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Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach

Escape to this charming cottage where you can unwind indoors by cable TV or outdoors on your private dock overlooking tranquil waters.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4680 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Water view

About this property

Entire place

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

Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach

Shell Cottage

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Make this cottage by the beach your home away from home, and enjoy an unforgettable getaway with your family or friends! Shell Cottage is a private cottage on a canal with a securely fenced front and back yard for your kids. Dock access is gated and offers a slip for canoes, kayaks, and rowboats if you choose to bring them. The Shell Cottage sits right on a canal in King Salmon, a fishing village just six and a half miles south of Eureka, where you can find several malls, theaters, convenience stores, dining options, and more! The thriving arts communities in Victorian Ferndale, Arcata, and Eureka have much to offer day and night, including live shows, art exhibits, and community events. Del Arte in Blue Lake always puts on incredible, innovative shows. If anyone in your group is a cinephile, a little further away, they can find Prairie Creek State Park (where Return of the Jedi was filmed) and Fern Canyon (where Jurassic Park was filmed); both are 54 and 58.5 miles away, respectively.

The living room features a large TV with cable and DVD, a comfortable sitting area with a queen sofa bed, and fresh nautical charm, creating the perfect ambience for endless relaxation. The well-equipped kitchen will help you prepare the most delicious snacks and meals you can enjoy indoors or at the picnic table in the front yard for some outdoor dining. The backyard also has seating by the dock and canal.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.

Dock details: If you have small children, please make sure they are supervised around the dock at all times and keep the gate locked when not in use.

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.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 680 square feet

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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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

30964
Vrbo Property
Dog friendly Cottage on the bay With a Dock in the Backyard!

About the area

Map
King Salmon, CA

What's nearby

  • Fort Humboldt State Historic Park - 6 min drive
  • Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters - 7 min drive
  • Sequoia Park Garden - 10 min drive
  • Sequoia Park Zoo - 11 min drive
  • Humboldt Bay - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 13 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Los Gallos Taqueria - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Humboldt Botanical Garden, Fort Humboldt State Historic Park, and Bayshore Mall. Doe Flat Trail and Young's Valley Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Quiet cottage on the bay with dog-friendly backyard & private dock - near beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

We love this place! It was safe and quiet, not to mention DOG FRIENDLY!! The perfect spot to Walk the dog to an enclosed dog beach On the bay! Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leanna G.

Beautiful little retreat
The fenced yard, quiet neighborhood, very peaceful. Easy early check in was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Laurie R.

Clean and quiet!
We loved the entry way with all the plants, flowers and shells. The house was just perfect. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

Cute little cottae on the water!!
Loved the shell cottage! Everything we needed for a weekend exploring Eureka and the area. Fully stocked kitchen and bathroom. Everything went great - even had time to enjoy one of the jigsaw puzzles a previous guest had left behind!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Ken L.

Shell House
We enjoyed the fenced yard for our dog. There is not much in the way of amenities on the bay where the cottage is located. Good dog walks make up for the lack though.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Could not make it
I injured my knee the evening before I was to drive up to King Salmon, so was unable to enjoy Shell Cottage, and too late for any refund! I had stayed previously however, and it was lovely; hence my desire to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Perfect home base for a dogventure with my best friend
I brought my husky up from LA to experience the Redwoods. We had a blast and were so comfy every night in this lovely little house. The yard is fully enclosed with good tall fences so I felt confident leaving the door open while we were at home so she could lay in the sun. The kitchen was fully equipped and we even enjoyed veggie burgers on the propane grill out back. Easy street parking for single vehicle directly in front of home. The neighborhood was quiet and pleasant, including the RV park across the way. Morning and evening walks to the beach were more than welcomed by my canine companion. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout the home. I highly recommend this vacation home .

10/10 Excellent

karen k.

Good property, strangely pushy property management
Property was great. Got emails from the property management company every single day asking me to review until I finally posted a review. Way too much email from that company. Almost like they were desperate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin I.

Great stay with our doggo
Shell cottage was the perfect spot to stay while visiting Eureka. It was nice to be close to easy walking trails and have so much gated space for the dog. The house was really comfortable and had everything we needed during our visit! Would love to come back and take advantage of the dock area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

I didn't want to leave
From the moment I walked in there was soft music playing. It is a beautiful, clean, beautifully decorated ,well kept home. The neighborhood is so quiet. I didn’t hear a siren the whole time I was there, heard voices maybe a couple times and a dog bark once it’s so peaceful so quiet. Clean……,::everyone I talk to was more than helpful above and beyond. I want to live here forever.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

A Peaceful Cottage
Shell Cottage is a quiet place to relax.The cottage is well furnished and supplied. The yard is completely fenced and it's a short walk to a dog friendly beach on the bay.
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10/10 Excellent

Chantelle E.

it was perfect for me and my sister and my two fur babies
the house is perfectly located. You can get a Uber if you decide to go somewhere in town or in my case visit your college student and still have a nice safe place for you your family and your fur babies. I definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Debra D.

Shell cottage
The house was clean and very well equipped with everything we needed. The cottage was comfortable for our stay. Booking was easy as was check in and check out. We would book with Vacasa again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Kendra S.

Lovely Space
The yard is very nice and private! Lovely quiet neighborhood. Nice and close to the beach. Had a great, restful trip

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Shell Cottage love
This little cottage was perfect for us. It had a fenced in space for our little girl both front and back. It’s decorated with plants and foliage very nicely. The only negative we have is that the couch is pretty stained up, but clean. We enjoyed our stay and if ever in the area will stay there again. Felt very safe and even tho Interesting neighbors, everything and everyone was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ashten P.

Didn’t want to leave !!
What a wonderful trip we had.. More than wonderful really. We typically just stay with our grandparents, but decided to treat ourselves, and it was definitely a treat!! Best location, just outside of Eureka. We were going between Ferndale and Eureka to visit friends and family so we couldn’t ask for a better location! Walked to the beach multiple times. Can’t beat the beach at King Salmon! Neighbors were so great! It was quite and felt very safe! Loved the privacy provided by the fully fenced property. The dock was amazing for dropping the kayaks in and taking a cruise! We also brought our boat and it was so nice to just hop in the boat and head out fishing multiple times a day! The home was in excellent condition!! Very clean, all the furniture was very comfortable, fast internet, cable tv in the living room, great size for two people! We felt at home here which is so important! We will 100% be back next year! Ant&Ash
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Andy I.

Great get away for 1-2 + dog
Nice small house to explore the Eureka area. Away from the city - very quiet - but close enough. Fully fenced front and back yards connected by a narrow passage is great for a small dog. Great forrest walks within 30 mins - Arcata Comminoty forrest was a daily treat. Dock in back is fun to look at critters in the water (flashlight at night attracts strange stuff). Water is too brackish to launch (for me). Lots of great restaurants in Eureka and even in/around King Salmon. Great seafood, Mexican, Italian. Had an issue with initial housekeeping but our local person addressed it nicely (previous guests fault). Just booked this same house for 2 months out. Not a lot of lodging options for the area - this is better than anything else we've tried.
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

A Quiet Cottage by the Bay
A great place to relax and play with the dog. The cottage is comfortable, quiet, and well supplied. The yard is fully fenced and there is a gas barbeque on the back patio. Just a short walk to a dog friendly beach on the bay.
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Clean and Comfortable
This house is fantastic! It is small, but perfectly sized for a great stay and has everything you need, including a Jacuzzi tub. The outside area in both the front and back are spacious and private, with access to a Dock. Home was clean and well cared for. I would definitely stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Ivan P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice Cottage but area its not so nice
The whole process to get inside its ridiculous- lock on gate, unlocking box to get key, bolted front door to access mud room plus main door - so two doors - to get inside. Over all the cottage its nice to sleep and all, could use some upgrades. The internet is not fast at all, also no working cable or tv programming. Just like the free channels or air tv, Also since a company manages the property its hard to get someone or a quick response.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Eric A.

Nice crash pad for a race
We stayed here for a local race —Avenue of the Giants— and it’s great. Neighborhood is a bit weird, but that wasn’t a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Great place .
Great place to stay with beautiful surroundings.. my family all enjoyed our time here .. would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Tim N.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Underwhelmed
Pictures were good but very disappointed with the surroundings , wasn’t very relaxing with the element of People around made us feel not secure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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6/10 Okay

Amanda T.

the home was fine - Vacasa was not
The cleaning people were still at the place when I arrived and the gardener showed up to work on the yard while I was still there. When I asked to check out a half hour later than check out time, Vacasa said they NEVER let people check out late. Well - they let my friends who stayed in another place around the corner check out an hour late. Get it together Vacasa!! Previous experience with Vacasa was good - this time - not so much
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Shane L.

Completely cozy
This cottage is VERY well equipped and super clean. It’s just the right size for 2 people. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need should you choose to either cook at home or grab some takeout. The quality of everything in this cottage is top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021