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Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views!

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Living area
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Manchester, CA
  • Place, Irish Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views!

Whale Watchers Bluff is a private ocean-front home with amazing panoramic views. Start your day sitting on the deck with a cup of coffee while listening to the waves crash below. Explore the Mendocino Coastline and the Private Irish Beach. After a long day of adventuring, unwind in the sunken hot tub with your favorite glass of wine while watching the sunset over the ocean.

This is the perfect place for a romantic getaway, family beach vacation, group retreat, or friends trip.

Whale Watchers Bluff is a three bedroom, two bath, 1,700 square foot house with an attached garage. The house comfortably sleeps 8 guests.

The primary bedroom features sweeping ocean views and direct access to the deck and hot tub. A king bed provides a restful night’s sleep, while the sound of the waves sets the tone for relaxed mornings. Step outside to enjoy a soak in the hot tub and take in the expansive coastal scenery.

The second bedroom has a King bed and the third bedroom has two Queen beds. All bedrooms have ocean views.

The kitchen is fully equipped and has everything you need to prepare your favorite meals.

A propane grill is available for guest use. Propane is provided and there is an extra propane tank in the garage.

There is a Smart TV in the Livingroom. Guests can log in to their favorite platforms (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Sling TV, etc) to watch their favorite shows.

Guests have private and exclusive access to the entire home.

The residence is on a steep bluff that does not have direct beach/ocean access. The private Irish Beach is a 3 min drive (or 15-20 min walk) from the house. There is a gate pass available for guests to access the private beach.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to our hot tub sanitation policies and practices, the hot tub may need 6-8 hours to heat if drained and refilled the same day as your check in. If the hot tub is not up to temperature upon your arrival, please be aware that it will take the evening to warm and will be ready for use the following morning at the latest.

Families with Pets: We are a pet friendly home and and would love to welcome yours. There is a flat pet fee and we ask that you follow these pet rules:
• 2 Dog Maximum (no cats)
• Do not leave pets unattended in home without owner present.
• Do not allow pets on beds.
• Please pick up your pet waste
• No dogs in the hot tub

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Manchester

Located in Manchester, this holiday home is on the waterfront. California Coastal National Monument and Arena Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Manchester State Park and Brush Creek-Lagoon Lake Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Manchester, CA

What's nearby

  • Irish Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Manchester Beach - 17 min drive - 9.9 km
  • B. Bryan Preserve - 19 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 54 min drive - 48.6 km
  • Big River - 55 min drive - 49.6 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views!?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views! on 23 August 2026 start from NZ$1,241, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale Watchers Bluff - Amazing Panoramic Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Irish Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Manchester State Park. Manchester Beach and Brush Creek-Lagoon Lake Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house so much! Can’t wait to stay here again! Beautiful, clean, had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elise V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this rental and would love to come back some day. We have stayed at a lot of properties on the northern coast and this one was one of the best. The house had amazing views, plenty of space, and was well appointed with thoughtful touches. The house had all of the kitchen gadgets you’d need, coffee options, shampoo/conditioner/bodywash/ lotion, towels, and even poop bags for the dog. We loved that the yard was fenced so our dog could explore safely. The beach was a short walk away and we really enjoyed bringing our dog down there. There was a grocery store 7 min down the road that made getting food to cook very easy.
Views from the living room
Views from the deck by the hot tub
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was exactly as listed. Spectacular views of the ocean wondrous stars at night. The whole setup was great for our family. The private beach is incredible — driftwood sculptures everywhere. Cuffey’s Cove, where our weekend events were held, was 15 minutes away. One caveat: this is remote country and gas stations are sparse.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY D.

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

can I give it more than 5 stars?

just an amazing place! will definitely try staying there again. everything we needed and a breathtaking view....thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

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

Great view!

Wonderful view, ez front door combo, hot tub was fine, dog friendly. Could use an additional gate pass for the beach gate
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Beautiful

This was a really comfortable and beautiful spot to relax for a week and get away from city life. The views from the living room and balconies are especially stunning, offering a nearly 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean. The beds are nice and firm, the kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, dishes and tools, and there are ample towels and toilet paper. We highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi R.

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

Great stay over Thanksgiving

Whale Watchers Bluff’s views are breathtaking! We thoroughly enjoyed staying right on the ocean and in a secluded area away from the hustle and bustle of the Bay Area. House is small, but worked perfectly for my husband and me, our 2 teenage boys and my mom. Plus our French bulldog! Kitchen well equipped even for our Thanksgiving feast. And little store 5 minutes down the road had nearly everything we needed. Beds very comfortable and lots of couch space for family movie night. Thank you Emily for bring a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lonnie H.

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

Awesome Ocean View

My wife and I were looking for a beach getaway for our anniversary. We found this place online and decided to give it a try. We’re very happy that we did. It was enjoyable from the beginning. It was extremely well furnished and equipped with everything we could possibly need and then some. The bed was very comfortable. The shower was luxurious. The hot tub was very relaxing and looking out and watching the sunset from the hot tub was amazing. This place is just what we needed Thank you Emily! Lonnie and Carrie.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

sally m.

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

Amazing!

We’ve been renting homes at Irish Beach for over 15 years, and this is hands-down the best we’ve ever stayed in. The home was spotless, incredibly well-stocked, and had everything we needed for a perfect family getaway. The views were absolutely stunning — we saw whales every evening from both the deck and inside the home! The binoculars provided were a thoughtful touch.The beds were super comfortable, the heated bathrooms were perfect for chilly nights, and we ended every evening relaxing in the hot tub. The fireplace made the living room feel extra cozy.The layout of the three bedrooms gave everyone their own space while still feeling connected. Very kid- and dog-friendly, which we really appreciated!As a chef, I was impressed by the quality of the kitchen cookware — a rare find in a rental! My husband loved the classic coffee maker, and I enjoyed the convenience of the K-cup option. The owner was very responsive and easy to communicate with.This home exceeded our expectations in every way. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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