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Outdoor dining
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1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets
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Reviews
8.4

Very good

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 699 sq m

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Fort Bragg, CA
  • Popular LocationMacKerricher State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationInglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve3 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlass Beach11 min drive

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About the area

Fort Bragg

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Fort Bragg cabin, you'll find MacKerricher State Park and Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve. Laguna Point Beach and Pacific Star Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • MacKerricher State Park - 3 min drive
  • Inglenook Fen-Ten Mile Dunes Nature Preserve - 3 min drive
  • Pudding Creek Beach - 10 min drive
  • Glass Beach - 11 min drive
  • Skunk Train - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Overtime Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jenny's Giant Burger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Star Winery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kw Saltwater Grill - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly home with deck & firepit - half a mile to beach

Mendocino Dunes - Sand Dollar

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The Sand Dollar, one of four cabins in the Mendocino Coast Dunes Retreat, can be rented together with the other three cabins or separately as a great place to stay during your amazing vacation. With a dog-friendly attitude and a comfortable interior, everyone will love it here!

Located right next to the dunes, about seven miles north of Fort Bragg, this vacation rental is in a great position for you to enjoy everything the area has to offer. The ocean is just over a half-mile away (though you will have to hike over some sand dunes), and MacKerricher State Park, well-known for its hiking trails and seal-watching, stretches to the south of this vacation home.

With one bedroom and one bathroom, this home can sleep up to six people, and is also dog-friendly. With a queen bed in the bedroom and two fold-out futons, a close-knit family or group of friends will be very comfortable here.

In the living room, you will find a large TV equipped with cable and a DVD player, plus board games and a lovely gas fireplace. You will also have a private laundry area, so there's no need to worry if your clothes get a little dirty during your vacation. Complimentary WiFi is also available.

Outside, you will discover a private deck and firepit. You will love roasting some marshmallows at the end of a fun-filled day.

This would be a fabulous cabin to rent on its own, or you could combine with family members, friends, coworkers, or others and rent all four cabins for a large event! With Fort Bragg 10 minutes south, and Mendocino about 25 minutes down the road, you will be surrounded by the beauty of nature but still close enough to the conveniences of the city.

THINGS TO KNOW
The WiFi can be spotty at times and may not be dependable for remote work or streaming.
The oven is not available for use.
The local area is in its drought season. We ask you to use the water very sparingly, as this home is on a well, and to be mindful of the situation and conserve as much water as possible.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 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

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1071 sq ft (99 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

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Dog-friendly home with deck & firepit - half a mile to beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location was beautiful and the house was nice, except that it hasn't been maintained. The hearing doesn't work and it took 8 hours to get the house up to 60 degrees inside using the space heaters. The dishwasher works, but it's missing all the wheels on the lower rack. There is a hot tub, but it didn't work. The microwave trips the breaker when you use it. The clothes washer works, but the handle for the soap dispenser is broken. There is a long list of stuff just like that. Overall, we had a good time, but having everything be broken was disappointing. It was also pretty clean, but a few dishes in the cupboards were dirty. Not really a big deal, but it completes the picture. The bed were very comfortable, there was plenty of space, and there is a nice, fenced and grassy back area for the dog. The location is stellar, and the house is pretty inside. I would rent it again in a heart beat and consider it a steal if all the little broken things were fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
First visit to Fort Bragg
Property is well used but nicely maintained. Location was perfect for us; close to all beaches and parks, towns but far enough that we didn't have the hustle of tourists and traffic. I would stay again in a heartbeat. There's so much beauty and nature left to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

D.G. W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic Beach Crash Pad
The property is as advertised. Nothing Fancy but clean with all the things you need. It could use a coat of paint, and some updated furniture which would go a long way in making it a bit more comfortable & inviting. It feels a bit like the guest house that time forgot, but again nothing wrong with the place just a bit tired & dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect for us
It was cute and clean had everything that we needed. I love the location walking distance to 10 mile beach. We stayed here to celebrate my boyfriend’s 40th birthday, we we’re excited that this was a pet friendly house and we got to bring our doodle. We enjoyed our evenings by the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, sand dunes right out of the back yard. Plenty of space for three people and our yellow lab. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Private getaway
We loved our stay, there is a fenced backyard and a bonus private yard for guests who have dogs. It will be even better when the hot tub is back up and running. Fireplace works great, big kitchen, and bonus sunroom. Would love to rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and affordable.
This is a very cute and spacious getaway. It’s a little north of Fort Bragg so you have to plan unless you don’t mind driving back and forth. The home was clean and comfortable. Very quiet location. Great for kids and dogs. 6 adults would not sleep comfortably here. But excellent for a family. Concrete floors do bring slippers. Heaters provided made it very cozy. We planned accordingly for not cooking anything but bagels in the toaster oven. They are replacing the stove. The futons worked so I think they replaced those. Lots of bedding and towels provided. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fix it.
The ceiling fan was extremely dusty. Futon in main living area broke as hell. Dining chairs falling apart. The oven still does not work and now the burners don’t. It’s a great place if some money were invested I. The basics.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not quite perfect
The location was just want we wanted, size of the house and property was perfect. Only complaints:1) the stove didn't work so we brought a gas BBQ to cook and used a 2 burner counter top warmer to cook other foods 2) The futon/couch in living room had a broken back support so it would fall back if you sat on one half of the couch and the seat had a big tear across it. If they fix these 2 problems I would give the Sand Dollar 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Silvia B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Below expectations
First of all, the app didn’t provide lockbox code until way over an hour after check in time, but “fortunately” our arrival was delayed. On our arrival we found out stove top was not functioning, management failed to inform us prior to our booking and arrival. Closet and all storing compartments were dusty and dirty, we had to drive to the store and purchase cleaning supplies and clean that on our own. Some plates and spoons missing.. fortunately it was just the three of us but the house is listed for more guest than that. Management refunded us for “loss of amenities” (no cook top) and provided a hot plate but that hardly makes up for it. The neighbor’s dog kept coming in the yard to defecate/harass our family dog. On the morning of our departure the heater in the bathroom and the microwave mysteriously stopped working (no power) so there you go. Besides all that, cute house, awesome location.. I guess we just were not lucky, it wasn’t the first time we stayed at this house and we always had a great time.. we hope for better quality next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Tip W.

Nice, but fixes needed
This location is private, quiet and close to things we wanted to do. Here are some disappointments: There were ants 24/7, so we could not leave anything out when not being used. Some electric outlets in kitchen, especially near the stove did not work. Ice maker and trash compactor did not work. You have to light the stove burners with a fireplace striker-not terrible, but another fix-it for a top class rental. Batteries in the gas fireplace were dead, so we switched batteries back and forth from the TV remote. Light bulb out in bathroom, lamp in bedroom, right side, needs repair, mirror doors in bedroom closet slide off support tracks when handled, The living room couch/sofa is broken, so sitting on it was a pain-it needs replacement. The lemon tree at the front door needs to be removed. It inhibits entry and is too shaded, so it is covered with Sooty Mildew which gets on clothes as you brush by it. Some nice things to supply would be: Kleenex tissues, napkins and a dish drying rack-for small loads instead of the dishwasher. We travel with our dog, so we appreciated this house being pet friendly. It would be nice to have an area outside that is enclosed for the dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place, needs a little maintenance.
Love the place and it would be a 5 star if the owners would fix a few items, such as sofa/futon, heater/fireplace, ceiling fan and spa. One futon was totally broken, the other was unusably uncomfortable, but didn't really impact us as there were just two of us. For sure does not sleep six without air mattresses!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remove from your list
I was disappointed with property in that several things were not working, the kitchen was very poorly supplied, and I could not find a comfortable place to sit in the entire house. The hot tub did not work, the oven didn't work, the kitchen barely had enough plates and silverware for the two of us. With only one bed, I had expected something else to sleep on that was usable. Both futons were unusable. Since we didn't spend a lot of time in the house we were able to get by, but there is no way this place should be said to hold 6 people. There weren't enough chairs for 6 people and no way that six people could have slept there. You had to step up or down going from every single room into the next room. I felt this was an extremely dangerous situation. Most of the furniture was so low to the floor that it was very difficult getting into or out of them. We had no hot water for the last 3 days we were there and when I called the given number Vacasa I got a recording telling me to leave a message, but the voicemail box was full. All in all it was a very disappointing place to stay. I will admit that it was clean, but incredibly uncomfortable, and I could not recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Cori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for price
Good value for price in this area. Futon in the living room was broken on the left side - not a big deal but not the most comfortable to sit on while watching TV. We were disappointed when told the oven was out of order prior to arriving but pleasantly surprised that it did work - got up to 350 degrees. Really nice to have washer and dryer. Neighborhood was really quiet. Kids enjoyed sleeping on futon in back room. Vacasa was very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our beach trip
Clean and as described. Easy commute to beaches and Fort Bragg. Cute and functional indoor and outdoor space. Kitchen was overall well equipped and a great size. Living room bed & main bedroom were very comfortable, we brought air mattresses for the kids in the back room (where previous reviews noted that the fold out was less comfortable). Small suggestion: for families it would be nice to have a few more small sized or plastic cups (there was mostly large glasses) and a couple more mugs (only 4). Overall we were very happy with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed Spring Break
Kitchen is awesome and fireplace worked well. Futons were good for kids. Location was quiet and nice. We had a good time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Shelly P., Marina, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family traveling
Overall, very nice stay. Loved the location. Just a short walk to sand dunes and wide open spaces. My kids could run and absolutely loved it. So beautiful. Large kitchen and extra warm fireplace. Loved the availability of a washer and dryer. Nice fire pit with wood provided. My only two negatives. The beds aren’t good. The main queen bed was fine for one night, but after the second night my husband and I both had very sore backs. The other two beds are fold out futons. Living room we didn’t use so not sure the comfort level as a bed. But as a couch it was comfortable. The back room futon was extremely uncomfortable for an adult, but fine for a child. There is no cell service, but WiFi is great and there is a house phone. Overall the stay was very nice and would recommend. I would just bring an air mattress if needed. When I booked, the listing advertised access to a hot tub, but when we arrived due to COVID it is not available for use. I called the property manager and they informed me that at the bottom of my confirmation email, scroll past everything at the end in fine print says the hot tub isn’t available. I see now the listing has been changed, but at the time of booking it was not changed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Funky!
Private and isolated. The house has the feel of a do it yourself project. Not bad, just kind of funky. Needs some attention: the interior racks of the dishwasher should be replace; the stove has limitation; there was no spatula in the kitchen (we had to buy our own); the toilet is extremely low flush. All in all we enjoyed our stay. Really liked the backyard fire pit. Loved sitting outside at night and viewing the stars. We don't see them where we live.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
It was great other than the pump went out..these things happen ...no worries
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Joe A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Inaccurate description- needs major appliance replacement
The oven doesn’t work above 350’, the oven door opens 1/3 of the way and when you go to open it far enough to reach into the oven for a hot pan you better hold tight because it will slam down on your toes ;the auto ignition on the stove tops don’t work( they did supply a butane lighter), two of the stove tops knobs were half melted and the second one from the right was broken - the bottom rack of the dishwasher didn’t seem to fit, at least it didn’t roll in and out easily and the front left wheel kept popping off. The flapper valve on the toilet doesn’t seat properly and I had to lift the lid and reseat it several times over the course of the 3 day stay. My wife and I stayed Friday nite thru Monday morning -if I had reserved it for a full week with family (as we were considering for next spring) we would have asked for a refund and moved to a hotel by Sunday morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Terry P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hot Tub was unuseable
We arrived and all looked well. That evening when we were going to used the hot tub we noticed that it had a lot of sand in it. We were unable to use it. I sent a message that evening and the reply said they were sorry. I sent another message a two days later. When I spoke to the property manager she asked why this is the first time she heard about the issue. So, I sent her a screen shot showing her that I sent a message the day we got there. Back and forth texting and calling took up time and due to the location we did not have cell phone service and that made it even more difficult. Was told someone would be out the following day, then told that they would have to drain hot tub and is an all day process. Was told that we would be returned the deposit for the hot tub and amount for inconvenience of not using the hot tub. It would of been nice to have this issue addressed sooner instead of the day before we were getting ready to leave. There were a few other thing but won't even go there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Keith & Amiee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Great hidden gem and perfect for the pups first time to the beach. Comfortable and cozy cottage that had enough room for the 2 of us plus puppy. Would definately look into staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

marie o.

Amazing
It the best quiet. Clean. The property manager and Mike are the best. That you Marie odom
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth Z.

Sand Dollar
We has a great time. The place was private and beautiful. However, the hot tub was very dirty, and the toilet backed up and was unusable our last day. There was not Internet or phone service, it Said there was a land line but the number was disconnected. It's the little things. Other than that it was very cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

Quiet and Peaceful
The place was really nice, but a few things could of been better. There was dirt and a used band-aid in the hot tub so we didn't use it The Futon in the "Sunroom" really needs a mattress pad They can easily repair or replace the oven.. Other than that its a really nice place, quite and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019