"The location of the house is awesome! The stone artwork in & around the house is beautiful & well thought of. Will definitely recommend this place!" - Chaitanya
Welcome to Redstone House at Mendocino Stone Ranch, a rare forest retreat tucked deep among towering coastal redwoods in Gualala, California. Set on over 30 private, walkable acres filled w/ handcrafted stone art, winding woodland trails, & hidden ocean views, this is far more than a place to stay—it’s a place to experience.
Redstone House feels like stepping into a forest dream where every trail, art piece, & tree has a story. Surrounding the home, pebble-lined paths wind through a canopy of redwoods, revealing stone sculptures & installations created by master stonemasons from around the world. This artistic sanctuary was shaped over decades by the vision of Peter Joseph Mullins, who started the Mendocino Stone Ranch in 2002. What began as a modest woodland property has grown into a 50-acre art-filled forest, born from Peter’s lifelong love of stone, brick, tile, and the people who create with them.
Just outside the home, the red sandstone patio serves as a natural gathering space, featuring a fire pit surrounded by artisan tile mosaics reclaimed from the Catalina Island seawall. Nearby, guests can enjoy the black granite wood-fired pizza oven, which is available for use & often becomes a favorite spot for shared meals and evenings outdoors.
From the patio, you enter into the main living area, which serves as the heart of the home. This space offers comfortable seating for conversation, relaxing, & spending time together. Large windows and doors bring in natural light & maintain a strong connection to the surrounding forest.
Adjacent to the living area is the fully equipped kitchen, designed to accommodate group cooking & longer stays. The kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, stovetop & oven, microwave, cookware, dishware, & essential utensils, making it easy to prepare everything from full meals to simple snacks.
The dining area is located near the kitchen and provides a dedicated space for shared meals, game nights, or planning the day ahead. Its open layout keeps everyone connected across the living, dining, & kitchen spaces.
On the main level, the primary bedroom features a California king bed & offers convenient access to a full bathroom with a bathtub and shower. This setup works well for guests who prefer fewer stairs or want easy access to the main living areas.
Also on the main level is a second bedroom with a queen bed & a twin bed, offering flexible sleeping arrangements for families or mixed groups. A second full bathroom with a shower is located nearby & is shared by the main living areas and bedrooms.
Two loft bedrooms, each accessed by ladder, are located above the main living spaces. Each loft includes two twin beds & provides a cozy, cabin-style sleeping option that many guests enjoy.
At the back of the home, accessed through sliding glass doors, is a separate downstairs bedroom with a queen and a twin beds. This room is fully separated from the rest of the house, making it ideal for couples or guests who prefer additional privacy.
Outdoor living continues beyond the patio, with a large deck overlooking the redwood forest below. This space is perfect for morning coffee, reading, or unwinding at the end of the day while listening to the forest around you.
Located just minutes from some of the most beautiful coastal & forest attractions on the Mendocino and Sonoma coast, this property offers both peaceful seclusion and easy access to nature and small‑town amenities.
Guests are just a short drive from the ocean, Gualala Point Regional Park with its scenic bluff trails, river estuary, and sandy beach along the Pacific is approximately 5–7 mins (2–3 miles) by car and offers walking paths, picnic areas, whale‑watching spots, & beach access along rugged coastline.
Roughly 5–6 mins 3 miles) north you’ll find Cooks Beach, a sandy cove perfect for tidepool exploration & quiet beach walks, while Gualala Bluff Trail offers an easy stroll with panoramic views over the river estuary and ocean.
The scenic Sea Ranch area lies just a short 7–10 mins drive south & includes several coastal access beaches such as Stengel Beach, Pebble Beach, & Black Point Beach Access, each offering dramatic cliffs, tide pools, & sunset views.
Active travelers will also appreciate Gualala River Redwood Park (about 6–8 mins by car), where you can kayak or canoe along the serene Gualala River or enjoy riverside picnics & playgrounds amid towering trees.
For a classic Northern California lighthouse experience & panoramic coastal views, the historic Point Arena Lighthouse is a ~25–30 mins drive (14–19 miles) north — a perfect day trip destination with trails & a museum at the top of the 115‑foot tower.
The surrounding area also has small galleries like Gualala Arts Center, local eateries, & the scenic road along Highway 1, ideal for relaxed drives and discovering hidden coastal coves and viewpoints.
**Highlights:
- 30 private, walkable acres of redwood forest
- Over 30 one-of-a-kind stone masonry art installations
- Fire pit patio with artisan tile mosaics
- Black granite wood-fired pizza oven
- Fully equipped kitchen for group meals
- Large deck overlooking the forest
- Fish Rock Watch Tower with ocean views
- Short drive to Mendocino Coast beaches
Whether you’re gathering around the fire pit, cooking together in the kitchen, exploring forest trails, or watching the sunset from the lookout tower, Redstone House offers a stay that feels intentional, spacious, and memorable. If you’re looking for privacy, connection, and a setting that’s truly unlike anywhere else, Redstone House at Mendocino Stone Ranch is ready to welcome you.
"We stayed for 5 days and were still discovering more beautiful art and quiet spots and wildlife on the last day." - David
***Need a bit more room to spread out?
We’d be happy to help you book The Adobe House and/or The Yurt to give your group some extra space and comfort. Just let us know!
***Optional Trip Planning
Want help planning your wine country getaway? We recommend working with Melanie, a local concierge who offers personalized trip planning, winery reservations, spa bookings, private chefs, and more.
Melanie is a third-party provider, but we’ve worked with her for years and highly recommend her to our guests.
Other details to note:
Sleeping Arrangement:
Main Level
- King bed and ensuite full bathroom with bathtub
- 1 Queen bed and 1 twin bed
Attic
- 2 twin beds
- 2 twin beds
Basement
- 1 Queen bed and 1 twin daybed
Please note: Stone Ranch is a shared compound and tour site. Unless you have reserved the compound, other guests may be staying in a separate rental. And scheduled tours may occur during your stay. However, the home you reserved is private and exclusively for your use.
Proximity photo of the properties from The Irish Tower for visual reference:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19vnfuby0a2QloKoW2snQ1KwaBgWbx8aB/view
FIRE SAFETY: Note that outdoor fires are not permitted from May through November due to seasonal fire-safety restrictions.
Mendocino Stone Ranch runs on an off-grid solar + battery + propane generator system — part of what makes it unique and environmentally sustainable. It comfortably supports normal household use, but not high electrical loads. EV charging is not available. Please be energy-conscious during your stay.
- Most of our guests love this home for its close connection to nature. Since we’re in a beautiful coastal area with lots of wildlife, it’s normal to occasionally see an insect or two that may wander in through an open door or window.
To help keep things comfortable, please wipe up spills promptly, store food in the fridge or covered containers, and clean pet food bowls after use. Leaving food out can attract ants, so keeping things tidy helps prevent that.
- We can comfortably accommodate up to 12 overnight guests & allow up to 6 additional daytime visitors, for a total of 18 people on the property. Daytime visitors are welcome between 7 AM and 10 PM.
- Quiet hours are from 10PM to 8AM
- No smoking: This is a no-smoking home (including vaping). A deep-clean fee will apply if this rule is violated.
- Dogs under 50 lbs are welcome for an additional fee, but we’re unable to accommodate cats.
- No parties or large events allowed
- Please park cars in the garage or driveway of the home with a max of 4 parked vehicles per reservation. Please note that parking of RVs, Motorhomes, Boats or Trailers are not permitted within the community.
- Fire Safety: Wood-burning stove is available for use. Please follow the safety instructions in the welcome guide and never leave fires unattended.
We work with a private security company that can be dispatched if we receive reports of excessive noise or parking violations.
As a common STR practice, we have installed on-site devices for your security. These may include electronic door locks, light timers, security alarms, exterior motion sensors, outdoor facing cameras (which record whenever motion is detected including voices), smoke detection devices, and decibel meters (which do not record voices). For your privacy, we do not have any cameras inside the house. Cameras are all in plain sight and are located at the front entrance doorbell, and inside the garage. Tampering with the WiFi, mesh routers, or any of the security devices is grounds for immediate eviction with no refunds.
When you stay at The Redstone House, you're covered for any accidents that might happen up to $3,000. The $42 charge listed as a "administrative fee" on your quote covers your purchase of $3,000 of "all risk" damage protection coverage on your rental property. This protection is purchased in lieu of a security deposit. Coverage details are spelled out in the rental agreement.
