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Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach, EV

Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach, EV

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View from front deck where you can watch the waves or see the whales migrating
Shalimere has decking that surrounds most of the house Spa is steps from LR & MB
Springtime! Lots of windows for beautiful ocean views to Pt. Arena and beyond
Fall comes to Shalimere and the amazing Mendocino coast. Whale watching time
Welcome to Shalimere. Hang up your coat & make yourself at home

Overview of Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach, EV

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Manchester, CA
  • Popular LocationIrish Beach18 min walk
  • Popular LocationManchester Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Arena Lighthouse & Museum21 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach, EV

Please consider booking several months in advance for best calendar selection. It's not too early to think holidays for next year.

'Life goes a little bit slower when you enter Mendocino County, mainly because of the winding roads! Shalimere is a PRIVATE HOME located WEST of Highway 1 on the 'ocean side' of the Irish Beach community, well sited to provide maximum privacy. There is a big difference between the East and West side of Irish Beach.

The real vacation starts when you open the door to Shalimere. Hang your keys on the coat rack and walk into the living room. Take a minute to gaze out the front windows at the glorious Pacific Ocean. Open the sliding glass door leading onto the deck, step outside and listen to the waves breaking about 75 yards away. Take 3 deep breaths and your vacation has officially begun. Your next decision is only necessary if you have brought perishables or your pet. Put the perishables in refrigerator or freezer. Take your pet for a walk, whichever has the most immediate need. (probably the pet!)

Bedroom decision time is easy if its adults and children. The adults get the Master bedroom, the kids get the second bedroom If it's all grown ups, then a flip of the coin, 'rock, scissors, paper' or drawing straws may be necessary. Both bedrooms have luxury sheets and down alternative comforters with duvet covers and bathrobes. Bathrooms have Aveda salon hair products (not to be confused with Aveeno) and full size hair dryers. (A few less things to pack!) After deciding---settle in.

Shalimere is pet friendly. There is a large indoor kennel, a large dog bed, plus dog sheets and towels if you have couch potato or bed warmers. There are also pet bowls for water and food, plus a few dog toys should you forget. There is a deck around 75% of the house with gates at both ends. BE SURE 'CLICK' ON THE PET BOX (to the right of the number of adults and children) FOR THE QUOTE TO BE ACCURATE. (Please note, the deck is not baby or pet 'proof') Pet fees are now $50. This is for the privilege of bring your pet. Pet owners are required to clean up after their pets with excessive shedding, paw prints throughout the house, nose markings on the windows. These are NOT included in the pet fee. Damage deposits will be cashed and a minimum of $50/hr will be used to cover the additional cleaning time and billing costs for cleaning or repairing furniture. Pet owners who do not declare their pets and do not pay the pet fee will have their damage deposit cashed. (Unfortunately too many people are not being honest this year) Courtesy to our neighbors by keeping your pet with you on a leash when walking in the community and for excessive barking while staying at our home. It is the law that pets are to be leashed and under control of their owners at all times. Mainly this is to keep your pets safe from the wildlife, bob cats, cougars, deer, etc

The hot tub is ready whenever you are. There are robes in both bedrooms closets if you have forgotten your own. You might want to bring slippers, just in case.

There are many magazines to peruse. Playing cards, several classic board games, jigsaw puzzles, plus seashell guide, hiking guide, kayak guide, tidepool guide, 2021 tide chart, bird books and more. I also have an 'out and about book' for local activities information and keep the Mendocino County Tourist newspaper. The large flat screen TV is hooked up to the Dish Network so you can stay up-to-date with the local major networks, plus CNN, ESPN, TNT with 190 stations or listen to the music channels with a huge variety to choose from. Roku streaming and Bluray collection are also available.

The soapstone gas fireplace starts with just a flip of the switch on the side. I call it 'instant ambiance'.

Shalimere is easy to just stay in and enjoy. If you want to head out to the private beach and are up for a rigorous walk down and back, then go for it! Or you can simply drive down the same gate card key accessed private drive. After all, this is your vacation! The beach is nearly 5 miles long, depending on the tide. Sometimes you have it completely to yourself. You might see a few people. It is only for Irish Beach residents & guests so you may meet a kindred soul. The surf can be mighty - so be watchful. (Because of the strong riptide, water activities are not for the inexperienced)

In the surrounding 25 miles you can find all sorts of diversions, enjoyment, pampering and even giraffes, zebras and other African animals. Exploring the nearby towns can yield many treasures and pleasures. The main thing is to enjoy yourself--have a wonderful time and plan to come back again soon.

Everyone loves a bright sunny day, but there are those of us who love watching whale migrations (or signing up with one of the nearby whale watching groups) or just relaxing on the huge couch with a book and the gas fired soapstone fireplace roaring with heat! The rain and the fog are not deterrents to having a great day. Winter is my personal favorite to watch the storms and to see the whales migrating.

Check out this amazing house at an incredible rate any time of the year. Shalimere is the exception within the Irish Beach community and is the best priced home WEST of Highway 1. (There is a difference being on the Ocean Side of Irish Beach!)

At Shalimere there is no 'high or low' or pricing due to season or weekend rentals. Because I am "independent", my prices are better than those offered by the local rental agencies. The 'free' days they offer with various stays end up the same or more than my home after you add in their "up charges" (higher cleaning & pet fees, non refundable damage fees) Please consider the real overall charges when making a decision. We will send you a customized rental agreement.

Our home has been on VRBO since 2007 and has the MOST number of positive reviews of any home at Irish Beach which are no longer shown due to a listing reset. As of 2017, HomeAway/VRBO charges a service fee of 4-12% which is not reflected on the rental agreement. Therefore the amount you are charged to your credit card will be different than what is shown on our agreement. Just an FYI. This VRBO policy is beyond our control. We pay an annual fee to list my home. If you have any questions about the VRBO service fee, please call VRBO. If for any reason you need to cancel your reservation, you need to do this at your end through VRBO. We cannot cancel without being penalized both in my standing on the website and monetarily for the service fee and credit card fees.

We are always happy to answer questions. The calendar changes frequently so check back or send me a note if you have dates in mind that are currently booked. There are dates that blocked as "downtime" for work to be scheduled or when I am at our home. We are happy to reschedule these whenever possible.

Come enjoy the days on the wild Mendocino coast as summer beckons or for the amazing days of fall, the real 'summer' on the coast. Winter bring incredible weather both rainy and sunny. Nothing like watching the storm roll in while warm and comfy in the house. Shalimere is enjoyable no matter what time of year or the weather. Contact us for copies of past reviews and see how our guests are treated and feel about the house.

(Please note, we keep the availability calendar up to date. VRBO does not show 'pending' listings. We usually hold requested days for 48 hours and then update/remove if we don't hear back or receive the deposit)

All guests must return a signed rental agreement.

Michelle and Dave

Keywords: Vacation Home with Beautiful blue water views

Property manager

Michelle and Dave
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is NOT BABY OR TODDLER proof.

Events

No events allowed
This is our personal home.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$50 pet fee. $50/hr excessive cleaning fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking / No Vapor. Damage deposit forfeited.
Excessive cleaning is $50/hour if checkout instructions are not followed. Pans must be handwashed. Dishwasher safe items must be in the dishwasher.
Additional cleaning fee of $185 for the housekeeper to reschedule if the house is not vacated by checkout time.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: This is our personal home.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manchester

Located in Manchester, this holiday home is by the sea. Arena Theater and Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mendocino Coast Massage and Arena Cove and Pier. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Irish Beach - 18 min walk
  • Manchester Beach - 6 min drive
  • Evergreen Cemetery - 9 min drive
  • Lake Davis Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve - 10 min drive
  • Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • The River Grill - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shalimere! Near 180° Ocean View Home 75 Yards from the Bluff at Irish Beach located?

This family-friendly Manchester holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Irish Beach and Manchester State Park. Manchester Beach and Evergreen Cemetery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental
It was a great rental and included unexpected dog amenities. We would use it again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Beautiful home and very cozy. The home has ocean views with only one row of homes in front of it that are truly ocean front. You can hear the surf and have access to Irish Beach because you're part of the community. Also great if you have dogs with lots of toys and a crate. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Very comfortable, very clean beach house with a great view! Everything we needed and the champagne was a nice touch ! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Manchester getaway
We had a wonderful time staying at Shalimere! Beautiful ocean view where we could watch the sunset from the deck and the beach was a nice walk from the house. The house was well stocked for humans and pets alike, and Michelle and Dave were great hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
irish beach manchester
thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michelle and Dave

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We fell in love with Shalimere the first time we stayed as guests and considered ourselves lucky to have access to it for our relaxing vacation retreat every year after. After choosing to make Irish Beach our ultimate retirement destination we contacted the owner to purchase Shalimere and it turned out to be good timing to make a transition for her as well. She made fabulous improvements to the property over the years and has been a favorite hostess as evidenced in the reviews. We are dedicated to maintaining the high standard in amenities and service that Shalimere is known for and have already made additional improvements. We are excited to have Shalimere as our long term destination and we delight in being able to share our home with you. We have crafted many treasures for you to discover and organized all the information you need to enjoy your stay including monthly night sky maps, bird watching logs and ID books, a scope to see whales, birds and stars, the ever growing Shalimere family cookbook with guest contributions, local shore hiking guidebook and DVD library. We delight in imagining all the ways you could enjoy your stay and providing what you need to make it happen.

Why they chose this property

Location? Views? Well, it was both! We love the octagonal shape of the front of the house with all the windows and the fabulous views. Basically it just needed a some updating to make it work better. (Goodbye carpet, hello bamboo!) Just far enough from 'the City/SF yet close to the Village/Mendocino. Also perfect to just stay 'home' and chill in the hot tub. As our repeat guests know, it has a perfect deck set up to keep the pooches safe from the wilds and they can still march around and check out what's going on or just snooze in the sun. The private beach is also a great asset. Put it all together and you have an amazing vacation home location.

What makes this property unique

Peace, quiet, ocean view enjoyed best from the hot tub with a glass of wine. Personally we love the fog so we don't get too worked up about the weather. Nice big couch to lounge on. Center Island has stove with ocean view and seating to keep everyone busy helping or chatting. The perfect home away from home for 1-4 people.

A self admitted caffeine addict, there are FOUR different ways to get your fix: mr coffee drip, a french press, the espresso machine or the melita individual drip cones.

(Yes, there is a grinder!) Or bring some illy pods for the espresso machine to save you the trouble of grinding and packing it up and cleaning it afterward.

Satellite TV provides a variety of music or channels for those who cannot live without. There is also WiFi with 35 Mbps typical up and down speeds with unlimited usage for streaming or "work from home." There's a small stereo with hardwired phone audio connection or phone blutooth connection to the TV sound bar.

Comfy deck chairs with cushions for sun worshipers. I have been known to sit in the hot tub with an umbrella if it is raining. It's an invigorating walk down to the private beach--not for the faint of heart. Personally, I walk, but you can easily drive down and take a long walk on the beach and live to tell about it.

Languages:

English

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