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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Little River, CA
  • Mendocino Art Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Agate Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Little River

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Little River cottage, you'll find Van Damme State Park and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve. Big River and Mendocino Headlands State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Mendocino Art Center - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Agate Beach - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 25 min drive - 13.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Luna Trattoria - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail

RED BARN RETREAT, located on the Mendocino Coast just a short drive from the Village of Mendocino, is the perfect getaway from your busy schedule and every day life. This lovely 600 square foot cottage apartment, which comfortably sleeps 2-4 guests, contains everything you need to come away feeling renewed and refreshed. Handsome woodwork, warm, rich tones on the walls, and comfortable, radiant heated floors make for a cozy, enveloping environment.

A comfortable queen sized bed fitted with a down comforter, slipper chair, and a handsome armoire complete the cheerful and cozy bedroom, from which you can access your private fenced garden and patio to enjoy the peaceful outdoors.

The bathroom features modern fixtures and a wonderfully deep bathtub, perfect for soaking.

The well furnished open living, dining, and well equipped kitchen space fills with natural light and greenery views from its many windows.

The kitchen has a gas cook stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, and all of the pots, pans, dishes and utensils needed for cooking and serving a delicious meal.

A large gathering table surrounded by a fun collection of chairs invites you to enjoy a meal, play a family game, or work on a project.

Additionally, a comfortable futon sofa / convertible bed and leather club chair are situated in the living room across from the entertainment center, which includes a flat screen TV and stereo. TV programming such as Netflix, Prime and Hulu are included. Wifi is also available throughout the property, but please note, cellular service can be spotty in the entire Mendocino area.

Other conveniences include a coffee maker, tea pot, toaster, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer.

The property borders Van Damme State Forest which features some of the area’s most amazing hiking trails through the unique Pygmy, and stunning Redwood Forests. Our area’s beautiful beaches and rivers, and the gorgeous Village of Mendocino, all found along one of the most pristine coast lines in Northern California, are only minutes away.

Whether you are here for a variety of outdoor activities, wine tasting in the nearby Anderson Valley, or to just experience a quiet retreat, your comfort is our top priority.

RED BARN RETREAT is perfect for any individual, couple, or family of four looking for a charming residence while visiting the Mendocino Coast. Please note that if there are more than two guests there will be an additional charge per guest per night.

We will gladly guide you to great restaurants and activities best suited to your party and the purpose of your visit to this spectacular and rugged part of the world.

Property manager

Gabriele Fienburgh

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

  • No pets 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Red Barn Retreat Romantic Peaceful Cottage Popular Hiking Trail
Red Barn Retreat Romantic Peaceful Cottage Popular Hiking Trail
Red Barn Retreat Romantic Peaceful Popular Hiking Trail
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail to the airport?

This cottage is 97.1 mi (126-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail to the beach?

This cottage is 7.2 mi (11-min drive) from Agate Beach and 10.5 mi (16-min drive) from Caspar Headlands State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail have a spa?

This cottage doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail to downtown Little River?

This cottage is 3.2 mi away from Little River.

Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay near Little River/Mendocino

Very nice one-bedroom place, very quiet, nicely furnished, cute outdoor table area. I’d definitely recommend to other couples. My only complaint was the price went up 30% when we later added two adult children, which seemed excessive since our use of the place stayed the same.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Red barn retreat

Great location. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois M., Oakland, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Return trip was just as wonderful as the first.

This is our second visit to the Red Barn Retreat, and once again, it was a perfect place to retreat to after our bustling family Thanksgiving festivities on the coast. Well appointed, comfortable, peaceful and fabulous hosts. Thank you, Gabriele and Richard!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage in Great Location

The Danish word “hygge” is a perfect description of the feeling of contentment and coziness that comes from the comfort and warmth that this beautiful cottage affords. The interior is rich with earth tones and pleasant trim around the door and windows. It is very warm, and I especially enjoyed the heating emanating from the floor. The bed was comfortable, and the kitchen was well laid out with all of the cooking amenities needed to make a nice meal. Gabriele and Richard are delightful hosts who sought to ensure our stay was comfortable. The setting of this cottage is beautiful, just outside the Van Damme State Park. We took advantage of the Fern Valley hike that starts just down the road from the cottage, and it is a beautiful trail that is worth experiencing. The nearby town of Mendocino is charming. The ocean views are spectacular as are the forests. This is a real gem and is worth trying out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little place outside of town

The place was very spacious, clean, attractive, and in good condition. It was an excellent value. The owner was very friendly and helpful. It's a couple miles outside of town, so you have to drive to anything other than the pygmy forest - but that also makes it quieter. I would recommend it. would highly recomme
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Red barn little river

Very clean , quiet and peaceful woodland property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Return Visit

There’s a reason why we came back and stayed even longer! ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming country cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the Red Barn Retreat. The property is beautiful and we especially loved all the flowers in bloom around the house. The bed was very comfy and the kitchen well stocked. Our host was easy to communicate with and very responsive to our questions. The location is very close to the Pygmy Forest with some great hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romance in the woods

Beautiful property with all the amenities imaginable. Wonderful outside patio with table, grill and umbrella. Inside full kitchen and all beautifully appointed. We could not have been happier to celebrate our 57th wedding anniversary there. All only 10 minutes from downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

T O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation getaway

We loved our stay at Red Barn Retreat. Everything exceeded expectations. Peaceful, comfortable, well equipped, very clean... wonderful friendly hosts. I look forward to future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Noelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Where we needed to be!

Peaceful with quiet setting. Central location for day excursions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reva A H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property

Perfect getaway spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikkel A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Remarkable Cottage

Do not hesitate to book here. The Red Barn cottage is five stars for comfort, design details, amenities, bedding, kitchen, bathroom, size, and overall beauty. Gabi and Richard couldn't be more welcoming throughout our 3-night stay. A huge storm hit while we were there, and they were so thoughtful, making us breakfast and helping us find a way out of the area to Hwy 101. All the rivers had flooded and the major routes were inaccessible. For us the location was perfect, near hiking and redwoods, and a short drive to Little River and Mendocino. Do note it is not on the coast. We can't think of anything negative to say. Will stay again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was very clean, quiet, and comfortable. Gabi and Richard were very nice and accommodating hosts.It rained heavily on our last day there and they told us what backroads to take to avoid closures on Highway 128. These caring people will insure you will have a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

My husband and I spent about 5 days in this lovely little house. It had all the amenities and was super-quiet (city dwellers, it may take time to acclimate yourself to the quiet!). The hosts live in their own secluded home on the property and were very responsive when we had a minor plumbing issue (a leak in the sink which was fixed immediately). It's very convenient to hiking and to the town of Mendocino only about 10 minutes away).
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOYCE, Manhattan Beach

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Like a top-notch homey hotel!

This beautifully decorated and well-kept, extremely clean, and cozy home was just what we needed. We felt very comfortable there and everything was provided. The location was lovely, and the hosts couldn’t be warmer or more responsive, helpful and hospitable. We highly recommend the red barn retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tariq M.

Liked: Cleanliness

3night stay in Mendocino

Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C., Santa Rosa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful, peaceful place! clean, very warm

Gabriele and Richard were very nice to chat with. They left a bottle of Husch chardonnay on the counter which was really nice to open after the long drive up! Very peaceful location with beautiful skies at night. The accomodations inside were really well thought out and tasteful. Would love to have had a few more days at the Barn!! Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lu T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming place with great hiking trial nearby

Enjoyed the full experience with my family! From the initial communication with Richard and Gabi, to the well maintained charming unit, to the easy access to hiking trails and Mendocino coast, everything was smooth and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan P., San Francisco, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming, comfortable spot

As advertised - cozy setting, clean (small!) house, very well-prepared, easy in and out. Great communication and interaction with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely red barn!

Beautiful and quiet property in Mendocino County! Lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter Stephen and Rose L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic quiet haven

We were very happy to stay at this lovely house. Richard, the owner, was very friendly and helpful. Their list of restaurants and local places was much appreciated. The owners provided everything we needed. The home was immaculate, quiet, had beautiful decor, lovely sheets and comforter. The bed was very comfortable. We really appreciated the clear directions for everything and enjoyed all the tv programming, Netflix/prime/hbo. The setting was very beautiful and the private yard lovely. The owners really thought of everything to make it very comfortable and inviting, from a cuisinart coffee maker to the tv programming. I would definitely love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forrest L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay!

We had a truly wonderful stay. The location was excellent -- close to the coast and forest. It provided the perfect balance between nature and luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Red Barn Property

My husband and I were warmly welcomed by Gabriele prior to our three night stay. The red cottage is lovely - heated floors, tasteful décor and a short drive from Mendocino and other costal towns. This was our first time here and would definitely come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023