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Upscale and Affordable Dog-Friendly Lodging in Mendocino County
Thursday, August 21, 2008 at 9:54PM 
Stella, the author's Labrador Retriever
Posted by Nancy D. Brown
Don't want to leave Fido at home, yet still looking for a nice place to stay with an oceanview? Checkout the Little River Inn and Fort Bragg's Atrium Bed & Breakfast or the Surf Motel. Each dog-friendly location on Mendocino's Pacific coast welcomes well-behaved pooches. The Little River Inn offers luxury, ocean-view rooms, ranging from $225-$290, plus a $25 pet fee, while Fort Bragg offers affordable rates within walking distance of several dog parks.
Having survived scenic Highway 128, with its many curves, both man and beast will appreciate the ocean air and setting foot on terra firma. Your dog will love the treats upon check-in at the Little River Inn and you will enjoy the freedom of not having to sneak your beloved into the hotel room. The inn offers a pet-friendly, grassy area on the property and provides resources such as Evergreen Barn, a self-serve pet wash facility and doggy daycare At Last Farm Dog Day Camp.
HOUNDS IN FORT BRAGG?
Eleven miles north, AAA-rated Surf Motel offers designated pet-friendly rooms from $49-$250, plus a $10 pet fee, for the budget-minded with a fenced, off-leash doggie play area. If you find yourself in Fort Bragg September 26-28, 2008, drop by the Huckleberry and Hound Festival for canine-related activities scattered throughout Fort Bragg.
Photo courtesy Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
Located in the historic downtown district, The Atrium Bed & Breakfast is within walking distance of Fort Bragg's Dog Park between South Lincoln and Willow. Three pet-friendly rooms rent for $115-$150, not including a $25 pet fee. Atrium Co-owner Gail Brodkey, along with her dog, Gracie, were involved in the push to create the local dog park. Stop by for yappy hour.
Insider Tip: Noyo Jetty Dog Park, an official off-leash dog beach, is a short drive away at the end of North Harbor Drive. Additionally, the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens offers another dog-friendly venue, charging $10 per person. There is no charge for leashed pets.
Reader Comments (3)
When did you get Stella? Dutchess would love to meet he to play. Beautiful little puppy.
@ Debra That little puppy only exists in photos. She is now three years old and thinks she is a lap dog, as well as an awesome pheasant dog.
This is a good news us, now I can bring my dog (Travis) when I'm out of town.