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Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast

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Primary suite
Primary suite
Mermaid guest room
Mermaid Guest room
Balcony off Primary suite & Mermaid guest room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Mermaid guest room

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

Surf suite

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast

This home sits above the Pacific Ocean on Northern California’s Lost Coast. It is located in a quiet peaceful neighborhood for those who want to escape, kick back & enjoy the pristine wilderness of the Kings Range. Hiking, biking and various ocean activities are just steps away. Ocean views from every room and everything you need to enjoy a night or a couple of weeks.
After exploring the area at the end of your day drift off to sleep to the sound of waves hitting the shoreline!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please add $25 per pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not make beds that have been slept in. Leave unmade
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours 10pm - 8 am Park in driveway Clean up after pets No parties or events No smoking indoors

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2897352vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Shelter Cove

Shelter Cove is home to this holiday home. Mal Coombs Park and One Log House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree.
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Whitethorn, CA

What's nearby

  • Black Sands Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Abalone Point - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Humboldt County Office - 58 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Garberville Town Square - 58 min drive - 49.1 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mario's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surf Point Coffee + Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mi Mochima - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gyppo Ale Mill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Delgado Pizza and Bakery - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Ballena of the Lost Coast located?

Situated in Shelter Cove, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Black Sands Beach and Abalone Point. Shelter Cove Marina and Mal Coombs Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top notch!

This place is amazing. Wonderfully furnished. Views are incredible. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful home with even more amazing views. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location

We really enjoyed this house and location. Amazing sunsets and unbelievable views. It was great for our family of 4 but would be good for larger families as well. Great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stay

It's a windy drive to get there, but beautiful! We were there for 1 night on our way up the PCH.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josslyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Must stay!

We had an amazing time at Pauline’s house. The view is to die for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable

Without a doubt the most picturesque place we have ever stayed. We were only there for one night, but wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The lost coast

Rested after a long lost coast hike. Just a beautiful home, brand new hot tub and a most amazing view and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas at the coast

We were pleasantly surprised to find a Christmas tree and other Christmas decorations waiting for our four-generation family that gathered to celebrate Christmas together--how thoughtful of our host! This home is clean, comfortable and has a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surfing Reunion

Waking up to the breath-taking view of Black Sands Beach and the Pacific Ocean was worth it’s weight in gold. The kitchen had everything we needed with beautiful new appliances. Very comfy beds. We loved sitting outside in the Adirondack chairs and just taking in the ocean breezes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for being such wonderful guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous seaside views!

Lovely house with absolutely beautiful ocean views! It was foggy when we arrived at night and early in the morning but it cleared by late morning; even in the fog it’s very atmospheric and nice to hear the waves. The house is spacious and well-equipped—the kitchen is great for cooking a group meal. An easy walk down to Black Sands Beach and short drive to Shelter Cove. We only stayed one night but wish we could have stayed longer! Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

incredible view

We visited for the redwoods but this home has such an incredible view and the town has fabulous hiking and beaches you could stay there the entire time and never leave, it sets on a cliff with a view below of waves crashing on the rocks and a black sands/pebbles beach, the little town has groceries and restaurants but you may like to check the opening times, the road leading to shelter cove is twisty and winding up and down a mountain quite a distance and it is quite remote, if you just want to get away from it all this is the place, the home is clean and nicely decorated, we had a fabulous time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
Thank you for being such wonderful guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Place

The views, the fresh flowers, the location, the response from Paulina, all top notch. They will need to do some upgrades to the building but all their neighbors will need the same; this is the pacific north coast. For us (three adult couples) it was perfect. Lovely layout, a night around the grill and chiminea as the stars came out, three separate sleeping areas (one bedroom is connected to a loft with two singles so be aware), and a laundry! For us LCT hikers it was great. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ls o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A slice of heaven...

It really was something. <3 The Lost Coast is a befitting name for the location. The owners have it down. Comfortable, clean and clear directions for the house and surrounding area. While we misjudged the ride in and shld have allowed more time and earlier in the day, the destination more than made up for it. We'd go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful as expected!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Pauline York

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