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Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape!

Mendocino vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking the beach, a cozy seating area with patterned chairs, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with a sink.
A covered deck with a wooden floor, a gray sofa with a red pillow, and a small table.
A cozy living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a wooden coffee table, and a comfortable sofa with yellow cushions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathrooms1163 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Caspar, CA
  • Place, Jughandle State Natural Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mendocino

Oceanside stay.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Jughandle State Natural Reserve and 3 miles (5 km) of Caspar Headlands State Beach. Sea Glass Museum and Caspar Headlands State Natural Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Jughandle State Natural Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Agate Beach - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 13 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Glass Beach - 16 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sea Pal Cove - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Harbor Inn - ‬9 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.

Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape!

Walk to Beach | Stunning Views Inside & Out | 1,163 Sq Ft | Between Mendocino & Fort Bragg

Wake up to breathtaking views and the lull of Pacific waves — this Caspar vacation rental is your front-row seat to the Mendocino Coast. Boasting a prime location for exploring parks and viewing whales, dolphins, and pelicans, this home blends serenity and outdoor fun. Want to venture out? Stroll on Jug Handle Beach or hike to Point Cabrillo Lighthouse. Your dream getaway begins at 'Two Whales!'

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 queen Murphy bed

INDOOR LIVING
- Large picture windows w/ ocean views
- Flat-screen TV
- Movies, board games, books
- Gas fireplace, piano
- Dining table
- Open floor plan

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Wildlife viewing
- Private oceanfront yard
- Outdoor shower
- Oceanfront deck w/ seating
- Front porch w/ seating

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Keurig & drip coffee makers
- Complimentary regular & decaf coffee (pods & ground), creamer
- Blender, toaster, microwave oven
- Cooking basics, spices, butter, dishware & flatware
- Ice maker, trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Yoga & meditation classes
- Electric heated floors, portable fan
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Free WiFi

FAQ
- No A/C
- Unfenced oceanfront cliff
- 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
- Garage not available

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 1-2 steps to enter

PARKING
- Parking area (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Near hiking
- Walk to Jug Handle State Natural Reserve
- 3 miles to Point Cabrillo & Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
- 4 miles to Russian Gulch State Park
- 5 miles to Pomo Bluffs Park & Mendocino Headlands State Park
- 8 miles to Van Damme State Park
- 99 miles to Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping inside the property
- No pets allowed due to owner's severe allergies
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 1-2 steps to enter
- The property does not have air conditioning
- The garage is not available for guest use
- The property features an unfenced oceanfront cliff. Please use caution in this area and supervise children at all times
- The owner, Julia, has taught classical hatha yoga and meditation for over 16 years. Reach out to Julia after booking if you are interested in private or semi-private yoga/meditation sessions

SECURITY CAMERA INFORMATION
- 1 exterior device
- Location: front door
- Coverage: entryway

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,163 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

543427

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! to the airport?

This vacation home is 99.1 mi (139-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.3 mi (17-min drive) from Glass Beach and 2.3 mi (6-min drive) from Caspar Headlands State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! to downtown Mendocino?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Caspar.

Whale Watch + Stargaze: Luxe Oceanfront Escape! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and the property was exactly what we were looking for! What a sunset! One suggestion: The full-sized bed was too small for my husband and I to comfortably sleep in. Aside from that, we very much enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025