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Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach

Mermaid Manor

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Built in 1884 and thoughtfully remodeled in 2016, this historical Fort Bragg home perfectly blends the comforts of modern life with the Victorian charm of the old Northern California Coast. This beautiful landmark home sits mere steps from the beach at MacKerricher State Park, offering four lovely bedrooms (including two main bedroom suites), and one detached studio with standalone shower, an expansive deck with a private gas grill, Smart TVs in each room, and a renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry reclaimed from the redwood that adorned the original house.

What's nearby:
This home is located on the iconic California Highway 1, directly adjacent to MacKerricher State Park and a three-minute walk from the ocean beach. The heart of downtown Fort Bragg is a three-mile drive south, allowing you to easily reach an assortment of wonderful restaurants, the North Coast Brewing Taproom, the Skunk Train, and the colorful shores of Glass Beach. Book a horseback ride on the beach with Ricochet Ridge Ranch right across the street, and end the afternoon with a margarita at The Purple Rose just down the road.

Things to know:
The studio is detached access behind the main home.
Free WiFi
Full kitchen (with a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, and a Keurig)
A car is necessary to reach this home
Netflix streaming available; guests must use their own accounts
The main floor of the house can accommodate a wheelchair
The main bedroom's bathroom has a roll-in shower with grab bars
Wide hallways
There is a ramp up the back deck to enter the house

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 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

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

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
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 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 126121

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
28593

About the area

Map
Fort Bragg, CA

What's nearby

  • MacKerricher State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Laguna Point Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pudding Creek Beach - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Skunk Train - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Glass Beach - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cowlick's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Los Gallitos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jenny's Giant Burger - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of MacKerricher State Park and Laguna Point Beach. Pudding Creek Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Iconic, Remodeled 19th Century Home w/ Hot Tub & Custom Kitchen - Steps to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip
We really enjoyed this house. It was well stocked, soaps, towels, etc. couldn’t find a washcloth for the kitchen, but paper towels did the trick along with the sponge and dish towel. Cooking here was awesome, plenty of kitchen supplies.no heat nor air conditioning but we really didn’t need it. Will look forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family destination wedding
The property was perfect for our needs. The only thing we were disappointed in was we couldn’t enjoy the propane for pit due to empty tank.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lili D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location. Close enough to town and close enough to beach access.
I would 100% rent here again. The house was clean and had everything we needed for our stay to be more than comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Beautiful house, very clean. Close to beach. Drive to restaurants etc in Ft. Bragg.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

k b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Great property and great location. We loved being able to walk to the beach and to town every day. The house was amazing and the hot tub and fire pit were bonuses. The little store almost next door was a nice surprise to be able grab a few things we forgot!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
This is our yearly girls trip to the coast. Our usual house was not available at the last minute and this home saved the day! Plenty of space and very well equipped. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Such a great house and we love being near the campground and beach. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., Belmont Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Mom's getaway
All six Mom's I brought here for a weekend away from the kiddos LOVED this house. It is very well situated in the area, it has the best kitchen supplies of any house I have ever rented, and it has a great table and perfect gathering spaces inside and out. We were also very pleased by the amazing decor of Mermaid Manor. Thank you for renting us this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA W., Abilene

Liked: Cleanliness
Mermaid Property
It was an old house but the inside was renovated beautifully. Glass beach was quite a disappointment though. The rest of the coastline was scenic and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Stayed here for 5 days with our kids, 7 of us total, plenty of space. This was a beautiful home with great amenities. We had an issue with the alarm for part of our stay, but had great communication with management and were graciously compensated for the inconvenience. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda G.

Great house close to the beach
We had a really great time! The house is really close to MacKerricher state park. The house was really nice and beds were comfy. Only negative was that there were a lot of ants. But I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor throughout the home had the feeling of a beach get away. Very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn O., El Dorado Hills, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully appointed house!
Wonderfully appointed, clean comfortable home, 15 walk to the beach, easy drive in to Fort Bragg and Mendocino. Fabulous time for all - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful house
This house is full of cozy amenities, creativity, and charm. There is a very nice, sheltered deck area that we weren't able to use, due to weather, but it would be a big asset if it weren't raining. The house easily accommodated 5 adults and two children. Every surface is new inside - it must have been gutted before the remodel. We love the fact that beautiful redwood from the original interior was refashioned into gorgeous cabinetry. The description on VRBO stated that the house was a 3 minute walk from the beach. That isn't accurate - at least not for our family. It seemed like the beach was about a mile away. The beach itself, in that spot, wasn't kid friendly. The location of the house, between a Mexican restaurant and little market was very convenient. The hot tub was greatly enjoyed. There is a bathtub in the house which isn't in any of the photos. The beds are comfortable. We had a great time at Mermaid Manor!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Beach Home!
This house is so charming and beautifully remodeled. The kitchen is fully stocked with every tool we needed for cooking. We walked to the beach, approx 1/2 mile or so. The nearby Mexican restaurant was also convenient. We wished we could have stayed longer in this sweet home. Things you may want to be aware of: The lock boxes for the keys are difficult to use, or at least they were for us. There are other people living on the property in a separate home. There is no privacy in the backyard. This was not an issue for us but might be for others. The only low rating was for Vacasa, which I found to be completely unresponsive to my emailed questions. I did appreciate their timely and thorough text reminders.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
I had a really challenging time finding it as the address is not where Google maps says it is. Just FYI it is two houses south of the Cleone grocery store not near the Cleone Gardens where Google maps says it is. With that said, once we got there we had a lovely time. It’s a beautiful property and a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020