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Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Van Damme State Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Little River, CA
  • Place, Van Damme State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Convertible Bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail

RED BARN RETREAT, located on the Mendocino Coast just a short drive from the Village of Mendocino, is the perfect getaway from your busy schedule and every day life. This lovely 600 square foot cottage apartment, which comfortably sleeps 2-4 guests, contains everything you need to come away feeling renewed and refreshed. Handsome woodwork, warm, rich tones on the walls, and comfortable, radiant heated floors make for a cozy, enveloping environment.

A comfortable queen sized bed fitted with a down comforter, slipper chair, and a handsome armoire complete the cheerful and cozy bedroom, from which you can access your private fenced garden and patio to enjoy the peaceful outdoors.

The bathroom features modern fixtures and a wonderfully deep bathtub, perfect for soaking.

The well furnished open living, dining, and well equipped kitchen space fills with natural light and greenery views from its many windows.

The kitchen has a gas cook stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, and all of the pots, pans, dishes and utensils needed for cooking and serving a delicious meal.

A large gathering table surrounded by a fun collection of chairs invites you to enjoy a meal, play a family game, or work on a project.

Additionally, a comfortable futon sofa / convertible bed and leather club chair are situated in the living room across from the entertainment center, which includes a flat screen TV and stereo. TV programming such as Netflix, Prime and Hulu are included. Wifi is also available throughout the property, but please note, cellular service can be spotty in the entire Mendocino area.

Other conveniences include a coffee maker, tea pot, toaster, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer.

The property borders Van Damme State Forest which features some of the area’s most amazing hiking trails through the unique Pygmy, and stunning Redwood Forests. Our area’s beautiful beaches and rivers, and the gorgeous Village of Mendocino, all found along one of the most pristine coast lines in Northern California, are only minutes away.

Whether you are here for a variety of outdoor activities, wine tasting in the nearby Anderson Valley, or to just experience a quiet retreat, your comfort is our top priority.

RED BARN RETREAT is perfect for any individual, couple, or family of four looking for a charming residence while visiting the Mendocino Coast. Please note that if there are more than two guests there will be an additional charge per guest per night.

We will gladly guide you to great restaurants and activities best suited to your party and the purpose of your visit to this spectacular and rugged part of the world.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash, dry and put away any of the dishes that you have used. Thank you!
Please put all used towels into the bathtub upon check-out. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 449643vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Little River

Located in Little River, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Kelley House Museum and Ford House Visitor Center and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Noyo Harbor and Mendocino Coast Massage. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Little River, CA

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Agate Beach - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mendocino Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Terra Mar Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

As of 22 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$981, 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 Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Red Barn Retreat - Romantic and Peaceful Cottage near Popular Hiking Trail located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Van Damme State Park and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve. Big River and Mendocino Headlands State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully comfortable and peaceful get-away. Third time we’ve stayed at the Red Barn Retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, wonderful stay!! We will absolutely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a lovely, clean and thoughtfully designed unit. It is located on a beautiful property in the forest of Mendocino. It has everything necessary for a relaxing visit including a comfortable bed, nice linens and towels, and a fully equipped kitchen.The hosts are super friendly and make sure all you need are met. I would say this is the best place I’ve ever rented on Vrbo!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2026
Thanks Jamie, We love to provide a great home base for people visiting the coast and are pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to meet you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in the red barn was delightful. The space is very well done with a quality feel. The mattress was comfortable for me, which is not typical!The location requires care for night driving, but you are in the hills of California after all. Very quiet with the exceptional sounds of nature or the rare car passing by.If and when we return to the Mendocino area, we can hopefully return to the red barn. There are probably cheaper places around, but this location and the quality of the construction and interior are exceptional.The hosts are lovely and interesting people.This is a great location for exploring the area. Much to see and do with a short drive from the hilltop.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool property. Close to the Pigmy forest and a great hike at the same location. A bit off the beaten path and away from any traffic which was also nice. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of Red Barn Retreat is that you are in a secluded area within a short walk to the Pygmy forest, part of a State park with lovely redwoods and trails and yet very convenient to restaurants, beaches, and many other State parks. Gabi and Richard live nearby and provided a friendly welcome but always respected privacy of their guests. Gabi is a wonderful massage therapist so that's a bonus to get a great massage right upstairs! The Retreat was SPOTLESS and very comfortable. You won't have any regrets if you have a chance to enjoy this retreat built with comfort and tranquility in mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The couple that built it clearly love this place and it reflected in our stay. The barn was sooo adorable and tucked away. So romantic and perfect for a weekend stay. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very nice and the hosts were very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, with excellent towels and a very comfortable bed! Just a cozy experience in Little River. Loved the radiant heat floors - so nice when you wake up in the morning to feel a nice, toasty floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Red barn retreat

Great location. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

We had a truly wonderful stay. The location was excellent -- close to the coast and forest. It provided the perfect balance between nature and luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property

Perfect getaway spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely red barn!

Beautiful and quiet property in Mendocino County! Lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thanks Stacie, We enjoyed being able to host your visit to the coast. R & G.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation getaway

We loved our stay at Red Barn Retreat. Everything exceeded expectations. Peaceful, comfortable, well equipped, very clean... wonderful friendly hosts. I look forward to future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Where we needed to be!

Peaceful with quiet setting. Central location for day excursions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3night stay in Mendocino

Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Red barn little river

Very clean , quiet and peaceful woodland property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation cottage

This was perfect for our family vacation. Great location away from the crowds on the coast but still only a short drive to Mendocino. The house was cozy, clean and comfortable and Gabi and Richard were very helpful and welcoming. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2021
It was a pleasure having you here. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming place with great hiking trial nearby

Enjoyed the full experience with my family! From the initial communication with Richard and Gabi, to the well maintained charming unit, to the easy access to hiking trails and Mendocino coast, everything was smooth and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming, comfortable spot

As advertised - cozy setting, clean (small!) house, very well-prepared, easy in and out. Great communication and interaction with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house !

We had a lovely time at the Barn, the house is very clean and cosy, the pictures don’t give enough credit to this great place. Thank you for having us !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like a top-notch homey hotel!

This beautifully decorated and well-kept, extremely clean, and cozy home was just what we needed. We felt very comfortable there and everything was provided. The location was lovely, and the hosts couldn’t be warmer or more responsive, helpful and hospitable. We highly recommend the red barn retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return trip was just as wonderful as the first.

This is our second visit to the Red Barn Retreat, and once again, it was a perfect place to retreat to after our bustling family Thanksgiving festivities on the coast. Well appointed, comfortable, peaceful and fabulous hosts. Thank you, Gabriele and Richard!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming country cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the Red Barn Retreat. The property is beautiful and we especially loved all the flowers in bloom around the house. The bed was very comfy and the kitchen well stocked. Our host was easy to communicate with and very responsive to our questions. The location is very close to the Pygmy Forest with some great hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

The Red Barn guest house was fantastic. It was well appointed providing everything you would need. It was charming, warm, inviting and spotless! Hosts were very friendly and communication was outstanding. Looking forward to many more stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2023
It was a pleasure having you here and we hope to see you again soon! ~ Gabi and Richard

About the host

Hosted by Gabriele Fienburgh

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The owners, Richard and Gabi first moved to the coast more than 40 years ago, both originally from Europe.

Richard, growing up north of London, left England on the Istanbul Express and ended up in Western Canada. He visited a friend living in Mendocino and fell in love with the coast and the community here and never left. An accomplished musician, he still performs locally from time to time.

Gabi has a similar story, growing up in Germany, she came to visit a friend in Mendocino and after falling in love with the beauty of the pacific coast and the wonderful people, essentially has been here ever since.

They met here on the coast, a notoriously romantic spot, and have been married for 37 years, raised three children and are now proud grandparents of four.

Along the way they developed their own 'design / build' construction company and have built and restored many fine custom homes on the coast.

Gabi is also a licensed massage practitioner and has been practicing for over 15 years. Please inquire about massage treatments for your stay.

Why they chose this property

After living on the coast for almost 20 years we finally found a place we wanted to buy. On a quiet rural road inland from the fog belt was a cottage, overgrown and with a glorious blossoming cherry tree hidden behind the house. It felt like it could be our home and over the years we have transformed it into a sunlit, open and peaceful place that is the heart of our family.

What makes this property unique

Often, if the coast is foggy, just 3 miles inland the sun is shining and the property, though close to the redwoods, has a mix of pine, fir, cypress trees, rhododendrons and open gardens that let the sun shine on us most of the day. Coming from hazy Europe we are still awed by the clear, dark, star filled night skies.

Languages:

English, German

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