion Spot
We were a party of 6 adults and 2 children and had plenty of room to enjoy our stay. House was very clean and well stocked. The great room along with the kitchen with the huge island
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

monica r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House Great Location
"We had a wonderful time at the Shell Seeker home. The location and views from the deck were fantastic. There were a couple of issues. We were unable to use the hot tub due to very cloudy water, excessive foam and oily black particles that were floating in the water and the dishwasher was inoperable. We called local Vacasa support and maintenance personnel was sent to the house. The hot tub issue was not resolved, but the dishwasher was repaired. Thank you, Monica R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family get-away
Beautiful view and lovely house. The game room was a big hit!! Loved the beach access. Was a wonderful place to stay, would come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas L., Orinda, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a nice vacation
Positives: Beautiful setting with easy beach access. Large open kitchen/ common room with comfortable furniture and gorgeous ocean views. Although house partially overlooks Hwy 1, ocean sounds drown out highway noise. Large deck with comfortable chairs overlooking the ocean and beach. Great place for big groups. Negatives: Kitchen was so well-stocked that there was no extra cabinet space to store our food, and our group loves to cook. We stored grocery bags with our non-perishables under the kitchen table. One hallway bathroom was shared by three rooms (three 60+ year old couples). The other two bathrooms were adjoined to bedrooms and not accessible unless you went through the bedroom. Wifi and cell coverage--very weak signal if you could even get one. Don't plan computer or cell phone time Large 'skid' mark (poop) on master bedroom comforter. We contacted Vacasa on Thursday night when we arrived; they connected with us on Saturday with apologies. Aside from poop skid on the bedspread, the place was VERY clean. Uncomfortable pillows in master; bring your own. No way to close heating vent in the bedrooms; very hot when heater was on. No street parking (a neighbor complained). We were 5 couples from different areas; so had to park our 5 cars in the driveway--not a big deal--just unaware of this rule.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole I.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEAUTIFUL!
Beautiful home in a beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
You can't beat the views from this property. The proximity to the beach is great and the beach itself was wonderful. Great house for large family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021