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Ocean and hillside views, large patio w/grill, short walk to Sunset Beach

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Fort Bragg, CA
  • MacKerricher State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Pacific Star Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Ocean and hillside views, large patio w/grill, short walk to Sunset Beach

Dolphin Manor

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Enjoy the peace and quiet you’ve been longing for at this inviting ocean view house! The large and cozy back porch provides plenty of seating and is the perfect spot to kick back, relax and take in the hillside views. The large backyard is perfect for a volleyball or badminton game if guests bring their own net and ball. Gather in the living room area with your group and spend the afternoon eating snacks and playing board games. The fully-equipped kitchen and the dining area with enough seating for everyone are ideal to enjoy a tasty meal together before heading out to explore the large patio and surrounding area. Take a 5 minute walk to private Sunset Beach to revel in the beautiful rock formations. Bring a kite to fly, hunt for shells and sand dollars, build a fort out of driftwood, or just enjoy the stunning scenery of the Northern California Coast.

What’s nearby:
Just a five minute walk will take you to a private access gate and down the steps to Sunset Beach! Glass Beach is only eight and a half miles south and one of the most popular beaches nearby. It gets its name from the smooth colorful glass pieces that you can find there and that are illegal to remove! The Fort Bragg Coastal Trail is a 4.5 mile-long paved trail which offers incredible views of the ocean and is the perfect place to take a relaxing walk and enjoy the breeze. MacKerricher State Park offers plenty of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and horseback riding, with facilities available for overnight camping. You can even book an excursion for coastal whale watching! North Coast Brewery is a renowned award-winning brewery and a local favorite you must visit. Dolphin Manor is located right by 10 mile river for kayak enthusiasts. A few miles north will get you to the Star Winery.


Things to know:
Full kitchen w/dishwasher
Free WiFi
Private gas grill

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
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Fort Bragg

Located in Fort Bragg, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glass Beach and Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve, while Triangle Tattoo Museum and Sea Glass Museum are cultural highlights. Skunk Train and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Bragg, CA

What's nearby

  • MacKerricher State Park - 1 min drive
  • Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve - 1 min drive
  • Skunk Train - 14 min drive
  • Glass Beach - 14 min drive
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Star Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seaside Creek Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Purple Rose The Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Abalone Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Robinson Sharon Wedding Cakes - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean and hillside views, large patio w/grill, short walk to Sunset Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean and hillside views, large patio w/grill, short walk to Sunset Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean and hillside views, large patio w/grill, short walk to Sunset Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean and hillside views, large patio w/grill, short walk to Sunset Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from MacKerricher State Park and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve. Pacific Star Winery and Laguna Point Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

jim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice quiet retreat.
could have used some comfy chairs and less big couch. Check out time too early
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Tom N.

Dolphin House Manor. hello.
Cannot say much good about this house. Using kitchen utensils and pots and pans they were not clean and kitchen floor was very sticky and dirty. Also the house was not clean as there were spiderwebs and dust around the corners and windows. The garbage can almost completely full and was incredibly rancid full of flies and maggots. We had an infestation of bugs which were known about previously and we were never contacted. They should have let us know since it was only a week before we were coming we could’ve made other arrangements.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

K N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
It was very nice and relaxing. Enjoyed as everything described in listing. Easy drive to area attractions. Only negative was the back porch was very dirty. That said, we did mention it to the property manager and they offered to come and clean it. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Jacinta N.

Home Away From Home
We used the property as a rest stop during a tour of Mendocino County and it was a delight to stay at. Being so close to the beach was a delight to add to our morning walks and it was a short distance to Fort Bragg where we spent a day, enjoying the town. All in all, I highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We really enjoyed our stay at this home. The pictures are accurate as it's a bit dated but spacious and has everything we needed. We enjoyed walking in the quiet neighborhood and down to the private beach. We even had sunshine which was the icing on the cake. Didn't mind the 10 minute drive into Fort Bragg business area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Treva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and room for all
Dolphin Manor lived up to expectations. We have stayed in this neighborhood before, but needed a bigger place this time and Dolphin Manor was perfect. Lots of room to spread out, the beds were very comfortable, plenty of hot water for all 8 of us. The home IS slightly dated, the carpet had stains, but overall it was clean and comfortable for out stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sydney B.

Beautiful home and great location
This home was perfect for myself, husband, 20 month old daughter and parents. The home was perfect for children. Everything was out of reach and the home is spacious with clean soft carpet and comfortable furniture. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the necessary cooking essentials. The private beach was amazing. Being able to just walk to a nearly secluded beach is perfect, especially with a little one. It is a short drive to Fort Bragg and a 30 minute drive to Mendocino but it’s such a beautiful drive it feels much shorter. Would highly recommend this home for a beach getaway with a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Regina K.

Girl's Trip
Big house in a great neighborhood. Perfect for our trip to the California coast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Payton K.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disappointed
Unfortunately, due to not one, but TWO deaths in my immediate family, we were unable to visit this property. I contacted customer service for both VRBO and Vacasa because the property was managed by both companies. They were both entirely useless in accommodating any type of resolution. There was no credit offered, no refund of the cleaning fee, etc. Even airlines make exceptions with a death certificate. I am extremely disappointed and dissatisfied with the lack of compassion shown by the property managers of this rental. I would understand with such a high end property that there would be a fee to cover daily costs but to keep the entirety of our payment is greedy beyond belief. I will not be recommending this property for future rentals nor would I recommend VRBO for the lack of options for similar situations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Great Stay
Very clean, comfortable home. Nice quiet neighborhood with awesome beach access. Far enough away from town to avoid the business, but close enough to run to the store real quick if need be. Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Lovely spot in Ft Bragg
Lovely private beach nearby. The home was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny J.

great place
loved the location and cleanliness
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Happy family
Very clean and cozy home

6/10 Okay

Phenice J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is dated
House itself is very clean! Very outdated. Looks like its fresh out of the 70's/80's. It says its walking distance from the beach which is true but it makes it sound like there is beach access from the property which there isnt. You would have to walk on the 2 lane road which isnt safe. There is no cell phone service even on their wifi. Theres only 1 tv in the house and it is hard to use. Even when we tried to log into our netflix, everything needs a passcode and i wasn't given one. Plus side is everything was clean, the beds were comfortable. The stove takes forever to cook on the oven took a long time just to pre heat. The listing says 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. There is one bathroom in the master bedroom, one in the hallway and a half bath in the cold garage. Almost all the cabinets have bicycle locks on it. It didnt feel very homey at all. Felt cold and uninviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

PAT C.

Great home
Home very clean and well stocked with any thing we needed. Wonderful to be so close to beach to walk. Very quite and just a few miles to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAT

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DZUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Paula A.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Far from Fort Bragg
House is dated but good size for the price.Not good for bike riding from. Stairs to beach are very long. No walk in shower (except in garage).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

whitney p.

Wonderful
I loved how close the beach was, town was only 10 minutes away, and the house has everything you could need. The wifi is ok, I have 3 teenagers constantly on their phones or tablet so on the last day I got a text from the owner about us exceeding the monthly data limit, so we switched to hotspot and that worked great. The house was pretty clean. I did notice some stains on the bedding of one of the window beds and unfortunately it was sewed onto the pad so I couldn’t take it off and wash it. We ended up covering it with blankets and moved on. Other than that the house was clean and perfect for us.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Roomy and comfortable house for my family of 5! Loved the neighborhood as well and the private beach access! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Humberto G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
We enjoy our time, house is very close to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Super relaxing. Beautiful, quiet beach front neighborhood. Nice homes, spacious, landscaped yards, sounds of the surf and immediate beach access. 3 bedroom house was huge for just the two of us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
It was great I will stay at same place again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Vasaca
This place was awesome 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Bonnie A., Napa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Neat but dated, poor wifi
The property is neat and surfaces are clean, good kitchen set up. It's very quiet, easy access to the beach and easy to find. The outdated stove top, mildewy washer and poor wifi was a dissappointment. The third bathroom is in the garage, super funky and in cold weather would be a problem to use. Would not stay there again unless the appliances are updated and wifi issue are resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

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