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Home with Fireplace, Private Hot Tub, Deck, & Ocean Views

Holiday home in Mendocino with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Russian Gulch State Park
  • Place, Agate Beach
  • Place, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Home with Fireplace, Private Hot Tub, Deck, & Ocean Views

Whale Song

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Share an unforgettable getaway at this custom-built, modern Mendocino vacation rental. Aptly dubbed Whale Song, this remarkable home overlooks the ocean. It even has a private, oceanfront hot tub.

Perched on a lush hillside, this unique Northern California Coast lodge is close to area attractions. Just five miles away is Russian Gulch State Park for a scenic hike to a 36-foot high waterfall. The Devil's Punch Bowl, a large collapsed sea cave with churning water, is nearby too. Bike to Pount Cabrillo Lighthouse and Caspar Beach - it’s all close to home.

At the rental, you’ll have everything you need to relax as you wish. Whip up a delightful meal in the fully stocked kitchen then curl up by the fireplace. Or, stay up and watch TV while everyone else goes to bed.

In the master bedrooms, you’ll have a spacious king-size bed. In the second bedroom is a queen-sized bed, and in the third bedroom a twin. Every bedroom has an ocean view and access to a private deck!

After a day hiking among the breathtaking coastal vistas of Mendocino, make sure to rejuvenate in the hot tub. While that’s going on, toss your clothes in the private washer and dryer. It’s all about a carefree vacation.

With its magnificent ocean views, stained glass, and tasteful furnishings there is something for everyone at this beautiful Northern California Coast vacation rental.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number 136220

About the area

Mendocino

Located in Mendocino, this holiday home is near the beach. Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Kelley House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.
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Mendocino, CA

What's nearby

  • Russian Gulch State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Agate Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Caspar Headlands State Beach - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Fish Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rhody's Garden Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home with Fireplace, Private Hot Tub, Deck, & Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home with Fireplace, Private Hot Tub, Deck, & Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home with Fireplace, Private Hot Tub, Deck, & Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home with Fireplace, Private Hot Tub, Deck, & Ocean Views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park and Russian Gulch State Park. Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Agate Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 184 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was great. Not enough spoons and no sugar in kitchen but otherwise great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Great Quiet Getaway!

Located in a very quiet neighborhood with a view of the ocean - we felt like we were miles away, but with Mendocino and Ft. Bragg a very short distance away - we had everything we needed!

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We all had a wonderful time. The house made everyone happy. We all felt @ home. It is such a beautiful home! Was so amazing to wake up to ocean view from each room! What a beautiful difference from the farm! We loved the privacy, & the closeness to Fort Bragg & Mendocino. All the stained glass was beautiful & so special. Thank you for making a much needed trip so very awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Beach Views

We enjoyed our stay - very comfortable and everything you need plus wonderful beach views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Amazing views!

We loved our time here! The views were amazing, and we loved using the fireplace on the cool nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautifully situated with scenic Pacific views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Beautiful house

We loved the view the house was very comfortable just had a good time.
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10/10 Excellent

Anjana S.

Perfect getaway

Had a memorable stay at Whale Song. The house is kept so clean and well maintained. Enjoyed the fireplace and hot tub. The views are amazing, will come again.

8/10 Good

Evelyn H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is a bit more run down compared to its condition during our previous booking two years ago. Hot tub water was cloudy and smelled like it had not been treated in a while. The driveway is terribly steep and the parking situation inconvenient- 6 guests allowed but only 2 cars and not OK to park in cul de sac above the driveway. We loved this place but will book elsewhere in the area next time, as we feel they’re charging a bit too much for a place that’s getting increasingly shabby and where the hot tub is not sparkling clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

logan b.

Awesome place

Traveled back for a funeral. Beautiful house. Everything was as described. Would definitely stay there again
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10/10 Excellent

ken d.

Nice home in the woods with ocean view

The home is located between Mendocino and Ft Bragg. Clean and appointed well enough for the price point; would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Justine B.

Nice House- needs updating

Located in a nice area, has a hot tub with a great view.

8/10 Good

JOSEPH H.

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

Whale song weekend

Quiet. Relaxing atmosphere. Great ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Michigander

Loved the view, trees, birds and privacy!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessie M.

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

Lovely Coastal Retreat

Wonderful cozy quiet stay, amazing views from every room, clean, comfortable, well-chlorinated hot tub with views. Was on crutches so appreciate that everything on first floor was accessible. Great location to visit light house and Russian Gulch. Downside Checkout at 10am with a family was a rush.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard J.

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

Whale Song

The neighborhood, house and property are gorgeous! Not to mention the view of the ocean from the hot tub!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! It was very relaxing and peaceful listening to the waves crashing on the coastline. Sunset views are also incredible.Extremely romantic location for a getaway with your significant other!We are already thinking of a return trip.The garage is accessible, however you cannot park a car in there, which I would like to have done.I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Hannah H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

WhaleSong

It was a good place to stay for the two nights we were there but we had two ford f150s and the drive way was way too little, has a steep downward grade and they wanted us to have one truck parked at the Russian park down the way vs. Just having it be a bit in the small culdsac above. The hottub was dirty idk when the last time water was cleaned out, we did see whales last day, the deck needs to be replaced a few bords are rotten, and needs to be re painted especially if they are gonna have a wood deck by the ocean. There is a lot of crap in the cupboards so no room for your own groceries to put away, some lights didnt turn on. BBQ barley work, and the propane to the mainhouse was turned off we had to light the pilots.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ocean Thanksgiving

This property had some plusses and minuses. Location lovely, beautiful ocean views. Close to Mendocino. The jacuzzi was well placed and had wonderful stargazing opportunities, but could have been cleaner. The steep driveway is a major issue as you are not supposed to park above on the road. The home really needs updating and window refurbishing. The biggest issues were the very uncomfortable bed upstairs causing poor sleep. Also the living room is very small. Good for 4 people but that’s about it. We lucked out with good weather so could be outside. However the deck needs refinishing & more than .2 plastic deck chairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lara P.

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

Private Retreat with Beautiful Ocean Views

This home is wonderfully situated between the towns of Mendocino and Fort Bragg. It is a short walk to Russian Gulch State Park and the beautiful Point Carrillo Lighthouse park. The home is perfect for younger, able-footed individuals… we traveled with three people in their 80’s, and found some issues. The staircase to the second floor bedrooms is very steep with narrow, thin steps, and the water can get VERY hot - with some valves that were difficult to figure out. That being said, the home was large, comfortable and affordable. The kitchen was very well stocked and the beds were comfortable. While not directly on the oceanfront, each bedroom and the dining area offered lovely, expansive views of the gorgeous Pacific Ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Julie C.

Great House -- Tough Driveway

The house was great and had stunning views. The kitchen had everything we needed and was well stocked. The only downside to the place is the steep driveway and not being able to park flat in the cul-de-sac. It rained most of the time that we were there, and trying to back out of the very steep driveway on wet ground was very very difficult. I don't think we would ever rent this place again because of the parking situation. I think if you have a newer car or SUV, then it might be doable (our car is a 2015 Prius).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Page O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

A bit of a disappointment.

The place looks larger in the pictures. We were disappointed in the size of the TV/common space where there is only space for four people, not six and the furniture was old. Luckily we spent time with family at another facility with more space. This was the biggest complaint. The dining table had only five chairs, one of which had a wobbly arm. The spa foamed up. The layout of the kitchen was good and it was well equipped. The second floor was very nice. The view was nice. Did not understand why parking in the cul-de-sac was prohibited.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandma’s house on the coast! Absolutely loved this house and the cozy stay. Can definitely accommodate a small and/or young family. Not super baby (15 months) friendly. Things that didn’t make or break or stay but feel necessary to point out; the kitchen is fully stocked with all things to eat, drink, cook! However, we needed a can opener and the one there was a hunk of junk, also needed tin foil and something to store leftovers in (cling wrap or zip locks) and didn’t have those. A couple coffee cups still had coffee on them and a frying pan was very dirty. The couch is pretty broken in but comfy, the recliner has seen better days and could definitely be replaced. Otherwise! The views are gorgeous, hot tub is plus. The place is comfy and cozy and we would probably stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and very private location. Great ocean view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Peaceful stay

The Whalesong neighborhood is quiet, with noise blunted by tall trees. The sound of the waves heard from the house and deck is very soothing. Sitting in the hot tub, you can see the ocean. It is very clean. There are 5 state parks within 10 miles.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Rest in comfort and ease

It is quiet at the Whalesong, with a beauitful view of the ocean. You can hear the waves from house when you open the glass doors. 5 state parks are within 10 miles. The house is very clean, comfortable. We parked in the upper parking lot as the ascent from the lower one is short and steep. It was not hard to carry our belngings to the house. A very restful, peaceful place.

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