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Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6171.9 sq m
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Explore the area
Little River, CA
- Place, Van Damme State Park1 min walk
- Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park3 min drive
- Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Downstairs bedroom
2 Single Beds
Upstairs back bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Captain Bed
1 Double Bed
Upstairs Master
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Upstairs bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer
Perched above Van Damme Beach, just outside the village of Mendocino, this light filled beautifully restored 1863 gem, will delight you. There are two bedrooms upstairs (1 king, 1 queen) along with a Captains bed (full) and a half bath. The master bedroom provides a great ocean view, with sounds of the Pacific to lull you to sleep.
On the main floor is the kitchen, living room, large bathroom/laundry room and the sun room.
The kitchen is spacious with a 9' table that comfortably seats 10. There is also an island that provides for more intimate dining. The downstairs bedroom has two twin beds that look out to the ocean with honeysuckle and rose bushes at your windows. There is a large bathroom/laundry room with a claw foot tub bath/shower combination.
The living room is light and bright with an impressive masonry fireplace that warms both the downstairs and upstairs.
The sun room is at the front of the house, facing the ocean with wicker chairs to read, knit or watch the waves roll in.
Just behind the house, is a trail that leads to some of the most beautiful bluffs and views, along the Pacific. Just down the lane, is a short trail to Van Damme Beach. The location, along with the recent beautiful restoration of this coastal gem, provide for a magical get-a-way.
On the main floor is the kitchen, living room, large bathroom/laundry room and the sun room.
The kitchen is spacious with a 9' table that comfortably seats 10. There is also an island that provides for more intimate dining. The downstairs bedroom has two twin beds that look out to the ocean with honeysuckle and rose bushes at your windows. There is a large bathroom/laundry room with a claw foot tub bath/shower combination.
The living room is light and bright with an impressive masonry fireplace that warms both the downstairs and upstairs.
The sun room is at the front of the house, facing the ocean with wicker chairs to read, knit or watch the waves roll in.
Just behind the house, is a trail that leads to some of the most beautiful bluffs and views, along the Pacific. Just down the lane, is a short trail to Van Damme Beach. The location, along with the recent beautiful restoration of this coastal gem, provide for a magical get-a-way.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Little River
Little River is home to this holiday home. Kelley House Museum and Albion River Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Glass Beach and Van Damme State Park. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting.
Little River, CA
What's nearby
- Van Damme State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Mendocino Headlands State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Mendocino Art Center - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
- Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
- Glass Beach - 28 min drive - 24.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Brickery Pizza - 4 min drive
- Waiting Room - 4 min drive
- Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - 4 min drive
- Little River Inn - 17 min walk
- Patterson's Pub - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
19 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
20 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Devon H.
3 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Irene & John S.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home beautifully maintained and stocked with everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.
Irene & John S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary C.
2 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Women’s getaway
Rosemary C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly D.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Kimberly D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jon S.
10 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT
Jon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Courtney K.
13 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and very comfortable- loved the location
Courtney K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Randall H.
15 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Location
Randall H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joshua S.
25 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!
Joshua S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kris L.
30 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You Won’t Want To Leave!



Kris L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Yvonne H.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wonderful House - But Beware...
Yvonne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa K.
10 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our Very High Expectations
Lisa K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erin J.
9 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erin J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Randall D.
26 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Little River House
Randall D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ann E.
12 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Ann E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Brittany S.
5 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
August 2021 stay
Brittany S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Katherine E.
31 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, would book again!
Katherine E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nancy M.
26 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
Nancy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nichole R.
23 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming House
Nichole R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
21 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous week at the Northbound Whale
Sarah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
James D.
20 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Mendo Holiday
James D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Amon M.
2 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family escape!
Amon M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tamara R.
5 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend getaway
Tamara R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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