Title: The Blue Pelican Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Blue Pelican Holiday home in Shelter Cove with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Blue Pelican ![Smart TV - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78764300/78764291/w903h683x60y0-0a997a04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78764300/78764291/552c0e44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78764300/78764291/w449h683x288y0-849bc42e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78764300/78764291/a039a497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Blue Pelican (Whitethorn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78764300/78764291/6fe5101a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available £313 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb ## 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. ### 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) ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123570000/123566200/123566177/b3b27f1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Favorite with Large Yard and BBQ Fort Bragg - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=123566177&PinnedHotelID=123566177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120780000/120770200/120770177/22996fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Solo or two-person cozy getaway in the heart of California wine country. Philo - Pet-friendly £139 includes taxes & fees 24 Feb - 25 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=120770177&PinnedHotelID=120770177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123230000/123223100/123223019/652f5358.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Friendly Beach House with BBQ & Deck Westport - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=123223019&PinnedHotelID=123223019&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120875300/120875209/1198848f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Large Home on Private Acreage with a Game Room Gualala - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=120875209&PinnedHotelID=120875209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101859200/101859128/c6fdd012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mendocino Garden Studio #2, Full kitchen Mendocino - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=101859128&PinnedHotelID=101859128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100963000/100962921/d3c01ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New, Fun-Size Benbow House! Garberville - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews £198 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=100962921&PinnedHotelID=100962921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75871000/75870937/d3197777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sweeping ocean views in stunning modern house on 20 acres Westport - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=75870937&PinnedHotelID=75870937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74420000/74415000/74414985/d6f8f851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartment at the Castle Willits - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=74414985&PinnedHotelID=74414985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117610000/117605300/117605252/25b4c484.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Access & Hot Tub: Coastal Gem in Manchester Manchester - Ocean view - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=117605252&PinnedHotelID=117605252&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89280000/89279400/89279349/w1088h731x0y0-b7b9ca58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaglass Cottage & Nature Sanctuary-Minutes to Mendocino Village, Beaches, Ocean Mendocino - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=89279349&PinnedHotelID=89279349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=78764291&PinnedHotelID=78764291&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=78764291,123566177,120770177,123223019,120875209) ## 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 This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ## 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shelter-Cove.dx6336510) [View more Holiday homes in Shelter Cove](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shelter-Cove-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6336510-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=40.02623,-124.07104&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_oisF%7ErgtV%3FS%3FU%3FS%3FU%40Q%40S%40U%40S%40SBU%40Q%40SBSBSBSBSBSBSDSDQBSDQDSDQFQDQFSDQFQFQFOFSFOFOHQHOFQHOHOHOHOHMHOJMHMJOHMJMJMJKJMJKLMJKJILKJILMLIJGLKLGLKLGLGLINELGLGLGNGLENELENCLENENCLANENANCLANANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NDN%40LBNDLDNBNDLDNFLDLFLFNFLDLHLFLFLJLFLJLFJJLJJHLJJJLJJJJJJLJJJLJLHNJLJLHLHNHLJNFNHNHNHPFNHPFNFNFRHNDPFPFPDRDPFPDPDRDPBRDRDPBRBRBRBRBRBR%40RBP%40T%40R%40R%40T%40R%40P%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FTARARARARARATCRARCRCRCRCPCRCREPERCREPEREPGREPEPGPGPEPIPGPGNGPINGPINININGNKNINILILKNKLILKLKLKJKLKJKJMJKJMJKJMHKJMHMHMHMHMHMDMHMFOFMDMFMDOFMDODODMDOBMBOBOBOBM%40OBO%3FOBO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOCO%3FMCOAOCOCMCOCOCMEOEMEOEMEOGMGMEMGOGMIMEMIMIMIMIKIMIMKKKMKKIKKMMKKKMKKKMKMIMKMIMKOIMIOIOIOIOIOGOIQIOGQGOGQGQGQGQEQGQEQGSEQESEQCSEQESCSCSCQCSCSCSASASCUASASASASAS%3FU%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FbR5czv5MHT8u4UGe-hUW_r9Zt8=) Whitethorn, CA ### What's nearby - ![The new marina of Pisa city called "Boccadarno" (Italy - Tuscany)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621554185013/cef71abe-25ef-4213-8074-be39b867688e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shelter Cove Marina 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Abalone Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621554185015/a3f74b36-1a4c-480c-947b-85737cc62b0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Abalone Point 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![One of the coolest beaches I have ever been to! A little while off the 101 in Cali!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563503834/dabc0580-e749-4eec-88e1-9071f74294ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Black Sands Beach 5 min drive \- 1.8 miles - ![Not even the largest of the trees in the area by far. This image, though, captures the scale for sure! It is certainly enchanting!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183000/57a9350d-fa36-4586-b6c3-3351d537bf4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Humboldt Redwoods State Park 45 min drive \- 34.1 miles - Mal Coombs Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### 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 - Gyppo Ale Mill 11 min walk - Black Sands Bistro 17 min walk - Delgado Pizza and Bakery 18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Blue Pelican pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Pelican? ### How much is parking at The Blue Pelican? ### What time is check-in at The Blue Pelican? ### What time is check-out at The Blue Pelican? ### Where is The Blue Pelican located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyce 10 Aug 2024 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! ##### Alyce Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chelsea M. 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Easy access, cozy in the neighborhood but looking out to the water. Wonderful. ##### Chelsea M. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina Elizabeth G. 28 Jul 2025 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. ##### Christina Elizabeth G. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice G., Sacramento USA 21 Jul 2023 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 ##### Janice G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heath H. 21 Jul 2023 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. ##### Heath H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg H. 11 Sept 2025 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/67a4afe0-ac14-4420-bc9c-56fa75cb84dc-1757557056523.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4e100900-c91e-4299-ac24-cf05ecbcfb49-1757557055590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3ba6b897-5b70-411b-9e1a-1e3e5f2802d3-1757557055656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Greg H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Berenice P., Napa, CA 29 Nov 2022 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. ##### Berenice P. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ---