Entire home

Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Photo gallery for Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Beach
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Little River, CA
  • Popular LocationVan Damme State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTemple of Kwan Tai8 min drive
  • Popular LocationRussian Gulch State Park9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

Stillwell Point offers guests a sky high, heart stopping view of Little River's rocky coastal cliffs, islands, and sea arches. This unique glass and stone hideaway sits perched on the very edge of a steep sheer drop . . . hundreds of feet above Buckhorn Cove. This is the soaring domain of the osprey and the hawk . . . in which you can share.

Even indoors, you are surrounded by sky, sea, and sunshine . . . thanks to Stillwell Point's wraparound view windows and sliding glass doors which lead to a pair of patios on the cliff's edge.

If the weather turns wet or chilly . . . and, you literally find Stillwell Point wrapped in the midst of clouds . . . there's a huge stone fireplace just waiting to keep you warm and dry, a million miles away from the worries of your everyday world.

Our home was built into the hidden hillside, incorporating natural materials that were washed up on shore such as huge wood pilings, driftwood, shells, starfish, local river stones, old glass buoys, and ancient ship anchors which add to the charm. Native plants and wild flowers blanket the cliff which overlooks the sea below.

My in-laws designed and built the home in the 1960s. My husband's family has lived in Mendocino and Little River since the early 1800s. They were avid sailors and also loved Hawaii and had a home there as well. The Hawaiian details are from that influence. My brother in law was a woodworker and built most of the wood furniture in the home. The satellite maps in the map bedroom came from NASA.
We have never updated the home to preserve the original design and realize that the home has a lot of quirks. Sliding doors, windows, floor heaters, refrigerator and dishwasher have all been replaced recently.
Keywords: Private Hideaway

Property manager

Ina Rice

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets allowed if approved by owner

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Heart Stopping Ocean View House Little River
Heart Stopping Ocean View House
Heart Stopping Ocean View Little River
Heart Stopping Ocean House

About the area

Little River

Located in Little River, this holiday home is by the ocean. Mendocino Coast Massage and Noyo Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sea Glass Museum and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 3 min drive
  • Albion River Bridge - 4 min drive
  • Temple of Kwan Tai - 8 min drive
  • Russian Gulch State Park - 9 min drive
  • Point Cabrillo Lighthouse - 16 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Goodlife - 8 min drive
  • Patterson's Pub - 8 min drive
  • Dick's Place - 8 min drive
  • Flow Restaurant and Lounge - 8 min drive
  • Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Van Damme State Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Albion River Bridge. Mendocino Headlands State Park and Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Views!
Vintage 1960's cabin with unbelievable location. The cabin is built into the rock on a bluff overlooking the rocky pacific coast. Worth every penny and we had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

RICHARD S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Quiet Comfortable
We had a relaxing time staring at the ocean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Property and Fun Getaway
This is one of the coolest places I've ever stayed. The view, the property and the house itself was so fun and comfortable. I loved the furnishings and the fact that they owners have kept it just the way it was meant to be. So clean and full of history and meaningful decorations. The owner was so kind, prompt and very easy to talk to. I will be coming back as many times as I can. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Marilyne C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
House needs updates
The location for the house is lovely; however, the amenities are very outdated. Most of the appliances do not work properly; the beds are very hard; and the shower looks like something created in the 1950s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

gilbert h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!
Amazing spot. We will be back. Great Host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorae M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The description provided in the listing was very accurate.
We enjoyed our time there and the views were amazing. We enjoyed the seeing the deers on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The house was located in a beautiful place with a great view of the ocean and surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles S., Monument, Colorado

It's all in the location
The word stunning is overused in our hyperbolic communications, but it is the only appropriate word for this place. Perched on a hill on top of sheer cliffs plunging into the sea, totally isolated from any other outside influence except the magnificent ocean below. The house itself is nice enough, although in need of some fixing up, the furniture is rather dated , etc, but that is so totally insignificant when compared to the incomparable views. We cna't wait to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable Setting!
This is a charming property if you enjoy old and unique (which we do). Lots of fun artifacts accent the walls. The views are without a doubt spectacular, situated high at the end of a private road with a180 degree outlook. It's very private and couldn't have been more enjoyable. We definitely would like to go back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bryan K.

Views!!
unbelievable views of the Pacific along with complete solitude make this house very unique and special
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022