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Joshua Grindle Inn
Mendocino Coast Bed and Breakfast

Situated on two acres, this lovely Victorian home was built in 1879 by the town banker, Joshua Grindle. Serving travelers since 1978, our Mendocino Coast bed and breakfast is an enchanting property nestled atop a knoll overlooking the town of Mendocino, CA and the Pacific Ocean, just a few blocks away. A short walk will take you to the Mendocino Art Center, galleries, shops, restaurants, cliff top views or the beach.

Free
Wifi

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Continental Breakfast

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Warm Hospitality

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On-Site Parking

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Electric Car Charger

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Three Unique Buildings & 10 Guest Rooms

All guests will be greeted by the innkeepers at our historic coastal home. Our Main House includes a stunning spiral wood staircase and historic Parlor with five romantic guest rooms. Behind the main house, our saltbox cottages are nestled under a line of majestic cypress trees creating ultimate privacy and comfort. The Water Tower, our third unique building with three cozy rooms, is a celebrated piece of history in our coastal town of Mendocino.

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VICTORIAN
MAIN HOUSE

Victorian Rooms, Parlor, Garden Views
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CYPRESS
COTTAGES

Private, Fireplaces, Soaring Ceilings
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WATER
TOWER

Rustic Rooms, Fireplaces, Great Views
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GOOD MORNING MENDOCINO!

Perfect for watching hummingbirds with a lovely view of our year-round garden, our continental breakfast is available between 8:30am and 10:00am. All guests enjoy an ample breakfast including fresh fruit, yogurt, homemade granola, boiled egg, and our homemade fresh-baked scones. Coffee and tea are available anytime in our parlor room.
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EXPLORE MENDOCINO

Our Inn provides quiet privacy a short walk away from Mendocino Village’s local boutiques and renowned restaurants. This peaceful town encourages a romantic walk through history. We invite you to explore our historical water towers, museums, enthralling coastal views and acclaimed gardens. For those looking to roam, the trails and shorelines are just minutes beyond our doorstep.

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Relaxed Comfort

Our accommodations offer a haven of carefree comfort. From heavenly beds decorated with Comfy linens, to plush robes and luxurious amenities, your accommodations reflect genuine attention to detail. We invite you to take comfort and learn more about what we are doing not just for our guests, but also for our amazing community.
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What Our Guests are Saying

  • Ana
    We thoroughly enjoy our stays at Joshua Grindle, consistently choosing the North cabin. We visit Mendocino every March to commemorate our wedding anniversary, and we always opt to stay here due to the excellent location and outstanding customer service. We also love the complimentary breakfast, and their scones are exceptionally good.
  • Marisa
    We’ve loved visiting this Inn! It was our third time here, we’ve stayed in a different room each time. Great breakfast on the patio in the mornings. The owners and staff have always been lovely. Walkable to the coast to take in the ocean views.
  • Brandon
    We've loved coming to the Grindle Inn since 2023. It's always been a relaxing and comfortable retreat away from the city. The owners Ken and Kate are two of the kindest people you'll meet and their cat Gemma is very sweet. Each room has its own character and the water tower has great views. If you're looking to visit Mendocino you can't go wrong staying at the Grindle.
  • Ethan
    This was our third time at the Inn - the owners, Ken and Kate, are the best! Joshua Grindle is such a cute bed and breakfast with comfy historic rooms, a beautiful garden, and a yummy breakfast with fresh fruit and delicious homemade scones. This has become one of our favorite escapes. Mendocino is a serene getaway with beautiful nature and fantastic restaurants. Don't miss out on the excellent hospitality and charm found at this inn!
  • Mike
    Wonderful surprise! A nice piece of history with a nice room in the water tower. Breakfast was great with everything freshly prepared, including the best scones I've ever had. We had our E-bikes with us, and I'm sure they would have been completely safe on the property, but the owner let us park them in his garage. Top notch experience, don't miss it.