Walk to Mendocino Village, Headlands and Big River Beach — move-in ready cottage retreat.
Estimate anchored to the listed price ($879k) and AVM ($868k). Adjusted for coastal Mendocino premium, large ~0.93-acre lot, detached studio and move-in-ready condition. No live comparable sales search performed.
This classic Mendocino cottage delivers authentic coastal character, generous outdoor acreage and practical outbuildings within an easy walk of Mendocino Village. Set on approximately .93 acres, the 1933 home (approx. 1,482 sq ft) feels larger than its footprint thanks to high ceilings, hardwood floors and multiple sunny decks that expand living into the garden. The living spaces flow simply and comfortably: two bedrooms, a full marble-tiled bath, a separate half-bath and a bright solarium that connects indoor and outdoor life.
Outside, the property reads as both a private retreat and a working garden. Long-term plantings, mature beds and a greenhouse/workshop shed provide productive outdoor space; a covered carport offers protected parking. A detached 10' x 12' studio—built for art, music, meditation or a focused home office—gives you creative flexibility without disrupting the main house. Unique touches include an outdoor clawfoot tub and shower for that unmistakable coastal feel.
Location is a major draw: stroll to Mendocino’s shops, galleries and acclaimed restaurants, and to the Headlands State Park trails that run along the bluff. Big River and the beach are close enough for daily walks and waterside sunsets. The property is move-in ready yet offers upside for buyers who want to enhance systems, expand outdoor living, or apply for permitted accessory dwelling uses (verify with county and coastal regulations).
Whether you’re searching for a primary home with immediate village access or a second-home retreat that guests will book in the summer, this property strikes a rare balance of character, usable land and coastal convenience. Showings are easy—call listing agent Peter White for appointments and details.
10901 Gurley Ln, Mendocino, CA 95460
Mendocino Village is an intimate coastal community known for its galleries, restaurants, B&Bs and dramatic bluff-top views. The neighborhood around Gurley Lane is residential and quiet, with easy access to state park trails and beachside recreation. The tempo here leans toward outdoor living, arts, and small-town hospitality—properties that provide both privacy and walkability are highly prized.
Immediate access to Headlands State Park trails, bluff overlooks and Big River Beach makes this property exceptionally well-located for coastal recreation, walking, kayaking and photography.
Mendocino’s coastal market is driven by lifestyle demand and limited inventory. Small cottages within walking distance of Mendocino Village and coastal parks command premiums relative to inland county values. Median prices on the coast are higher than county averages, and well-presented cottages on larger lots sell quickly during active selling months. Expect a buyer pool made up of owner-occupants, second-home buyers and lifestyle buyers; typical market behavior shows seasonal acceleration in late spring and summer. With a list price of $879,000, this home is competitively positioned for buyers seeking immediate occupancy and rare village-adjacent acreage.
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