You know this place—or perhaps it just feels like you do. Mar Vista Farm + Cottages instills that sense in nearly everyone who visits our magical site on the “secret coast” in Mendocino County, where life slows down so you can forge stronger connections with nature and the ones you love. Here, the everyday fades away, replaced by a more conscious, simpler way of life.
Just across Highway 1 from the Pacific Ocean, Mar Vista offers vintage cottages, the Glass House events space, a redwood soaking tub, and nine acres of natural areas—forested trails, farm animals, harvesting gardens, spaces for family play, even private access to a secluded beach. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, furry friends, and gatherings, it’s as if you have your own private country getaway.
At Mar Vista, you’ll feel restored, reinvigorated, ready for whatever’s next. And you’ll realize that you did, in fact, know this place all along. Because ultimately, it is a reflection of you at your best.
Our 11 bright and airy cottages each feature a fireplace, antique furnishings, plush bedding, and a well-stocked kitchen.
From forest bathing to farm activities, Mar Vista is a mindful escape designed to bring you closer to the land and one another.
With coastal views and serene forests, Mar Vista is perfect for weddings, retreats, milestone occasions, and celebrations.
We consider ourselves the stewards of Mar Vista, rather than the owners. It is our dream to share this wonderful place with you.
Mar Vista is a place for people to be present and act with intention—and we act with intention as well, with sustainable farming and gardening practices, responsible water use, and more.
The Mar Vista experience is physically distanced by design, with wide-open spaces and a wealth of outdoor activities on our nine acres. We also have enhanced protocols to ensure a safe environment.
Whether you’re looking to unplug, recharge, or just see where the day takes you, Mar Vista is the perfect escape for solo travelers. Wake up slowly. Watch the sunrise at Fish Rock Cove. Walk the garden path. Read a book.
Or don’t.
With private cottages and surrounded by nature, it’s the kind of quiet that fills you up. No pressure. No schedule. Just space to reset.
Craving quiet time, fresh air, and a change of pace? This one’s for the solo travelers. Book two consecutive weeknights (Sunday through Thursday) in June and get 20% off your lodging — just for coming solo.
Use Code: SOLO25 when booking!
🍷We’ll sweeten the deal with a half bottle of local wine waiting in your room. Bring your favorite book, your dog, and your sense of adventure.
We know a spot 😉 Mar Vista Farm and Cottages / The Secret Coast 📍
This month, make sure to stop by and wish a very Happy 9th Birthday to our Nubian triplets—Willy, Wally, and Wiley! Guests can help feed them around 4:00pm daily (just hay and oats, please—though they may try to sneak a finger nibble!)
Peace is the new luxury. Rest is radical. Come disappear (in a good way).
