Joshua Grindle Travel Newsletters

The Sun is low in the sky and rainclouds have brought much needed water resources for our aquifers. Here in Mendocino Village there is no municipal water company. There are about 420 wells in the village. There are three located here at the inn, although only one is the main producer. We are very lucky to have a location with few competing wells. Our rainwater catchment tank installed in September 2021 is completely full. We have been blessed with 20” of rain since the tank was installed. The 500 sq. ft. roof can capture about 600 gallons per inch of rain. We hope everyone has been enjoying their holiday season.

Does Mendocino have water? As I’m sure you’ve heard, Mendocino County has been concerned about water for many months. The local water treatment plant is responsible for monitoring groundwater levels. Recent rains have improved groundwater tables enough to move from Stage 4 (40% reduction) to Stage 2 (15% reduction) as of January 7, 2022. Dry wells have started to produce again, great news for all village businesses. Kate and I personally want to thank all of our guests for their continued support in conserving our constrained water resources.

Completed September 2021: 5,000 gallon rainwater catchment to the wood shed roof. As of July 2026, we have collected and distributed over 30,000 gallons to our garden.

Throwback photo album – Bill and Gwen Jacobsen converted the house into the Joshua Grindle Inn back in 1978. Bill shared a beautiful leather bound photo album of their personal journey getting the inn established. It was very interesting to see what the property looked like 40 years ago before it became the Joshua Grindle Inn. I include a few photos with each newsletter. Hope you enjoy!