Where the Mad River Meets Pacific Surf Arcata, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 58744

Ocean View from the Deck on a Sunny Day

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Location: Arcata, North Coast, California, USA (3 min Arcata Airport, 10 min HSU Campus, 10 min Trinidad)

Accommodations:  House, 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)

The Whale's Tale Cabin is a cozy bungalow style cottage sitting on the bluff overlooking the mouth of the Mad River as it meets the crashing breakers of the Pacific Ocean. From the western rooms and deck visitors can enjoy whale watching, viewing the myriad of wildlife on the Mad River, and just relax, taking in all the beauty that nature has to offer.

The quiet and secluded cabin is near downtown Mckinleyville, with a full service cinema, restaurants, and shops. The picturesque fishing village of Trinidad with its famous lighthouse is just ten minutes to the north. Parents and visitors to Humboldt State University are only 10 minutes from the campus. Nearby are gorgeous beaches, Patrick's Point State Park, Redwoods, hiking trails, and the artsy old-style lumber town of Arcata is just 10 minutes south. The Whale's Tale provides an exquisitely serene, relaxing, and private break from the usual mad rush of our hectic lifestyles. (Note, the Hot Tub is currently under repair until further notice...we are awaiting backordered parts). Call or E-mail for information.

NOTE: FROM JUNE 22 TO JULY 14, 2009 CALL FOR INQUIRIES, QUESTIONS, OR HELP.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace
• Beds
  • King Bed: high quality, very comfortable
  • Queen Bed: high quality, very comfortable
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• View/Location
  • Beach View: gorgeous view with lots of wildlife
  • Ocean View
  • Water View: beautiful view of the mouth of the Mad River
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
• Other Activities
  • kayaking and canoeing on the Mad River--The famous Hammond Trail is just steps from The Cabin

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Short Notice Discounts Available-48 Hrs. or less prior to arrival
NORMAL RATES $185-275 FOR 2 PERSONS, $225-345 FOR 3-6 PERSONS
RATES BASED ON SEASON AND NUMBER OF PEOPLE-- TAX 10%-MAXIMUM 6 PEOPLE
10% discount on stays of 7 nts or longer, 15% for stays over 15 nts.
Housekeeping fee of $95-125 for short stay, $95-155 over 4 nts
Security Deposit $300.  High Season is May 13-Labor Day, Christmas
Time, Spring Break; Holidays & Week-ends may be slightly higher
CALL RE SPECIAL MID-WEEK RATES JUNE/JULY SUN-THURS 10% DISCOUNT

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 04/05/09
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  Larry and Patti Mitz , Ventura CA
  • This little home is such a treasure! We feel so blessed to have found it; thanks to VRBO! Our only negative thought is that we didn't stay longer! The home is very clean, light, comfortable, and has great views. The website descriptions are completely accurate. We definitely will stay here again and will tell our friends about it. Thanks for making this home available to us travelers. Maybe next time the spa will have it's new motor. Fireplace tools would be a great addition.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thank you for the kind compliments and suggestions. Our apologies for the hot tub under repair. The replacement motor is backordered. We are anxiously awaiting its arrival.
• 08/16/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Thanks for the heads up about the credit card charge - I had hoped you had forgotten ;) We were very pleased with the house - it was everything the pictures and descriptions said, and more. It definitely made for a relaxing weekend getaway and we'll let our friends know about it if they ever travel up that way. Guest Ashton from Califonia, August, 2008
• 07/28/08
  Positive Rating
  Virginia Holladay , Nashville. TN.
  • Many things don't live up to the advertise- ment, but Whale's Tale Cabin was even better than the ad. It is modern, well-equipped and comfortable. The view is lovely and serene. I would go back in a heartbeat.
• 07/16/08
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  Jim & K.C. Walden , Yreka, Ca
  • We really enjoyed our visit in this lovely home, so comfortable and such beautiful views. Everything you could possibly need is here and so comfortable. Thanks for a great relaxing vacation. We will be back.
• 06/30/08
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  John Gillooly , Oakland, CA
  • Lovely house at a great location. So calming having the ocean out the window. I will definitely be staying here again. Don't miss a trip to Six Rivers Brewing Co. up the road in McKinleyville
• 10/11/07
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  Sara , Novato, CA
  • I would recommend this house to anyone. Very clean, fresh, fully equipped and peaceful. The beds were incredibly comfortable and we just had a wonderful time! Thank you!
• 10/01/07
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  Christine , San Francisco, CA
  • My recommendation of this spot is very high. I just spent a very relaxing weekend at the bungalow and have just booked the place for my birthday weekend next month. Great views of birds, beach, dunes and river-plus the sound of crashing surf; wonderful outdoor space with clean and functional hottub and big deck chairs; clean and warm house with fireplace and central heating; and secluded from neighbors. A great place to refresh your soul, commune with nature and hang with good friends. One recommendation is directions to Ray's-we thought you meant Roger's market and didn't discover the grocery store until our way back to SF!
• 10/27/06
  Positive Rating
  David Leon , Laramie WY
  • Spent 6 weeks at the cabin. Unbeatable views. It was hard to go home again. Simply, but nicely furnished. Hottub overlooking the ocean is wonderful.
• 10/24/06
  Positive Rating
  robert , ojai,ca.
  • Quiet, with the sound of pounding surf in the distance. Great light and views thru the many windows. Fresh ocean breezes and delightfully hot jacuzzie and private sunning area overlooking the river, dunes and ocean out back. Everything neat clean and working, no easy feat I know. [My only sugestion is to add some Oriental rugs and original work of local artists.] Thanks for making it all available, Robert
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Great suggestion!!! Thank you.... Regards, Richard
• 09/06/06
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  Richard & Kotoji , San Jose, CA
  • What a wonderful charming cabin!! Place was clean and so comfortable,and nice touch of decor. Plus, all those specutacular nature around you. This cabin totally revitalized our body & soul. This location which meeting mad river & ocean together provided us so many happiness and pleasure to our whole trip. Watching a beautiful sunset from hot tub was unbelievable! This is called a really vacation!! Thank you so much for bringing our smiles back again!!! We'll definately return.

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