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Charming Oceanfront Cottage at Schoolhouse Beach

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Schoolhouse Beach
Schoolhouse Beach - Bodega Bay
Exterior detail
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bodega Bay, CA
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Portuguese Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bodega Dunes
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming Oceanfront Cottage at Schoolhouse Beach

Enjoy a romantic getaway for two or bring family and friends - either way, you'll have a wonderful time at our charming cottage by the sea. For the active, the beach is just steps away - fly your kite, picnic, build sandcastles, explore the tidepools or dive for abalone. For the more passive, sip a cool drink on the deck and enjoy the spectacular view or curl up in front of the fireplace with a good book.

Our home is well suited for two couples - two of the bedrooms each have a queen bed and ocean views. There's a 3rd bedroom with twin beds plus a den with fullsize futon if you bring the family. All linens are provided. There are also beach toys, towels, chairs, picnic supplies, plenty of books and games for all ages - and high speed wireless internet access.

The northern California coast is beautiful and relaxing and you don't need to leave the house at all - but if you do, you'll find almost limitless activities to fill your days. The area has many quaint villages, shops and galleries filled with local arts and crafts, restaurants serving fabulous fresh seafood, wonderful wineries, historic sites and natural wonders galore. Just be sure to return for the incredible sunsets!

Our cozy home is filled with antiques and comfy furniture. We think you will feel right at home. We have visitors who have returned year after year with their family and friends and now think of the cottage as their second home. We hope you will too! Please check our availability calendar.

718N Sonoma County

Keywords: PRIVATE HOME, COTTAGE

Property manager

Nina Mourning

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please keep pets off beds and furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside
Quiet hours must be observed between 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
No outdoor amplified sound is allowed.
A pet must be secured on the property at all times and cannot be left unattended. Guests must comply with Sonoma County leash law (Section 5-115).

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bodega Bay

Located in Bodega Bay, this cottage is on the beach. Children's Bell Tower and Potter Schoolhouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Pee Wee Golf and Arcade. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bodega Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Portuguese Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • North Salmon Creek Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bodega Dunes - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Doran Beach - 15 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tides Wharf & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fishetarian - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Aquatica - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spud Point Crab Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Cove - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Oceanfront Cottage at Schoolhouse Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Oceanfront Cottage at Schoolhouse Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Oceanfront Cottage at Schoolhouse Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Oceanfront Cottage at Schoolhouse Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bodega Bay cottage is just steps away from Sonoma Coast State Park and Schoolhouse Beach. Carmel Beach and Arched Rock Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olga

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

Best stay ever!!!!!

Everything was amazing: location, charming house that was very clean and had everything that we needed, stunning views, host was reachable 24/7. Nina, thank you for such a memorable, special stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Awesome Beach Getaway

The house is in a great location with awesome views! The house was very well stocked with everything you need! Its very spacious & comfortable. We enjoyed hanging out on the deck in the sun and admiring the ocean views and people watching. You get great sunsets too! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Well-equipped beach house

Friends gathered to celebrate January birthdays. Everything was perfect — the location, the weather (absolutely gorgeous), the accommodations! The house had everything we could’ve wished for and much more. Great assortment of movies, games, and more to keep folks of all ages entertained. The host was very communicative and gracious. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Was perfect I loved it all

Loved I got my dogs to stay perfect spot. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

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

Best stay ever!!!!

OMGosh where do I start…we have always looked at this neighborhood and talked about how awesome the location is. This is the first time we have actually stayed here and this home made our stay even better than we imagined. The home was very clean, beds were warm and comfortable. The kitchen and bathrooms were beyond well stocked. Internet was good and our Verizon cell phone had no trouble. The communication with the host was exceptional, even on the holiday. We are already planning our next trip here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Best place ever!

Ten all around!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy P., Contra Costa County

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

Speachless

Absolutely blown away by this beautiful vacation home! Absolutely pre-stein! The view is priceless, location amazing, and the house itself perfect! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect place to celebrate my son's send off to the Air-Force. It brought our family together for the most amazing unforgettable vacation together! Thank you so much for such a wonderful place! I am already trying to plan our next vacation stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonita C.

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

Perfect Getaway

The beach house is very clean, homey, comfortable, full of ammenities, and supplies. It's perfect for a large family, group of people, or a couple. It has large and clean windows to see beautiful Schoolhouse Cove. The bed we used was more comfortable than our Tempurpedic! We didn't want to leave! If you stay during cold weather, bring space heaters for the bathrooms. The rest of the house is very comfortable with the use of modern split level heat and airconditioners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

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

Quick getaway

Great views and house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn S., Roseville, California

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

Amazing Ocean Oasis

This is the best vacation rental we’ve ever stayed in. Nina the host was so informative and helpful and available. The house is so thoughtfully decorated and designed. It was clean and the location was phenomenal. From the moment we arrived we started talking about coming back again. What a wonderful gem! Our family looks forward to returning again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Morena G.

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

Family Gateway

We were in need to get out of daily routine, this property was exactly what we needed! We were amazed with the cleanliness, location, price and how well stock up this house is 👏👏👏👏 We will definitely comeback again and for sure I’ll recommend it to my friends & family! Thank you Nina for sharing your property 💕
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Right on the cliffs, Everything you could want

The photos are accurate - you really have this cliff-side view of the ocean for whale watching or crashing wave watching, right from your window or patio chair. Huge windows from all front rooms let you dream away watching waves as you have breakfast, listen to the TV, read on the patio or chat over sodas and chips. The owners have stocked everything you could ever want in the drawers, cupboards and closets, from cooking condiments to soaps to games and books to Keurig coffee fixin’s to utensils and dishware. They haven’t forgotten flashlights, binoculars, extra batteries and lovely conversation-piece decor. Large rooms, separate temperature controls, comfy beds, new furniture. I enjoyed the high stools at the bar at one end of the living room where I could watch the waves and the cable movies at the same time while I ate my take-out chowder and bbq ribs. We didn’t bring our dog this time, but there is ample space for potty breaks. The owner spoke by phone when I had questions, a very pleasant and happy person, humble about her wonderful property. We felt safe, comfortable and as at-home as you possibly could. Just a few minutes’ drive down to Bodega Bay for shopping, whale tours and dining, and maybe 15-20 minute drive up to Jenner for more beautiful shops and coastal scenery. I can’t think of a thing I’d change about this spacious and scenic home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Girl's Getaway

Loved the house, nicely decorated and comfortable. Very clean, stocked with everything you could possibly need, and the view was amazing! We enjoyed our stay very much! Nina (the owner) was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

eric e.

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

Great vaca

Awesome place..clean..modern..comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny H.

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

Sisters

Bad year 2022. Four 70 ish sisters celebrating life and home was perfect!! Thank you for sharing and can't wait to return. .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamela D.

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

Myself and a friend

We had a wonderful time and it was hard to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise R., Santa Rosa

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

Beach House

Great location with wonderful sea views. Very well equipped and a well stocked Kitchen [Appliances, pots pans spices condiments etc]. Very comfy beds. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

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

Perfect get away

Absolutely lovely cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty N.

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

Incredible view

The beach house was perfect for our needs. The house is older, but well maintained. The kitchen (and everything else) is well stocked. Very comfortable beds. The view is amazing from the deck and most every window.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

The best place to stay

This place is very clean, fully stocked and has the best view of the ocean from the living room and kitchen!! The owners are very hospitable and easy to get a hold of.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE V.

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

Fantastic beach house with great ocean view

Great ocean views. So clean & beachy. Beach just steps away. Would definitely come back but would stay longer. Spuds great clam chower not too far from cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda n.

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

Oceanfront charm

Beautifully furnished 3BR, 2BA home with amazing view of the beach & ocean locared just across the street. Very comfortable beds & premium bedding. The host provided every amenity imaginable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison K., Yuba City, CA

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

Scenic location

Scenic location and well appointed home. Views of the ocean were amazing. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Exceptional home with a spectacular view

The most comfortable home we've ever stayed in. Beach access is right across the street. Home is fully supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sameek C.

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

Great House with stunning views

This place was perfect. The views are picture perfect with breathtaking sunsets. Nina was a great host and the house is very well stocked with just about everything. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nina Mourning

Host profile image
I am an entrepreneur and workaholic. I have been an editor of a scientific journal, a travel agent, a paralegal, a real estate agent and property manager, a commodity trader, a financial newsletter editor, and resident neighborhood psychic.

I currently produce video biographies of seniors, interviewing them and recording some of their family history and stories so they can be permanently saved on DVD for future generations.

I have helped raise 7 children. I love to read, garden, dance, travel and practically have my own personal zoo. I am a gatherer of information about almost anything. And I have an incredible husband, Jeff, who puts up with all my nonsense.

Why they chose this property

My parents bought the cottage more than 50 years ago. It is the closest beach community to the Sacramento area. It is close to San Francisco, Sausalito, Berkeley, Napa Valley and Sonoma wine country. I grew up spending vacations there and so did my children. It is a great place to share with family and friends.

What makes this property unique

It is only a minute out the front door down the path onto the beach. But if you don't feel like a walk, you can lie in bed, sit on the sofa or at the dining room table, or out on the deck and have a wonderful view of the ocean and the waves crashing on the rocks. I never tire of the wonderful sunsets - every one is different but terrific in its own way.

And the most amazing thing - you can actually see millions of stars because the night sky is so dark. We also have deer, lots of shorebirds, and great tidepools.

Languages:

English