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Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!

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3 story home
Watch the sun set over the Ocean at Black Sands Beach
Property grounds
Enjoy living room space with SMART TV (2nd floor)
Dining room overlooking ocean views

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 71300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Whitethorn, CA
  • Place, Black Sands Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Abalone Point
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Den (3rd floor)

1 Twin Bed

Kids bed (1st floor) bunk bed

1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master bedroom(3rd floor)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest bath (2nd floor)

Toilet

Kids bath (1st floor)

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!

Nestled among tall majestic trees sits this tri-level home in beautiful Shelter Cove ready for Guests to enjoy! This home boasts a unique design including a spiral staircase leading to each of the 3 floors, with gorgeous ocean views, and an easy 9 minute walk to Black Sands Beach. Come and experience "Whale Cove Retreat", a 3 bed, 2.5 bath vacation haven at The Lost Coast you won't forget!

DETAILS:
"Whale Cove Retreat" welcomes you as you step into this beautiful 3 story home!
On the First floor, you will find the Family room/ game room adorned with nautical themed decor. Pull up the 2 video game chairs and challenge your guests to video games with the SEGA Genesis game console. And if you need more challenge, step outside to the attached garage where you will find the miniature ping pong table. On this floor you will find the "kids room" with a twin over full size bunk bed, and a full bathroom with tub shower. In addition, there is a leather queen sofa sleeper in this family room.
Venture up to the Second floor and be met with spectacular ocean views ! This floor boasts a comfortable living room space, a half bath, a fully stocked kitchen , with dining that seats your entire group. Wake up in the morning with a nice hot cup of coffee brewed from the Keurig. Step out to the front deck and revel in the beauty as you are surrounded by beautiful nature with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean! In the afternoon, take the family outside onto the deck and BBQ a delicious meal on the easy to use propane grill. Gather together and you may catch glimpses of whale pods swimming in the ocean. After a full meal, maybe take an afternoon nap in the cozy patio lounger and let the sounds of the crashing waves lull you to sleep. In the evening, come inside and snuggle with a book next to the gas fireplace on those chilly nights. Or go outside, turn off all the lights and gaze up at the sky to witness the galaxy of twinkling stars.
Proceed up to the Third floor of the home where you will find the master bedroom with the cozy queen-size bed. The large window allows you to wake up and take in the gorgeous views of the Ocean! There is also a small private den off to the side which houses a twin size bed in the shape of a boat design. This will be a huge hit for the kids or the kid at heart!
This home is situated in a PERFECT location for exploring Shelter Cove, all within walking distance, or quick car ride. From the house, you can grab a few beach chairs and take an easy 9 minute walk to Black Sands Beach. Or if preferred, take a 20 minute leisurely stroll into town where you can get your caffeine buzz at The Fish Tank Expresso Gallery, experience the popular Venezuelan restaurant, meander to the many nature trails, go tidepooling at Mal Coombs Park, or watch golfers hit a hole-in-one at the beautiful ocean front Shelter Cove Golf course. The options are endless!

Other details: The whole house, with all the amenities, are for your use and enjoyment. This home comes with a unique spiral staircase accessing each of the 3 floors. Please note we do not offer baby gates so please plan accordingly if you have toddlers/ children. In the garage, we also offer a bin of outdoor toys including corntoss/bean bag toss game, spike ball, and other sports balls to play on the large park like front yard. Beach chairs provided. There are a variety of family board games located in the living room and game room. We have left 2 sets of golf clubs for Guests to enjoy if they wish to play at Shelter Cove Golf course; an adult set and a junior set. Great for a Parent/ Child golf outing! . Washer/ dryer in garage. Outdoor shower to rinse off by side of house. Strong WiFi in the house
COVID 19 Cleaning practices: We are committed to AIRBNBs five-step enhanced cleaning process that goes beyond basic cleaning to sanitize the entire home.

Please note there are 2 RING cameras on the premises. One is facing the driveway and other to the side yard. These are for safety and security purposes and will not be turned on during Guests stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
No baby gates provided. Home has staircase
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Events

No events allowed
NO Parties, or Large Gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, No drugs
“There will be 2 RING cameras on the premises. It will overlook the driveway and side yard .
This is used for security and safety purposes only. There will be No recording during Guests stay.

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
Note from host: NO Parties, or Large Gatherings
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Shelter Cove

Located in Shelter Cove, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Mal Coombs Park and One Log House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sinkyone State Wilderness and Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Whitethorn, CA

What's nearby

  • Black Sands Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Abalone Point - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mal Coombs Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Humboldt Redwoods State Park - 60 min drive - 46.8 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mario's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Surf Point Coffee + Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gyppo Ale Mill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Sands Bistro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Delgado Pizza and Bakery - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room! on Apr 5, 2026 start from $260, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room! located?

This family-friendly Shelter Cove vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Black Sands Beach and Abalone Point. Mal Coombs Park and Shelter Cove Marina are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house! Great views! Would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Great place.

Property was great and as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Fun place for family

Had a great time. Super Cute place for a family and easy walk to Black Sands Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Great place

We enjoyed our time at shelter cove. Loved spending time on the deck and exploring the beautiful beach below.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a really cool place! We picked it for the location outside of a tourist area, the 3 floors to give us all some space mid-way through a long road trip, the indoor and outdoor ways for our tween-agers to play and run, and the awesome deck for my husband and I to enjoy some local beverages. It did not disappoint!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall W.

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

Beautiful property and great hosts!

We (my kids, ages 5 through teenagers) loved the property! It was beautiful, as were the views and the beach itself. The check-in process was easy and the owners were helpful and communicative! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Toby K.

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

Fabulous time in Shelter cove!

House was really wonderful and warm! Kat had a lot of great resources for us, and was super responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Great Location for Families

It’s a great home and host for families. They have everything you could think of including the golf clubs that we used to golf the local course. The kids loved the game room and SEGA!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Quick getaway

Lovely, quiet spot close to town and beach. Fully equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alicia T.

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

Nice coastal house getaway

Very nice small coastal getaway. The kids loved the bunk beds and games available at the house. Very comfortable and great help from owners when needing to change the thermostat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gautam p.

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

Perfect getaway from the city life

Views. Views. Views. Quaint little getaway - exactly what the doctor ordered.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jon r.

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

Perfect Getaway

Loved the place, loved the views. Kat and Alex were excellent hosts. Photos were accurate of the property. Would definitely love to come back. The only critical comment - the only way to access the third bedroom is through the master bedroom - if you have teenagers, just be aware!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candra P.

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

Secluded beach getaway

Area is very secluded which is what we wanted to be able to get away for a couple days. Gorgeous views and comfortable outdoor seating to enjoy those views and weather. Kept kids busy with walks around the area, exploring the tide pools and visiting the nearby Black Sand beach. This home had everything we needed for my family. My kids had fun playing on the ping pong table and outside in the yard. This home was fantastic and highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lena a.

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

Location

It would be helpful to know that there are no gas stations at Shelter Cove.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lanette L.

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

Unexpected stay

We were forced to find a new spot to stay on one days notice, due to fires a couple hours up North of here. We got so lucky. Never knew about this area and now want to keep it our little secret. Loved everything and wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back and can’t wait to stay in this home again! Really just the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here! Super clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The area is super remote and super quiet. It’s a great get away. There is very little cell service along most of the northern coastline, but they had great WiFi at the house. Loved how everything was labeled in the home, soap, shampoo and conditioner was stocked. Linens were clean. They had fun games, a gaming console and old VHSs and DVDs. We saw a ton of wildlife around the outside of the house including a black bear one night! Just a great little spot to retreat to. Just be aware that it is a 45 minute drive in from the main road. There is not much around so pack in what you need. Black Sands Beach is not a beach to be in the water in because of the riptides. So just be aware of that too. I would recommend this to anyone looking to get just away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George L.

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

Lovely Home in Lovely Town

Great place to stay for multiple people or even groups. Trees around and a view to the ocean. Located very close to Black Sand Beach and short drive to any shops/restaurants. The house has everything you need for the kitchen and a beautiful deck with plenty of outdoor furniture. Inside there is a bathroom on every floor and the 3 floor set up gives a lot of privacy between visitors. Everything was very clean and ready for use, even the outside furniture, which was nice. Only item to mention is that the neighbors are quite close when you're out on the deck. Definitely would like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

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

Great Location and Views

We loved eating at the dining table or on the porch and looking at the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Remarkable

The Whale Cove Retreat was a perfect home base for a relaxing and adventurous trip to Shelter Cove. First, Shelter Cove and surrounding towns were beautiful. Your surrounded by the coast, dense forest and redwoods. The home had everything we need and the hosts were proactive in making sure we were informed about logistics. We regularly saw deer grazing in the front yard which was a plus! If you’re headed to Shelter Cove, I highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Scott’s memorial.

The house is everything they advertised. We used a good portion of the amenities. Everything was easy to find. The rain made things a little messy on our departure. Sorry?! I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

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

Perfect Hideaway weekend

Lovely home with incredible views. Shelter Cove is a fantastic little town with super friendly locals.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jordan p.

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

A Relaxing Retreat and Gateway to the Redwoods

As a family, we were looking to all stay together for a few days off the beaten path. This house in Shelter Cove had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The hosts gave us ample descriptions in advance so that we’d know what to bring. They offered friendly assistance during our stay whenever we had questions. The house was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed exploring “The Lost Coast” and then driving further northeast into the Redwoods. The curvy roads to arrive to Shelter Cove from the South, however, are not for the faint of stomach.We dined at the local restaurants- all of which were delightful. We also cooked in the house and had everything we needed to make a family meal. Thanks to the owners for allowing us to feel at home and have a mini-break away from reality!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaki S.

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

Great getaway!

We just loved this place! Check in was super easy and the house was very clean and comfortable. We felt right at home immediately. The deck was good sized so a great place to unwind and enjoy the view of the ocean. Nearby nature trails as well as the Black People beach made outdoors time enjoyable. And I appreciated Alex and Katherine texting to touch base and make sure everything was good for our stay. The only downside is that we eventually had to go home. Great place to stay and hope to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole H.

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

Just What the Doctor Ordered

This Thanksgiving week was exactly what our family needed after our summer plans were canceled due to a medical emergency. We were able to download immediately. We rode bikes down the hill to the beach, explored tide pools and Abalone Point, and even golfed 9 holes in Shelter Cove. The place was labeled and fully stocked. We even used the BBQ to grill turkey legs. The hosts were amazing. I would recommend it highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Lovely retreat to the lost coast

We had a great experience staying at this property. Shelter Cove was such a neat place and this home was a comfortable place to come back to after exploring the area. We can't wait to come back and further explore the lost coast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Kat

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Why they chose this property

We absolutely LOVE the beach and Shelter Cove is a hidden Gem!

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