"Why are they getting married in a remote town, 3 hours from an airport?"

- You, probably

Mendocino was Matt and Coco’s refuge from San Francisco during the dumpster fire that was 2020. They spent their first pandemic weekend getaway in Mendocino, enjoying farm to table meals, toasting champagne on the beach, kayaking through sea caves and hiking through redwoods. The weekend was so romantic that Coco thought Matt would propose at the end of it (he didn't), but they still felt it was a special place that charmed--and represented--both of them.

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Because it looks like this

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Mendocino is one of the most naturally beautiful corners of California, boasting dramatic coastal cliffs and old growth redwoods. The town of 855 takes about 15 minutes to walk end-to-end, meaning that all guests will be a stone’s throw from each other for an epic “adult summer camp” weekend focused on what matters most to the bride and groom -- bringing friends and family together to create treasured memories.

Pictures from our first trip to Mendocino, where we fell in love with the town!

getting there

by plane

For guests coming from outside the Bay Area, the closest major airports are San Francisco International (SFO) or Oakland International (OAK) (3-hour drive). Sonoma County Airport (2-hour drive) has fewer direct flights.

Find flights

by car

Coming from the Bay, the most direct route is the 101N to the 128W. If you don't mind adding an hour to your drive, we highly recommend taking the Pacific Coast Highway (101N to 1N), as it winds along the coast and through towering redwood forests.

Driving Directions

In Anderson Valley (where the 101 N splits to the 128 W), there are great wineries and food options to break up the drive. Our favorites are Roederer Estate (for champagne tasting) and Boonville General Store (for a quick bite).

where should you stay?

Immediate family and the wedding party will be staying at the 19-room MacCallum House through the weekend. The beauty of a Mendocino wedding (besides, obviously, the beauty of Mendocino) is how small the town is--not only can you really not go wrong with any of the hotels in the area, almost all are within a short walk of the MacCallum house.

While we’ve recommended a couple hotels below, we encourage you to (a) do your own research and choose any hotel within walking distance, and (b) book as soon as possible, as rooms can fill up 8 months in advance in peak summer months. Finally, while we recognize that Fort Bragg is within driving distance and has some affordable lodging options, we highly encourage our guests to stay within the Mendocino downtown district, for the sake of maximizing our time together throughout the weekend. We will not be providing shuttles outside of Mendocino, and there is limited taxi/rideshare capacity in neighboring towns.

= Walking distance from MacCallum House

Headlands Inn

Matt and I stayed at this quaint B&B for our anniversary and highly recommend it. Delicious gourmet breakfast in bed is delivered daily (and included in the room rate), and rooms are well appointed,

3 min

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Mendocino Grove

This luxury glamping option features comfortable platform tents, communal bathhouses (and hot showers), fire rings, grills, and close proximity to numerous recreational activities.

24 min

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Hill House Inn

Matt and I stayed here when we visited Mendocino to tour wedding venues. It is a cozy hotel in a quiet part of town. Rooms are modest but clean and beds are comfortable.

10 min

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Sea Gull Inn

This quirky B&B has well-appointed rooms and a nice common spaces for guests. Built in 1883, it's one of the original inns on the scenic Northern CA Coast. Breakfast is included in the room rate.

2 min

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Mendocino Hotel

Built in 1878, this historic property in the heart of downtown features spartan but comfortable rooms. Pay close attention to the amenities when booking, as some of the cheaper rooms have shared bathrooms.

3 min

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Agate Cove

$$$

Built in 1860 as Mendocino's first brewery, this charming inn features 12 unique cottages and stunning coastal views. The property boasts hammocks, Adirondack chairs and a 24-hr lounge area.

16 min

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In addition to the hotels above, we’ve curated a list of area rental homes. Please reach out to us if you’re interested in sharing a rental home and want to be matched up with other guests.

where to stay?