Location: Shelter Cove, North Coast, California, USA (40 miles N of Mendocino; 250 miles N of San Francisco)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: beach, lost coast, home, ocean view, relax, fishing, abalone, diving
Unparalleled coastal and mountain views of the Lost Coast from every window in the house create a peaceful and romantic spot for a memorable escape from everyday life. The house faces the rocky coastline, backs up to the golf course and is near the north end of the runway and tie downs for easy access from your private plane.
You can spend your time gazing at the whales passing by on their way to or from Baja California, peeking at the exquisite life in the tidepools, watching waves crashing on the rocks, the planes landing and taking off, the golfers on the golf course and the towering King Mountain Range or you can participate in the activities available in this area called the Lost Coast.
The house was recently completely refurnished for maximum vacation enjoyment. A completely equipped gourmet kitchen, marble master bathroom with whirlpool tub and elegant beds wrap you in luxurious surroundings entertained by the ever-changing sites and sounds of nature.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : in the house
- Dryer : in the house
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : The house has 3 bedrooms each with a queen size bed
- Convertible Bed : The family room has a queen size sofa bed.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Whirlpool tub in Master Bathroom
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Full Kitchen upstairs (living room, dining room, master bedroom level) Partial kitchen (no stove) downstairs.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2) : 1 Refrigerator on each level.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave (2) : 1 Microwave on each level.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : 1 Gas Barbecue with propane tanks (2)
- Deck/Patio : 1 deck on lower level.
- Balcony (2) : 2 large decks on upper level, one facing the ocean and one facing the golf course, air strip runway, mountains and the north coast.
- View/Location
- Beach View : House is 100 ft from the rocky coast and ocean.
- Ocean View : Ocean and wave views from every window!
- Water View : Mesmerizing views of the waves crashing on the rocks.
- Mountain View : Beautiful King Mountain Range views from the east (back) side of the house.
- Golf Course Front : Golf Course (18 holes for $10) and Air Strip directly behind the house. House is at the north end of the air strip runway.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : within the United States
- Broadband Internet : Bring your laptop and direct connect to highspeed internet and a color printer with USB connection.
- Other Amenities
- 2 Fireplaces (one gas and one wood-burning), Ceiling Fans Upstairs and Downstairs, Internet Broadband and Printer, Games for All Ages, Books, Movies, Telescope, Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen, All Linens provided, Jetted Tub in Master Bath, NO PETS
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Board games and movies available for kids.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Coastal Redwoods, Tide Pooling, Whale Watching (in season) and Deer roaming around the house at Sunrise and Sunset!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season (05/25-09/05)... $200-$375/night(3 night minimum)
Low Season (09/06-05/24) ... $185-$300/night(2 night minimum)
10% Humboldt County Tax will be added to rental fee.
SPECIAL 3 NIGHT RATES FOR LOW SEASON RENTALS (within one month of stay)
Refundable Security Deposit of $300 required.
Rental rates do NOT include one-time Cleaning Fee of $100.
NO SMOKING, NO PETS
PayPal accepted
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1980
We are parents of 4 grown children and grandparents of 6 children from 1 to 22 years old. We are proud to be 3rd generation native Californians, living in the Bay Area.
Why the Owner Chose Shelter Cove
Shelter Cove offers a beautiful, wild coastline, set against a backdrop of California Coastal Redwoods, with beautiful, black sand beaches, tide pools, abalone diving and great sport fishing.
The Unique Benefits of this House
While staying at our property we wander from the front of the house, gazing at the ocean, waves, whales, and migrating birds, to the back of the house, watching small planes, golfers, deer and Canadian geese. It is hard to figure out where is the best place to be gazing! And, harder still to get our chores done!
Property Photos
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- Living Room and Dining Room with Views - Shelter Cove, CA - California Vacation Rental
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- Kitchen and Breakfast Bar with Mountain and Golf Course Views - Shelter Cove, CA - California Vacation Rental
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- Down stairs living room - Shelter Cove, CA - California Vacation Rental
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- The house looking south east from the street
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- Arial View of Shelter Cove
Traveler Reviews (35)
Great 3 night stay, except for the weather.
Guest: Jenn
(Redding, ca)
Date of Stay: 01/20/12
Review Submitted: 02/04/12
The pictures do not do this house justice. It is beautiful inside with great decorating. It has vast amenities and was very well stocked. Since we had some bad weather while we were there it was great that the house had so many various games, books, movies and magazines. Unfortunately due to the severe rain the house had some leaks when we arrived which were being taken care of with buckets here and there. It was not a big deal to us though. The only thing about this house that I did not like and that people should know is that there is no indoor stair case. The only way to get from the upstairs to the downstairs and vice versa is by using the outside stair case. This did not work out well for us because we had our two young children with us, ages 4 and 6, that we planned on having sleep in their own separate rooms. Since those two rooms were downstairs and the master upstairs, our children had to sleep on the couches. Just something to think about. The views were great and the house was very clean upon arrival.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
I love it here!!!
Guest: Manda
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/01/00
Review Submitted: 09/29/11
I remember when we had this house for sale. I was sooo sad, but luckily we still own it and it's now for rent! This house and Shelter Cove altogether is the ONE place I call home. I love it there. When I go I never want to leave. I get the WHOLE downstairs to myself! Well, unless my siblings come along. -_- Haha. I would go to Shelter Cove every summer until I moved to Texas. Sad face. I remember I had one of my birthdays in Shelter Cove, and we celebrated MANY Christmas' there as well. I love Shelter Cove and can't wait to go back. When I have a family of my own, Shelter Cove is the first place I would take them. I hope to live there one day. I love you Grandpa and Penny! Yes, I'm one of Larry and Penny's grandchildren. Amanda.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Meneses/Soares
Guest: Rosa
(Antioch, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/14/11
Review Submitted: 05/21/11
Enjoy a FAMILY + FRIENDLY home away from home on your Shelter Cove vacation. Very spacious bi-level, near beach, quite neighborhood, very relaxing atmosphere with lots of vies of the ocean. If your looking for comfortable, clean and well appointed, while staying in Shelter Cove.......look no further. I've stayed on several ocassions and I am never dissapointed.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful stay
Guest: Fate
(Azle, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/08/11
Review Submitted: 05/01/11
The home has everything you need in order to entertain or just kick back. Penny was easy to work with and everything was as described. The weather served up an exciting mix of beautiful warm sunshine to wind and then a little bit of drizzle and gray. The black sand beaches are spectacular and tidepooling was wonderful. I highly recomend this rental....just don't book when we want to come back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Failed to return security deposit
Guest: Sacramento
(Sacramento, California)
Date of Stay: 07/12/08
Review Submitted: 11/10/08
The property was as described in the add (except that we did not realize that the upstairs and downstairs were not connected internally, and the only television is downstairs). But four months after we rented the property, and after Penny informed us that there were no additional charges, we still have not received our $300 deposit back, even after multiple telephone calls and emails.
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Guest: Adam
(-)
Date of Stay: 01/26/08
Review Submitted: 01/26/08
Added from our guest book.Tim’s Artic death camp, the sequel…30,000 feet of climbing, bad weather, good coffee, lots of ants, rain, wind, no ??? …. WE all lived, see you next year.Adam, Tim and Mike…..
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Guest: Carlo - The Nicaraguan Hunk
(-)
Date of Stay: 09/05/07
Review Submitted: 09/05/07
Added from our guest book.Paul and Cathy of Saratoga, CAJim of Los Altos, CACarlo of Los Altos, CA (The Nicaraguan Hunk)A beautiful place to start the celebration of my “birthday month”! Great weather, great company and great quiet location near the ocean… But I haet the drive between Redway/Garberville to Shelter Cove.. Yuck! CarloLove it. dined at the Cove Restaurant. Shared the funny story about Sammy (4/30/04). She didn’t think it was funny. She is Sammy’s wife! Oops!!The road from Garberville is the best! Drove over it a couple of times just for fun, and because it drove Cathy crazy! The house, companionship and the view were all great. Thanks for letting us share your retreat.JimThank you, ear Penny and Larry for allowing me to use this beautiful place.Love, Carlo
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Guest: Bill
(-)
Date of Stay: 12/01/05
Review Submitted: 12/01/05
Added from an email: It truly is a beautiful little slice of paradise up there and we were able to enjoy the slow pace and natural beauty of the area. While we didn't see any whales, there were some deer running around and of course the sea lions, geese (I think) and other birds were a real treat. The weather was good, with some rain on Thursday night only and a lot of wind on Friday. All in all, it was a very relaxing extended weekend and I hope to visit again in the future - perhaps for a longer stay. Thanks again, Bill
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Guest: Matt
(-)
Date of Stay: 10/09/05
Review Submitted: 10/09/05
Added from our guest book. Lynn got us all organized for this weekend. The house was perfectly set up for folks to do their own thing. There are not many things more enjoyable than hanging with good friends in a great place. Thanks a heap! Matt W.
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Guest: Lynn Langdon
(-)
Date of Stay: 10/09/05
Review Submitted: 10/09/05
Added from our guest book. Very relaxing weekend! Came down for a friends wedding and had a wonderful time. Shelter Cove is such a beautiful spot, loved the home.
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