Mar Vista Farm + Cottages

"We had a beautiful stay at Mar Vista! It was a rainy and wet stay but our young kids loved jumping in puddles, collecting eggs from the girls and following the resident cats around. The cabins have everything you should need and many small adventures on the property. We really enjoyed the beautiful fern filled hike to the creek and step filled journey to the beach. ( I recommend for the older children). Cab and Deanna are the greatest of hosts. We ended the trip with a lovely little fire with Smore’s and the freshest made salad from the bountiful garden for dinner. Safe to say we loved our stay! We’ll definitely be back!"

"My husband and I had a wonderful time at Mar Vista. Cab and Deanna were wonderful, welcoming hosts and provided excellent communication. The location was lovely and the cottage was super sweet and very clean. Our highlights included farm fresh eggs every morning, beach access with tide pools, and the fireplace in our cottage. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back!"

"My husband and I were fortunate enough to stay here with his family last month, to celebrate his Grandmother's 90th Birthday! When we were told we'd all be staying here, I started to do some research about the property and the area. Reading all the reviews, checking out their social media and website, etc. The reviews left me wanting to know more and also left me curious about these stairs to the beach lol. Because of a delayed flight, we arrived after dark. Cab & Deanna were gracious enough to text us with instructions as to where to park and where to find the key to the cottage. The breakfast basket was phenomenal! The bacon and fruit were so delicious and went amazingly well with Mar Vista's fresh eggs! It was so exciting being greeted by a basket of fresh eggs every day. My husband and I stayed in Cottage #1, which is directly across from the chicken coop. The cottage was clean and cozy. Locally made soaps are in the bathroom, with plenty of towels. The gas fireplace heat up the whole cottage surprisingly well. After all the research I did, I was very excited to meet Cab & Deanna. They're wonderful people who have poured so much love into Mar Vista and it really does show! My husband and I attended a guided mediation Cab was hosting at the lookout deck with a stunning view of the ocean. It was so peaceful and something we really needed. The reviews stated having to cross a highway to get to the beach. It's not a typical highway, it's a more quiet road than I was expecting. Mar Vista has private access to the beach. You are provided a key to the gate. It's a nice little walk and then the infamous stairs greet you lol. They weren't too difficult, it can be a bit much for some people. I have asthma and needed to take a couple breaks along the way. But the end destination was so worth it! The last step to the beach is a little high up, so it may be a little tricky. There is also a trail behind Cottages 1-4 that lead you into the beautiful woods. Again, if you have some physical/health issues, the full trail may be a challenge as well. The trail does get very challenging. The creek area is nice which is just at the beginning of the trail. We made friends with one of the kitties along the trail. We had our own little guide at the beginning lol. The glass house is a wonderful place to have a gathering. There is a little shop in the Red Cottage. I couldn't resist getting their new water bottle and tumbler, a hat, the locally made soaps, and some postcards. Staying here is more than what I expected. It was so peaceful and a great place to just give the mind a break for a bit. Yes, there is wifi in the cottages. And we still had good service on the grounds as well. But we enjoyed the moments and memories we were making and didn't really think about cell service anyway. We harvested from the veggie and flower gardens. Everything was just so delicious! And it was fun to actually pick your own fresh veggies and go back to a cottage to cook up a great meal. My husband and I would love to stay here again. It truly was a magical place. I highly recommend staying here. It's great for families, couples, and even individuals who just need a break. I highly suggest staying here. The drive is worth it. Cab, Deanna, thank you so much for everything that weekend! We made some amazing memories!"

"I stayed for a weekend at Mar Vista with some friends this summer to attend a wedding nearby, and I wished sooo badly that we had booked the whole week. What a special, stunning, exceedingly well-appointed and hospitable place. Thank you so much to our hosts for facilitating such a restful and beautiful stay. We felt so at peace at Mar Vista, and we loved being able to harvest food from the garden for an epic brunch back at our cottage. No detail is missed here, and we were so appreciative of the time we got to spend here. The beach yoga class was also a major highlight. I can't wait to come back to Mar Vista for a longer visit next time. Thank you thank you thank you for creating and sharing such a dreamy space!"

"Wow! Can't say enough wonderful things about this place. Everything is very thoughtfully planned and you have everything you need to make yourselves comfortable. We stayed in a one bedroom cabin/cottage for 4 nights using it as a jumping off point for hikes in the surrounding region. The daily delivery of fresh eggs was a great treat as well. 10/10 recommend."