This is a charming, brand new, 800 sq. ft. 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage above a 2 car garage centrally located in McKinleyville. Secluded in a quiet neighborhood there is ample parking as you enjoy an abundance of activities along the North Coast. Close by are beach combing, bird watching, sights that are a photographer’s dream and Redwood National Park. Humboldt State University is located in Arcata and is known as the “Garden Campus” of the California State University system. The cottage has spacious bedrooms with one queen bed, one double futon, and one queen futon in the living room. The bathroom has a tub/shower. The kitchen is fully stocked with lots of counter space, dishwasher, gas stove and French door refrigerator. There is also an island that is great for eating and conversations when meals are being prepared. The island is also movable to accommodate your needs. There are lots of windows for sun in the morning and great sunsets in the evening. The Hammond Trail is the path the logging train hauled logs to the mill 100 years ago and now is a very popular walking/biking path that ends at Clam Beach. 10 minute walk to movie theater, grocery store, K Mart, McDonald's or the transit system. There is WiFi and this is no smoking rental, inside or anywhere on the property. No pets and the cottage is not handicap accessible. This is a great base for your North Coast adventure. Hammond Trail (5.5 miles long) .9 miles Arcata 6 miles Eureka 14 miles Trinidad 10.5 miles Redwood National Park 27 miles Clam Beach 5.3 miles
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 4274614
About the area
McKinleyville
McKinleyville is home to this cottage. McKinleyville Totem Pole and Arcata Theatre Lounge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Beau Pre Golf Club and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels are also worth visiting. Rafting and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 7 min drive - 8.9 km
Sequoia Park Zoo - 27 min drive - 27.9 km
Redwood National and State Parks - 47 min drive - 59.4 km
Getting around
Eureka Station - 18 min drive
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
Dutch Bros Coffee - 5 min drive
The Bigfoot Taproom - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Taco Bell - 12 min walk
Fogline Coffee - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hammond Trail Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hammond Trail Cottage?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hammond Trail Cottage on 14 Apr 2026 start from AU$217, 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 Hammond Trail Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hammond Trail Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hammond Trail Cottage?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hammond Trail Cottage located?
Situated in McKinleyville, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from McKinleyville Totem Pole and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hiller Dog Park and Beau Pre Golf Club. Azalea State Natural Reserve and Mad River Beach County Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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You are very kind. We are are glad you enjoyed your visit and you have a wonderful family. It was our pleasure to host you as you visited this beautiful part of the world.
The Hammond Trail Cottage is a wonderful find! Easy check-in process, quiet, and cozy. The front balcony is perfect for morning coffee and the backyard/gardens are gorgeous! Kitchen is equipped with all necessities. The owners are friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. Overall, one of my favorite Vrbo stays so far.
We loved our stay. The rental is nicely decorated, spacious, and has everything you need to have a pleasant stay. The rental is affordable and the property owner is on site, which made me and my mom feel more secure about staying somewhere new. Will stay again.
Katie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your visit to the North Coast. Look forward to seeing you again.
We enjoyed our stay at the Hammond Trail Cottage. It was clean and comfortable. Communication with the host was great too. We would definitely stay again.
The place was great. Clean and updated, with easy access to the shore and Red woods. Loved the location. Would definitely stay again. The host were great with communication and helpful with any questions we had.
Enjoyed a quick trip to the coast and appreciated the convenience and cleanliness of the Hammond Trail Cottage. Easy to find, close to the beach and stores.
Stephanie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you for the nice review and for leaving the Cottage clean. Hope you will enjoy the North Coast again sometime.
We enjoyed our stay. We had the privilege of meeting the owner and he was very nice and helpful. The house was very clean and felt very safe. It was nice that there were several mirrors in the house which allows more people to get ready especially with it being one bathroom. The only recommendation I would make is to be clearer that the one-bedroom folds out into a full-size bed which is a bit small for two people. I would definitely stay again.
Ken was great! Met us when we pulled in. Had great suggestions of places to visit. Backyard is gorgeous! Corn hole and ax throwing (even if it was all plastic) was a for sure bonus for us.
Beautiful lush gardens in the yard, clean and welcoming home with great fabrics and amenities. The gas furnace was really good for cold nights and added to our experience. Modern and clean, would come back!
Kirsten R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2025
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your visit to the North Coast.
Loved this property and loved working with the hosts. Perfectly described in the listing and probably even better than described. Clean, well furnished, and if you get a chance to explore the backyard, it is really impressive. Overall, I highly recommend and we hope to be back!!