John Dougherty House

  • Inn Details

    Offering luxurious country style, tremendous ocean views, and gorgeous English gardens, the John Dougherty House is the epitome of seaside comfort and charm. Our location in the heart of the Mendocino Village enables you to forget the car and walk to restaurants, shops, parks, the theatre, or galleries. Watch an osprey soar from your private deck, relax to the sounds of the waves, or stroll out to the rugged cliffs.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    Property Noted For:

    • Beautiful Gardens

    • Excellent views

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    On Site:

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • Quite Historic District Location

    • New Jet Tub Rooms

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  • Captain's Room

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $275/$225

    One of Mendocino's best view rooms, featuring a private upstairs verandah with a spectacular view of the ocean, bay and village. A wood burning stove, and a deep soaking tub to soak away the stresses of a fast paced life.

    Water Tower

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $175/$150

    The historic water tower has an 18 foot beamed ceiling above Queen Size bed and hand stencilled walls. A sitting area with a woodburning stove provides a cozy place to curl up with a book.

    First Mate's Room

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $150/$130

    Located in the historic house; featuring hand stencilled walls, pine antique furniture and a village view.

    Starboard

    Maximum Capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $250/$210

    A recently remodeled two-room suite at the bottom of the garden with a gas fireplace, separate sitting room and verandah, both with a partial ocean view. The south facing rooms are light and airy with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy your visit.

    Kit's Cabin

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $175/$150

    A cozy rustic cottage in the garden, with a woodburing firestove, and Queen Size bed. The view of the garden and the hundred year old cedar tree from the private patio make this one of our most popular rooms.

    Port

    Maximum Capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $250/$210

    Another recently remodeled two-room suite at the bottom of the garden with a separate sitting room and verandah, gas fireplace and a partial ocean view. The south facing verandah is sheltered from the wind and is super for sunning even when the weather is cool.

    Osprey

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $275/$225

    Spacious and bright with a large spa tub and commanding views of the bay.

    Raven

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $275/$225

    Stylish and spacious with tremendous ocean views and a romantic spa tub.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 to 6:00 PM    Check Out: 11:00 AM

    • Minimum Stay: Two nights on weekends and three on holiday weekends

    • Deposit Amount Required: A one nights’ room deposit including tax is due upon making the reservation and secures any 1–4 night reservation. A two nights’ deposit including tax is required for stays greater than 4 nights (5+). The remainder of the payment (room rate, plus tax) is due at check-out. We accept Visa, MasterCard, cash, and personal checks with ID. Room rates posted are subject to availability and can change without prior notice.

    • Cancellations: If you wish to cancel your reservation we must receive notice no later than 7 days prior to your date of arrival. If your reservation falls on a holiday we must receive notice 14 days prior to your date of arrival. Cancellations given prior to 7 or 14 days will have the deposit refunded minus a $30 administrative fee. Cancellations within 7 or 14 days of arrival will forfeit the deposit and may be liable for the entire amount of original reservation.

    • Open All Year Round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: Y

    • Children Allowed: 12 years and over

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Time Served: 9am to 10am

    • Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area


    Signature Dish

    English Scones
    Old English Family Scones


    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Coffee and Tea Service

  • Location Type

    • Beachside

    • Village


    City

    • Fort Bragg

    • Distance to city: 10 miles

    • Directions to property:


    Airport

    • San Francisco, CA (SFO) 175 miles


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Performing Theater

    • River

    • Winery

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Ocean sports

    • Shopping

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    Write A Review

    Loved the Sausage Rolls

    • Stayed On: 10 / 2007
    • Reviewed On: 7/28/2008

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I stayed here for one night back in October 2007 in the water tower room. The bed was very... Read more...


    Great Gardens!

    • Stayed On: 6 / 2007
    • Reviewed On: 1/24/2008

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    This was our 1st stay in Mendocino. The room was nice, a little cottage detached form the main... Read more...


    Amazing garden!

    • Stayed On: 10 / 2007
    • Reviewed On: 10/18/2007

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    The JD House was great- we stayed in Kit's Cabin & loved the privacy. The staff was helpful... Read more...


    Literally the BEST!

    • Stayed On: 5 / 2006
    • Reviewed On: 4/30/2007

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My husband and I stayed here on our Honeymoon last May. The Inn keeper was the best, the breakfast... Read more...


    Magical Place!

    • Stayed On: 7 / 2006
    • Reviewed On: 3/1/2007

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    • Services 
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    My husband and I stayed here over July 4th and what a magical place it was. The rooms are unique,... Read more...


  • Innkeeper(s)Damien Wood & Andrew Hindman
  • EmailContact Innkeeper
  • Phone +1-707-937-5266
    +1-800-486-2104
  • Address 571 Ukiah Street
    Mendocino, CA 95460
    USA
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