Cozy Mendocino Coast cottage - pet friendly!

Fort Bragg, CA, United States

3 guests
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom

Relax and unwind in the peaceful Willow Cottage. Cozy two bedroom cottage, conveniently located in between Mendocino and Fort Bragg; close to all the Mendocino Coast has to offer. Our sweet cottage welcomes you with a living/dining room space, one king bedroom and one twin bedroom. Nicely equipped kitchen with full sized appliances, cozy wood stove (wood provided), smart TV and strong wifi. Desk space in the twin bedroom provides privacy for working at home options.

Good to know

The cottage sits on 40 acres of private forest, accessed through a private, automatic gate. Drive time to both Fort Bragg and Mendocino is less than 10 minutes. The cottage is located near to the main home of the property, but is entirely separate with its own parking space, entrance and large back yard area with patio and fire pit. There are two separate bedrooms. The master has a king sized luxury Heavenly® bed, and enjoys a spectacular view over the pond and trees from the 7' patio doors. The patio is an idyllic sunny space to relax and enjoy the birdsong and forest. The second bedroom has a cute, built in cabin twin bed, also with a large picture window to enjoy the tree views. There is a spacious desk area for private working space options. The living/dining room has a warm wood stove (wood is provided) and comfortable sofa and chair and dining table. The smart TV and strong wifi offer good streaming options. The original cabin kitchen is fully equipped with full sized fridge, gas stove and microwave. The bathroom has a large walk in shower and modern vanity. Please note that the master bedroom is accessed through the bathroom, a quirk of the cottage! The cottage also offers a washer and dryer for guest use. The outside space is expansive, overlooking the pond and forest beyond. Licence #136161.

Other Details to Note

Willow Cottage @ Barte Woods has a long history, and has been expanded four times by the three generations of family that have stewarded the property since 1933. This means there are different levels and steps within the cottage. Please note this if any guest has mobility issues. The cottage is also close to a pond. Please be aware of this if booking with toddlers or young children. The pond is not fenced and at least 6' deep in parts. One dog is allowed, subject to an extra fee, but dogs must be kept on leash at all times and not left in the cottage unattended. Dogs must be friendly with other dogs as there is a golden retriever who lives in the neighboring house, which is located about 50’ away.

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets

Family

  • Children's tableware
  • Crib
  • High chair

Heating and cooling

  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • Fire pit

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

Guest Access

Guest access is via a lockbox.

Find us

Fort Bragg, CA, United States

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Reviews

Katherine
July 2025 · Airbnb
Great spot with an ideal layout for a toddler who sleeps lightly -- the second bedroom doesn't share any walls with the bathroom or primary bedroom. Yay for being able to stay up later without disturbing the kiddo. We enjoyed walking the trails (manageable with a stroller) and much to our toddler's delight, even saw some deer and jackrabbits.
Lynne
June 2025 · Airbnb
Plenty of space for three adults and an Aussie Sheppard in this cozy cottage located along the California coast between Fort Bragg and Mendocino. Responsive communication, accurate directions, and a personal welcome made check-in a breeze. Both bedrooms had plenty of storage space, extremely comfortable beds, and lots of natural light with views of the surrounding gardens and coastal woodlands. The well-stocked kitchen made food storage and meal prep easy. A large picnic table, fire pit, and several other outdoor seating areas were perfect for having meals outside while playing in the back yard with our dog and watching a pair of nesting Osprey. A oversized loveseat, table for three, and access to wifi made evenings inside enjoyable. Jo and Ed were excellent hosts, responsive to our needs, and provided helpful local recommendations...the Botanical Gardens which we would have otherwise skipped was a perfect end to our visit! Highly recommend booking a stay in this cozy cottage.
Shruti
December 2024 · Airbnb
Loved our stay at Jo’s place. The cottage itself was cute and cost. The grounds around were breathtaking and we want to go back in summer to spend more time outside. The night sky was gorgeous and a lot of tiny hikes connected to the cottage. Jo was very hospitable and took time to say hi to us in person. Very centrally located in Fort Bragg but still felt remote which was lovely! We also met Jo’s adorable dog sunny! The place is dog friendly and our puppy loved it too 😊.
Janet
July 2024 · Airbnb
Totally loved staying in Willow Cottage in the middle of this beautiful forest. Ed and Jo are wonderful hosts. They live nearby but never intruded. Getting into Willow Cottage was easy. It's driving distance between Mendocino and Fort Bragg where there are excellent restaurants and parks. Lots of hiking --and beautiful beaches to walk on and gaze at. The cottage was super clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. There's even a fire pit for cozy evenings outside. Opening the large windows in the morning and seeing all the trees was a delight. We highly recommend Willow Cottage at Barte Woods. And don't forget to read the lovely history of Grandpa Barte building the cottage!
Thomas
July 2024 · Airbnb
We really enjoyed our stay at Jo’s cottage.  Cottage was clean and cozy and it was great meeting Jo and Ed - they helped with some local dog friendly beach and restaurant suggestions that we wouldn’t have discovered otherwise. The master bed is super comfortable too. It’s easy to get into both Fort Bragg and Mendocino from the cottage. Cottage is nearish to the main house but that didn’t bother us at all as you have a huge yard area (which our dog loved!) to yourself, with a lovely sunny private patio. We will definitely return! 
David
July 2024 · Airbnb
We had the most peaceful and restful stay at Jo's. She is a most gracious and friendly host as is the rest of those we met. Sonny was an added comfort for our dog Shiloh. We love the history of the home. The tranquill surroundings and forest made us feel a million miles away from the hussle and bustle of the town. We love it so much we want to go back again, but checked the bookings and nothing available soon. Thank you again Jo and Ed.