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Sandpiper House Inn
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  • Inn Details

    The Sandpiper House Inn is the most Intimate, Romantic Inn on the Mendocino Coast. It has a "serene location" at the edge of rugged bluffs above Greenwood Cove, with magnificent views of off-shore rock formations, wave-hewn tunnels, caves and the Pacific Ocean. A cottage garden surrounds the house and continues to the edge of the cliffs where a series of walkways and steps lead to a private deck just made for whale-watching. You can look down to a private beach in the cove below that is accessible from another location. Greenwood State Beach is just a short walk away. The local art gallery and museum will pique your interest as you learn about our local artists and the history of the past in this little town with two names, Elk and Greenwood!

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Cooking and baking, swimming, hiking, kayaking, museum studies, dogs, motorcycles & hot-rods.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Ambiance

    • Engish Country Gardens w/ponds

    • Private Ocean Front

    • Romance and kissing

    • Ultimate Relaxation

    • Whale Watching

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Internet Service

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wi-Fi

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    Evergreen

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $235/$275

    One of the most romantic suites in the Inn with its canopied heavenly bed and cloud-soft down comforter. Enjoy the cozy and intimate fireplace and the incredible views from your own private deck. The French doors overlook the beautiful English gardens and the blue Pacific. A secluded pathway leads out to the bluff overlooking the magical Greenwood Cove, St. Anthony's Point and its special caves.

    Headlands

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $225/$265

    This spacious ocean-front King-sized suite has its own double soaking tub, spacious bathroom and cozy fireplace and even a grandfather clock. French doors lead out to your own private patio,the pretty English garden and the beautiful views of the ocean, the Greenwood Cove, the magical caves and St. Anthony's Point. Even the Inn's little bunnies come out to visit the gardens and the guests.

    Weston

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $195/$240

    A breathtaking panoramic view of Greenwood Cove and Point Arena Lighthouse in the distance enhanced by the English gardens below brings guests back to this room again and again. The suite is not the largest in the Inn but the view is the most spectacular. The very comfortable King bed with its cloud-soft down comforter and the cozy fireplace make this an incredible room in which to watch the brilliant red sunsets over St. Anthony's Point. At nightfall the moonlight dances over the waves and in the morning you can watch the incredible ocean's waves wash over the magical rocks of Greenwood Cove

    Clifton

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $170/$230

    The charm of the large bay window overlooks the beautiful ocean views, the fantastic English Gardens and the two garden ponds. Enjoy the comfortable arm chairs in the Bay Window and cozy-up to the romantic fireplace or enjoy the view from your heavenly King-sized bed with its cloud-soft down comforter. You'll enjoy one of the most unforgettable ocean views on the Mendocino Coast from the Clifton.

    Woodland Rose

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$175

    In 1916 the Woodland Rose was the original Master Suite. The room faces the tranquil, pastoral views of the meadows and coastal foothills of Greenwood Ridge. Step back in time in this charming spacious room offering the romance of a perfect fireplace, sitting area and beautiful antique furnishings. This spacious room has a private bathroom and an incredibly comfortable King-sized bed and cloud-soft down comforter.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Deposit amount required: one night's lodging for 1 night or 50% deposit for 3 or more nights.

    • Cancellations: At least 7 days notice of cancellation for each room reserved. If you have reserved 2 or more rooms then a 10 day notice of cancellation in advance of your arrival date is required. With early departure or cancellation of any of the reserved dates with less than 7 or 10 days notice you will be charged for those nights that we cannot re-rent the rooms.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Yes

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • 4 nights paid the 5th night is free.
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 1

    • AAA
      Percent off: 10%

    • Sr. Discount
      Percent off: 10%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Gourmet Breakfast

    • Time Served: 8:30 am

    • Serving location: Take a picnic basket to the Point, Breakfast Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate

    Signature Dish

    California Fresh Omelettes by Curtis
    Fresh Omelettes with the freshest ingredients...omelettes made to order with fresh basil, fine aged cheddar cheese, asparagus, red onions,and a sprinkling of spinach or what's in season. Cooked to perfection...

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Choice of Foods

    • Hors d'oeuvres

    • Lunch and Dinner by request

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  • Location Type

    • Beachside

    • Oceanside

    • Small town

    • Village

    • Wine country

    City

    • Mendocino

    • Distance to city: 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Highway 101 take the Cloverdale Exit West on Highway 128 until you come to the junction of Highway 1 and 128 at the Navarro River Bridge. Take a left turn at Highway 1 and drive south approximately 5 miles to our Inn at 5520 South Highway 1, Elk.

    Airport

    • San Francisco, CA (SFO)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Golf Course is close by

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    Four Great Nights at the Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I'm not sure why some people who review this property can be so negative. We spent 4 nights ending 2/10/12. The Innkeeper, Curtis, was a great guy, fabulous cook and very helpful with any request. The room, The Clifton, had a very comfortable bed and an outstanding ocean and garden view. It was warm and clean. We toured the other rooms and found them to be very nice as well. Only room we would probably not want to stay in is the pet friendly room as it doesn't have as nice a view. The internet connection worked well (always important to us) and we felt totally at home in this house. Keep up the good work Curtis. Brent & Laura

    Sandpiperhouse Inn

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this B&B, the first we have visited. The location is stunningly beautiful and the gardens are very charming. The term "shabby-chic" fits the Inn's interior. While the building needs major work, our room was comfortable and clean. The breakfast was outstanding, but not much can be said for the other advertised treats. A laid-back attitude, reflective of the North Coast, dominated, so those seeking top-notch service and amenities might be disappointed. The town of Elk is very small and quiet this time of year, which could be a plus or a minus, Not many restaurant choices, especially during the week. But no traffic or crowds, either.

    Sandpiper House Weekend

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The view was incredible. The rooms were very nice. The town does not have much in it so to dine you have to drive about a half hour away. There is only one little store with hardly anything in it and the prices are outrageous. The drive is very slow and very windy so if you get car sick easy its not recommended. There are little trails behind the house that are great picture opportunites. My husband and I had a great stay and would definitely go back. The offer did include snacks that night and we did not end up getting those. I'm not sure what happened. We asked the guy about it and he confirmed that they were included. The room was very quaint. So quaint in fact that it did not have a phone and our cells didn't get service. So there is not great communication.

    Delicious Breakfast

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We were ridiculously excited about our trip to Mendocino, and the Sandpiper House Inn was a really wonderful place to stay. The beds are big and comfy and the breakfast was fantastic. We had dinner one night at Greenwood Pier which is just down the street, and I believe owned by the same folks. That was fantastic too.

    Refreshing!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We had a wonder time. Quaint Garden room. Comfy bed,cozy fire place, AMAZING view. THANK YOU CURTIS!

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