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Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10

Create lifelong memories in this Mendocino coast haven. Soak up the sunset from the private deck's hot tub or challenge friends at foosball as you relax amidst nature.

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Golf
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach
Smart TV, foosball, books
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10

Colby Reef is a charming, private, and relaxing home offering an incredible Mendocino coast getaway.

Located only 1.5 miles from Van Damme State Park & Beach, where you can explore an incredibly scenic network of trails, including the unique pygmy forest and lush fern canyon. You can rent a kayak or relax at the beach. Right by the park is the Little River Inn, offering a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, spa, fabulous dining, and Ole's Whale Watch Bar.
The historic Mendocino Village and all it has to offer is just an 8-minute drive.

The stunning living room with vaulted ceilings opens to the dining, kitchen, and mezzanine area, making it perfect for everyone to stay connected.

The mezzanine area includes a foosball table, board games, and two amazing recliners to kick back and enjoy the ocean views.

The large dining table has seating for ten to enjoy a great meal as you gaze at the waves.

There are two bedrooms on the main floor. The ocean views primary suite has a king-size bed and an attached ensuite with a separate shower and bathtub.
The second guest bedroom on the main floor has a queen-size bed and looks out to the beautiful deck and yard.

There is a large private suite downstairs that you can also access from a separate entrance, which includes a king-size bed, two queen sleeper sofas, a detached bathroom, and a laundry room.

The large wraparound ocean view deck has a hot tub, barbecue, and several areas to relax, unwind, and take in the splendid sunsets.

Colby Reef is the perfect home to make Mendocino coast memories that will last a lifetime.

Please note the fireplace is temporarily out of service while we work on the chimney. But don't worry! We've added a cozy remote-controlled candle set inside to keep things warm and inviting.

Although Colby Reef is pet friendly, please note that it is limited to dogs only with a maximum number of no more than 2.

Property manager

Mendocino Preferred Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • 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

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Property grounds

Dog friendly! Oceanfront home with side to side views! Hear the sea lions!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
Dog friendly! Oceanfront home with side to side views! Hear the sea lions!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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

Vrbo Property
1845-189611

About the neighborhood

Map
Little River, California

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 2 min drive
  • Mendocino Art Center - 8 min drive
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 8 min drive
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 9 min drive
  • Agate Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Luna Trattoria - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10 located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Van Damme State Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Albion River Bridge. Mendocino Headlands State Park and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Large Custom Ocean View Home Close to Van Damme State Park & Beach, Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach gettaway
Very nice property.well stocked amd fantastic veiw.host was very good too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat
My family loved the property. It accommodated our large family comfortably and the view is incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite getaway overlooking the ocean
Spacious and comfortable place overlooking the ocean. Loved being able to hear the waves and watching the sunsetting over the waters every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Winifred S.

Mendocino stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful house great location

10/10 Excellent

Reed R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. Well stocked.
Very clean house with well stocked kitchen and pantry. Not sure it sleeps 10, but definitely 8 comfortably. Would recommend and book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sunny P.

Refreshing
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed house

8/10 Good

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location with lots of privacy
The location is lovely, great views of the ocean, although best observed from the upper level viewing chairs inside. There is a huge wraparound deck, with one side facing the ocean, and the other facing the secluded forest. The hot tub location faces the forest, and was very private and quiet. My negative note is the sofa in the living room is quite old, to the point where some of the seams are coming undone. Overall, this was a very nice home with an excellent location, and would be great for a family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful house!
The location is gorgeous. It's a treat to watch the ocean and the sunset from the top level of the house or from the porch. The house is clean and in good condition, with beautiful kitchen and good furnishings. The towel folding art was impressive. As minor suggestions for improvement, having the windows washed would improve the enjoyment of the view, and including a starter amount of shampoo and cooking oil would save a 30m drive to Safeway for people who didn't read the welcome emails closely enough or forgot to pack them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
November 2023
The house was wonderful. My only objection was the check in process. Not sure why we had to drive into Mendocino to get a paper telling us what the door code was. An email would have been better. Other than that it was a terrific weekend. Beautiful house and wonderfully appointed. We'll be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pattie R.

Colby Reef-comfortable with beautiful views
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Colby Reef was a comfortable home, well stocked with beautiful views of the forest and ocean. The house is well stocked with everything you would need. Quiet location but near to excellent dining and great beaches. Management team at Mendocino Preferred we’re gracious and helpful. This is the second time we used them to find a vacation rental and would do so again. Memorable family vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Beautiful location, comfortable home!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just returned home from a wonderful week at Colby Reef. Location can't be beat. Views are spectacular from every window. Just a few minutes drive to Mendocino one way and beaches the other. Restaurants and grocery stores are easily accessible. As for the home -- so comfortable and spacious! Beds/family room couch, upstairs recliners all great. The house was clean from top to bottom. Just a note, there is a bit of a smoky fireplace smell especially downstairs in the large suite. But once you're there, you really don't notice.The kitchen has all that you'd need. We always bring our favorite oils/spices/knives and some non-stick pans but the kitchen is so well stocked you won't need to bring any of it.Overall, an amazing stay in an amazing home!!The view from the property is really something. From one side of the house, it's all ocean and the other side, the beautiful forest.This is by far one of the best rentals we've stayed in and I would highly recommend it to anyone!

10/10 Excellent

Chrys A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved It!
We had a great stay celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. The property management went to the extra length of recognizing our special day with signage and a special treat at the bar. The house was beautiful, comfortable, great views, and near everything we wanted to do. We would definitely stay at this property again and can highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
We went here for my fathers 80th birthday celebration. It was perfect! The property was even more beautiful than the pictures and the house has a lovely cozy atmosphere. Adults, seniors and children all loved it and had plenty of room. The views were great too of course! Checkin was smooth and simple and the house was super clean. It was perfect in every way for us and we hope to return again someday .Thanks for all the personal touches and!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

M H.

Great Vacation House
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, very clean, and easily accommodated a group of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Colby Reef
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home, well kept up, wonderful view
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10/10 Excellent

Luana L.

Wonderful
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing time at Colby Reef. The house is everything we wanted. The beds were very comfortable, there was plenty of space throughout the house to relax, and the house was very well stocked. It would have been nice if the door code could have been delivered electronically, but stopping into to pick up the welcome packet was easy enough. Regardless, we loved every moment of our stay. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra R.

Beautiful Gem
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this place. The space is really well maintained. Such thoughtful details that made our stay extra special. For instance a little welcome basket for my dog Willow. The space has a well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and was spotless and clean. All of us thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would definitely return for a stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Les P.

Colby Reef vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was great. An excellent location with a fantastic view. All went well with a few minor issues due to normal wear and tear. The property was clean, but needs some attention to appliances and fixtures in the house. Mendocino Vacation Rentals were great to work with and very accommodating. I would recommend this property to anyone staying within the Mendocino area.
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4/10 Poor

Cindy B., Orangevale, California

Girls Trip 2023
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was nice and clean. The kitchen had limited supplies as regular can opener, the electric one was difficult to operate. There was no naming dishes only cookie sheets and no crock pot either. The 2 couch beds downstairs mattresses were very uncomfortable. They need to invest in better mattresses for their guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Amazing place and wonderful customer service!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the place so much we extended our stay for an extra day!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Xenia E.

Family Weekend
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House is perfect. rooms are big. Home is comfy. Mendocino area is beautiful. from the secondary level you have a beautiful view of the ocean no matter where you look. One side of the desk gives you beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver Z.

Wonderful holiday stay at Little River house
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at the Little River home hosted by Mendocino Preferred. The house is spacious and well equipped and it was great for an extended getaway over the holidays (we were a group of three families). Amazing views of the ocean from inside and outside, and close to Van Damme State Park and the town of Mendocino. Even though it was pretty rainy, we made lots of use of the hot tub and grill, which were great. The hosts were communicative and the check-in and check-out process were easy. Definitely recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than you’d think
Absolutely gorgeous property - the pictures don’t do it justice, especially the panoramic view of the ocean. Perfectly arranged for a family group to have their own spaces for sleeping and privacy but also communal spaces to spend time together. Location was fantastic too. A short drive to Mendocino and many parks and hiking trails, but a feeling of privacy and seclusion on the property itself. The property manager was great; couldn’t have been easier. We were also impressed by how well-stocked the kitchen was.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

marty b.

Colby Reef
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home with view of the ocean. Staff was friendly and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Poker ladies party
Great space for our group of 9. Nice large table for dining and card playing. Kitchen well equipped. Big deck with hot tub was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022