Home | Mendocino County | Mendocino | 95460 | 44900 Little Lake Rd
MLS: CRC1-11230 | Status: Active | Price: $2,995,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 2 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 /1 | 2,894 | 1.2 | 1855 |
Perched above Friendship Park on the high side of Mendocino Village, the historic Spencer Hills House has quietly presided over the coastal landscape since 1855. One of the village's most distinguished Victorian residences, the home sits on a remarkable 1.2-acre parcel, an uncommon expanse within the historic district, with layered views across village rooftops, classic water towers, the mouth of Big River, and the Pacific Ocean beyond.Recognized by fans around the world as the home of Cabot Cove's beloved physician, Dr. Seth Hazlitt, the property appeared in the iconic television series Murder, She Wrote. For admirers of the long-running show, the residence remains a familiar part of Mendocino's cinematic identity and adds a memorable cultural chapter to its long history.Architecturally, Spencer Hills House reflects the craftsmanship of early Mendocino builders. Distinctive custom milled trim unique to the residence highlights the artistry of the period. Interior ceiling heights are notably generous for a Victorian of this vintage, creating spaces that feel open and welcoming. Expansive windows capture changing coastal light and illuminate wide plank wood floors and preserved period details that lend warmth and authenticity throughout the interiors.The home has benefited from si
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | CRC1-11230 |
| MLS Source | California Regional MLS |
| Days on Site | 107 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Primary Suite/Retreat - 2+ |
| Kitchen | Other |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Other, Refrigerator |
| Dining Room | Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room |
| Fireplace | Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Two-Way, Wood Burning |
| Laundry | In Laundry Room |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air, Fireplace, Propane |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Pool | None |
| Style | Victorian |
| Horse Property | Yes |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Garage, Off-Street Parking, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Water | Other, Private, Well |
| Zoning | MRM |
Meg Wilson
Mendo Sotheby's International Realty
License #: 01720911
Phone: (707) 357-7781
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mendocino Sunrise High School | public | 9-12 | 0.24 mi | N/A |
| Mendocino High School | public | 9-12 | 0.24 mi | 9 |
| Mendocino Alternative School | public | K-12 | 0.32 mi | N/A |
| Mendocino K-8 | public | K-8 | 0.72 mi | 6 |
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44900 Little Lake Rd | $2,995,000 | 5 | 2/1 | 2,894 | Active |
| 45070 Main St | $2,950,000 | 1 | 1/1 | 3,235 | Active |
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