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Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table

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Exterior
Games room
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6124 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table

Pelican House

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Beautifully situated among the wind-blown cypress, this Bodega Bay home offers a wonderful blend of privacy and convenience. In this serene coastal setting, you'll be only 800 feet from an access point to Salmon Creek Beach and the wild Pacific Ocean.

The Pelican House sits in a copse of trees just north of downtown, a respite for beach-goers in every season and those looking to explore the beauties of the Sonoma Coast. As you step inside, you'll find the main living space on the second floor, where vaulted ceilings and immense windows create a calming coastal atmosphere. The living room is perfect for reading or completing a puzzle in the light of the many windows and the warmth of the wood-burning stove; it seamlessly flows into a compact - but fully equipped - kitchen and a six-person dining space. There are two decks - a tree-lined deck off the kitchen and a more sheltered deck that connects the living room to the upstairs bedroom.

Between long walks on the beach and scenic drives up Highway 1, you'll find a great space to relax at home in the downstairs den offering a pool table and a flatscreen cable TV with streaming capability.

Things to Know
Full kitchen

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 1,340 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 4191N

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

65248

About the area

Map
Bodega Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Bodega Dunes - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Salmon Creek Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bodega Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Carmel Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Doran Beach - 14 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tides Wharf & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishetarian - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spud Point Crab Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Cove - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Birds Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Sonoma Coast State Park, Bodega Dunes and South Salmon Creek Beach. North Salmon Creek Beach and Miwok Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Great spot and cute place. Lots of stairs so be weary of that. My dad is older and moves slowly so he didn’t even go to the second floor but luckily there was everything he needed on the first floor. Very cute and cozy inside. Some of the lights seemed to not work or be intermittent. There was an loudish humidifier (or something downstairs) that would kick on and off that we weren’t allowed to turn off. It also seemed to be a big power draw as the lights dimmed every time it kicked on. Pool table was nice but think the cues need some attention. Missing some tips and it’s tight in some spaces so you need the smaller cue but they were all missing the tip. Really close to places to eat and walk to the beach which was shower nice. Cleaning fee seemed a bit high especially since we weren’t really there but to sleep. But, I would go back here again. .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruby S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pelican house
Loved our stay! Just a few issues. The thermostat wasn’t working, a lot of lights were not working, electrical issue? WiFi was spotty. Beautiful location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
Very close to Salmon Creek beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's Trip
Myself, my sister and a high school friend reunited and had a wonderful tine on the west coast. We had a fabulous time staying at the Pelican House! Proximity to beach was superb. Everthing we needed for our stay was right at our finger tips. The home was very clean, and beds were comfy. Just a couple of cob webs hanging around in areas usually missed by routine house keeping. We would absolutely stay at Pelican House in Bodega Bay, again, when visiting!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Lev M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location but neglected property
Nice location, with beautiful sun-lit living room, but otherwise underwhelming for the price. This property is not managed by the owner, but instead, VACASA, a management company. Seems like the place is suffering from neglect. Downstairs bedroom bed broke when my (petite) sister-in-law first sat on it. Seems like the slats were not the right size (I have picture to share if relevant). Front two elements on electric stove do not work. Hood vent did not work in kitchen, so fire alarm went off. Rack wheel broken on top dishwasher rack, so difficult to move. Only one rack in oven: should have at least two, and I needed a second one. Rods missing from several venetian blinds in living, so can't close when sun is streaming in. Significant water damage in upstairs bathroom: plywood panelling warped and broken (also have picture to share).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brady H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The beach
We had a nice time. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ty R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pelican House was great!
Quiet, relaxing, clean property with extremely close access to Salmon Creek State Beach. Plenty of room for a family of up to 6 to stay & sleep comfortably if needed. My husband & I came here for a getaway weekend and it was exactly what we got. Close to HWY 1 for drives along the coast and exploring the area. Would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nyle N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation on beach
As described. Beach was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

cindi u., davis

Disliked: Cleanliness
feedback
I would like to provide some feedback but give the VRBO/Vacasa/owners a chance to respond without public blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Few comments
We enjoyed staying at the place but there are few things can be improved: Entry lock set is not easy to use. Under cabinet lights were not working at all. There was a power outage but we couldn’t find any flash lights nor matches. We could have used a wine bottle opener.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROY L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get-away…
Light and airy feel. Close to the beach…walking distance. Quiet neighborhood and close to great restaurant, Terrapin Creek!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Phil P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sorry to rain on your parade
Major problems with unsafe upper deck is a lawsuit in the making. Leaky sink faucet. Crack pipe in the bathroom. Tiny kitchen.Fireplace needs cleaning spewing ash all over. Couldn't get in the front and only door. Repairs needed around shower with mold and rot. Wont be staying there again. Other then that, it was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location By The Beach
Just a short walk from an amazing beach. Great weekend getaway with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Staying in a rustic, remote neighborhood by the beach was a perfect way to unwind and spend time with my family. It’s about 20 minutes for shopping and restaurants though a walk from the house for walks on the beach. We hiked Goat trail-about 20 minute drive on the coast, went horseback riding (outside Bodega Bay) and spent a day on the Russian River. The house was well equipped with comfortable beds and hang out area with pool table. It was a little cold when we first arrived though the central heat works. We used the wood burning stove for the rustic feel-works well to heat the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kayoko s.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay
Stayed here for our annual fishing trip on the New Sea Angler. Very impressed, great location near the beach and a very short drive to the harbor. Super clean, comfortable beds and well appointed. Some earlier reviews referenced issues, we experienced none. A great Stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
Pool table was a big hit. It was a short and perfect walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salmon Creek Beach and Dunes
Lovely cottage just behind the dunes. More than enough space and cozy accommodations. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly! Feedback for owners - only 1 of the 4 burners working on the stove (the smallest of course), plus would have been nice to beach chairs and an umbrella. Downstairs bed broken/sags on near door side.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Gabriela G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
helpful hints
Nice property and location. Needs some TLC and better cleaning. Downstairs toilet had dust bunny buildup below blue tape line and above it (not sure why tape line was there). Blinds were pretty bad too. Handrails on interior stairwell were very dirty--if you are going to have white hand rails they need to be clean. I wiped them down, it doesn't take much to maintain them. On the maintenance TLC: front door keyway spins freely and doesn't retract deadbolt, it needs to be pushed in to some catch point before turning the handle disengages the deadbolt. Not sure if this is a design flaw or it needs some attention. Kitchen sink faucet needs an adjustment/new washers. If it is not put in an exact location it leaks--problematic because it is not the normal all the way down position. Dining room chairs: 1 is missing a bottom dowel and comes loose if you lift it from the top so it's not dragging on the floor when you pull it out. Another needs the dowels glued, I had to push it all back together before sitting on it. Pool table is a nice addition it needs a new brush (yes I brushed it before playing, it needed it) and the ball return needs to be adjusted, since the balls get stuck in the table
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Kalah B.

Disappointed
We really wanted to like this place. It's in a good location with a short walk to the beach and could be really great but there are some issues the need some serious attention. The leach field in the front yard leaking sewage really needs to be addressed. It smells terrible. There is mold on the blinds in the bedrooms and the downstairs bathroom. Even the glass on the picture frame in the hallway downstairs is moldy. The shower head in the upstairs bathroom sprays water over the shower door and onto the wood paneled wall, which explains the water damage on the wall. The valves in both of the showers are reversed so hot is cold, cold is hot. You can't run the washing machine and the furnace at the same time because there is only one functioning outlet in the furnace/laundry room. The kitchen is really small and odd shaped. You can't open the refrigerator or the oven door completely which makes using either of them difficult. You have to fuss with the kitchen faucet a bit to get it to shut off completely. The propane was almost out so we tried calling the Guest Services number left on the Welcome brochure but it didn't work. Really just feels like lack of care. It could be a great place to stay if the owners put some care and maintenance into it but we probably wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Aurora S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness
There was sand in the showers. An the septic was draining in the front by the entrance which smelled when toilets were flushed. Needs a better leach line.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Brian H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
mold issue
Nice place but there's a serious mold issue in this place, I would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021