Introduction / Description
Encompassing seven microclimates on 2,000 acres of land, 1 ½ miles of rugged coastline and 20 miles of trails, The Inn at Newport Ranch is the perfect escape from the bustle of modern life. Our magnificent scenery and genuine hospitality set the standard for California ranch vacations; we invite you to see why.
Located 20 miles north of the town of Mendocino, The Inn at Newport Ranch is the new kid on the block. This six-room inn was constructed on the site of the former logging town of Newport, on a working 2,000-acre cattle ranch. After five years of construction, the oceanfront property opened its doors in August 2015.
Arrival & Car Parking
Access wasn’t overlooked in the construction either. Accessible parking is located near the front door in a crushed gravel lot, with level access through wide doors to the main building. Inside there’s barrier-free access to the library, living room and dining area, with level access to the wrap-around ocean view deck.
Accessible Rooms & Bathrooms / Accessibility
A massive 20-foot wide stone fireplace — with some of the stones weighing over a ton — dominates the living room. The larger stones had to be hoisted in place with a crane, before the roof and walls were added. Equal attention to detail was paid to the construction of the living room floor, which features salvaged old growth redwood planks. In a word, the architecture and design are simply stunning, as they highlight the natural beauty of the Northern California coast.
The accessible Newport Suite is located next door in the equally stunning Redwood House. The building is named for the 25-foot tall bark-on redwood trees that act as the support structure as well as add an interesting architectural feature. Form and function at its finest. It’s almost as if you are in the middle of a forest.
Although there’s no designated parking directly outside the accessible room, there’s room enough to park right next to the level walkway that leads to the Newport Suite. Access features inside include wide doorways, level thresholds and good pathway access. The suite features an open floor plan — a plus for ambiance and access — and it’s decorated with old logging photos of the namesake town.
The living room features a wood burning fireplace with an antique mantle, with two easy chairs and a rocker surrounding it. There’s also a 14-inch high sleeper sofa tucked over in an alcove, with a privacy curtain to block off the area. The full kitchen features a refrigerator and stove and it’s equipped with a good selection of pots, pans and dishes. The adjacent dining room is surround by windows and offers a nice ocean view.
Like the living room alcove, the bedroom area has a curtain that can be closed for privacy. Its furnished with a 26-inch high queen-sized bed with wheelchair access on both sides. The adjacent bathroom features a full five-foot turning radius and is equipped with a roll-in shower with grab bars, and a fold-down shower seat next to the lowered hand-held showerhead. The toilet grab bars are located on the back and right walls (as seated), and the oversized double vanity features plenty of knee space for wheelchair-users.
Out back there’s level access to the patio table and chairs, and there’s also a private hot tub in a small enclosure near the bedroom. All and all it’s a very spacious, comfortable and accessible room.
Guests are treated to evening appetizers and wine by the fire in the winter, and by the outside fire circle in warmer weather. Both venues are equally accessible for wheelchair-users and slow walkers. A hearty ranch breakfast is also served in the morning. Suffice it to stay it’s substantial and includes, eggs, bacon, pancakes, pastries, fruit and a few ranch specialties. It’s the perfect way to top off a stay on the romantic California coast.
