Mendocino Magic - Private retreat center and vacation rentals

Surrounded by forest, Mendocino Magic provides a private, sprawling location of natural beauty, just a few miles from hway 101. The property is a former logging camp, untouched by commercialism. It is ideal for group retreats, private camping with amenities, and a get-away by the week or weekend for up to 10 in our Main Lodge.

Main Lodge
Our main residence spanning 2400 sq. feet is often used for indoor group meetings. The cathedral two-story vaulted living room (with piano),can accommodate up to 10 sleeping, with dining and meeting space on the large adjacent deck. The master bedroom sleeps 2 in the high-ceiling bedroom in a beautiful antique queen poster bed and full private bath with tub and bidet. The second bedroom, called the “bunk room” sleep 6 or more. The main house has a well-appointed kitchen with dishwasher, gas stove/oven, full fridge, blender, toaster, microwave, utensils/cookware and dining setups (cutlery, dishes, glasses). The Main House has a second full bath on the main floor.Outdoor deck includes a standard size propane barbecue and outdoor furniture. A bonus room is the ‘Game Parlor” with a full size pool table, a swap-a-book library and board games.

Jennifer Cottage
A three minute walk from the Emerson Lodge and a reach out and touch view of Jennifer Pond…and ready for fishing off Jennifer’s deck! Jennifer is a 1200 sq. ft. cottage which includes three bedrooms, each stepping out of French doors on to the cottage deck. Two bedrooms offer queen size beds, and the third bedroom includes a set of twin beds. Jennifer includes one full bath and a well-appointed kitchen with small appliances, utensils and eating setups for 8. There is a propane barbecue on the Jennifer deck, with outdoor table and seating.

The Arbor
Madrone and Madera Suites:
The original owner’s private residence, these duo suites are a three minute walk from Jennifer Cottage, and are the closest accommodations to the lanai and stage. They each include a well-proportioned bedroom with queen bed, and private bath. Madera includes a living room, dining room with piano and large kitchen with dishwasher. Madrone Suite offers a living room with stone fireplace, mid-size kitchen, and eating deck with barbecue off the living room. Each suite includes kitchen utensils, cookware, and dining sets ups for 6.

The Gate House:
A sweet church-like residence as you enter the property’s main gate, The Gate House is approximately 1200 square feet, and offers a great floor plan with two bedrooms, one outfitted with a queen bed, and the 2nd bedroom with a set of twin beds.. The Gate House includes a full kitchen with dishwasher, electric range and fridge, and in-kitchen eating area. The living room is well appointed with a pot belly stove and pull-out couch for two extras! Amenities include dining set ups for 6, cookware, and full bath with tub.

Party Lanai:
30ft by 60ft.covered eating area, this entertainment hub includes a traditional southwestern style in-ground pig-roasting/BBQ spit, double restaurant sink, four burner wolf range on propane, and bar. The Party Lanai is ideal for serving meals in conjunction with entertainment at the stage.

The Arbor Stage:
40’X 40’, the stage is cooled and covered by a canopy of arching and graceful madrone trees. There is an electrical sub panel at the stage. Please discuss amperage needs for your specific sound equipment.

For the nature lovers who want to share a nightly canopy of a million stars, enjoy a protected camp site overlooking one of many clear water ponds. Tents set up near the Mill Pond allow proximity to the bathrooms and shower at the comfort stations as well as to the bathrooms, showers and kitchen of the main house. Remember California is bear and fire country! Be prepared to observe regular camping rules. Check rates for campsites.