$2,995,000

44900 Little Lake Road, Mendocino, CA 95460

  • 5 beds |
  • 3 baths |
  • 2,894 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1855
  • Property Lot Size Icon1.2acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $1,035/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 2 months ago

Property Description

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

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
January 6, 2026
Data Last Updated:
April 6, 2026 at 12:06AM
Listing Office:
Mendo Sotheby's International Realty : 707-937-5822
Listing Agent:
Meg Wilson : 707-357-7781
MLS ID:
CRC1-11230
  • General: OfficeStorageBreakfast BarUpdated Kitchen
  • Appliances: DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorTankless Water Heater
  • Laundry: 220 Volt OutletLaundry Room
  • Flooring: Wood
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: PropaneWood StoveCentralFireplace(s)
  • Fireplace: Living RoomTwo-WayWood BurningOtherFireplace
  • General: GardenBack YardFront YardOther
  • Style: Victorian
  • Pool: None
  • Parking: DetachedOtherGarage Faces Front
  • General: Redwood SidingFrame2Concrete Perimeter
  • HOA Amenities: Park
  • Originating MLS: CRMLS
  • County: Mendocino
  • Zoning: MRM1191402400
  • View: WaterOtherOcean
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water: Private
  • Source: CRMLS

This listing courtesy of Meg Wilson , Mendo Sotheby's International Realty

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  • Property Taxes $
  • Home Insurance $
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Location

Schools Nearby

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Mendocino Alternative

45220 Covelo St, Mendocino, CA, 95460

Grades KG-12

0.30 miles away

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Mendocino Alternative

45220 Covelo St, Mendocino, CA, 95460

Grades KG-12

0.30 miles away

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Mendocino Sunrise High School

10700 Ford St, Mendocino, CA, 95460

Grades 9-12

0.24 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.