Little River Annex /exquisite gardens / ocean views/ 550 sq.ft.

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Our rock garden contains 50 tons of coastal rock from a local quarry

Cottage is two units: main cottage (JoAnne) and annex (small unit and tower)

Main room includes sofa (queen sofa-bed) and kitchen

Fireplace heats entire unit with little effort.

Chez facing the garden. TV here in main room

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Amenities
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 351 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Explore the area

Little River, CA

Van Damme State Park11 min walk
Temple of Kwan Tai6 min drive
Russian Gulch State Park7 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1 - Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

One bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

NOTE:This is a romantic get-away for two. The pull out bed in the living room is an alternative to the ladder or for one additional person (an adult child for instance) with approval from the owner.

Description:
Stroll through an acre of coastal gardens thriving with plants from the coast. . .
plop down beneath a tower of jewels and fall fast asleep

Kick up. your feet . . .
sip a glass of Mendocino county wine
watch the sun sink into the Pacific . . .

All this awaits you at Little River Annex, a beautiful guest house with tower, just two miles from the village of Mendocino.

We invite you to unplug.

Maybe you’d like a roaring fire in the evening. . .
Or a cozy dinner.
Little River Annex is just the place.

Located in Little River, CA on five wooded acres facing the Pacific Ocean, our Guest house with tower (total 550 sq. Ft.) is the perfect retreat. Appointed with original local art and a hand-woven rug, this vacation rental oozes charm and sunlight.

We trust you will find everything you need for your stay at Little River Annex. We offer a full living room equipped with a pull out bed (for one person), a bedroom with king bed (in the tower), a kitchen, and a two sink bathroom. We have reliable TV and internet. With our new 3,000 gallon water tank, there is no water shortage here.

We hope to see you soon.

JoAnne, Property Owner

NOTE: Little River Annex is not your perfect spot if you need:

*The entire property to yourselves. JoAnne often stays in the adjacent cottage (separated by the 10' wide foyer.) Assume that she might be there. Please note: JoAnne is respectful of your privacy and you have the full grounds with the exception of her porch and garden directly in front of her cottage unit (1 acre of garden is developed and there are 4 wooded acres).

•Cell phone coverage; It is sporadic and generally unavailable until you are near Highway 1 or in Mendocino or Ft. Bragg. However, we do use wifi calling. To access it, put the wifi password into your phone. Then go to settings. Select phone. Select wifi calling. You can make and receive calls. Our internet is reliable

•Unlimited TV channels; we offer basic channels only.

•All on one level: The king bedroom requires climbing the sturdy Irish ladder. The alternative is the pull out sofa bed in the living room. It is very comfortable with no bar in the middle.

Property manager

JoAnne Marie Tybinka

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Fireplace

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Please no young children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Booking is for two people not two couples. Sofa bed in the living room for a third person. There is a $35 charge per night for the third person.

NO outdoor fires. Please turn off electric heat when going in and out. Our solar panels don't cover it. Hot water heater is 25 gallons

We charge a cleaning fee though we expect you to leave the cottage broom clean. Still a lot of work for us to do to get ready for the next guest.

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

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses solar energy

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 124415 County of Mendocino

About the area

Little River

Located in Little River, this holiday home is by the ocean. Albion River Bridge and Kelley House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve and Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park. Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Little River, CA

What's nearby

Van Damme State Park - 11 min walk
Big River - 5 min drive
Temple of Kwan Tai - 6 min drive
Russian Gulch State Park - 7 min drive
Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 14 min drive

Getting around

Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

Goodlife - 6 min drive
Patterson's Pub - 6 min drive
Dick's Place - 6 min drive
Flow Restaurant and Lounge - 6 min drive
Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little River Annex /exquisite gardens / ocean views/ 550 sq.ft. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little River Annex /exquisite gardens / ocean views/ 550 sq.ft.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little River Annex /exquisite gardens / ocean views/ 550 sq.ft.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little River Annex /exquisite gardens / ocean views/ 550 sq.ft. located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Van Damme State Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Mendocino Headlands State Park. Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve and Albion River Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

29 Dec 2023

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

Super charming little spot

JoAnne’s annex cottage is a perfect respite for two. Cozy, with everything you need, including a spacious bathroom and ample firewood for the wood stove. Private location close to all the wonders of the Mendo area. A lovely stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

13 Dec 2023

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

Perfect Weekend

Perfect stay for a long weekend in Little River. Communication with host was very clear, and easy. The annex has all of the things you’ll need to have a comfortable enjoyable stay on the beautiful Northern California coast. I’ll hopefully have an opportunity to come back in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

13 Nov 2023

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

Quiet and Beautiful

Such a cute property, with a lovely garden and woods behind it. We enjoyed having coffee outside in the mornings to breathe in the fresh air and look at the beautiful surroundings. The annex had everything we needed for a nice weekend stay. Bed was large and comfy in the loft which wasn't too hard to navigate up and down the ladder. Kitchen supplies were great, although I wished there was a gas grill to use. Our favorite was the wood stove which was perfect for taking the chill off in the morning and evening. Thank you for sharing your little slice of heaven.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory F.

10 Oct 2023

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

Cozy Place

Partial view of the ocean, cozy bed up in the loft. JoAnne respects your privacy and is also friendly and knowledgeable about the local area. Thanks Again.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., La Quinta

1 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful. Beautiful. Calm. Perfect.

The stay at this location was everything which was desired for my vacation. Joanne was a great hostess, provided quick responses and delivered exactly as presented. The location was specifically away from Mendocino to allow for a quiet and private retreat. Getting to town was a mere 2.5 miles, and nothing was missed. The appointment of the cottage was tasteful, clean, comfy, and more than met expectations. The outdoor area was the perfect place for drinking wine, reading and sleeping away an hour or two. Lovely grounds surrounded with lovely landscape. The view of the ocean, although not oceanside, was perfect! The trip up the ladder for the bedroom was perfect. Every morning a great view out the front window was present. Thank you Joanne for sharing your prefect little treasure during my vacation. I could not have asked for a more comfortable perfect spot.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by JoAnne Marie Tybinka

JoAnne Tybinka loves to retreat from her apartment in San Francisco to this beautiful property on the Mendocino Coast. She is an avid gardener as you will see from the beautiful gardens on the property. Her husband, Peter, originally purchased the property in the 70s as a "back to the land" attempt. Alas! He turned out to be a city boy. But when he met JoAnne, he was glad he kept the Little River property as a place to renew and retreat.

Why they chose this property

The property is unique. It’s in the center of things on the Mendocino Coast yet tucked neatly away. It is a quiet and very calm property sheltered from the wind by rows of Cypress Trees. The partial views of the Pacific are lovely. The gardens are beautiful. The annex is a little gem with personal appointments, lovely original art, a tasteful hand-woven rug. Yet it is practical and functional with everything one would need.NOTE: The annex is adjacent to an attached cottage unit that JoAnne uses when there. She values her privacy and knows you do to.

What makes this property unique

Spacious.Fully equipped. Perfect for a couple or a third in the pull out bed. Well appointed. Provides a deeply satisfying experience. A real get-away yet with the comforts of home like TV and reliable internet.