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Rustic Coastal Smith River Cottage w/ Ocean Views!

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A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, wooden tables, a fireplace, and a stone wall.
A yellow single-story house with a garage, a small front yard with grass and purple flowers, and a cloudy sky.
A grassy area with a small island in the water.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window overlooking a forested area.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a large window overlooking a forested area.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Smith River

Popular amenities

  • Street parking available
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Smith River, CA
  • Place, Ship Ashore Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lucky 7 Casino
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Smith River

Located in Smith River, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Map
Smith River, CA

What's nearby

  • Ship Ashore Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Smith River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lucky 7 Casino - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Myrtle Beach Campground - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 17 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House of Howonquet - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ship Ashore Restaurant And Cocktail Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lolita’s Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alta's Burger Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rivers End Restaurant and Lounge - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Coastal Smith River Cottage w/ Ocean Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Coastal Smith River Cottage w/ Ocean Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Coastal Smith River Cottage w/ Ocean Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Coastal Smith River Cottage w/ Ocean Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ship Ashore Museum and Smith River. Myrtle Beach Campground and Lucky 7 Casino are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setting right on the ocean. Enjoyed the birds , blackberries and sunsets
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous views in a cozy cabin

We had a wonderful stay here for our teip to the redwoods. The views of the bay are spectacular and we saw tons of wildlife
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet place

House was spacious and had a beautiful view of the water. Clean and had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The view is everything

Fantastic views from this rustic cottage. Very quiet location . Everyone we met as we walked around the area was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great View

Tremendous view of the Pacific Ocean. We spent some time just watching the pelicans gathering on and above the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely View!

The listing was just as described. Easy check in, comfortable setting. The view is unmatched!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Granddaughter graduation trip

The location was just what we wanted. Close to the redwoods, shopping, activities such as rafting,horseback riding. Then to come back and relax and watch otters play,birds soar and the ocean. Spacious and clean. We loved our stay. Helpful staff also. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Views!

Older place but excellent views with lots of wildlife viewing from the cottage windows. Bring binoculars. The hummingbirds love the flowers around the cottage. We would stay here again! Management was very responsive with communication and good instructions. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smith River

The cottage was clean and well maintained. The views out the front window were amazing. You can see sea lions just a short walk or drive away. We watched a group of otters every morning swim around the rock formations at low tide. The stars at night were plentiful. There is plenty of good hiking in the area. The kitchen has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Could use some sprucing up

Spectacular view, a little older And more wear and tear than the picture showed carpet could use replacing and cabinets don’t close. Bathroom is renovated nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Hi, we take guest feedback seriously and passed your comments on to the homeowner who would like to share the following: We are glad you chose our home and we are sorry your stay was not what you expected. Glad you enjoyed the view and our bathroom renovation. Always trying to make progress in upgrades and we will look into more in the future. We use local, professional photographers so the listing photos correctly reflect the property. We do all we can to make our homes the best possible stays, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests. Thank you for your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kitchen

Very nice, need to fix the floors better cleanig by the t oilet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, location
At 1st nobody at office at check-in (5:30) after we had come from Florida on cross-country flight. We were fortunate to encounter an office worker (Adriana) driving around the entire property. After presenting her with valid receipts she gave us lock-box entry info.After that initial negativity everything was very good. The property was clean/ views from the Prop were excellent. Overall, I was pleased with my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
From the owner: "We apologize for the disconnect. We do try and reach out to guests 1 week before check-in via telephone, email, and text. We are glad you enjoyed your visit with us."
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was absolutely amazing. Plenty of space, very hot during summer days in livingroom, ceiling fans would be a nice addition, backyard could use a little redoing for sitting outside. It’s very charming and very close to restaurants and local sites. SeaQuake is a must to see. Well stocked kitchen, bathroom, etc. the views outside the livingroom is the best part. Hummingbirds, sea lions, pelicans, birds. Blackout curtains for bedrooms would be a very nice way to sleep in. Good neighborhood. Didn’t have to worry about our truck or belongings in the house. We would stay and bring family with us next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The property was in poor condition needing major updates. You stuck to the carpet with socks on. We were without water for two days and are looking for a refund for those two days. Would never return to this property the pictures were deceiving. We will say the view was a million dollar view.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding location!

BRING BINOCULARS! This house is a nature lovers dream. If you forget binoculars, run out and buy some. Eagles, otters, seals, pelicans and more are right outside the living room window. There is also a lighthouse out in the sea, which you need to discover then google it’s origins. It will send you down a path that includes a shipwreck. Once you’ve done that, go into Crescent City and visit their museum (suggested donation- $5.00…worth it). You’ll get a lesson on the shipwreck and the lighthouse lens (a work of art, truly) is at the museum. You also must head further North to Trees of Mystery and walk their high bridges through the trees and ride the gondola. Do it, even if you are scared. You’ll be proud of yourself after. The house is large and comfy. Don’t let any negative reviews scare you away. It’s quiet and very private. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Was a great location to explore the redwoods and the coast. Enjoyed the peaceful mornings and all the wildlife on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great view, great place to relax.

The view was great. Either from inside or hanging out in the back yard, the view of the river and ocean from the back of the property was worth the price. The area was quiet, the park had nothing but respectful tenants that weren't noisy at all. There was even a small boat ramp there for kayaks or small boats, access to fishing areas, 10 minutes from Brookings, and the area is not busy at all. I don't mean this in a negative way, the place could just could use some updates. Its definitely functional, but new flooring, updated kitchen, new beds, and a little paint could bring this place to a higher level.. I would stay here again, for sure.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

I love how peaceful the cabin is. I enjoy cooking in the kitchen, eating, and doing dishes because the view is breathtaking. It is really quiet and I like the privacy. The cabin is always clean and I have everything I need to have the break I look forward to. This will be our annual stay. I love it there.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ocean view makes you forget

The place was a little outdated but the ocean view trumps everything. Better yet, it was clean and the beds comfy. I’d return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic view. Needs some maintenance.

It is kind of a weird place so we were a little worried but when we walked in and saw the view we loved it. We spent most of our mornings and evenings watching the otters-so cute. It did not have onsite laundry even though there was a washer and drier in a locked room in the house. The laundromat was close and did the job, but.... The tub was not a jacuzzi but it was a very clean huge tub that I enjoyed. The dishwasher flooded the entire floor and they were unable to fix it. The staff were all very Friendly and helpful. All in all I would stay there again but I would hope for some maintenance repairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Great Views

Loved watching the sea otters and other wildlife out the window. Worried a little about the neighborhood but ended up being the perfect little house for our family. Loved the views out of the living room. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The property needs extra blankets and to make sure there are clean linens on the bed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views!!

The cottage is cozy and comfortable! It’s definitely a little older but it was very clean and the views from the living room were spectacular!! The wood stove just made it even more perfect! The main office was so helpful and friendly. We are definitely booking this again! It was a perfect couples getaway, but would be great for a family as well! Just loved it!!❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Quaint place

We enjoyed our time there. Beautiful views. Management great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Dark, not clean, very cold

In the bathroom there were black hairs when we got there. It was very cold inside and the lighting wasn’t great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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