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Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table

Vacation home in Bodega Bay with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Nestled among wind-blown cypress, Pelican House offers a serene coastal retreat in Bodega Bay. Enjoy the calming atmosphere with immense windows, a wood-burning stove, and two decks. Between long walks on the beach and scenic drives up Highway 1, relax at home in the downstairs den with a pool table or unwind by watching your favorite shows on flatscreen cable TV.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6124 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table

Pelican House

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Beautifully situated among the wind-blown cypress, this Bodega Bay home offers a wonderful blend of privacy and convenience. In this serene coastal setting, you'll be only 800 feet from an access point to Salmon Creek Beach and the wild Pacific Ocean.

The Pelican House sits in a copse of trees just north of downtown, a respite for beach-goers in every season and those looking to explore the beauties of the Sonoma Coast. As you step inside, you'll find the main living space on the second floor, where vaulted ceilings and immense windows create a calming coastal atmosphere. The living room is perfect for reading or completing a puzzle in the light of the many windows and the warmth of the wood-burning stove; it seamlessly flows into a compact - but fully equipped - kitchen and a six-person dining space. There are two decks - a tree-lined deck off the kitchen and a more sheltered deck that connects the living room to the upstairs bedroom.

Between long walks on the beach and scenic drives up Highway 1, you'll find a great space to relax at home in the downstairs den offering a pool table and a flatscreen cable TV with streaming capability.

Things to Know
Full kitchen

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,340 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 4191N

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

65248

About the neighborhood

Map
Bodega Bay, CA

What's nearby

  • Bodega Dunes - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Salmon Creek Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bodega Harbour - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Doran Beach - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Bodega Head - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishetarian Fish Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tides Wharf Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spud Point Crab Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Cove - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Birds Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Sonoma Coast State Park, Bodega Dunes, and South Salmon Creek Beach. North Salmon Creek Beach and Miwok Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Bright Home 800 Feet from Salmon Creek Beach w/ Wood Stove & Pool Table Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KC**

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We love the property, quiet and close to beach. We recommend bringing enough food and water for ur stay. Local markets r very expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brady H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The beach

We had a nice time. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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4/10 Poor

LISA M.

Salmon creek

Location was great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get-away…

Light and airy feel. Close to the beach…walking distance. Quiet neighborhood and close to great restaurant, Terrapin Creek!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ruby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Pelican house

Loved our stay! Just a few issues. The thermostat wasn’t working, a lot of lights were not working, electrical issue? WiFi was spotty. Beautiful location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Demi G.

Perfect Location

Easy walk to Salmon Creek Beach and a trail system within walking distance. The house itself is beautiful and in a prime location. Kitchen had all needed items to prepare meals; saved money on bringing our own food and we were lucky not to have to bring pots, pans, utensils, etc. The door lock is a tricky one when locking from the outside, but very secure. Common element in beach houses, the furniture needed attention. I understand it’s very hard clean the fabric on those couches and they’ve had quite a bit of use.

8/10 Good

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Great spot and cute place. Lots of stairs so be weary of that. My dad is older and moves slowly so he didn’t even go to the second floor but luckily there was everything he needed on the first floor. Very cute and cozy inside. Some of the lights seemed to not work or be intermittent. There was an loudish humidifier (or something downstairs) that would kick on and off that we weren’t allowed to turn off. It also seemed to be a big power draw as the lights dimmed every time it kicked on. Pool table was nice but think the cues need some attention. Missing some tips and it’s tight in some spaces so you need the smaller cue but they were all missing the tip. Really close to places to eat and walk to the beach which was shower nice. Cleaning fee seemed a bit high especially since we weren’t really there but to sleep. But, I would go back here again. .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Wonderful house, Wonderful location

Lovely home located a short walk to the beach. Spacious, clean, and very quiet and safe. The only complaint we had was the very worn (and sometimes rickety/unusable) chairs and beds. But aside from that, we rate this place a 10/10!

10/10 Excellent

Gavin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jessica L.

Cute cottage by the sea

Walking distance to the beach and a warm and inviting space to return to. Perfect for our weekend getaway.
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

Humble and comfy

Our stay was wonderful. The house isn't updated or fancy, but it was perfect for our family. It was very clean, and my interactions with the host company were very convenient. The house has older furniture, blinds and amenities but that was fine with me at the price point. There were five of us and we we were very comfortable.

4/10 Poor

Heather H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great Location-Bring your own sheets

The beds were filthy, sheets hadn't been changed. We had to change the sheets. There was sand, dirt and hair all over them. The mattress had sand and pee stains all over them. The floors had sand, the furniture had black long hair all over the place. The location was very nice, a very short walk to the beach, you can see the ocean from the driveway. We would have had an outstanding stay if it wasn't for the dirty beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location, scary stair

Great house, very cozy, lovely location. We could walk to the ocean. Lots of towels, clean linens. One burner was not very hot but the other ones worked. Slippery shower, slippery stairs - three out of four of us slipped in the shower or stairs. It does smell mildewy, which is kinda gross, but every house I have ever stayed at near the beach has that smell. Really great location. Lovely light. Comfy beds. I would stay again except for that smell. No one else noticed it, I just have a strong nose. Good price for what you get. Nothing is brand new but my house isn't new, either.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2025

Nice to get away from it all and relax in a quiet secluded area. Small portable heaters were useful in the bedroom and tv room / futon room on the first floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The furniture was a little dated and locking the property on our way out was a little tricky. The property felt safe and it was super close to the beach. Spent the weekend here with my family and we really enjoyed our time. It’s nearby Bodega and Santa Rosa. Getting everywhere seem like such a short distance. I would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Oliver H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Operated by a VRBO competitor

The place was nice enough, though it needed someone with a toolbox to give it some love, but overall not bad, and if you like escape rooms, you might enjoy trying to find the light switches around this place!Among the fun things in this house is the basement dehumidifier that turns on every few minutes and causes the living room lights to blink off and come back on. Dress warmly if you want to play pool or watch a movie because the heat doesn't reach that room and if you try to use the two tiny space heaters in there you will trip the circuit breaker.The real problem was that the property is managed (owned?) by some company that wanted me to use their website to manage my rental rather than VRBO - no thanks. This other company was also very spammy and sent me 10 emails ahead of my stay and nine texts! That is approximately 17 too many!I signed up for a quiet vacation, not to get spammed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amiee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Getaway Weekend

Clean, heater worked great, comfy beds, lots of room, loved the views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

John S.

GREAT LOCATION, older house

Location is whey we booked this house. You can easily walk to Salmon Creek Beach which is beautiful! Great for sea glass hunting too. Also an easy location if you want to split your time between Bodega Bay and the Russian River. House, furniture, beds are all well past being comfortable. Very small kitchen and bathrooms. We never cooked there, but so many good cafes and restaurants it doesn't really matter.

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location

Very close to Salmon Creek beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl's Trip

Myself, my sister and a high school friend reunited and had a wonderful tine on the west coast. We had a fabulous time staying at the Pelican House! Proximity to beach was superb. Everthing we needed for our stay was right at our finger tips. The home was very clean, and beds were comfy. Just a couple of cob webs hanging around in areas usually missed by routine house keeping. We would absolutely stay at Pelican House in Bodega Bay, again, when visiting!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Judith H.

Do not rent through Vacasa if you call them you get someone in Mexico or the Phillipines there is...

I liked all the windows in the house and it was close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Victoria C.

Peaceful and comfortable

Clean and comfortable. Very private and quiet. Had everything you need to relax for a long weekend on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Lev M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice location but neglected property

Nice location, with beautiful sun-lit living room, but otherwise underwhelming for the price. This property is not managed by the owner, but instead, VACASA, a management company. Seems like the place is suffering from neglect. Downstairs bedroom bed broke when my (petite) sister-in-law first sat on it. Seems like the slats were not the right size (I have picture to share if relevant). Front two elements on electric stove do not work. Hood vent did not work in kitchen, so fire alarm went off. Rack wheel broken on top dishwasher rack, so difficult to move. Only one rack in oven: should have at least two, and I needed a second one. Rods missing from several venetian blinds in living, so can't close when sun is streaming in. Significant water damage in upstairs bathroom: plywood panelling warped and broken (also have picture to share).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Beautiful and Quiet

Comfortable, quiet and private. Loved how close we were to such a beautiful beach. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Suzanne D.

Pelican House

This is a great house in an awesome location within walking distance to the beach and fun hike on the dunes. The house is roomy enough for 2 couples or families. There are 2 queen beds with their own bathrooms and the futon pulls out to a bed and there is a rollaway bed as well. Kitchen is well-stocked. Furniture is a bit outdated but still very comfty. This is definitely not an updated house but is roomy and comfy and having windows all the way around really makes you feel you are hanging out in the trees. If going during this cold rainy winter, bring wood for the wood burning stove or ask if it is provided. We would have loved to have a fire but there wasn't any wood. We had a great time and would definitely book again.