Title: Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34144712&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer ## Photo gallery for Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer ![Dining - Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer (Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34144800/34144712/2490c7d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer (Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34144800/34144712/0db86013.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer (Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34144800/34144712/35bd6197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer (Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34144800/34144712/03a971ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer (Little River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34144800/34144712/890775e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched above Van Damme Beach, this beautifully restored 1863 gem offers a tranquil retreat. The sun room's wicker chairs invite you to sit and watch the waves roll in, while the impressive masonry fireplace warms both levels of this charming home. A spacious kitchen with an island for intimate dining and a large bathroom/laundry room are just some of its amenities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61850 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer Perched above Van Damme Beach, just outside the village of Mendocino, this light filled beautifully restored 1863 gem, will delight you. There are two bedrooms upstairs (1 king, 1 queen) along with a Captains bed (full) and a half bath. The master bedroom provides a great ocean view, with sounds of the Pacific to lull you to sleep. On the main floor is the kitchen, living room, large bathroom/laundry room and the sun room. The kitchen is spacious with a 9' table that comfortably seats 10\. There is also an island that provides for more intimate dining. The downstairs bedroom has two twin beds that look out to the ocean with honeysuckle and rose bushes at your windows. There is a large bathroom/laundry room with a claw foot tub bath/shower combination. The living room is light and bright with an impressive masonry fireplace that warms both the downstairs and upstairs. The sun room is at the front of the house, facing the ocean with wicker chairs to read, knit or watch the waves roll in. Just behind the house, is a trail that leads to some of the most beautiful bluffs and views, along the Pacific. Just down the lane, is a short trail to Van Damme Beach. The location, along with the recent beautiful restoration of this coastal gem, provide for a magical get-a-way. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,850 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327700/34327687/c4bfaa8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean View King Suite in Mendocino with Free Wi-Fi and Jacuzzi Bathtub Mendocino - Ocean view - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=34327687&PinnedHotelID=34327687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34162000/34161942/c8032241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular Oceanfront on the Mendocino Coast Albion - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 148 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=34161942&PinnedHotelID=34161942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32440000/32432200/32432150/w550h377x0y15-2a725ece.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Cozy Cottage In The Heart Of Mendocino Village Mendocino - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave 9.8 Exceptional 306 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=32432150&PinnedHotelID=32432150&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44121000/44120925/14408604.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mendocino Village Water Tower - Ocean & Garden Views Mendocino - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 157 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=44120925&PinnedHotelID=44120925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19994900/19994879/6faaeee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heart of Mendocino Village, Fabulous Views! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Northbound Whale Beautifully Restored Turn Century Charmer House Northbound Whale Beautifully Restored Turn Century Charmer Northbound Whale Beautifully Restored Turn Century Charmer House Northbound Whale Beautifully Restored Turn Century Charmer House Northbound Whale Beautifully Restored Turn Century Charmer ## About the area Little River is home to this holiday home. Kelley House Museum and Albion River Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Glass Beach and Van Damme State Park. Mendocino Art Center and Sea Glass Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Little River travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Little-River.dx177435) [View more Holiday homes in Little River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Little-River-Private-Holiday-Homes.d177435-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=39.27596,-123.78865&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:y%7DvnF%60nprV%3FS%3FU%3FS%40Q%3FS%40U%40S%40S%40SBS%40S%40SBQBSBSBSBSDQBSDQDSBQDSDSFQDQFQDOFSFQFOFOFSFOHOHOFOHQHMHOHOHMHOJOHKJOHMLMHKJMJMLKJKJKJKLIJKLILIJKLILILGLILGLGNILGLELGNELENELENELENCNCLCNCNCNALANCN%3FNALAPAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%3FNBN%40L%40NBNBNBLBNBLDNDNDLDNDLDLFLDNFLHLFLFLHLFLHLHLJJHLHLJJJLHJJJJJLJJJLJJJLJNHLJJHNHNHLJNHNHLFPHNFNHNFNFRFNHNDPFRFNDPFPDPDRDRDPBRDPDRBPBRBRBRBRBPBR%40R%40R%40R%40R%40R%40T%40R%3FP%40R%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FTAR%3FPARATARARARARARCRCPCRCRCRCRCPEREPCREPEREREPGPEPGNGREPINGNGRGNINGNINGPILINKNILININKJILKNKLKJKLKJKLKJKJMHKJMJMHKHMJMHMHMFMHMFMFMHOFMDMFMDODMDODODMDOBMBOBOBOBM%40O%40OBO%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FQAMAOAO%3FOCMAOAOCOCMCOCOCMEOEMEOEMEOEMGMEMGOIMGMGMIMGMIMIKKMIMIKKMIKKKKKKMKKMKMIKMMIMKOIKKOIOIMIOIOIMIQGOIOIOGOGSGOGOGQGSEOGQEQGQESESCQESEQCSEQCSCSCSCSCQASASCSASASASAU%3FSAQ%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ONukJ-mFRzKNaTXKKW9Abzpc8kc=) Little River, CA ### What's nearby - ![The Fern Canyon Trail in Van Damme State Park did not disappoint. It winds through a dense fern-filled forest along “Little River”. If you’re looking for a secluded trail to enjoy the fresh air and nature sounds, this is the place to be. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177435/c662e633-12e0-4240-b25c-a88c799fc89b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Van Damme State Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![North Coast California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239567/566bc51f-812b-416a-a918-8c01b2db5a9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mendocino Headlands State Park 2 min drive \- 2.0 miles - ![Point Cabrillo lighthouse at Cape Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park, near Mendocino, CA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639338/5c983ee1-2ea9-4ed6-9a1f-695869349731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Point Cabrillo Lighthouse 12 min drive \- 7.4 miles - ![Glass Beach featuring a pebble beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6240504/b5509d47-6efb-4674-88ca-61c830c73c1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Glass Beach 22 min drive \- 16.1 miles - Mendocino Art Center 4 min drive \- 3.8 miles ### Getting around - Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) 125 min drive ### Restaurants - Brickery Pizza 4 min drive - Waiting Room 4 min drive - Goodlife Cafe & Bakery 4 min drive - Little River Inn 17 min walk - Patterson's Pub 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer ? ### What time is check-in at Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer ? ### What time is check-out at Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer ? ### Where is Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Northbound Whale - Beautifully restored turn of the century charmer 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 50 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua S. 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it!! Overall 5 star rating. Super comfy, nicely decorated, had everything we needed. If I was to split hairs, it would have been nice to have some type of container in the shower to put shampoo, soap, etc…. There was nothing there so it made showering a little inconvenient. When it warms up in the afternoon, it would have been nice if there were screens on the entryways as well as the kitchen window. Just food for thought, but we loved our stay! ##### Joshua S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa K. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded our Very High Expectations I recently stayed in this home with my 90-year-old mother and my three siblings, and we couldn't have been more delighted with it. All five of us had our own private space to sleep in, with my brother taking the lovely little glassed-in front porch. What a bonus that was for five very set-in-our-sleeping-ways oldsters. The clearly new kitchen/dining area offered us the perfect hub -- oversized island, high ceilings, generous dining table, multiple windows with stellar views, and more cooking amenities and than my own home, not to mention any other house I've rented. The quiet country lane that this house sits on is beyond idyllic - in full view of the glorious Mendocino coast. The trail to the bluffs in back of the house is another bonus. And the owner of the house was a gem in every way -- responsive, helpful and generally lovely. I realize this sounds like an ad. I'm just a regular renter who is old enough to have stayed in dozens of rental properties, which I am notoriously particular about choosing. Doesn't get better than this one. ##### Lisa K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jil G. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy So comfortable and spacious. Fun sophisticated nautical theme. Hosts extremely helpful with house information including access to beach and hiking trails. Kitchen has everything you could want. Really hope to return! ##### Jil G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim R. 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Charming !A wonderful escape ##### Kim R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Devon H. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed a short but very enjoyable stay at the Northbound Whale, thanks Lori! The house is so cozy and welcoming, we felt right at home. The beach is literally down the sandy trail, and there’s lots to do in the surrounding areas. We’d love to visit again. ##### Devon H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosemary C. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Women’s getaway Northbound Whale House was the perfect place for for 5 women friends, who have been friends from college days since 1976! The house was beautiful, comfortable, and had everything we needed in amenities and plenty of bedrooms, including comfortable beds! We will definitely rent from Lori and Dan again! ##### Rosemary C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene & John S. 15 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming home beautifully maintained and stocked with everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. We loved staying in this beautiful home. Mendocino is a great town with a lot to offer. Hiking, restaurants and beaches. ##### Irene & John S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly D. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway The most amazing house for a weekend getaway! This is our second time staying and we were just as impressed as the first. ##### Kimberly D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon S., Torrey, UT 10 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT Just right!! ##### Jon S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney K., Bay area, CA 13 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and very comfortable- loved the location This is such a charming spot to stay! We were super comfortable and enjoyed the fireplace on chilly mornings and the sunroom during the afternoons. It was well stocked with anything you’d need. We also loved the proximity to the beach - a quick walk to little river beach. We also could have easily walked to Vanne Dam park (next time!) It was lovely to hear the ocean from the house and wake up to the birds. Felt very private and quiet. The backyard had great outdoor furniture - lots of spots to relax and grill. Thanks and hope to be back! ##### Courtney K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Randall H. 15 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Location Charming home tucked off the main road. The kitchen, master and family room/sun room were great. However, we felt that the bathroom conditions were a bit off. One shower/tub for four adults combined with a very ,very small upstairs bathroom with no space for toiletries was the only downside. But, overall we had a great time albeit a short visit. ##### Randall H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kris L. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### You Won’t Want To Leave! This is such a special beach cottage. It is so cute and cozy! It’s beautifully decorated but not in a pretentious way. It feels like home and feels like a beach home. All the furniture is comfortable and makes you want to stay home by the fire and relax. The upstairs beds are super comfortable and gorgeous! I can’t speak to the downstairs beds but the bedroom is so sweet. So much love went into decorating these rooms to make it feel homey. The captains bed in the upstairs hall was adorable! I loved the selection of books and movies in there.I also appreciated the eco conscious choices in products and the well stocked kitchen. Bbq and fireplace both worked great. And I loved my soak in the clawfoot tub! The trail down to the beach is close by and not steep at all. It is a bit overgrown right now so be prepared for that. I had a hard time leaving this cottage, glad we had one foggy morning to enjoy coffee by the fire. With blue skies we sat in the sun room to enjoy the sea view through the pink roses. Gorgeous! Everyone in my family loved this choice. Even my teenager! ![View from sunporch.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0db55273-c1be-44b4-884c-2063b38df4c3-1751313591782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Captains bed with porthole window!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/72f3b864-9c15-447b-aa50-6603419fffae-1751313592761.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Trail across from house.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/56686399-f0e2-4729-aed9-b6aea03ac5d4-1751313592121.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kris L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Yvonne H. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Wonderful House - But Beware... We loved the house and our stay. The house was spacious, well equipped and comfortable. BUT, the main bathroom tub/shower is not good for anyone who is unsteady or has difficulty getting in and out of a raised elevated tub. There is no grab bar and the high shower head and hand held shower wand are not the best. The owners should install a new shower head and at least one or more grab bars. Or, better yet, replace the tub. Also, we assume the brown water coming out of the faucets was safe to use for teeth washing but not for other uses. Having the large 5 gallon water dispenser was great but a sign about the water service would have been helpful. ##### Yvonne H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randall D., San Francisco 26 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Little River House My bother and I spent time in this area when we were teen agers, loving the State Park at Van Damme and the lush beaches and headlands around the area. The town of Mendocino is a short two mile drive away for groceries and a charming walk around a beautiful, legendary town. This house would be wonderful for a family or friends to share! Loved it. Was up and down to the beach on the delightful trail across from the house at 7:00 am. ##### Randall D. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann E. 12 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway We loved our stay at The Northbound Whale. There are many VRBO choices in the area. We felt this one felt much more like a friend's home than a rental--very nicely furnished and equipped. The location on a quiet lane above Van Damme Beach and close to Mendocino is great. We also had an opportunity to speak to our host and found her to be charming and helpful. ##### Ann E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Brittany S. 5 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### August 2021 stay The location is wonderful. You can walk to the ocean or do a 10 min drive to an amazing hike. The house is adorable. Decorated to perfection. It’s very cute. Super cozy and beautiful. There was no key when we arrived. We contacted the owner who did not respond for hours. She stated she was traveling. Which is understandable however in that case since she is running a lucrative business with her rental, she should appoint someone else for renters to contact . I had my baby with me and my fil who has brain cancer. We couldn’t stand outside in the cold for hours waiting for a key. My husband eventually found and open window and crawled through. Thank goodness there was no alarm. Another con was that we wanted to BBQ in her very cute outdoor area but there was no propane. Lastly she let me know after we booked and paid that we weren’t allowed to take a bath because of the drought and she went so far as to remove the drain stopper in the tub. We have a 2 year old who needed a bath. Overall it’s a great place however I do believe those small things could be improved. ##### Brittany S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine E. 31 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay, would book again! We had a great time at the Northbound Whale. The house was absolutely lovely. Our 4.5 year old daughter especially loved the captain's bed. We had some hiccups with the home not being ready when we arrived, but overall we had a wonderful time and hope to visit the Northbound Whale again! ##### Katherine E. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was charming. Although built in 1863, the house was modernized and decorated beautifully. The sun porch with a view of the ocean was the perfect place for a cup of coffee in the morning! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy M. 26 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family vacation I thank the property owner very much for a most delightful, comfortable stay in a most beautiful setting. We had a family gathering and enjoyed the beauty and charm of the house, which is so conveniently located within a short walk to the beach and so close to the restaurants and shops in Mendocino.. The house was filled with nice amenities and was so clean. We will definitely want to come back!! ##### Nancy M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nichole R. 23 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming House We enjoyed every moment in this charming Little River home celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary with our 2 children (12 and 14) and my mom. After a couple nights in a hotel in San Francisco, we were grateful for our own separate spaces with wonderful options to gather for meals and games. A great location for day trips. Evenings were spent making meals and enjoying the peaceful home both inside and out. Thank you for sharing your home with us! We recommend! ##### Nichole R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. 21 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous week at the Northbound Whale My family had a lovely week staying at the Northbound Whale. The house accommodated us beautifully with a large kitchen, comfortable beds, and perfect extras for a relaxing time -- we enjoyed the puzzles and games and movies in the house. Most of all, this house is located within an easy walk of the beach at Van Damme State Park, where we paddled and snorkled and enjoyed quiet beach walks, and bluff trails that overlook a beautiful rugged coastline with oyster catchers and seals and sea palms. My parents, my husband, and my kids all congratulated me on finding such a wonderful place to stay. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James D. 20 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Mendo Holiday Great location for family getaway. Close walk to a tucked away beach and only a two minute drive to Mendocino. Loved it and would come back ##### James D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amon M. 2 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family escape! Amazing property with great ocean views (when not bathed in cool morning fog) that has everything for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Short walk to the beach. Very clean. Well stocked kitchen with everything you need for a great stay! We wish we could have stayed longer! We will be back. ##### Amon M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamara R. 5 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Long weekend getaway I highly recommend The Northwood Whale! What a lovely home and beautiful property. The home is in a great location, just a short walk to a secluded beach and a short hike to a bluff overlook. It is a beautifully decorated and well stocked. I am hoping to get back for a longer visit! ##### Tamara R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra A. 24 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ocean Retreat We had a wonderful time at the northbound whale. The house is beautiful, there is a lovely ocean view from the back side of the house and an awesome trail that leads right down to the ocean front. Could not have asked for a nicer place. My only suggestion is to trim the bushes so there is a better ocean view from the sunroom. ##### Sandra A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ---