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Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Beach view

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About this property

Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly

  • Summary:

    Greenwood Beach Cottage



    The Space:

    Picture yourself at this cozy, dog-friendly cottage with spectacular views, just steps from Greenwood State Beach and cove. This rental is perfect for a romantic getaway where you can enjoy the majesty of the ocean out on the deck while you sip your favorite beverage, take in the amazing show of stars in the evening, or head inside and cozy up in front of the fireplace.



    What's nearby:

    Maritime Cafe is a two-minute walk from the cottage, while the Elk Grocery and Deli next door has all the fixings to fill your picnic baskets. Just 10 miles up the coast, enjoy dinner at Ledford House or the Albion River Inn, or continue north a few more miles to reach the picturesque community of Mendocino. With its quaint period inns, breathtaking views, and superb restaurants, Mendocino is bursting with artsy, unique shops for all. Visit the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens that overlook the ocean or explore the “secret” Glass Beach near Fort Bragg where the ground glistens with multicolored sea glass.



    If you’re interested in hiking or doing some wine-tasting at the houses of nationally acclaimed local labels, travel east to walk among the expansive set of old redwoods at Hendy Woods State Parks, and then visit a host of famous vineyards and wineries - such as Navarro and Husch - nestled throughout the Tuscany-inspired Anderson Valley.



    Things to know:

    Free WiFi

    Full kitchen

    Please note that cell service is very inconsistent here; please read and/or print out all maps, driving directions, and instructions prior to departure

    This property does not support EV charging. Guests are kindly asked to use public EV chargers available in the area.



    Guest Access:

    Access to the property is off Shoreline Hwy down a steep hill, if coming from North of Elk on Shoreline Hwy you will need to drive past the driveway and turn around, if coming via South of Elk on Shoreline Hwy you will be able to turn left and drive down the hill to park in the driveway.



    Other Things to Note:

    Check-in Form: To ensure a smooth and secure stay for all guests, we kindly require completion of our short check-in form after booking. This includes signing our standard rental agreement and verifying guest and payment information. It only takes a few minutes and helps us prepare the home for your arrival.



    Pet Policy: We welcome up to 2 well-behaved dogs (50 lbs or under). A nightly pet fee applies and all pets must be disclosed at booking. Pets may not be left unattended unless crated, must stay off furniture, and guests are responsible for cleanup and reporting any damage. Undeclared pets or excessive mess may result in additional fees.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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: 450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Located in Elk, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Albion River Bridge and Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mendocino Coast Massage and Lazy Creek Vineyards. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Elk travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Greenwood State Beach
    Greenwood State Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Glass Beach
    Glass Beach
    63 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Greenwood Community Center
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mendocino Coast Massage
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Skunk Train
    56 min drive - 54.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Harbor House Inn
    12 min walk
  • Maritime Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Beacon Light Comm & Cocktails
    5 min drive
  • Greenwood restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Greenwood Pier Restaurant
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Greenwood State Beach and Greenwood Community Center. Mendocino Coast Massage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) away.

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Oceanfront Elk Home Steps to Beach & Pet-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret R.

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

Elk Cottage

Great views, walk to the market, gallery, gift store and great restaurants in the area. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

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

Darling little cottage

Cute place, great views, beach access without crossing roads!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ward B.

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

Amazimg views

The views and access to the beach made this place spectacular! We loved the natural setting above all else.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

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

30th Anniversary

Perfect beach view and Elk is a sweet little town
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsy T.

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

Heaven by the beach

We have stayed here several time with our dog. We got engaged on the beach below so it holds a special place in our heart! The views are breathtaking and the sound of the waves relaxing throughout our stay! Can not wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette S.

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

Serenity now

Stunning ocean view, cozy environment, everything worked, fun walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa and Paul G.

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

Hillside Cottage

This quaint cottage sits high above the Pacific Ocean with a spectacular view of rocky cliffs and a secluded beach. The cottage was small but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

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

Whales

Enjoyed the beautiful ocean view the sounds of the waves lulling me to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Funky but charming, and what a VIEW!

This cottage has a somewhat odd layout, with the sole bathroom accessible only through one of the bedrooms, and the other bedroom separated from the kitchen only by a curtain. But it is perfect for a couple, or two close friends, or a couple with one or two tweens who can share a bed. It’s cozy, comfy, and reasonably well equipped, and the view is amazing. Easy walk to Greenwood Beach and “downtown” Elk. The steep, bumpy driveway is the only serious drawback.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful View & Location, needs improvements

The location, beach access and view from home was amazing! The home was decently stocked, but some needs some small improvements. The faucet in the shower needs replaced & the sink is rickety in the bathroom. There were ant bait traps all over the home, and we saw a few ants. The main concern is the entrance to the home. It’s not really the grade of the driveway, but the blind entrance onto HWY 1. The shrubs should be removed and a mirror added for better vision. We had to use my 16 year old son as a look out to pull out of the driveway. Love the view and location, a few things could dramatically improve the impression of this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Catherine M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic view but terrible beds. Overpriced given the condition of the house.

The view is INCREDIBLE and can be enjoyed sitting up in the double bed or from chairs outside. BUT the beds were so soft that we both slept very badly and woke up with sore necks and backs. They were so uncomfortable that we chose to drive home late in the day rather than stay for our second night. The house was clean but needs maintenance - one screen in the sunroom/bedroom is completely torn at the bottom, many windows have failed and are cloudy, the stairs down to the deck are uneven and sloping etc. A pest control person showed up and spray liquid and spread pellets or something around the house. Fortunately, we asked him if it was safe for our dog and he advised us to keep the dog in for the next half hour. If we had returned to the house ten minutes later, we would have been unaware of the newly applied poison. Instructions for how to get down to the beach below would have been nice. It is easy to walk to but not immediately obvious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
House could use more visible numbers to see at driveway entrance. Very clean. In need of new window treatments. Great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of the ocean alone, are worth the stay. The home was cozy, charming, with all the privacy you could ask for. Well maintained and well equipped with cookware, essential toiletries, and outdoor grill. Had a very pleasant stay from Friday-Sunday. With it only being 25 minutes to the hikes and sight-seeing we did in Mendocino, the drive was scenic and felt much shorter. Would love to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Spring break mini vacation

The views from the house were incredible! Loved the walk to the beach with my son and dogs. The market was lovely, and The Elk Restaurant and the Greenwood were wonderful. Would've love to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline C.

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

The cottage was very quaint and the ocean views were amazing.

The process was easy and Vacasa kept in close contact with us during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsy T.

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

Cozy Elk Getaway!

Cozy with amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Omar M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this VRBO! Beautiful vistas, quiet with only the sounds of the ocean and some birds. Enjoyed exploring the area Redwoods and small towns. The drives from Bodega Bay to Ft. Bragg on the PCH were breathtaking. The view from the bedroom picture windows are incredible and the gas fireplace complemented the whole house vibe! Some suggestions are to have better lighting for the driveway since it’s on a cliff, replace the kitchen rug as it is a tripping hazard and provide a baking pan or cookie sheet. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and location! Cozy house, a wonderful place overall. The only negative was the loose gravel driveway at such a steep incline. Our car got stuck trying to pull out one evening. It should definitely be paved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Don’t stay here if you don’t have four wheel drive we could not get our car out of the gravel drive way for one hour and Vacasa was no help. The house is adequate the view is breathtaking. The little town is great. But I would never stay in a Vacasa managed property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabet O.

Loved the property!!

Loved the property, it was everything they described it to be. Enjoyed a few days at the coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Norma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

Killer view

Although the driveway was steep, overall property was comfortable. Needs lots of tlc outside and clearing for dogs. Did not know how to check out until we could get reception. We actually left at 9:30 am!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Million Dollar View!

We loved the property. It’s a great place to get away from it all. The views were amazing. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yanjie d.

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

Peaceful

a peaceful escape from city! walk to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

This place is in an idealic location with fantastic views. Very peaceful.

Everything went smoothly, except the WiFi password didn’t work
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019