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Fensalden Inn

Fensalden Inn

33810 Navarro Ridge Rd
Albion, CA 95410-0099
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Chris & Molli Hamby

(707) 937-4042
(800) 959-3850

 

Circa 1860. Originally a stagecoach station, Fensalden looks out over the Pacific Ocean as it has for more than 100 years. The Tavern Room has witnessed many a rowdy scene, and if you look closely you can see bullet holes in the original redwood ceiling. The inn provides 20 acres for walks, whale-watching, viewing deer and bicycling. Relax with wine and hors d'oeuvres in the evening.

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Fensalden Inn



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Rates

$139 to $253

Payment types accepted include Travelers Checks, Personal Checks, Master Card, American Express and Visa.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Wine
  • Breakfast
  • Full Three Course Breakfast Each Morning
  • With Champagne
  • Mimosas On Sundays - Complimentary Wine In Room Upon Arrival

Events Hosted

  • Romantic Getaways
  • Family Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Honeymoons
  • Seminars
  • Weddings

Available Food Service

  • Full Breakfast

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Tennis
  • Wineries

Innkeeper(s)

Chris & Molli Hamby

Rooms

This property has 8 total guest accommodations with private bath, 8 with fireplaces, 1 with hot tub, 2 suites, 1 cottage and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include Queen, King and Twin.

Amenities In Room

  • CD Player
  • Coffeemaker
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Bath Amenities
  • Clock Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Bathrobes
  • Reading Lamps
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bungalow Has Jacuzzi Bathtub

Amenities On Site

  • Phone
  • PC
  • Parlor Games
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Fireplace
  • Bicycles

Business Traveler Amenities

  • FAX On-site
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Wireless Internet Access

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Fensalden Inn

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Location: Country.


Recommended Restaurant(s)

  • Ledford House, Albion River Inn, 955 Ukiah
  • The Ravens At Stanford Inn, Cafe Beaujolais
  • Little River Inn, Wild Fish, Maccallum House

Romantic Interest

Romantic ocean views from quiet, comfortable, private rooms. Our two-room Hawthorne Suite features a queen-size canopy bed, and is so named for the Innkeeper's great-great-great- grandfather, Nathaniel Hawthorne. The perfect room for a honeymoon or anniversary stay. Complimentary bottle of champagne in refrigerator for special occasions. (Anniversaries, Honeymoons)

Historic Interest

Fensalden Inn was a Wells Fargo Stagecoach Stop in the mid-1800s. Sitting atop Navarro Ridge, just 7 miles south of Mendocino Village, Fensalden Inn was 1 of 15 taverns along a 12 mile stretch of road, which used to be part of the main highway from the Bay area to Eureka. The Main House consists of the original tavern and inn, which were joined together in the early 70s when the property was renovated into a bed and breakfast.

Historic sites nearby:

Historic Mendocino Village (7 miles), Point Cabrillo Lighthouse (9 miles), Point Arena Lighthouse (20 miles)

Other Awards:

2004 Best in the West from Arrington Publishing

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Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Two days weekends, three days holidays
Children Restrictions:Children 12 and older in Tower Suite or Bungalow with additional fee. Please call for more details
Cancellation:Seven days, 14 days for holidays. $25 fee for all cancellations. If cancellation is made within policy period and we are unable to re-book the room, full charge will be made to the credit card on file on the check-out date.
Pets:Innkeepers pets on premises, Pets Allowed, Pets allowed in Bungalow, Tower Suite, Tower Room. $25 one time pet fee and payable upon departure.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on6/16/2010
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A WARM HUG!

Fensalden Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Emberlyn Nordhaus
6/16/2010

Staying here is like a WARM HUG! Easily overlooked because it is on the wrong side of the highway and your first thoughts would be that there is no ocean view, or at least not one worth looking at, but if you let that stop you not only would you be missing out on the incredible ocean views, but all of the wonders that this quaint inn has to offer. My husband and I stayed in the Tower Suite for our 10 year Anniversary. Bob (one of the innkeepers) greeted us at the door with a hug, a welcome and a bottle of champagne in our room. In the morning we were served a gourmet three course breakfasts with goodies such as baked pears in a raspberry sauce with raspberry sorbet, Dutch boys, and fresh squeezed orange juice, and hot muffins baked just for us. Add to this that they seated us in front of the huge windows that not only over looked a stunning meadow but the ocean just beyond. I could not have asked for a more romantic weekend. What sets this place apart for anywhere else I have ever stayed is the atmosphere created by the family who own and runs the place. This is their home, and they make you feel like welcome friends not paying customers. Its in the little details easily over looked, like the warm crackling fire let to die down in the corner of the room, or how they set out feed for the birds just moments before you were due to sit down, so that the meadow was full of life, and you eating breakfast with dozens of hummingbirds literally on the other side of the window. It’s the easy conversation, and how they take what they learn about you and point you in the right direction so that you and truly enjoy your time there. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a romantic get away, or someone looking to recharge a stressed out tired soul. *** Also they are Dog friendly and can help you find a puppy sitter for the day so you and your pups can have fun. Next time we are bringing our dog****

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Lovely view, peaceful stay

Fensalden Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Glenda Graham
Merced, CA
4/28/2010

My husband and I spent two relaxing nights with these very nice hosts. The food was thoughtfully prepared. Hosts were helpful and very friendly. The view from the Headlands room provides a lovely look at both the ocean and the garden.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 4 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic Hideaway

Fensalden Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Bonnie Wilson
10/26/2009

Fensalden Inn is a fantastic spot for those who seek respite from frenetic city life. Situated on several acres of land overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the ambience is of peace and serenity. The host and staff are warm, friendly, cheerful and helpful. What more could one ask?

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 4 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Very Heavenly

Fensalden Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

Closest feeling to heaven on Earth.

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Piece of Heaven

Fensalden Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Martin\'s
6/15/2008

We recently returned from our 4th trip to stay at Fensalden Inn, and it was just as wonderful as always!! It is beautiful, peaceful, and a great place to go to get away from it all and relax and recharge. The inn is so quaint, beautiful and nice. Lyn and Bob, the innkeepers are so nice and have made each of our stays so wonderful. They are very helpful and the breakfast is so yummy and delighful! We will go back again and again for a break from the rat race of the Bay Area. Fendalden is truely a little piece of Heaven on Earth.

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Publicity and Press Reviews

Sunset, Focus, Peninsula, Country Inns, Steppin' Out, LA Times, Vine Times, Living Social, 1950s B movie The Haunting of Hill House.

Other Ratings: 3 AAA Diamonds, iLoveInns Guests

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Anytime: Jan. 2-May 15, Midweek: May 16-Jan. 1, Subject to availability, Excludes holidays