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Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching

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Outdoor dining
Lobby
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

10 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

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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

Map
Little River, CA

What's nearby

  • Van Damme State Park - 3 min drive
  • Mendocino Art Center - 8 min drive
  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 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
  • ‪Frankie's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Luna Trattoria - ‬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).

Heart Stopping Ocean Views, Secluded Getaway, Whale Watching Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob E., Evansville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
North Coast get a way
Excellent rustic house with great accommodations and even better coastal setting with amazing views. Location is close to beaches, trails, Mendocino and Ft Bragg. The host was great and provided excellent instructions and direction. My family loved it and we would definitely recommend booking this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
It was the third time I've stayed at Stillwater. This place heals and nourishes the soul. Gorgeous views, very clean, complete privacy. It has it all! Thank you Ina!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Raouf E., Sunnyvale, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Property with spectacular views
Enjoyed our stay Drive to the property is on a narrow road and is a little scary
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magic Mountain by the Sea!
Charming Cottage with the best view ever!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Averil K., Quincy, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
A private & incredible view!
Sure, it might be an older home, but it has history and a uniqueness unsurpassed. I’d take it over any modern place. Birds and deer. Cold days but the fire was great. Leeward side of house was perfect out of the wind. We discovered things every day in the home. They should have info there about its history. We felt “at home” at once.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trudy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Needed getaway
Coming in we noticed the house is very outdated, but taking in the amazing scenery the outdated house didn’t seem to really mater. TV could be bigger for night viewing Especially. All in all our time was spent very well and we received the therapy that The Ocean offers. Also we saw spouts of the whales passing by. Daffodils were still beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views!
We have stayed in the Mendocino area every year for over 30 years. We've enjoyed most places that we have stayed in. This property stands out as having the most amazing view of the ocean with extra points for coziness by the fire. We were 4 adults, settling in, cooking, playing games (from the big game/book closet), and enjoying a quiet read by the fire. Our host was easy to communicate with and we had all we needed to stay 3 wonderful nights. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time. The views were amazing
We felt at home almost immediately. We could have used another tv. We couldn’t use our phones. The land line be was not useful because of the codes. The top piece of the white coffee pot was broken but there was another brown pot that worked. Overall we loved the place. Thank you The Zachary’s
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
I don’t have words to describe this past 18 days!!!!
The setting of this house is the award winner for us and we have stayed in close to 70 VRBOs . Situated on a high point with a panoramic view of the mighty pacific. Every minute presents some delightful scenery right outside the door here. We enjoyed the birds most of all….then the resident deer and a visit one day from a covey or 15+ quail and upon or arrival a fox patrolled the property. The communication with the owner was exceptional….I am a worrywart, and pesty and she was so kind and engaged with me like that’s all she had to do with her time. We happened to have been there during a huge storm witnessed wave action like I have never seen. I have very respectfully shared with the owner they need better photos cause I was not prepared for the mind blowing scenery when we topped that hill! Stay here ….it is unbelievable. Thanks Ina….
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
"so beautiful it almost doesn't seem real"
This was the statement from our friends who came to visit from out of state after hearing us rave about this home. We are all experienced travelers and not only appreciated the staggeringly gorgeous surroundings; we also appreciated the unscented towels and sheets, the bar soap, the comfortable furniture, and the very clean fridge. Not sure all the previous travelers washed the pots and pans very well, but giving them a scrub was trivial compared to the overall quality. We hope this VRBO remains available forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Location! On Top of the world overlooking the Pacific!
This is a charming house, we went as just a couple, but easily could fit 2 couples. You will not likely find better views of the beautiful Mendocino Coast Line! You're literally on top of the hill looking down at all other houses and views. The house it's self is very cozy. It has basic amenities with an outstanding view to have dinner inside or outside on their picnic table. If you enjoy history (which we did) there were amazing martine relics inside and outside the home. Be careful with fire place. I would just dress warm and enjoy the coast the way it was meant to be seen!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN F., Hayward

Liked: Cleanliness
very nice
would owner consider selling porpperty ok let me know
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
stay at the Cove Point (stillwell) home
house is just as listed. it has some age on it but this didn't really affect our stay. property could use updated doors and windows which the owner says is in process. we had our dog, Sammy, with us and she enjoyed the stay as well. Suggestion besides windows and doors would be some type of security fencing along cove side patio as the drop is 100" straight down and there are no restraining or warnings or fencing on that side of the home. All utilities and appliances worked as they should as did all the bathroom facilities. Best view of the ocean and coastline of any property we have reserved. Drive way is a bit daunting for a large SUV but it is stable and good parking when you get to the top and plenty of room to park and then turn around when leaving. Automatic gate was nice and worked every time we used it. about 5 minutes to Little River and about 10 minutes to Mendocino.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is unbeatable, even when the fog rolls in! You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marvelous
Unbelievably beautiful place --- completely embracing the Northern California coastal views .... great place and great host....
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021