Grey Whale
Make like the whales and go on a journey to the Mendocino Coast!
Rediscover the joy of the American road trip and have a “whale of a time” at the Grey Whale, an
architecturally stunning 4-bed, 2-bath vacation home that sleeps 8 on the Mendocino Coast.
Named in honor of the annual cetacean migration, this secluded home nestled in a forest
clearing gets plenty of sun, courtesy of ample windows on its two storeys.
This hidden refuge feels a world away from everything, but at just 3 minutes’ drive from Jug Handle, it’s centrally
located, less than 10 minutes’ drive north to Fort Bragg or south to Mendocino.
Of course, with all the charm and amenities of the Grey Whale, you can also very comfortably
stay in. The warm touches and accents – from the wood beam ceilings to the brick fireplace to
the blue and aqua kitchen flourishes – will make this luxurious vacation rental feel like home. In
the downstairs den, you can warm yourself by the fireplace, while upstairs, the large sectional
couch provides room for the whole family or friend group to get cozy for game night or a movie
marathon (there’s also a garage game room, the stuff of dreams for would-be ping pong
champs).
Forest bathe, figuratively or literally: take a walk and breathe in the nature surrounding you, or
enjoy a glass of bubbly and a view of the towering trees from the jacuzzi. When night falls, roast
s’mores over the fire pit and take in the skies above you – depending on the time of year, you
might even spot a shooting star. Upstairs, a well-appointed balcony has scenic views and is a
great place to relax with a good book or crack open a bottle of your favorite beverage with
friends.
Celebrate any occasion with home-cooked meals in the dining room with its splashy ocean
decor, or eat al fresco at the table on the deck. You’ll have an oven, 4-burner ceramic stovetop,
farmhouse sink, refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, coffeemaker, and toaster oven. If you
prefer to sample Mendocino’s fine dining or Fort Bragg’s culinary favorites, either town is a 10-
minute drive away.
When you retire for the night, you’ll find two bedrooms upstairs and two downstairs. One
upstairs bedroom has a queen bed, while the other has a trundle bed; downstairs, one bedroom
has a queen and the other has bunk beds. Both bathrooms have showers, and one has a tub as
well. A washer and dryer ensure you’ll always have clean clothes.
You’re also ideally situated for outdoor adventures, whether hiking, kayaking, or settling in for a
day at the beach. At Jug Handle State Natural Reserve, discover hiking trails, a pygmy forest,
and an ecological staircase. Trails along the bluffs offer breathtaking views, or follow the path
down to a sandy and secluded beach.
To the south, you’ll find Russian Gulch State Park, Caspar Beach, and the Point Cabrillo
Lighthouse before you arrive in Mendocino, with its quaint buildings, artists’ galleries, shops,
delicious food, Big River Beach, and panoramic ocean views. If you head north, you’ll find the
world-class Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens (with 47 acres of trails), as well as all that Fort
Bragg has to offer. Fort Bragg boasts shopping opportunities, restaurants, pubs, art galleries,
the historic Noyo Harbor, the Skunk Train, Noyo Center for Marine Science, and a number of
paved and accessible hiking trails along the headlands.
Continue north, and you’ll find the Haul Road trail and MacKerricher State Park, with its
boardwalk to Laguna Point. The platform at Laguna Point, with its 360° views, is a great vantage
point for spotting seals and sea lions, a variety of birds, and the occasional whale spout. Many
of the animals frolic on the rocks offshore.
If you’re looking for the eponymous whales, you’ll have the most luck November through May,
with Whale Festival events along the Mendocino Coast throughout the month of March.
Heed the siren-whale song of the coast and book your stay at the Grey Whale, a lavish vacation
home perfect for your dream vacation!
Amenities
GENERAL:
Heating
Linens Provided
Living Room
Parking
Towels Provided
Hair dryer
KITCHEN
Coffee Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Blender
Toaster
ENTERTAINMENT:
DVD Player
Television
OUTSIDE:
Deck
Outdoor Grill
THEME:
Adventure
Away From It All
Family
Historic
Romantic
Spa
Sports & Activities
Tourist Attractions
ATTRACTIONS:
botanical garden
churches
cinema
festivals
health/beauty spa
library
live theater
Noyo Harbor
museums
playground
restaurants
winery tours
LEISURE ACTIVITIES:
antiquing
beachcombing
bird watching
boating
eco tourism
horseback riding
miniature golf
photography
scenic drives
shopping
sight seeing
walking
whale watching
Wine tasting
SPORTS & ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES:
basketball courts
cycling and bicycle rental
fishing
golf
hiking
kayaking
mountain biking
scuba diving
snorkeling
fishing Charters
surfing
swimming
tennis
STUFF THAT'S GOOD TO KNOW
THIS RENTAL IS LOCATED IMMEDIATELY SOUTH OF FORT BRAGG
This rental is located immediately south of Fort Bragg and is right in the middle and so close to some of our best beaches, parks, trails, great food, shopping and more.
Grey Whale is all about getting away from it all, the unit has WiFi, cable television, games and more.
GARBAGE
There are garbage cans for Grey Whale on the east side side of the parking area of the driveway, Recycle, Standard and a green can as well.
VEHICLES
There is only room for 4 vehicles at the Grey Whale and can park in the driveway right in front of this home.
WE ARE
Located 34.5 miles from Willits
Located 9.7 miles from Mendocino Village
Located 111.0 miles from Sonoma County Airport (Santa Rosa, California)
Located 117.0 miles from Santa Rosa
Located 146.0 miles from Sonoma
Located 134.0 miles from Petaluma
Located 171.0 miles from San Francisco
Located 184.0 Miles from San Francisco International Airport
Located 184.0 miles from Oakland international Airport
Located 189.0 miles from Sacramento
Located 180.0 miles from Sacramento International airport
