Little River Lodge

Little River, CA, United States

4 guests
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom

Take a break from the rush of things and unwind at this tranquil retreat. Secluded luxurious accommodations only a few minutes walk to the beach, a legendary restaurant and bar and multiple gorgeous trails, this is the best of what Mendocino has to offer. Ours is a grand country home on a couple acres; a place to spread out.

Good to know

Walk up the brick pathway to enter a spacious well-appointed kitchen with cozy breakfast nook. Step up into the lovingly decorated high-ceilinged Great Room. Family heirloom carpets, treasured eclectic art, huge south facing windows, and a gargantuan couch to fall into—this environment is designed for you to unwind. Gather around the large fireplace with games and books, both of which abound in the library. The bedrooms open onto different decks through private French doors and share a bathroom with separate access points. The primary bedroom has its own gas fireplace, writing desk, and cedar lined closet. Soft robes, slippers and plenty of extra blankets are provided. We provide organic coffee, tea and a few tasty food items in case you’re arriving late. Despite the main home feeling very private, the building includes an adjacent unit and office separated by walls, secure doors and some soundproofing. Note that sound can travel between the walls. Please pay particular attention to noise in the kitchen if you’re in there during quiet hours, as sound travels to the room above. The owners live and work on site and host other guests.

Other Details to Note

Though we love pets, we don’t allow them on this property. This is meant to be a peaceful retreat for you and the owners and neighbors who live here, so we ask that you minimize loud noise and honor quiet hours between 10am and 8am (or 11pm on Fri/Sat nights).

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Safe

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Safe

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Beach access
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Services

  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
  • Cleaning before checkout

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

Some natural gems are walkable from the house, including a huge sinkhole where waves roll in through a cave, Van Damme state beach with kayaking and firepits, and the Van Damme State Park with trails into the towering redwood forest. The Little River Inn has a bar with the best view around, excellent American cuisine, and golf and tennis for a small fee. A short four-minute drive takes you to stunning Mendocino Town--the preserved Victorian gem. Eight excellent restaurants are within a ten minute drive from the property, as well as multiple more modest cafes and sandwich places. An endless number of mind-boggling coastal views, beaches, forest walks, and other nature experiences can be found up and down the nearby coast.

Guest Access

You'll have your own kitchen, two dining areas, large family room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. You have a private back deck, but are welcome to enjoy the shared front deck and spacious front yard as well.

Find us

Little River, CA, United States

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Reviews

Rita
July 2025 · Airbnb
This is a beautiful home and such a wonderful surprise after a long journey. The moment we arrived, we were greeted by deer right outside the door — the kids were beyond excited! The house is spacious, clean, and thoughtfully decorated. It’s a perfect vacation rental, and we highly recommend it!
Natasha
July 2025 · Airbnb
We had a wonderful and special stay here. The home is beautiful with everything that we needed. We appreciated the lovely open spaces and the decor, the well-stocked kitchen and all of the natural products. There are lots of books, puzzles and boardgames, which we made use of. There are beach towels, and lots of extra towels and blankets. Jonathan reponds very quickly and he is incredibly helpful. There is so much to do in the area, we could have stayed an extra week, if not indefinitely!
Tobias
July 2025 · Airbnb
Probably the best Airbnb we have stayed at so far. Beautiful home, comfortable beds, peaceful environment. Great location close to hiking trails and just a short drive from Mendocino downtown for restaurants etc. Would love to come again.
Brian
July 2025 · Airbnb
My wife and I had a wonderful time here! the property is beautiful and the house was roomy, comfy, and eclectic. An easy drive to Mendocino downtown, some great local hiking trails, coastal access, etc. Would recommend for anyone looking to get away but still have easy access to the awesome Mendocino coast.
Brittany
July 2025 · Airbnb
We had a wonderful few days staying in Little River. It’s a short drive to downtown Mendocino and several beautiful hiking trails. We would definitely stay here again - thanks Jonathan!
Shannon
June 2025 · Airbnb
Beautiful and comfy stay - truly a gem! The place was even more beautiful in person. Thoughtfully designed and decorated, it felt like the perfect home away from home. Easy to find and very close to nearby restaurants and the cutest little town I've ever been to. Already eager to return!
Holly
June 2025 · Airbnb
My parents, husband, and I had a weekend getaway at Jonathan’s beautiful property and loved every minute of it. The home was absolutely beautiful, comfortable, and serene. The property is a peaceful oasis yet close to all the food and fun in Mendocino. We will definitely be going back! Thank you so much, Jonathan!
Adli
June 2025 · Airbnb
This home exceeded our expectations, it was spacious, beautifully decorated, and perfectly comfortable. Check-in was very easy, and Jonathan made the entire experience smooth. I would love to be back again!
Mengzhen
May 2025 · Airbnb
Very quiet and beautiful place. We checked in the midnight but it’s easy to find the way by just watching the description. And when we wake up and see the garden in tomorrow morning. We can’t believe it! It’s so beautiful and clean!
Martin
May 2025 · Airbnb
We loved Jonathan’s beautiful very thoughtfully decorated Little River retreat. Super convenient location just a short drive to Mendocino or the Anderson Valley wine country. Highly recommend Russian Gulch state park for hikes and Goldeneye as well as Toulouse for Pinot Noir tastings. We’ll definitely be back in Mendocino area! Thank you for hosting us.