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Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas

Holiday home in Albion with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Albion, CA
  • Place, Albion River Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Glass Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Loft Bathroom for Loft Bedroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas

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PRE-CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: DEC. 12-20: 15% NIGHTLY DISCOUNT
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NEW YEAR SPECIAL: JAN 2-FEB 3: 10% NIGHTLY DISCOUNT
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10% DISCOUNT 7 OR MORE NIGHTS
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YES, WE HAVE A DISHWASHER
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CANCELLATION POLICY: NO LOSS OF FUNDS
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ALWAYS RELIABLE WATER SUPPLIED BY OUR NEIGHBORHOOD SYSTEM
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HEADS-UP: AS ALWAYS, HEADLINE NIGHTLY BASE RATE IS FOR TWO GUESTS. ADDITIONAL GUESTS PAY $25 PER PERSON PER NIGHT.
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* SIX GUESTS MAX
* NO PETS PLEASE
* NO RV'S OR MOTORCYCLES ALLOWED IN THE SUB-DIVISION
* FOR ALL INQUIRIES, CLICK "CONTACT OWNER LINK DIRECTLY BELOW THE "REQUEST TO BOOK" BUTTON

Just ten minutes south of the historic village of Mendocino and only 3 minutes south of the movie-famed Heritage House Inn, TIDEPOOL is a unique cliff-top oceanfront retreat – a spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home perched 100 feet above scenic Whitesboro Cove. Its angular box design, beamed ceilings, and redwood interior and exterior are reminiscent of the Sea Ranch architectural style. A veritable sixty foot wraparound floor-to-ceiling wall of glass, spanning the living and sun rooms, immerses you in the panoramic sweep of the rugged Albion Headlands whitewater coastline, Whitesboro Cove, and the Pacific Ocean. Sit inside or outside on the wind-sheltered deck or in the hot tub at eye level with soaring osprey, pelicans, hawks, and gulls and enjoy the nonstop procession of ocean swells crashing into the rocks below. The pelicans and osprey hover all day long above the cove, crashdiving into the water for the local sushi. During their seasonal migrations, you'll experience the parade of spouts, fins and flukes of Pacific gray whales.

The Master bedroom loft (king bed & half bath) and its oversized North facing window offer a picture perfect view of the crashing waves without even having to lift your head from the pillow and a private cozy deck to enjoy the sun or your own private view of the stars. The 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the first floor (King bed and 2 twin-XL's) are located down the hall from the galley kitchen. The downstairs Master bedroom suite features its own recently remodeled bathroom with an oversized tiled shower and bench combo with bar-holds for safety. A formal dining room comfortably seats six to eight and the Franklin fireplace compliments any meal. While dining, enjoy the pre-recorded keyboard selections on the Yamaha Electric Clavinova or the musicians amongst you can make your own music on the Clavinova and Electric Vibraphone.

Stretch out in the paired Scandinavian leather recliners in the privacy of the all-cedar-and-glass Lindal sunroom and listen to your favorite music while meditating upon the ever-changing panoramic ocean, coastal, and bay vistas. No matter the weather outside, it’s always comfy inside because of the house’s central heating. With a cozy fire burning in the wood stove, enjoy the spectacular ocean sunsets and the grazing and winged wildlife while ensconced upon the living room’s comfy leather sofas. Both the living room and upstairs master bedroom feature a Bose audio and 55-inch HDTV entertainment center fed by Roku set-top box with complimentary Youtube TV(55 TV channels). DVD player. iPod docking cable to stereo.

Like an oceanfront oasis, your privacy is assured – located at the end of a cul-de-sac; TIDEPOOL is part of a private, GATED road just two minutes south of the Ledford House Restaurant and Albion River Restaurant, two great dining experiences on the coast. Nearby, the quaint town of Albion offers everything you need for your much-needed retreat, and the Albion Flats Cafe, just 3 minutes North, cooks up the best budget-priced breakfasts on the North Coast while offering a surrealistic view from below the last remaining wooden trestle bridge on CA Highway One. Although there is NO BEACH ACCESS from our cliff top property, you can enjoy stopping off at Van Damme Beach in Little River or Big River Beach in Mendocino during your ten minute drive into Mendocino.

35+ Mbps broadband Internet connection and WiFi is available anywhere in the house so bring your tablets, laptops, and Roku devices to stream your favorite video entertainment. Roku's provided if you want to login to your streaming services.

Keywords: Oceanfront home; Clifftop home

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off the furnace thermostat.
Set spa temp to 80 degrees
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No more than 6 persons in the house at any time until further notice.
two cars maximum ... no RV's or trailers allowed in subdivision ... smaller campers okay.
Covid-19 Rules: All spelled out in the rental agreement or by requesting from owner during pre-booking.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Albion

Located in Albion, this holiday home is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Van Damme State Park and Navarro River Redwoods State Park, while Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Albion, CA

What's nearby

  • Albion River Bridge - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 24 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Skunk Train - 30 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Glass Beach - 35 min drive - 35.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Terra Mar Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Inn at Schoolhouse Creek - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Harbor House Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ledford House - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Panoramic WhiteWater Oceanfront CliffTop:Headlands/Cove/Ocean Vistas located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Albion River Bridge and within 3 miles (5 km) of Van Damme State Park and Navarro River Redwoods State Park. Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve and Friendship Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly and helpful, place is wonderful! Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is really nice. The views are extraordinary. This is an ideal place to relax and enjoy life.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic place! Beautiful whitewater views, deer greeting every morning, and totally comfortable for our family get-together. Great location—convenient to the redwoods, the coast, and Mendocino.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible...Peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location. Views of ocean and stars from hot tub are awesome! Owner was very helpful and responded with quickly. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view and sunset

Excellent location, beautiful views!Watching sunset from jacuzzi - priceless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen U F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing property!!! Howard is a great host and we absolutely enjoyed his wonderful home. Very comfortable, plenty of room, spectacular views and the jacuzzi is off the hook!!! This THE place to take in the Mendocino Coast!
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning View !! The property boasts plenty of common areas both inside and out. Excellent location, very quiet neighborhood. Yet only a short distance to restaurants, markets and the historic town of Mendocino. Communication with host was prompt and made check-in seamless. His hospitality and professionalism were greatly appreciated. We would love to make a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as advertised!! A beautiful oceanfront property with a jacuzzi. It was a Beautiful and Super welcoming space… obviously set up for family gatherings!! There is a beautiful dining space, comfy sunroom, beautiful ocean view TV/fireplace room, and it was obvious it’s a musical family!! All was geared towards comfort, ease, family, fun and serenity!!!Highly recommend…. And we will surely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Amazing views and so relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm, wonderful with incredible views

Everything was lovely- host was incredibly kind and helpful, house was cozy and beds were very comfortable. Extraordinary location and views!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The view!

Can’t beat the location on a beautiful cove. The house is well equipped and set up for guests to relax and enjoy the panoramic ocean views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is very kind and communicative! He confirmed our visit and sent recommendations ahead of time. The location is great: gated privacy, perfect view, not too far of a drive into town, and very quiet. The kitchen has everything you would need to cook a meal, but we didn’t use it since there are so many wonderful restaurants including the nearby Ledford House. We were there during a cold weather period, and the heat worked very well, and we were happily surprised with a heated blanket on the bed. We also used the blankets from the closets for our couch lounging. The shower was excellent and had shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and towels. I can’t quite put into words how amazing the view was. We didn’t use the hot tub, but what a lovely view. Plenty of books in the house, a good tv system with Roku, and awesome instruments. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful spot up on the Mendocino coast. Great communication. All the amenities set up for everything you'll need. Views so good that you might cancel some of your area plans. We enjoyed making food in the great kitchen, and relaxing outside while the deer and foxes went about their daily activities. We can't wait to make it back up for another visit. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th anniversary get away

Everything was perfect, wonderful home with spectacular views, deer visited daily, super friendly host. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property & Lovely Clean Rustic House

Everything met or exceeded expectations. Breathtaking views, abundant wildlife, very clean. Howard (host) was always available, helpful, and informative with local knowledge. This is a very special property and we are grateful to have spent a week there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Majestic views home away from home

The breathtaking views and wildlife made our trip unforgettable! The weather was perfect for visiting the beach at Navarro River. The home is frequently visited by a family of deer throughout the day. We would finish the end of the day by sitting in the hot tub to watch the sunset. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy this amazing place! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing ocean view

Exceptional location overlooking the ocean with a hot tub off the deck. Comfortable living room and additional seating room with the same amazing views. A great place to truly relax and enjoy the ever changing coastline.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great valentine get away

The best part of the weekend was the stunning view and the hot tub looking out over the ocean. It was very comfortable for 2 couples sharing the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

would come back!

great place and host! would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway with Family

Although this home is dated, it is stocked with all the amenities you could possibly need. Beautiful location. Our group agreed that we would return to this property. Great communication with host too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coastal Retreat

Such a beautiful spot! The hot tub and fire place were a must for us. Wonderful communication with the owner. We enjoyed the amazing views and had everything we needed for a relaxing coastal getaway,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Amazing views of the Pacific. You can watch the waves breaking on the rocks for hours. Nice, comfortable home with good beds and furniture. All the plates and utensils you could ever need.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a pretty nice house in a great location, overlooking the ocean in Albion, CA. The owner/host is very friendly and attentive, probably one of the best hosts we've had. The house is a little older, so it's kind of dark closed off in the bedrooms. But there's more space near the front in the sunroom and the loft area, which might have been a later remodel. We loved the hot tub when the wind wasn't super strong. Great privacy, and pretty convenient to Mendocino area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular views

Such a great weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Howard Pines

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Nature Lover; Whale Watcher

Why they chose this property

Mother Nature Extraordinaire!

What makes this property unique

Unparalleled Panoramic View and Privacy!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests