This vacation home places you next to California Coastal National Monument and within a 5-minute walk of Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
California Coastal National Monument - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
B. Bryan Preserve - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles
Irish Beach - 22 min drive - 11.4 miles
Manchester Beach - 24 min drive - 8.5 miles
Getting around
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 142 min drive
Restaurants
‪The Record - ‬11 min drive
‪Cove Coffee And Tackle - ‬14 min drive
‪Point Arena Pizza - ‬15 min drive
‪Pier Place - ‬14 min drive
‪Sign of the Whale - ‬11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage
The 154 year old Light Station is a 23 acre gem on the rugged and remote Mendocino Coast in Northern California. Home to the 115' tall Lighthouse Tower, 1896 Fog Signal Building Museum and Light Station Store and our 7 vacation cottages and studios. Surrounded on 3 sides by the Pacific Ocean and on the 4th by the Point Arena-Stornetta Unit of the California Coastal National Monument, the Light Station offers the most unique lodging option on the Mendocino Coast. Watch for migrating gray and humpback whales, enjoy the resident harbor seals bobbing in the water, watch the various seabirds fly by and marvel at the ever changing skies, waves and views. Stay with us and you will get unlimited access to the Indoor and Outdoor Museums and Tower Tours up the tallest Lighthouse on the Pacific Coast. Make us your base of operations for exploring the many fascinating and unique sites nearby.
This 2 bedroom, 2 bath cottage is a beautifully furnished home with 2 King bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. All the mattresses are memory foam and very comfortable. You are welcome to use the picnic table on your private patio outside of the kitchen and dining room. The home comfortably accommodates up to 4 people and the kitchen is stocked accordingly. The Pacific Ocean is out your front and back doors, the coastal mountain range and Manchester State Beach are just to the east and you are only a few steps away from the Point Arena Lighthouse and Museum. You also have a driveway that can accommodate 2 cars parked in line, and plenty of parking just across the road.
Visit our Light Station Store and Indoor Museum, housed in the historic 1896 Fog Signal Building and containing the original 1st Order Fresnel lens from the 1908 Tower, anytime between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. daily (4:30 p.m. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day). Tours of the Lighthouse Tower can be arranged by checking with the Light Station Store Associate at the store counter. Tours are conducted around every 20 minutes with the first Tour at 10:15 a.m. and the last around 4 p.m. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, 3 p.m. the rest of the year. Chocolates and a complimentary bottle of Husch wine await you on the dining room table.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Limited housekeeping is available.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 step to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
No elevator (single-level property)
Null
Single level property
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Bed sheets changed on request
Double-glazed windows
Garden
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Recycling
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Some LED lighting used
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 800 square feet
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Property is also known as
42904
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home in Point Arena is within a 10-minute walk of Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum and California Coastal National Monument. You'll also find B. Bryan Preserve and Point Arena City Hall within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage?
As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage on Nov 2, 2026 start from $514, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available on site at Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage?
Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.
Does Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.
Does Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage?
Yes, every house at Point Arena Lighthouse - Humpback Whale Cottage comes with a patio.
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