This cottage places you within a 5-minute walk of Ridgewood Ranch and Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation. The cottage includes a kitchenette, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 53 min drive - 47.3 miles
Skunk Train - 54 min drive - 48.6 miles
Glass Beach - 59 min drive - 49.3 miles
Restaurants
The Munchery - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Burger King - 11 min drive
Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Thai Kitchen - 9 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.
Historic Cottage at Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit
Unwind in Willits at this charming cottage attached to the Historic Carriage House at Ridgewood Ranch. With WiFi, heating, and AC, guests can stay connected and comfortable. Enjoy the beauty of Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit. The cottage's one bathroom with a bathtub provides a pleasant space to relax after a day of exploring.
Enjoy a sabbatical for a season with long-term discount. Ridgewood Ranch is the perfect tranquil environment to take some time for yourself. Please contact us for more details on the opportunity we have to offer. We look forward to helping you create the perfect stay.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and local meal delivery service.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Bicycles
Farming classes
Garden
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Pets
This property welcomes pets
3 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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: 4:00 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.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this cottage?
This cottage in Willits is within a 10-minute walk of Ridgewood Ranch and Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is there a spa available at this cottage?
Spa services at the cottage include massages.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is Historic Cottage at Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include access to a chef, a kitchenette, and a meal delivery service.
Does Historic Cottage at Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit have a hot tub?
No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Historic Cottage at Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit?
Yes, every accommodation at Historic Cottage at Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit comes with a balcony.
Reviews
Historic Cottage at Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gary P.
Oct 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was warm, cute, and quiet. We enjoyed our night, but felt strange on the property. It would have been nice to have a note telling us if we could walk around, as we had hoped to do that. Enjoyed the cottage and the pleasant view.
Gary P.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
2/10 Terrible
Richard L.
Oct 3, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Complete joke. Video of property over sells the property.50 years of deferred maintenance. Would not recommend to anyone. We have stayed at two Verbo properties that were outstanding. This one was a shock. The one picture of the "cottage" is deceiving. Verbo should require the owners of properties to provide multiple pictures so traverlers do not get blindsided.
Richard L.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie K.
Aug 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Carriage Cottage was charming and perfectly decorated with Seabiscuit's memories. The stud barn museum was a wonderful way to truly understand the history of the ranch. Great time as we celebrated our 57th anniversary. Thank you!
Julie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nikki M.
Aug 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stars at night and waking up to see the horses in the pasture was delightful.
Nikki M.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marjorie R.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was quaint, quiet and charming! Very cute inside and the bed was super comfy! Dawn, the host, was great to work with. Seabiscuit's stud barn was informative. Being attached to the carriage house was a neat bonus. Best part was being able to see all the stars in the darkness.
Marjorie R.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
William P.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Seabiscuit
The property was all about the legendary horse Seabiscuit. 16 Thousand acres of horse property, produce farming and wide open spaces with amazing views. The internet was out all 3 days I was there which was inconvenient because I was there to look at property in the area.The room I stayed in was fairly small with a tiny refrigerator, so a longer stay really would be hard to navigate with food and beverages. There's just no place to put food. Also a T.V. would be nice, especially with no internet connection.Also you are in the middle of a community of homes and some apartments with lots of residents and ranch workers. There was one resident who walked by my room several times a day to make sure my dogs were on a leash and saying several times "there are rules here". The room had a nice deck and my dogs and I sat outside a watch the sunset and this is when the resident actually walked onto the deck and complained about the dogs not being on a leash.I guess there's always one of those, and I got the feeling he didn't like the fact that there was a VRBO in his neighborhood.
William P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Jane M.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Room cute and clean.Bathroom had NO grab bar in tub.We had to purchase a rubber mat to stay safe.Otherwise, everything satisfactory.
Jane M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Seabiscuit history
Stud barn was interesting and informative. Carriage house was very quaint, clean, and private.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie P.
Jan 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and relaxing place to stay!
This place was great, just what we needed. It rained must of the time, but we still loved it. The carriage house was a fun bonus. There is plenty to do around the area, with great food options in Willits, not to mention the home of Seabiscuit!