Whalesong: Ocean Views Overlooking Trinidad Bay & Pacific, Beautiful Gardens

• Great location, wonderful staff.

  Great location, wonderful staff.

  • Guest Pamela A.
  • Date of stay 04/02/13
  • Review Submitted 04/23/13
  Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: While the property was certainly functional, it is dated. The kitchen should not be listed as "gourmet" with an electric stove and refrigerator from circa 1950 +/-. Covered furniture should be replaced in the den. Hot tub was a real treat and the gardens delightful. We enjoyed our time at WhaleSong! Manager responded on 4/8/2013: We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and do agree that some more updates are needed. The owners are in the process of putting in a new tv and replacing those upstairs chairs in the den. And yes, kitchen should be listed as vintage rather than gourmet. I will make that change. It was a pleasure meeting you and your supernice family at the Whalesong by Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals.

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• stay at Whalehouse

  stay at Whalehouse

  • Guest Loran W.
  • Date of stay 11/21/12
  • Review Submitted 02/08/13
  Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the weather was great...loved Trinidad..toured around (redwoods,Ferndale, Eureka) Whalehouse was perfect. Manager responded on 11/29/2012: Perfect is what we love to hear about your stay with us! Come back to us and Whalesong...

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• Weekend Ladies' Retreat

  Weekend Ladies' Retreat

  • Guest A guest from Sacramento
  • Date of stay 09/22/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was more than happy with the location. The vacation rental was very clean. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My mother, two sisters and I love visiting Trinidad each year for a weekend retreat. We greatly enjoyed the lovely garden at WHALEsONG and browsing the many books and photos on display in the house. We had easy access to the beach and our favorite fish market. The kitchen was well equipped and everything seemed to work well. The only amenity needing improvement was the bathrooms. A very small shower and small tub were inadequate for 3 adult women. An 11:00 checkout time would have been more manageable. Manager responded on 10/3/2012: Glad you enjoyed it and yes

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• relaxing stay at Trinidad

  relaxing stay at Trinidad

  • Guest Michael F.
  • Date of stay 08/17/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was more than helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a very good time at the Whalesong. A beautifully located bungalow with a nice garden, fully equipped kitchen, hot tub, fantastic views, proximity to beach and restaurants, well stocked book and video librtaries... It had it all. Probably the highlight of our SF-Seattle drive. Manager responded on 9/4/2012: Wow! You must have done many wonderful things on your trip between SF and Seattle and it is really nice that the Whalesong and Trinidad was the highlight. Come back again.

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• Great Seaside Abode

  Great Seaside Abode

  • Guest Marc R.
  • Date of stay 08/05/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was the 50th wedding anniversary for my parents. My Sister and her Family of 6, our parents and myself with a companion all enjoyed the weekend comfortably together at this wonderfully comfortable yet unpretentious seaside home. I would do it again and recommend it to anyone with a large family looking for a relaxed getaway weekend. Manager responded on 8/24/2012: Wow, 50th Wedding Anniversary! Thank you for choosing us for your venue of making more memorable family times.

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• Whalesong--Best way to stay in Trinidad

  Whalesong--Best way to stay in Trinidad

  • Guest Ronald K.
  • Date of stay 08/01/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was more than happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice house located in the center of it all in Trinidad. Easy walk to both the grocery market and the ocean. It's less expensive asnd much more convenient to rent a house--with laundry, kitchen, etc.--if you need two or three bedrooms, than to rent hotel rooms or even to stay at a B&B. I'll go for the house rental everytime, if available. Manager responded on 8/21/2012: Nice to har that the Whalesong location and home worked well for your hiking crew from the Midwest

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• Our Summer Getaway

  Our Summer Getaway

  • Guest Elizabeth J.
  • Date of stay 07/24/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Whalesong was homey and comfortable. We loved the area and would recommend his vacation property. Thank you! Manager responded on 7/29/2012: Great!

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• college profs on an outing

  college profs on an outing

  • Guest A guest from huntington beach
  • Date of stay 07/13/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful house in a great area. within walking distance to good restaurants and spectacular views. A wonderful beach/mountain experience Manager responded on 7/18/2012: Really glad to hear! I'm sure you enjoyed the book selection too.

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• Family Vacation

  Family Vacation

  • Guest Vickie V.
  • Date of stay 06/28/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was clean. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Whalesong was a very nice place to stay. Conveniently located to the beach. Everything you needed to cook meals. Adequate linens. Lots of books to read and relax with. Hot tube was very nice during the evenings after you are done with the sightseeing. Lots of radios in the house but only one worked. House needed to be deep cleaned. Lots of webs and dust in the high up locations. Overall enjoyable and would not hesitate to stay there again. Manager responded on 7/8/2012: Thank you for your review. We actually deep clean all our houses on a regular basis. The challenge is that sometimes the webs or dust come quickly in the really high places.

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• We loved Whalesong!

  We loved Whalesong!

  • Guest Aaryn N.
  • Date of stay 06/19/12
  • Review Submitted 11/19/12
  Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I had a fantastic time at Whalesong House during our very short visit. We only stayed two nights, and unfortunately did not get to test out the jacuzzi due to a power outage affecting the entire small town during the second night of our stay. Thankfully, there was a functioning hurricane lamp on the fireplace mantel for us to use and find our way around the house. Looking forward to planning another trip in the future, and bringing a few friends along to enjoy it with us.

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Additional information about rental rates

3 night minimum for holidays and special events

Fees:

• Damage Insurance & Booking Fee: $54
• Cleaning: $125
• Tax Rate 12%

Cancellation policy:

1. AGREEMENT: Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals (RCVR), the homeowner, and Tenants agree as follows: Tenant is over the age of 25 and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved period. Other occupants will be family members, friends, or responsible adults. Use of the premises will be denied to persons not falling within the foregoing categories, and as a result they would have to vacate the property immediately without any refund. No keys will be issued to anyone who is not an adult. Furthermore, for unforeseeable reasons, if a vacation home becomes unavailable, even if you have reserved it, due to circumstances beyond our control (house being sold, damaged, double booked etc.) RCVR will make its best effort to offer other accommodations if available. If not available, we will issue a full refund. 2. PETS: We only allow pets at some of our locations (please inquire) and an additional pet deposit is also required. Guests with pets must check out one hour earlier so the cleaning staff has ample time to sanitize the home. You MUST clean up after your pet, which includes properly disposing of all waste material. If any waste material is found on the property, a portion of your pet deposit will not be refunded. You must also maintain control of your pet at all times, and NEVER leave a dog unattended. If you are leaving for the day and do not want to take the dog with you, you must put your dog in a local kennel or find alternative solutions rather than leaving the dog alone at our property. Any complaints from neighbors regarding excessive noise or other nuisances may be cause for immediate termination of the rental and forfeiture of the tenant's entire security deposit. If we have evidence of a pet being at the property, and you have not been given written permission by us to have a pet, you will be charged $150 plus the cost of repairing any damage to the property. 3. DAMAGE INSURANCE: A damage insurance plan may be displayed in your initial invoiced booking for $29. If it is not already displayed but you would like to purchase it, please notify us and we will add that to your reservation. This Security Deposit Protection plan covers unintentional damages to the rental unit interior that occur during your stay, provided they are disclosed to management prior to check-out. The policy will pay a maximum benefit of $3000. Any damages that exceed $3000 will be charged to the credit card on file. If, during your stay at one of our Rental Properties, an Insured Person causes any damage to real or personal property of the unit as a result of inadvertent acts or omissions, the Insurer will reimburse the Insured for the cost of repair or replacement of such property up to a maximum benefit of $3000. Certain terms and conditions apply. Full details of the Security Deposit Protection coverage are contained in the Certificate of Insurance or Insurance Policy (www.vacationrentalinsurance.com/10sdi). The Security Deposit Protection can be purchased up to, and including at, check-in. By submitting payment for this plan, you authorize and request CSA Travel Protection and Insurance Services to pay directly RCVR any amount payable under the terms and conditions of the Security Deposit Protection. Please contact RCVR directly if you do not wish to participate in this plan or assignment. 4. PAYMENT SCHEDULE AT TIME OF BOOKING IF MORE THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL DATE: $200 plus booking fee if arrival date is more than 60 days in the future. At 60 days prior to arrival date, 50% of Total Rent, Taxes & Fees Due At 30 days prior to arrival date, any Remaining Balance due. Also, credit card number if not on file. Credit card account will be held for future charges in case of damage and or breach of this contract. 5. CANCELLATION: Should you wish to cancel this reservation, notice of cancellation MUST BE IN WRITING AND RECEIVED MORE THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR CHECK IN DATE. We will refund the sums you have paid, less a $50 cancellation fee. If your notice of cancellation is RECEIVED LESS THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR CHECK IN DATE, you will forfeit 25% of the sums paid, except your security deposit, unless we are able to re-rent the property to someone else, at the same rate, for the same period. If the property is rented we will only charge the $50 cancellation fee. There will be no refund within 14 days or less of arrival, no exceptions. 6. CHECK IN: Check in time is 3:00 PM. EARLY CHECK IN TIMES ARE ALLOWED ONLY WHEN THE PROPERTY IS CLEANED AND READY FOR OCCUPANCY AND PRIOR APPROVAL IS REQUIRED. Keys will be ready for pick up at property location. Keys WILL NOT be issued with a balance owing or without a signed rental agreement in the owners, or owner's representatives, possession. 7. CHECK OUT: Check out time is 10:00 AM, except for guest with pets, it is 9:00 AM. THERE IS AN EXTRA CHARGE FOR LATE CHECK OUT AND PRIOR APPROVAL IS NEEDED. Please leave all keys IN LOCKED LOCK BOX, other wise in a place chosen per our previous conversation, remote controls, etc need to be left at premises. You will be charged for not checking out on time (unless otherwise specified). We will charge at a rate of $15.00 dollars per 15 minutes. (our cleaning service cannot clean until you leave) A $50 per item fee will be charged for each lost key and remote control. If you would like a later checkout time, please ask the day before and we will accommodate you if possible, depending on cleaning schedules. 8. CLEANING: Each property will be inspected, sanitized and cleaned after your departure. The cleaning fee ($60-$135 depending on the size of the house) will provide normal cleaning so that you can enjoy your vacation up to the last moment. HOWEVER, YOU ARE REQUIRED to leave the property in the same general condition that you received it by making sure, dishes are done and put away, and the home is generally picked up and ready to be vacuumed, dusted and sanitized. If additional cleaning is required, appropriate charges will be deducted from your security deposit at the rate of $30 per hour. ALL OF OUR HOUSES ARE NON-SMOKING. If there is evidence of smoking inside the house, you will be charged an additional $150. 9. HOMES WITH TELEPHONES: Telephones may be used to make as many local calls as you wish and may be used for long distance calls if a sign at the house you are staying at states domestic calls are free. 10. WHAT WE SUPPLY: The property is equipped and set up as a fully furnished property that will include bedspreads, linens, blankets, pillows, towels, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. THERE WILL BE EXTRA CHARGES TO YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT OR CREDIT CARD FOR REPLACING THESE ITEMS IF FOUND TO BE NECESSARY. 11. WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING: Plan on packing your personal toiletry items. Since we provide only a limited supply of toilet paper, paper towels, and other dispensable items to get you started on your first day of vacation, you should plan on making a trip to the grocery store to replenish these items as you need them. 12. TENANTS LIABILITY: Tenant agrees to accept liability for any damages caused to the property (other than normal wear and tear) by Tenant or Tenants guests, including, but not limited to, landscaping, misuse of appliances, and/or equipment furnished. If damages are in excess of the security deposit being held and/or are not covered by the damage insurance if purchased, Tenant agrees to reimburse Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals or the homeowner for costs incurred to repair/replace damaged items. 13. SLEEPING CAPACITY/DISTURBANCES: Tenants and all other occupants will be required to vacate the premises and forfeit the rental fee and security deposit for any of the following: A. Occupancy exceeding the sleeping capacity stated on the website. B. Using the premises for any illegal activity including, but not limited to, the possession, serving or consumption of alcoholic beverages by or to persons less than 21 years of age. C. Causing damage to the premises rented or to any of the neighboring properties. D. Any other acts which interferes with neighbors' right to quiet enjoyment of their property. E.) Violation of the 10:00 PM Noise RULE. F.) NO PARTIES OF ANY KIND! G.) Keep cars to a minimum. One car per 2 people. Parking is limited. 14. HOLD HARMLESS: Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals or the homeowner does not assume any liability for loss, damage or injury to persons or their personal property. Neither do we accept liability for any inconvenience arising from any temporary defects or stoppage in supply of water, gas, electricity or plumbing. Nor will Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals or the homeowner accept liability for any loss or damage caused by weather conditions, natural disasters, acts of G-d, or other reasons beyond its control. Many of our properties are along the ocean bluff or otherwise have steep cliffs. Do not go near the edges and do not allow children to roam the property unattended. 15. HOT TUB & PATIOS: Tenant hereby acknowledges that if the property reserved includes a hot tub, the undersigned is fully aware that the hot tub and surrounding patio/deck can be dangerous, that the deck/patio can be slippery when wet, and that injury is likely to occur to anyone who is not careful. Children should never be left unattended. Tenants should observe and adhere to all rules and policies as posted at the property. With full knowledge of the above facts and warnings, the undersigned accepts and assumes all risks involved in or related to the use of the hot tub and patio areas. Also, our hot tubs are professionally maintained and we strive to keep them in welcoming condition. If they do not appear in satisfactory condition to you, please notify us immediately and we will have them checked. No refunds will be given due to a hot tub that has stopped working or needs to be drained or cleaned. We will make our best efforts to resolve the issue in a timely manner. 16. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The tenant, for himself/herself, his/her heirs, assignors, executors, and administrators, fully releases and discharges Owner and RCVR from any and all claims, demands and causes of action by reason of any injury or whatever nature which has or have occurred, or may occur to the undersigned, or any of his/her guests as a result of, or in connection with the occupancy of the premises and agrees to hold Owner free and harmless of any claim or suit arising therefrom. In any action concerning the rights, duties or liabilities of the parties to this agreement, their principals, agents, successors or assignees the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs. 17. Payment by Credit Card through RentPayment (See RentPayment Agreements and Rules) http://www.rentpayment.com/rp/Company/Terms/ ). This acceptance confirms authorization for Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals to hold Credit Card Account for the Required Security Deposit and the required down payment to confirm the reservation, and then subsequently the remaining balance to complete the full payment of said reservation. Also note that your credit card will be charged any excess charges if deemed necessary from any damages, or by damages not covered by the damage insurance policy (if the policy was purchased). 18. PAYMENT BY CHECK: If the Tenant pays by check rather then credit card, and the check is returned for NSF there will be a $75 service charge. Keys will not be issued until the check has successfully cleared the bank. Checks should be made payable to Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals. 19. MAILING ADDRESS: This signed agreement along with a check, if applicable, should be mailed to the following address: Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals P.O. Box 963, Trinidad, CA 95570 _________________________________________________________________________ PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE RENTING A PRIVATE HOME. PLEASE TREAT IT WITH THE SAME RESPECT YOU WOULD LIKE SHOWN TO YOUR OWN HOME. ALSO, AS STATED IN ITEM 18 ABOVE, YOUR CREDIT CARD ON FILE WILL BE CHARGED THE REMAINING PAYMENTS (IF ANY ARE REQUIRED) WHEN THEY ARE DUE, UNLESS WE HEAR OTHERWISE FROM YOU.

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.