[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The ocean meets the meadow at the forest's edge. Private beach. Soak under stars Vacation home in Manchester with kitchen and balcony ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92797600/92797540/02b670c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92797600/92797540/9e94e9e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92797600/92797540/98c27ef0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92797600/92797540/7befd5cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92797600/92797540/d85afd40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled by the Mendocino forest, this beach home offers a serene retreat. Unwind in the cozy rooftop living room or soak up ocean views from the private deck and backyard jacuzzi. Take a short walk to explore five miles of sandy coast, dramatic rocks, and lively tidepools along Pomo Lake. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Gym - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Dryer ## 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 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the sea ### Things to do - Gym - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51880000/51873600/51873536/w3404h2275x0y2-7f20bf5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic ocean views !!! 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.02304%2C-123.67847&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Yvo5QmTTHBJbee-cftji2aUTYGw=) Manchester, CA #### What's nearby - Irish Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km - Manchester Beach - 15 min drive - 9.2 km - B. Bryan Preserve - 18 min drive - 18.6 km - Garcia River Casino - 22 min drive - 21.8 km - Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 23 min drive - 18.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪River Bar - ‬21 min drive - ‪Employee Dining Room - ‬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 50 lbs per pet. ### 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? > Check-out 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 vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Irish Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Manchester State Park and Manchester Beach. Brush Creek-Lagoon Lake Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve and Lake Davis Wetlands and Coastal Dunes Nature Preserve are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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