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Family-friendly, waterfront home w/ ocean views above Scenic Houda Point

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On the beach
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Trinidad, CA
  • Luffenholtz Beach County Park
    17 min walk
  • Merryman's Beach House on Moonstone Beach
    19 min walk
  • Arcata (Cal Poly Humboldt) Bus Station
    14 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    7 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-friendly, waterfront home w/ ocean views above Scenic Houda Point

Seaside Meadow

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Inhale the scent of coastal pines and relax overlooking a 180-degree panoramic view of the coastal bluffs. Flooded with warmth and sunlight, the living room reveals the original redwood barn built in 1906 that was later converted in 1950 to the enchanting home you’ll find today. Let the ambiance of the wood-burning stove and the sound of crashing waves erase your every day worries. Explore the nearby redwoods, surf, and historic towns before stargazing around the fire. This unique, family-friendly coastal gem is perfect for nature enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone in need of a breath of fresh ocean air. Sit out on the upper balcony above the living room for a great view of the outdoors. For those who prefer the indoors, relax in the lower living room and take in the ambiance and warmth of the wood stove. The kitchen is well-appointed with all the basic amenities, the shared dining room space seats six, and the breakfast bar in the kitchen seats four. Enjoy an authentic Northern California experience and discover the century's worth of history within the redwood walls of this beautiful home.

What's nearby:
With a unique perspective above Scenic Houda Point (Camel Rock) and downtown Trinidad, this historic home provides access to the ultimate coastal experience. Walk down secluded trails to the multiple beaches and famous Trinidad surf spots nearby. Dine overlooking the ocean in the private backyard or at the Moonstone Grill only a mile away. Take a scenic six-minute drive down the retired Highway 1 (now Scenic Drive) to downtown Trinidad and indulge in the sea-oriented local cuisine and culture. Only a short drive away is Northern California’s famous old-growth redwood forests to explore on foot, bike, horseback, or car at one of the many drive-through redwood trees. Explore the historic and unique Northern California towns while creating lasting memories at the scenic Cliff House. There is even a nearby man-made trail down to Scenic Drive, where you can access multiple beaches on foot. Just a little over a mile down the coast, dine by the water at Moonstone Grill for amazing food and breathtaking ocean views. And if you want to explore the Prairie Creek Redwoods National and State Park (RNSP), Lady Bird Johnson Grove, Tall Trees Grove, Prairie Creek, Lost Man Creek, and Trillium Falls, they're all about 30 miles north. A comprehensive guide including all the must-see attractions, activities, tours, parks, trails, and wellness activities in Trinidad and Northern California is included with your stay! Find it waiting for you upon arrival at the Cliff House.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Crib provided

** Parties and other events are not allowed on this property
*** The entry portion of the driveway is shared with people who rent part of the field for their horses. This field is not part of the rental and is away from the house. The owner/caretaker of the horses will not disturb guests during their stay

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Luffenholtz Beach County Park. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Clam Beach and a few minutes from Trinidad Museum
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2610 sq ft (242 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
31019

Family-friendly, waterfront home w/ ocean views above Scenic Houda Point Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 167 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 167 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari D.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
loved it
we loved the place. perfect for a family stay. beautiful viess and vert private
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
California Dreaming
The house is exactly as described. Felt "homey" the second we walked in. Very clean and obviously loved by the owners of the house. Sitting in the backyard with a glorious view of the ocean from three different perspectives was a dream. Loved eating the fresh blackberries and watching the California quails. Would 100% stay here again. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Location
Beautiful views of the ocean and in a quiet and peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time.
Everyone had a great time. The views of the ocean were great and the sunsets were awesome. Well stxked home. Hope to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location!
Large, private, quiet property with incredible ocean view. Enjoyed beautiful evening sunsets around the fire pit. House is old with a lot of character. Had everything we needed for meals there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great! Backyard is awesome!
Lovely place! Big kitchen, great backyard with view of the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Large, secluded property with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Home was cozy but a little dated. Other than that it was a nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dai M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Imaculate, but Thumbs Down for VaCasa Prop Mgmt
Lovely location & lovely 4 BR home. We booked for just 2 nights. But without an earlier checkin (especially in winter), I'd go elsewhere for a future 2 night stay. I could tell by the calendar, the home was vacant prior to our arrival. So it seems like a checkin earlier than 4pm should have permissible. But this property uses a corp prop mgr named "Vacasa" Well, I found it impossible to reach someone of authority. When I tried to "contact the owner" about an early check in, I received an automated reply from Vacasa saying that I'd be notified by email on arrival day if an early checkin was possible. No permission was received, so we arrived at 4:15pm to a home that was 56 degrees. All other rentals I've stated at had some sort of "welcome" binder with operating instructions. This home only had a laminated card on what to do for checkout. So I had to figure out how to start the two furnaces. One was pretty easy, the other required some programming. The fireplace had one giant log with no kindling or fire starter. The power cord for the fireplace fan was too short to reach the outlet. The outside firepit had no firewood. None of these complaints would be an issue for a longer stays. But we didn't know the area, at 4:30pm on a Fri is not an ideal time to go hunting for firewood. I called the 3 numbers I had for Vacasa. VM for 2 of them, the person that answered the 3rd call was unable to help. I would come again for a longer stay. Pretty views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking trip before sons jr year at college
Loved the bluff overlooking the ocean - was outside by the fence watching surfers on one side and quaint bay on the other. House was quaint and comfortable cottage style home. Kitchen was very well stocked. I made muffins for the hungry hikers and cooked a few meals with everything there that was needed. A little remotely located but could easily drive to beach or town. Access to national park close by. The tide pools at nearby beach was a favorite spot and the sea glass we found there in the gravels. Hikes in the redwoods by day and beach at sunset. Really nice unexpected trip with my son and his college roommates before they went back to start their junior year at Colorado State. Trinidad Pier was stunning - saw an otter and sea lion
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review of area
We were not super familiar with the area as this was our first time. I was surprised that many of the surrounding towns didn’t feel touristy. The town of Trinidad is absolutely adorable however and a perfect tourist destination. This house is nearby (though you have to drive). This location has a unique farm/coastal vibe as it is an old farmhouse located on the waters bluff. The house is old but has character.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
Our family found this home comfortable, clean and spacious. The views are incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely place
Very pleasant and enjoyable property with a great view and outdoor area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christina B., Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
We could not have chosen a better location for our family of 5 to enjoy both the Redwoods and the gorgeous California coastline! We spent two days exploring Redwood National Park and loved our easy access to several beaches where we treasure hunted in tide pools for starfish and other marine life. Sunset from this property is breathtaking!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable sunset views
This house was charming and the yard was amazing with the few overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I really liked being able to hear the ocean through the windows at night and the beautiful woodwork inside the home made me feel like I was on some sort of old time sea vessel. Very romantic and charming. My wife and children loved this place as did I. Only 30 to 40 minutes away from the best redwoods on earth
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

quan h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warmth and cozy home with beautiful view
The home was readied for us prior to our arrival. We love the area and would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chrisan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
a wonderful home feel with a great view
The home is in a fabulous quiet neighborhood that over looks the ocean. Only a couple minutes to the beach. Such a special spot to stay. My family and I enjoyed it so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trinidad Long Weekend
Our family of eight just spent a 4-day weekend in Trinidad at Westhaven-Moonstone. The house was perfect for us! Beds for everyone with warm bedding. Kitchen was well appointed with plenty of dishes, pots & pans, coffee makers and other kitchen appliances. It was nice to have washer/dryer too. The best thing was the view of the ocean. We were fortunate to have some relaxing mornings watching the surfers and beautiful sunsets in the evenings. Lots of great beaches near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wisconsinites Dream Home
Nine seasoned adults from Wisconsin fell in love with the views of the ocean and cool nights. The home was comfortable, open and relaxing. The location was a short drive to so many options while the house felt like we owned the whole cliff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sommar W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seaside meadow
We stayed with our family and my sisters family. Lots of room and fun things for kids of all ages. We especially liked all the amenities in the kitchen to cook having 9 people in our party. Thanks for the wonderful stay! Watson Family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer P., Napa, California

Disliked: Cleanliness
Musty, old house with dirt and odors
Buyer beware. You need to know what you're getting into booking this house. I wish someone had warned us. The exterior is rusted, covered in dirt, webs and grime. Outbuildings on the property are full of junk and falling apart. The interior smells thickly of mold and must. Heavily dusty on top of all windows and mantles. We had to leave early because the odors from the house made us all sick. Headaches, runny noses, coughs that would get better during the day when we were out and worsen once we returned. We all tested daily and were/are covid negative. We simply cannot figure out how previous reviews have not mentioned the stench. This is a very old , thinly constructed house that has sat in moisture for decades. For the price, you would expect to have shades for wall lamps, better quality than plastic chairs, and more than cheap single-ply paper towels and toilet paper - etc. So disappointing. We were misled by the advertising for this property and hope that they will tell people up front how truly old and funky this house is.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Camille C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quiet
Really loved this property. Lots of land overlooking water. House has charming decor, nice layout, beautiful views! Trinidad state beach is close by- very nice. My only recommendation is if you're fussy about pillows ( I am) I'd bring your own.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
California Fun
Great home, magnificent location…. The home was clean, plenty of towels, comfortable beds, and the kitchen had EVERYTHING needed for cooking meals. The backyard with fire pit was incredible. This property is awesome, and I would recommend it to any family for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rxcellent
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vivian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Point Property
The property is really beautiful and large, with enough space outside to host a picnic or sit by the fire pit. It has a beautiful view of the ocean and is close to Trinidad and Arcata. The amenities inside are nice. We tried stargazing but the weather can get cloudy at night. A very comfortable house to spend a vacation in!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022