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A living room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a lamp. - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)
A living room with a staircase, a blue sofa, a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall. - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a white countertop, and a built-in refrigerator. There is a seating area with a sofa and two chairs. - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)
A compact kitchen with a wooden door, a stove, and a sink. - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a large window with a view of the ocean. - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)
Perched on the hillside above Shelter Cove, Blue Pelican offers a serene retreat with ocean, sunset, and whale watching views from every room. Unwind in the cozy living room by the gas fireplace or step outside onto the wrap-around deck. A full-sized kitchen and laundry facilities add to your convenience while staying here.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$603
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

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About this property

The Blue Pelican

  • The “Blue Pelican” is 2 story home located on the hillside right above Shelter Cove with just a short 5 minute walk to the beach. You will enjoy spectacular ocean, sunset, and whale watching views from every room.
    On the first level, is the main living room that opens to the wrap around deck, kitchen, laundry, bath, and large garage. The house has a large screen smart TV, internet, and a warming and cozy gas fireplace. There is a full sized kitchen, including a full size refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas stove.
    A short stairway takes you up to the second level where you will find two main bedrooms, both elegantly furnished with king sized beds and a full sized bathroom with a tub/shower. In the oversized closets, you can also find multiple single beds that can be pulled out and capable of sleeping 4 more guests.

    Visitors enjoy the local surf spots, lighthouse, tide poles,  black sands beach, fishing, hiking, a nine hole golf course, and simply relaxing in the peaceful and quiet community of Shelter Cove. There are multiple dining options and a local bar. There is also a small airstrip, capable landing small jets.

    If the stay is longer than 1 week, there will be an additional $100 mandatory cleaning visit after 7 days.
    Extra fees and charges may occur for excessive internet use.
    Pets are allowed however only outside


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Use of any extra equipment will be carefully monitored
Please respect the neighbors, Quite time is 10 PM.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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

About the area

Located in Shelter Cove, this holiday home is near the beach. Mal Coombs Park and One Log House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sinkyone State Wilderness and Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree are also worth visiting. Visit our Shelter Cove travel guide
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Whitethorn, CA

What's nearby

  • A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a green roof.
    Shelter Cove Marina
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A rocky coastline with waves crashing onto the shore and a cliff with sparse vegetation.
    Abalone Point
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • A foggy beach with dark sand and rocky cliffs.
    Black Sands Beach
    7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mal Coombs Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    132 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mario's Bar & Grill
    14 min walk
  • Surf Point Coffee + Bistro
    17 min walk
  • Mi Mochima
    18 min walk
  • Black Sands Bistro
    17 min walk
  • Gyppo Ale Mill
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Pelican pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Pelican?

As of 21 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Pelican on 28 July 2026 start from AU$603, 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 The Blue Pelican?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Pelican?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Pelican?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Pelican located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mal Coombs Park and Shelter Cove Marina. Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove and Abalone Point are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Blue Pelican Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay, including time lounging on the balcony with an ocean view. The place had everything we needed, including a comfortable and cozy living room, well-equipped kitchen and roomy bedrooms with excellent quality beds (and views). The beds were a big plus. The hosts were super responsive and friendly. We’d stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in easy, clean place good view. be sure to bring own soap/shampoo.
brewery restaurant is very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home with views of ocean. Very comfy beds! Good space for relaxing in home and on deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access, cozy in the neighborhood but looking out to the water. Wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice G.

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

Coastal getaway

We stayed 4 nights and wish it could have been longer. This is a great home. Extremely comfortable bed and couch. Nicely decorated. Very airy but still cozy. Great view and breezes. Will definitely stay again. We had a couple of questions and requests and the host was very responsive. Great all around experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath H.

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

Perfect house.

Great communication with host. Beautiful view of Shelter Cove and the ocean, looking west. Quiet neighborhood and the neighbor directly to the south was awesome. Very friendly and welcoming. The house had all the amenities needed for our week stay. This was a nice set up. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay again! The location and use of a full garage are great. The kitchen is very functional, and there are two queen size beds upstairs in two rooms that are very accommodating. Great communication with the representatives for the property, Natalie and JOSHUA. The only hiccup was that the deposit on the location was an inordinately large some, and I did not like that VRBO offered to offset this deposit with an 89 protection plan that was nonrefundable. As being guests that treat our temporary accommodations at least as well as we would treat our own, of course we received our deposit, although it took 19 days after this stay.All in all, it was a great opportunity after staying in more than five accommodations in the shelter Cove area, and would definitely consider it to be a great choice in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Berenice P.

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

Day at the beach

Lovely home with great view to the ocean, golf course and see light aircraft takeoff. Home is equipped with the essentials.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bree

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026