Fall at Mendocino’s Little River Inn Brings Delicious Deal and Events
Fall at Mendocino’s Little River Inn Brings Delicious Deal and Events
Locals say fall is the best season in Mendocino. The crowds have departed, leaves are turning, apples are ripening, impressive local wines are being poured, the bounty of Mendocino’s famous mushrooms are appearing in succulent dishes, and sweet Dungeness crab and fresh fish is being harvested from the sea. Visitors can enjoy the leisurely pace and indulge with a relaxing stay at the coast’s most picturesque, ocean-view resort, the Little River Inn. They have a new Wine Cave Tour package to make that stay even more magical, a Mushroom and Beer Dinner and a Mushroom, Whiskey and Wine Train to savor the county’s fabulous mushrooms, and a “Winter on the Coast” discount. A feast for friends, which they call Friendsgiving, is scheduled for November 23, and brings special pricing on rooms along with a gourmet four-course dinner. And for the first time ever, this November Little River Inn offers a package that allows guests to both fish and crab at the same time – something which is not permitted every year, with their exclusive Fishing and Crabbing package.
This being the quiet season, great values are available at the inn. Guests can take advantage of the “Winter on the Coast” special from November 1, 2024, through February 28, 2025, with discounts of $25-$75 off rooms. This deal is good Sundays through Thursdays, excluding holidays.
The nearby Anderson Valley is a wine-lover’s paradise and Little River Inn has a unique package that allows guests to learn about local wines like an insider. Their Wine Cave Tour package is a behind the scenes look at Twomey Winery, including a wine cave tour for two, a bonus pour, keepsake glasses, and half off shipping when it’s time to send some wines home. Guests experience some of the best wines Mendocino has to offer, while strolling the Twomey estate and exploring the hillside wine cave. Also included with the package are two nights in any room type (must include a Saturday or Sunday), and Little River Inn’s handmade fudge waiting in the room. Tours are Saturday or Sunday at 11AM. Must be 21 or older. No pets allowed.
Mendocino’s Little River Inn
All aboard the Mushroom, Whiskey and Wine Train for talks, walks, wine, whiskey, and those delectable mushrooms! The Skunk Train journeys deep into the redwoods, winding its way along the world-famous Redwood Route to a mushroom and whiskey wonderland at The Glen. Once arrived, revelers will sip local wines, delight in mushroom tidbits, cozy up to a campfire, and be impressed by local whiskeys. Tickets are $195 per person. This is a fundraiser event benefiting MendoParks. Departing from the Fort Bragg Depot at 11AM on November 2, 2024, this event is 21 and over. Every guest must present an ID to board the train. No pets allowed.
Then, on Friday, November 8, the Inn gets serious about beer at their Mushroom and Beer Dinner. Chef Dym and Russian River Brewmaster Vinnie Cilurzo (of Pliny the Elder fame) collaborate to offer delicious surprises and eye-opening intel on brewing and mushrooms while attendees are treated to a six-course dinner of gourmet mushroom dishes paired with extraordinary brews. Friday, November 8, 2023, 6:30PM at Little River Inn. Tickets are $175 per person. More details to come!
For the entire month of November (excluding a few blackout dates), Little River Inn is able to offer guests a rare opportunity to fish and crab at the same time. Their Fishing and Crabbing package includes an excursion on a boat to catch local fish and succulent Dungeness crab, perfect for holiday feasting. Guests embark at 7AM from the docks in Noyo Harbor to capture Rock Fish (up to 10 per person) and up to two Ling Cod. Then on the boat’s return, they’ll pull crab pots (up to ten crabs per person). For an added charge, they can clean the fish and cook the crabs (the crab cooker will be ready when the boat gets back to the harbor). Included with the package is guidance on getting a fishing license. The package costs $200 per person, not including accommodations. Guest can call 888-INN-LOVE to book a room and schedule a time to go fishing.
As November winds down, a Friendsgiving is in the offing. A new twist on the traditional holiday, groups of friends can celebrate with their chosen family, savoring a lavish, seasonal feast on Saturday, November 23. In honor of the occasion, rooms can be booked at an attractive price. The more the merrier, as discounts of 10% off two rooms are available, 15% off three rooms, 20% off four rooms, all the way up to 25% off five or more rooms. Dates must include the night of Saturday, November 23, 2024. There is a two-night and two-room minimum. Must reserve by November 10, 2024. Reserve online at www.littleriverinn.com using code FRIENDS24, or for more flexibility, call 888-INN-LOVE.
About Little River Inn
Little River Inn is a family-owned and operated historic resort in Northern California that is home to a chef-driven restaurant, a nine-hole Audubon-certified golf course (suitable for all skill levels), professional tennis courts, and the friendliest service on the Mendocino Coast. Ideal for the entire family (and pet-friendly as well), the Inn has 65 guest rooms ranging from the economical to the luxurious. Several private meeting and special event spaces with stunning ocean and garden views make the Inn an excellent venue for small- to medium-sized events and corporate retreats. The restaurant, helmed by CIA-trained Executive Chef Marc Dym, is a destination unto itself and the delicious, often hearty California coastal cuisine has a dedicated following, with many items, such as Ole’s Swedish Hotcakes and the Blackberry Cobbler, lauded by visitors and locals alike. The dinner menu can be enjoyed in the charming dining room or outdoor garden area, while breakfast is available via room service, to be savored from the comfort of one’s own private deck (or even in bed). Ole’s Whale Watch Bar is a classic local hangout where guests gather for libations or a casual bite, and at certain times of the year, to watch the migration of the gray whales. The Inn also offers massage services in both the spa room and in-room. Overseen by fifth-generation owner Cally Dym, Little River Inn was proud to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2019.
Little River Inn is located two miles south of Mendocino overlooking the Pacific Ocean, at 7901 N. Highway One, Little River, CA 95456. For reservations and additional information, call 707.937.5942 or visit www.littleriverinn.com.
