Family-friendly holiday rentals in Mendocino County

Our family absolutely loves Michael’s house in Lakeport! It has become our yearly tradition to stay a week right after school let’s put. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind if you love bass and catfishing! The house is so comfortable and spacious. This house truly is a wonderful place to stay and visit!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was clean, very comfortable, with a great view, wood burning fireplace we were allowed to use, comfortable beds, and a hot tub. The kitchen was extremely well appointed with everything we needed to fix meals, including a comprehensive spice rack.

Denise is a fantastic host. Not only is the place gorgeous and accessible, but the amenities are top notch. She's very responsive and accommodating to any of our requests. We celebrated our one year anniversary here after having a great time last year and this could very well be an annual thing, it's very special to us. Hands down, must stay. Thanks for everything Denise!

This coastal home was truly magical—perched right by the ocean with stunning views of the sunset and night sky. The house itself is beautifully designed, with so much love and care evident in every detail. It felt warm, peaceful, and thoughtfully put together. Ted was a fantastic host—very responsive and proactive, even informing us about a PG&E power outage that we didn’t even feel thanks to the battery backup. I would absolutely recommend this home to anyone looking for a serene and unforgettable stay.

Jen's place was absolutely wonderful. We've stayed in many airbnb's & this is our favorite. The views are literally jaw dropping. The listing pictures are beautiful but don't even do justice to the views. Her home was very comfortable with great linen blend comforters, soft cotton/flannel sheets. The hot tub heats up well to a perfect temperature with an exterior door right beside to the shower. The master bath had wonderful rose scented lotion that I already found online & had some sent to myself! We enjoyed open windows listening to the waves crash below. The full kitchen was well appointed with everything including a hand written pancake recipe on the inside pantry wall & waffle iron as nice touches. Did I mention the views of the ocean from the kitchen too while cooking?! So quiet, peaceful and lots of natural light with all the winows. We enjoyed the wood stove as well. We hope to be back ! Thanks so much Jen & Miles for having us in your gorgeous home! Holly & Jerome Segal

The beautiful pictures and glowing reviews for this listing were a primary reason why we chose to book, and the reality absolutely met our expectations. My boyfriend and I just spent almost a week here to rejuvenate and unplug, and it was the perfect place to do so. We felt an immediate shift in energy upon arriving at this very serene and magical property. It was just as lovely as previous commenters have stated. We didn't have the pleasure of meeting Marykate, but her son conducted our check-in and was so friendly and kind and made us feel comfortable and welcomed. We had total privacy but still felt our needs were being taken care of. Everything was also so thoughtfully considered and supplied. Absolutely LOVED the beautiful and adorable free-range chickens. It was so peaceful and therapeutic to see them roaming around. Such a special place. It was a sad day when we had to leave, and I hope we will be back soon.

Our stay at the Cliff House at Otter Point was absolutely magical. It was a truly wonderful experience from beginning to end. The home was spotless, beautifully designed, and stocked with everything we needed. We cooked all our meals there and found the kitchen fully equipped and easy to use. Every room was comfortable and inviting, but what really took our breath away were the incredible views and the peaceful neighborhood. From the private bluff and through every window, we watched deer grazing in the front yard, geese flying overhead, eagles soaring, and seals playing in the ocean below — it felt like living inside a nature documentary. Communication with the hosts was excellent. They handled a minor fireplace issue immediately and so smoothly that it didn’t interrupt our trip at all. We can’t recommend this home enough and are already looking forward to returning time and time again. A truly stunning and unforgettable place!

Thank you for having us! My kiddos loved being able to walk to a great beach and enjoyed the hot tub.

This is a gem! Close to downtown, yet quiet and secluded location. It was easy to get to and had everything you need for a short stay. We would love to stay here again if we are in the area. Thank you Raul and Amy.

The place is fabulous so clean with beautiful views everywhere. We didn’t want to leave. Lisa is an amazing hostess and wonderful person. I will definitely go again.

Oh my gosh, how to say how much we loved this cottage! What a dream. It's the homey, delightful place that's full of charming items and decor that are authentic, not kitsch. And it comes with Brutus the tiny pooch, who makes his nightly rounds making sure all meets with his approval! The setting is breathtaking, with a forest right outside the door, massive trees, fallen logs, a pretty field beyond. Kay is right across the yard; if you need anything she's right there. If not, she leaves you be to have your own space and time. This is close to everything but it really is a separate world. We had just a few precious days, and chose to spend almost all of them just enjoying books and naps. Just fabulous. Grab it if you can - I can see why the opportunity is rare!

Lovely cabin, a little out of town, next to a wonderful area of trails. Had a great time. The pellet stove was a little intimidating at first but then I realized how simple it was. It’ll be cold in the cabin in the morning, but that just makes the big comfy bed feel that much cozier. We couldn’t have been happier there.

We were a party of 7: 5 adults, 2 children, 3 generations. Everyone enjoyed the place. It was a short walk to the Anchor Bay Campground beach as well as a short drive to other beaches. The house was comfortable and furnished well. We enjoyed the selection of games and the hot tub. We all agreed that we would rebook in the future. Kitchen was well furnished. There were blankets in case someone was chilly. Beach towels were furnished. Hot Tub worked for 4 adults. Any questions we had were quickly answered, including where the pillows and comforters were from...we all wanted to know.

This was our second time staying at Carla’s home. We absolutely love it, and it feels like home away from home. The house is spacious and has plenty of seating for large family getaways. Our dogs had tons of space to walk, lay, and run around outside. To be honest, Carla’s home is soooo comfy, I have a hard time getting up to get dressed and go sightseeing, cuz I feel soo relaxed, hahaha We are looking forward to staying at Carla’s again in the near future, and would love to make it our yearly getaway location stay. Thank you Carla!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mara's Air Bnb. The home was spotlessly clean, spacious, and peaceful. Beautiful plants and flowers inside and outside. When Mara learned that we planned to visit the Mendocino Botanical Gardens, she generously offered us some free tickets that she had. The gardens were so close by and very lovely. We needed to wash some clothes, so we really appreciated that the home had a washer and dryer (plus complimentary laundry soap). We would definitely stay here again if we are in the area.

The property is beautiful. My two kids (2 and 4) loved wandering the grounds, saying hi to the goats, chickens, and dogs. The guesthouse is very well kept and kitchen had everything we needed. My husband and I agreed it's one of the nicer Airbnbs we have stayed at. We will definitely be back!

WorldMark, is one of the best places to stay at clear lake, we had a nice view of the lake, the unit was very clean and smelling good, the fishing was amazing 👍🏾. Looking forward to next year.

Beautiful house and location. Maria also shared a bottle from Testa winery which was delicious! The kids had a great time in the pool.

Had a wonderful time for my Bachelorette Party. Beautiful location and amenities were great.

We loved our stay at the Verona house. The surroundings were beautiful and peaceful while still being close enough to convenient places like a grocery store, Costco, a local art museum, and a delicious Thai restaurant. The pool was clean and so fun for our kids, and the kitchen had plenty of pans, pots, coffee and tea gadgets for cooking at home. My favorite part was eating dinner outdoors on the deck—beautiful views and we were able to watch the sunset each night. Wonderful stay for large families or groups of friends!

Place was great and staff was pleasant! Tawny was super responsive and understanding. The pool there is awesome! The only thing is that the lake is not very good for swimming and there is no close access to it. I should have read more about Clearlake.

Our stay was wonderful. The house had plenty of room for everyone. We had all the amenities of home plus a fantastic view and swimming pool for the hot afternoons. It was very relaxing. Overall the home was great. Becky was fantastic and had food waiting for us upon arrival. Not having to worry about cooking on check-in day was a blessing after our 11 hour drive. She is a wonderful host and genuinely wants you to have an enjoyable stay. I appreciate all her hard work preparing for our arrival. This was our first time staying at this house but we are frequent visitors to Clearlake so I would definitely stay here again.

This was a great place. I loved the environment, it was peaceful and serene. I liked the house and all the little accommodations. I highly recommend this rental.

A Perfectly Peaceful Escape at Island in the Sky We had a truly wonderful stay at Island in the Sky. The property is peaceful and stunning, with incredible views and one of the most comfortable beds we’ve ever slept in. The owners—who also run the winery—are warm, welcoming, and full of great stories. The private wine tasting felt personal and special, and they went above and beyond by setting us up for a perfect evening BBQ. They were also amazing with our dog, Akela, who loved exploring the space. Highly recommend for couples looking for a quiet, meaningful getaway—just make sure your pup is well-mannered, as this is a working farm.