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Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River

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Exterior
A single-story house with a pink exterior, a front door, and a small porch with two chairs.
A pink house with a deck, a garage, and a yard with a lawn and a metal barrel.
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Smith River
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crescent City, CA
  • Place, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Redwood Heritage State Wilderness
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Twin Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River

Enjoy the perfect luxurious rental that is literally steps to one of the cleanest rivers in the US, Smith River. Our Villa is located above the Crescent City fog bank by roughly six miles, with inland climate, located near the Smith River and steps away from Jedediah Smith State Park. Completely renovated with all the amenities of home: WiF, BBQ, hot tub, two large master suites, and sofa sleeper in living room. Pick your own fresh tomatoes and veggies from the yard. Enjoy our complimentary cruiser bikes, stand up paddle board, kayaks, and water toys.
Kids, babies and furry friends are all welcome!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No events/party Quiet time after 10PM
No parking in grass Fire only in designated area
No Smoking Please
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please load and run dishwasher before checkout Parking in designated parking Fires only in designated area Quiet time after 10 PM

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4738530
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Crescent City

Located in Crescent City, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Crescent City, CA

What's nearby

  • Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Smith River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Redwood Heritage State Wilderness - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hiouchi Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Crescent City Harbor - 19 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea West - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hiouchi Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gasquet Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gordi Bros Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River on Oct 5, 2026 start from $357, 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 Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River located?

This family-friendly Crescent City vacation home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park and Smith River. Redwood National and State Parks is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mylea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you’re looking for the perfect base camp to explore the Redwoods, this is it. The hosts were incredible, friendly, responsive, and genuinely welcoming. The home was exceptionally clean, the beds were very comfortable, and every detail made our stay enjoyable. We especially appreciated the thoughtful s’mores kit, which was the perfect way to unwind around the fire after a day of exploring. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was recently remodeled and done very nicely. The finishes were great. Our son was interested in taking some water toys to the river but we had no way to haul them since we were in a car.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lsvettes T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Au Contraire! The property was clean and well-appointed with everything we needed and things we didn’t know we needed, like the thoughtful s’mores kit! Conveniently located near Hiouchi and a short, scenic drive to Crescent City. The only critique I have is there are not TV’s in the bedrooms; while not a big deal to some, I enjoy falling asleep to the noise of the TV. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2026
Thank you for the kind review! It was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melodie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the best vacation rentals I’ve ever had. Absolutely lovely property, perfect for exploring the northern redwoods. The kitchen had every single thing anyone might need. The outdoor fireplace and grilling pavilion was awesome! I honestly cannot say enough good things about Villa Au Contraire.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 10, 2026
Thank you, it was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to your next trip to the redwoods!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LAURA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was set up so you could fix anything and the place was nice and clean. We did enjoy the hot tub and the fire pit too. It had a nice size fridge and freezer, washer, dryer and dishwasher. There were games and books too. I really enjoyed myself and I would definitely do it again. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in the redwoods. Would stay here again! Near Crescent city, Smith river and hiking trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the aesthetic, cleanliness, quality, and variety of housewares. The mattresses, sofa and chairs are comfy too. What we loved the most was the kayaks, and inter tubes, we went down to the river twice and enjoyed it so much. The fireplace and hot tub was also a cherry on top. The shower water pressure was nice too. Water was filtered for the house so we drank sink water and it was good. We were happy to have s’mores supplied too! What a warm welcome! There was cooking sprays, oils, and some seasonings. I recommend bringing what you need. I would use this location again because it has the kayaks, tubes, and bikes and had all the comforts I could need. Also there was a crab pot, we used hot dogs and caught several which we let go due to size.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 7, 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review, we are happy you enjoyed your stay and there is always so much to explore on the beautiful wild rivers coast. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Clean, spacious and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2025
Thank you for choosing us for your stay, you were a pleasure to host and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kierstin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We added one more night to our stay because of an issue with the next property on our trip. We were not sad we had to stay an extra day in paradise though. The home was so clean and the backyard is so peaceful. Thank you so much for a great experience!Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a getaway in the Redwoods.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kierstin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our time at this home! It was absolutely beautiful, spotless, and had everything we needed for our trip; from plenty of firewood to a stocked kitchen with all the utensils, pots, and pans. We spent most of our evenings around the fire pit, which was such a peaceful, private, and cozy spot. The owner was very communicative during our stay and our check in and out directions were easy to follow.The location couldn’t have been better, only about 10 minutes from Crescent City and around 30 minutes from Jedediah Smith. The drive through the towering redwoods was breathtaking every single time. They did have some nice outdoor activity equipment and folding chairs available that we did not use this time.This was our elopement and honeymoon, and the two bedrooms and bathrooms were perfect for getting ready separately. The weather couldn’t have been better, and we couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing, beautiful place to stay.We will definitely be back and we highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a quiet retreat near the redwoods!
Bed and bath
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where do I start? We were greeted with a basket with s'more supplies and a fire already set up and just needed us to light it. House was immaculate, and plenty of good quality linens. Towels for the hot tub and for the shower which was hot, which is a relief, since I hate running out of towels and using same ones for hot tub. Kitchen was shocked with all appliances, dishes, pots, pans, coffee maker was a single cup and full pot combo so bring your favorite coffee. We picked oranges and lemons in the front yard for our cocktails enjoyed by the fire pit, did I mention the wood? They left us enough wood to last for days. Along with fire starters and such! Water in both bathrooms was hot. Wifi was strong and easy to get on. It was too cold to use the stuff in garage but when I come back I am definitely using the bikes, wagon, kayak, and beach equipment available. And they had a pack and play and some sort of high chair available. And board games in the cabinet. The whole house was available, no weird locked rooms. We felt welcome and would definitely book again. Our host recommended two places to eat in town -both of them spot on and one I watched over 50 plus seals and sea lions while I enjoyed a very good fish and chips! One last thing I really liked was the local maps, books and local spots, all in the welcome basket which in the Redwood Forest was a game changer for us. Thank you for excellent time. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 18, 2026
Thank you for the kind review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay! You were a pleasure to host and we take pride in offering a good experience to our guests. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Halcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing! Great location to explore the Redwoods. The hosts went out of their way to make us feel welcome and added lots of nice touches like the fire pit loaded and ready and a s’mores kit. The hot tub and backyard is very relaxing and a great place to hang out. We had a fabulous experience !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We enjoyed hosting you and look forward to having the opportunity to host you in the future. The location truly is the perfect place to relax and explore.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olaf G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! The location was perfect—close to great hiking trails and the river, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors. The home was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. We especially loved the spacious backyard, which provided plenty of room to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The backyard fireplace was a wonderful bonus and made for cozy evenings under the stars. Overall, a great place to unwind, and we would happily stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. It truly is the perfect location to explore and relax.

About the host

Hosted by Robyn Fillippa

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We are born and raised in Del Norte county. We want to help you enjoy your stay while you explore the wild rivers coast.

Why they chose this property

At Villa Au Contraire, you have a beautiful outdoor area to enjoy and relax. We are walking distance to multiple river access points and the giant redwoods.

What makes this property unique

This is the perfect place to enjoy as you work or play. Surrounded by redwoods and close to local beaches and the famous Smith River

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