Hidden in the plain sight is this stunning story-book 4 bed 2 bath home on a level 0.79 acre parcel just outside Mendocino Village! First time on the market after 138 years. Well loved historical building without the restrictions. House was built in 1880 and was sold to the current owner family 5 years later. Upstairs has views of the ocean, Mendocino village and Big River bay. Stairway has the popular dust corners for the era. 3 bedrooms and 1 full Bath with separate clawfoot tub and shower are on the upper story. Vintage high ceiling kitchen has a working antique refrigerator and an antique wood cooking stove. Behind the fireplace in living room is small library with an antique telephone and door to a small deck to take a coffee break. Southern exposure upper and lower decks were new in 2022 with details to match the historical characters. 50-yr new roofing was installed in 2022. Check with the County for a possible ADU etc. Plenty of level space!