Little River Inn, a historic resort on Northern California’s scenic Mendocino Coast, has introduced a new way for guests to dine alongside their dogs. The inn recently unveiled five cheerful blue cabanas nestled in its lush outdoor gardens, allowing pet-owning guests to enjoy breakfast or dinner delivered directly to their private cabana.
Guests place their order in the main building then lead their pups up to their own private garden cabana. Meals arrive via bellhop in a branded thermal bag matching the cabanas’ vibrant hue. Each cabana offers a cozy, casual setting with space for people and pups—one accommodates up to six people and three dogs, while the remaining four seat four people and two dogs each.
Cabanas are exclusively available to overnight guests with dogs. To reserve, guests should contact the front desk via phone or email at 707-937-5942 or info@littleriverinn.com.
Guests dining in the cabanas enjoy the same acclaimed cuisine served in the inn’s dining room. The menu highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients, such as foraged mushrooms, locally-sourced fish, and produce from their own Laughing Duck Farm. New Chef de Cuisine Sebastian Kaplan has also introduced original dishes to complement longtime favorites.
Little River Inn has long been recognized as one of the Mendocino Coast’s most pet-friendly destinations. Fifth-generation innkeeper Cally Coombs believes dogs are family and has created a warm, welcoming environment for both pets and their people. Dogs can explore the spacious property, enjoy nearby hiking trails, or frolic on the pet-friendly beach across the street. The inn provides food and water bowls, towels for cleanup, and tasty treats. A nightly pet fee of $30 per pet applies, with a two-pet maximum per room.
Humans are equally pampered at the inn. All rooms feature ocean views, and guests have access to the onsite spa, a nine-hole Audubon-certified golf course, and regulation tennis courts, and a private walking trail that leads from the property down to the pet-friendly Van Damme Beach.
About Little River Inn
Little River Inn is a family-owned and operated coastal resort offering 65 guest rooms ranging from casual to luxurious. The property features an award-winning, chef-driven restaurant, nine-hole golf course, professional tennis courts, a spa, and dedicated event spaces for weddings and retreats. Executive Chef Marc Dym and Chef de Cuisine Sebastian Kaplan helm the inn’s acclaimed restaurant, known for hearty California coastal fare and beloved dishes such as Ole’s Swedish Hotcakes and Blackberry Cobbler. Breakfast is available in the dining room or via room service, while Ole’s Whale Watch Bar provides a casual setting for drinks and seasonal whale watching.
The inn is located two miles south of Mendocino at 7901 N. Highway One, Little River, CA 95456. For reservations or more information, visit www.littleriverinn.com or call 707-937-5942.
