Many Moons Homestead

99%

209 reviews

· Albion, Mendocino, California · 2 acres

Hosted by Madeline H.

Cabin

· 2 guests max · 1 bed · 1 toilet

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Situated on 2 acres, the old farmhouse, where our family lives is said to be one of the very oldest houses in Albion... built in 1865! When we got the place in 2018, it was in pretty bad disrepair and the land was a a jungle of brambles, holly bush, and tons of buried trash. Pregnant and feeling brave (also very naive), we dug into loving up the land and home. Here we are, nearly 6 years later, with a sweet little dude climbing the old plum tree, a babe in arms, a secret garden filled with all kinds of wild and cultivated edible and medicinal plants to enjoy. It makes our hearts really happy to care for this land and we love to share it with folks looking to slow down and connect with this beautiful place we get to call home. We view ourselves as just the current stewards of this beautiful place. This was home to the flora and fauna for hundreds of thousands of years before people, then home to the Pomo people for many generations, then a slew of immigrants and homesteaders, and now us. As our motto goes, This land, home, trees, and forest animals have been here for many moons before us; it's our greatest hope to be worthy stewards to ensure its health and vitality for many more.Cozy little salvage redwood cabin looking out on giant redwoods at our sweet old homestead. Queen sized memory foam bed with cozy cotton flannel sheets, down comforter, and fluffy pillows, with extra blankets on hand. Electric kettle, little pour-over coffee set-up for the morning, lots of great old books to dig into. Outdoor shower with on-demand hot water, outdoor sink and dining area where you're welcome to set up your own cook stove. Composting toilet bathroom with sink about 10 steps from the cabin. All water is potable. Heat is plug-in electric or you're welcome to bring your own firewood for the wood stove. The Love Shack opens out onto a redwood meadow which is communal space and you're welcome to wander and check out the giant redwood stumps, ferns, and banana slugs or make a warming fire in the fire pit dedicated to your space. In terms of privacy, life is happening here! Our home, a long term rental + ceramic studio for our potter friend, and our seasonal (May-Oct) Hipcamp space, "Bell Tent in the Coastal Redwoods" are also on the 1.5 homestead. All are decently private from each other, but not completely secluded, and you may see us out and about on the land, working and playing with our 4 year old. This is a generally quiet and peaceful place, but not a place of total silence and solitude. We are surrounded by undeveloped forest on 3 sides of the land and our rural residential road on the border. If you have more than 2 people in your group, we'd recommend booking the Bell Tent which can house another 2 friends. 2 miles from the ocean and all kinds of activities + a great little general store (Albion Grocery) with just about everything you might need. *Kids are welcome! They don't count toward the 2 person limit, but you will need to bring all extra bedding for them. You could comfortably fit 2 kids in addition to 2 adults. *Pets are not welcome, unless they are a formally trained service animal. Dogs in particular have just been too disruptive to the land, the cat, the chickens, and most importantly, our sweet little kid. Thank you for understanding. If you need it, there is a wonderful kennel about 15 minutes north of us to board your pup ;-)

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Wood burning fireplace. Dedicated fire pit outside and wood stove inside. Bring your own firewood and starter. Water bucket in the outdoor shower to fill and completely extinguish before going to bed or leaving to go anywhere. We do not provide or sell firewood, as we need our personal supply to heat our own home through the fall/winter/spring and it takes much of the summer to collect + process it all. Easy to purchase bundles from Albion Grocery right down the road.

Toilet available

Composting toilet. Composting toilet in a cute greenhouse just a short walk from love shack with sink for washing hands. Bring a flashlight ;-)

No pets

Unless this is a formally trained, licensed service animal. we are not interested in allowing pets of any kind. We have a little kid, chickens, and a kitty who deserve to feel totally safe in their home space.

Drinking water available

Spigot, bottled water or jugs. Water dispenser inside Love Shack or outdoor sink just around the corner for washing camp dishes or filling water bottle.

Showers available

Hot water . Sweet little outside shower with on-demand hot water heater - please plan to take short showers as we are on a well system and in an ongoing drought.

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin. please plan to pack out your trash if you have a lot of it!

Picnic table present

Little wooden table with metal garden cafe chairs

Cooking equipment absent

Electric hot water heater for tea and coffee available, along with outdoor sink with running water. Mugs, teaspoons, and water glasses provided. You're welcome to bring your own camp stove for outdoor-only cooking. Little coal bbq that you're welcome to use, bring your own charcoal. Coleman camp stove available for use, bring your own fuel canisters. Small cooler provided for food storage. If you use any of these items, please leave all in clean condition for the next camper.

No wifi

wifi and clear cell service just down the road - about 1 mile to HWY 1. Enjoy the quiet and lack of wifi on the property;)

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 9 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

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ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Make Your Own Herbal Potionexperience

$60.00

Stroll the property and learn about the wild and cultivated medicinal plants growing in here, choose your seasonal ingredients, and learn how to make your own herbal tincture and sweet label to take home - the best souvenir! Includes all materials and a fresh herbal tea infusion to sip while we chat. 1.5 hours

99%

249 ratings · 209 reviews

Rianna H.

2 reviews

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· February 2025

Love coming here every time. It is a very special place!

Finn O.

3 reviews

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· January 2025

A sweet spot

This was a really sweet spot with everything you'll need- a beautiful wood stove (bring your own wood), outdoor shower, outdoor sink, the prettiest composting toilet I've ever seen and a very comfy cabin for two. I would return again.

J H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

A delightful quaint little cottage. Well decorated and very cozy. We would certainly return!

Tyler W.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Simply Sublime

Absolutely amazing! We've never had a better cabin experience. A hot shower in the forest is the peak of luxury, and we loved using the wood stove. This was a fantastic place to see the meteor shower from, and we'd recommend it to anyone.

Jessa S.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Beautiful property! Exactly what we were looking for :)

Jennifer M.

12 reviews

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· October 2024

The Love Shack in the Coastal Redwoods was a peaceful and private retreat with convenient access to Mendocino, coastal walks, redwood hikes, wineries and cideries. A perfect location! The Love Shack itself was darling, well furnished with a comfortable bed and thoughtful touches for tea and relaxation. We loved the wood stove during the cool evening (bring your own firewood). The composting toilet worked great and the outdoor shower amid the passion flowers looked inviting. Definitely recommended.

Location

Albion, Mendocino, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Central Pomo First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking