Welcome to Butterfly Cove! Our family loves living in one of the most amazing stretches of the beautiful North Coast. It’s a wonderful opportunity to be able to share our space and our private large backyard with visitors. You will love exploring the areas beautiful beaches ,redwood trails, fishing, and shopping throughout the year. Our home is 1,300 sf and is centrally located in McKinleyville. We are located on a quite cut-de-sac. We offer a large well stocked kitchen and a 3 bedroom 2 bath home. All bedrooms have queen size beds. Washer and drying is available for your convenience. After all, our home is your home tonight! So let us be the first to say, welcome home!
Dogs are welcome with extra fee of $125 (per dog) and prior approval. Please email before booking our home if you are traveling with pets. LIMIT is 2 dogs.
Warm Regards, Simon & Chanel
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet time is at 9:00 PM
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3260791
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
About the neighborhood
McKinleyville
McKinleyville is home to this vacation home. Beau Pre Golf Club and Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Azalea State Natural Reserve and Clam Beach County Park. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels are also worth visiting.
Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
Sequoia Park Zoo - 29 min drive - 31.1 km
Redwood National and State Parks - 53 min drive - 61.5 km
Getting around
Eureka Station - 19 min drive
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Dutch Bros Coffee - 6 min drive
The Bigfoot Taproom - 7 min walk
Taco Bell - 6 min walk
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Fogline Coffee - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Butterfly Cove/5 minutes to Beaches and Redwoods pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Butterfly Cove/5 minutes to Beaches and Redwoods?
As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Butterfly Cove/5 minutes to Beaches and Redwoods on May 25, 2026 start from $408, 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 Butterfly Cove/5 minutes to Beaches and Redwoods?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Butterfly Cove/5 minutes to Beaches and Redwoods?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Butterfly Cove/5 minutes to Beaches and Redwoods located?
Situated in McKinleyville, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from McKinleyville Totem Pole and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hiller Dog Park and Beau Pre Golf Club. Azalea State Natural Reserve is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Wonderful kitchen and back yard was fabulous! Loved the suite with ensuite bath. Beds extremely comfortable Perfect for traveling with friends. There were 4 of us and we stayed for 4 nights. Would definitely book again One of the nicest VRBO weve stayed at! Loved the quite neighborhood
We loved our stay at this house. Everything well stocked, very clean, and feels like home away from home. This is the only place we stay when visiting the area
Butterfly cove is a beautiful home and the nicest VRBO we’ve stayed in yet. The home felt like a home away from home. The home was very clean, fully stocked, very comfortable beds, pillows and couches. The yard was big and perfect for our small dog. We would love to stay here again. Thank you for providing special touches throughout the home to make it feel so comfortable.
Kimberly V.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina
Oct 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great place to stay (real close to my family), while celebrating Christmas with my mother, sister, bother and his family.We look forward to staying here again.
We (me, wife, our 2 young boys and their grandma) absolutely loved our stay here. It is clean, spacious, and comfortable. It is in a nice, quiet neighborhood, and there are multiple grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance. There are many amazing hikes and beautiful beaches just a short drive away.
This place is neat. Big back yard for the kids, a nice layout and in a nice neighborhood. It’s off the main drag but tucked away so not a lot of traffic. We would return for sure. The decorations inside are nice as well.
We have had the need to stay in McKinleyville frequently over the past year and this has become our go to location. Centrally located, spacious, clean and a great backyard.
We used this lovely home as a "home base" while we were visiting the Redwoods. It was perfect for our family stay. The back yard was wonderful, we wish we had more time to just relax there as it was very inviting
This house is perfect for what we needed, centrally located in McKinleyville and in a quiet neighborhood. This was our second stay and we will be booking it again.
Mary G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 29, 2024
It’s was a pleasure hosting and you and we look forward to your stay in the future!
The property was in a non-descript neighborhood off the main drag of Mckinleyville. Easy to get to places. The house was clean, provided for basic necessities. A few games or books would have been a nice touch.
Jenny B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Shanell
Why they chose this property
Looking to experience the heart of the North Coast? Come stay with us in this cozy and private hide away located near the heart of beautiful McKinleyville, CA. Our nestled home sits on a half acer, backed and surrounded with a private view of old historic Redwoods. If that’s not enough enjoy being centrally located! Our homes just 5 minute from Downtown Arcata and 10 minutes from the coastal scene in Trinidad. We are also near hiking trails from the Hammond Trail to a short drive down to Azalea Reserve and much more. Upon arrival their is also guidebook full of attractions and local restaurants we highly recommend, we cannot wait for you to visit our home!
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