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A two-story wooden cabin with a covered porch and a garage. - The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars (Manchester)
A room with a window seat, wooden chair, and pillows. - The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars (Manchester)
A spacious room with a dining area, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, large windows with blinds, and a ceiling fan. - The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars (Manchester)
A wooden deck with wicker furniture, overlooking a grassy area with trees and a small building. - The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars (Manchester)
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, roads, and scattered buildings. - The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars (Manchester)
A garden, laundry facilities and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars

  • A fully equipped, recently built (2003) beach home with two comfy bedrooms with yummy queen beds, a great room, a private deck outside the kitchen, and a cozy, romantic rooftop living room or a back yard jacuzzi with ocean views and starry, starry nights. Our beach house and decks are protected from the strong winds that buffet the bluffside. Take a walk down the nature path or the road past Pomo Lake to the private, gated beach for five miles of sandy coast, dramatic rocks, and lively tidepools to explore. Or just cross the road and enjoy the thick Mendocino forest. Our home is two fully independent duplexes. Sarah and I have the smaller one bedroom south side, but we are rarely in residence. If by chance we are there during your visit, we are especially quiet and considerate.

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About the area

Located in Manchester, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. California Coastal National Monument and Arena Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Davis Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve and Manchester State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. Visit our Manchester travel guide
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Manchester, CA

What's nearby

  • A coastal garden with succulents and yellow flowering plants.
    Irish Beach
    7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • A lighthouse on a cliff by the sea, with a house nearby.
    Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum
    28 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • A forest stream with rocks and trees.
    Van Damme State Park
    49 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • A coastal cliff with a narrow waterway between two steep cliffs.
    Mendocino Headlands State Park
    59 min drive - 31.7 miles
  • Manchester Beach
    21 min drive - 6.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Employee Dining Room
    21 min drive
  • River Bar
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Irish Beach and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Davis Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve. Manchester Beach and Manchester State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

4.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great and very accommodating. Simple, easy location for day access around area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Great stay, as advertised. Nice sunset views, and the hot tub under the stars was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful location accommodating hosts.

Nice clean place , hosts were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a total dream! My partner and I stayed here for a long weekend for our anniversary and already want to go back. The house has everything you need - big living space with tons of natural light, a well stocked kitchenette with full stovetop & oven (cooking was a breeze), two outdoor patios for enjoying the view, comfy beds, and a hot tub perfect for stargazing. Plus, the semi-private beach nearby is PERFECT!! There's parking, bathrooms, and it's only a short walk from the car to the beach, so you aren't hauling a cooler full of snacks for ages. The house is also conveniently located near Point Arena for some cute shops & eateries, and we had deer visit the meadow out back daily. Overall, staying here was truly great - the place was clean, well stocked (kitchen supplies, towels, bedding, etc.), and the check in / out process was a breeze. We were just two people but you easily could have 4-5 (there was an air mattress in one of the bedroom closets). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a nice secluded home for a few days. The stars are so bright and plentiful, saw many shooting stars. The hot tub was a nice addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms are clean with lots of amenities. Charging is convenient if you have an EV. Location is great for exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay

We enjoyed our stay here and felt the descriptions were accurate and the local information about activities were so helpful. The kids loved the bakery and the B. Bryan Reserve.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

I am a repeat guest. Lovely property and host. Cleaning staff is very kind as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Simple Clean and close to beach

The host was next door and available for any needs. The place was clean and worked out well for our getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stat

We had a pleasant stay at Jess’ property. The property had everything we needed and was a good price.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Gateway

Lovely property with beautiful views and all the essential necessities. Perfect for quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and Comfortable

The unit was well appointed and very comfortable. We would definitely stay the again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

This was a great place to stay. The house was clean and just as described. The roof patio was/is a great place to look at the sky and star gazing all night. I will save this place and book again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quiet spot to get away & relax

Very nice, quiet, comfortable property. Quaint, homie, and private. Perfect place to avoid crowds and noise especially for NYE for the family, including our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coastal Retreat

My gf and I enjoyed our stay at this coastal property. Plenty of room including 2 bedrooms, a living room and a kitchen that were all clean. The beach was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was fantastic! And amazing spot to have a getaway vacation. The nearest grocery store is a tad more expensive than your standard big city, but the butcher had some great meats. We deeply appreciated our host, who we met the first night. He was friendly and responsive. After the first night, we had the property to ourselves! Sitting along the giant windows and reading was our favorite indoor activity and our dogs loved the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet

Very much enjoyed our stay. Place is quaint and comfortable. It was a joy watching the family of quails graze right outside the backyard. Will definitely plan a return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location

Amazing location! Exactly what my family and I was looking for. Listing was accurate and communication was prompt. This is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A peaceful stay

My mother and I celebrated her 80th birthday at the house and it was lovely. The beach is beautiful and we enjoyed star watching. The house was very clean and well appointed. We enjoyed our time and hope to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Getaway

The property is perfect, everything you need for a quiet getaway! Watch the sunset on a clean, private beach. Short drive to Elk for delicious food. Cook food at home, relax in the hot tub. The house was clean, the neighborhood was quiet. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Deer and Beach

A little small and needs a bigger refrigerator and cooking capabilities (stove and oven). But doable and good place to relax.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Relaxing Getaway

The host was welcoming and went out of his way to make us feel at home. We loved the open floor plan and comfort of the place. The rooftop lounge area was a great spot to relax and enjoy the incredible view. We enjoyed walking around the nearby lake in the morning and took advantage of the Irish Beach access that was a super short drive away every afternoon/evening. It's one of our favorite beaches we've been too. We would 100% come back to this house on vacation again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fully appointed property!!

Everything was excellent and even better than described! Owner was attentive and accomodating; home was lovely with art and books and blankets and coffee grinder even!! Hot tub was hot!! Added touches in kitchen and bathroom were appreciated. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful easy feeling!

See the Ocean, hear the power, enjoy the nature right from your beautiful vantage point! Wonderful amenities( jacuzzi, Traeger, roof top viewing). Just too many stairs for me. All in all Wonderful 66 for my Lady
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable home base for CA coast

I stayed here with a friend for a long weekend - we enjoyed ourselves immensely! Highlights were listening to the birds, the scent of the sweetgrass, a soak in the hot tub, and using this as a home base to explore the lovely coastal towns nearby. Jess left excellent and helpful instructions. We planned ahead for cooking on the induction burners/air fryer and the kitchen was pretty well appointed. We'd recommend a visit to Point Arena for two excellent bakeries - Franny's and Pelican Bread. Also highly recommend the coastal hike along the Stornetta Public Lands/Point Arena lighthouse. We'd stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025