Funny… we were there the same two days as Audrey G. and had a marvelous experience, also under the Living Social deal. Room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Had dinner one night, and it was outstanding (AND reasonably priced). Breakfast–included with the price–was amazing… have never had such great breakfasts included with room price. Didn’t have too many interactions with staff beyond greeting and checkout, which were fine (except that I can see how guests would want to be able to review charges prior to checking out— which did not appear to be an option). We did get good recommendations for where to go for a good burger the night the restaurant was closed.

Leslie d. Lafayette, CA

1/1/2012

I have to be honest here, as a small business owner, I have tried Groupon with my own business and it’s brought out the WORST customers I have EVER dealt with in my life. Even knowing that, prior to my coming here ( on a Living Social Deal) the reviews were so bas, I was prepared for a so-so experience.. UM, NO.
First off we are greeted by a delightful man named Wilson. He was so accommodating and sweet. 
The amenities themselves were not super awesome, but the grounds and the staff and the area, more than made up for that. 
If I could I would deduct 1/2 a point for the strange sink in the bathroom, and the above  noise coming from upstairs.
For 200 dollars, it was more than worth it. 
We were offered an extra night for 99, we wished we’d had the time to stay one more day. 
Also, we dealt with 3 different front desk guys, all very, very nice.. 
I think Living Social, and Groupon customers can just be difficult at times.. 
Sorry but it’s true…..

Cynthia K. San Jose, CA

12/20/2011

Just stayed here last week from Thursday to Saturday. We were supposed to stay one night but glad we stayed the next night. I was looking for an escape and this place was it, especially the Mendocino area. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the hospitality from the staff.

We also had the LivingSocial/Groupon deal and it was well worth it. Of course, read the fine print and if you do as it says, you should have no problem.

I was not expecting anything but for me to just relax and have some quiet escape. I got that at my stay there. I love food!! The breakfast there was great. The dinner was spectacular. i had the pork chops with green beans and mushrooms. So delicious!!

We stayed at the Auberge Mendocino and because it’s B&B, that’s what it was. It felt like home, comfortable, warm and inviting. First time staying at a B&B and really enjoyed it. We had the Chardonnay room and our view is the ocean, a little view but you could see it.

I know we purchased the same deal and plan to use it sometime in the Spring.

Stephen D. Sunnyvale, CA

12/12/2011

I was nervous about going to the Stevenswood after reading reviews here and on Yelp, but we had bought a voucher from bloomspot so we figured we had to at least try it. 

I have to say that our experience was entirely pleasant. We didn’t have any problems reserving our room at all, unlike some reviewers. When we arrived around 4, our room wasn’t quite ready so we took part in the *free* wine and olive oil tasting in the lobby (with our dogs, no less – meaning they were present but alas, did not taste). What better way to pass the time? The selection of wines were all local and were quite plentiful for a free wine tasting. We found out about some local wineries that we ended up loving.

We ate dinner at the Stevenswood restaurant as well – just steps away from our dogs in our room. The food was very good – my husband had the salmona and I had the tomato salad and the quail. However, the blueberry crumble dessert was awful – no flavor, unevelnly heated. Service was very good.

Our room was very large and had distant views of the ocean, as well as of the garden. The bed is a tempurpedic one and was very comfortable. The bathroom was also large and did not feel old, despite other reviews.

Overall we had a fantastic stay.

I was very pleased with my experience at Stevenswood. The price was right and the property is beautiful. Dinner was divine (we had the pork chop) and the service was friendly and professional. 
They have 2 styles of accommodations, one more upscale than the other. We stayed in the country-house and it was quite enjoyable. Expect strange decor and older carpets and furnishings. Our room was spacious, clean and quiet. It’s right by the highway so you can hear some of the car noise but it’s not overly disturbing.
What really made our stay at Stevenswood was Ethan at the front desk, the dinner experience and the outdoor private hot tub.
In light of the previous negative reviews, we did have a strange phone experience with someone there but that person did not seem to be there during our stay. Overall, it was a very enjoyable stay. Oh, and you have to do the wine/olive-oil tasting with Ken. He’s great!