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The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast..

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A view of the ocean through a window with a granite countertop and a faucet.
A lighthouse with a red top, white body, and glass enclosure, situated on a grassy area with a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, and a nightstand. There are three windows providing a view of the ocean.
A white door with a glass panel, a stone bench, and a circular window overlooking the ocean.
A dining area with a view of the ocean, wooden flooring, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Shelter Cove Marina
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Whitethorn, CA
  • Place, Mal Coombs Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast..

Welcome travelers,
We Believe you'll find this home to be the perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast. Built in 1996, we raised and homeschooled our kids here, enjoying the spectacular scenery out every window.
As empty nesters we moved one ridge inland back to our family ranch where we raise Waygu cross beef cattle and pinot noir wine grapes. We're now excited to offer our home to vacationers.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please No parking in the garage.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2981939vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

Located in Shelter Cove, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Mal Coombs Park and One Log House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shelter Cove Marina and Briceland Vineyards Winery. Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Whitethorn, CA

What's nearby

  • Mal Coombs Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Abalone Point - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Black Sands Beach - 9 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf Point Coffee + Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Delgado Pizza and Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gyppo Ale Mill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Black Sands Bistro - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Dolce - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast.. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast..?

As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast.. on 7 Oct 2026 start from AU$882, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast..?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast..?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast..?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The perfect place to explore and experience northern California's lost coast.. located?

Located in Shelter Cove, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Mal Coombs Park, Shelter Cove Marina and Abalone Point. Black Sands Beach and Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved my stay here. Checking in was easy and all the instructions were very well communicated. The place was clean and spacious. I woke up every morning to look out the window and see a family of deer grazing in front of crashing waves! It was the perfect house for my best friend and I to talk and lounge around reading and stare at the ocean for hours - plus a quick jaunt to Avenue of the Giants. A great experience, and I would happily book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with beautiful views, very relaxing to hear the waves crashing right outside the window. Easy check in and out.
Lighthouse near by
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pristine house with breathtaking views of the ocean. The house is located on the Pacific Ocean coastline. Everything was perfect, we wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We arrived at the home and were greeted by several mule deer eating 10 feet away in the yard. They were not bothered by our arrival. A few moments later a Grey fox walked by while we were unloading our car.once we were unpacked we walked.down to seal rock where there were at least 20 seals and sea lions sunning themselves as the tide move in.What a wonderful start to our stay. The next morning we were awoke by the sea lions barking. My grandson couldn't get enough. The property was very nice. The views were amazing. We saw.the seals swimming from the dining room windows. The nearby Cafe food was delicious. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2026
Dear Pam amd family, I'm so glad the wildlife greeted and entertained you during your visit. It's a special feature of the cove. The deer are actually blacktail deer, the smaller coastal cousin of the mule deer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property, photos do not do it justice! Ocean access is right out the sliding door. Everything in the house was clean and tidy, also clear communication between property renters.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply wonderful

The online photos of the property do not do it justice - it is right on the ocean - from almost all the windows, that is what you see and hear- ocean. It's beautiful. Communication/arrival/departure was super easy and there was no need to contact the hosts during our 5 night stay there. The house is well appointed with (more than what) we needed for our stay in Shelter Cove. This is a special home in a special place. We are grateful for having stayed there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay right in the coast. Roomy withe great views. It was awesome being able to see ocean life from both inside and outside the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a wonderful stay and we will definitely be back. The place was extremely clean. I had to work during our stay and had a lot of video calls and the internet connection was amazing. Being by the ocean and hearing the sound of the waves was very restorative. The views were priceless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, very nice house!

Beautiful sunset, very clean and spacious room. Thank you host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

Clean, quiet, and incredible views!! I’d come back anytime I was back in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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