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The lemon haven in Arcata

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4867 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Arcata, CA
  • Place, Cal Poly Humboldt State University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arcata Community Forest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Arcata Plaza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The lemon haven in Arcata

This charming, historic home overlooks Arcata. It is a pleasant walk to downtown, where you can enjoy the numerous restaurants, farmers market and festivals on the Plaza. You can spend the day exploring, perusing the shelves of books at the Tin Can Mailman, checking out Sci-Fi night at the Arcata Theater Lounge or going to explore the majestic redwoods and wild coastline. It is just a short 2 block walk to Humboldt State University, where you can watch great shows at the Van Duzer Theater. The Arcata Community forest is only 3 blocks away with miles of hiking trails through the redwoods.

Our home has a spacious rolling lawn for bocce ball, or relaxing outside with a cold drink under the tree in the back yard. There is a large, fully equipped kitchen for cooking delicious meals for two, or the whole family. You will find fun dishes for all occasions in addition to a rice cooker, crock pot, blender and so much more!

There is a luxurious king size bed in one bedroom. The second bedroom has two extra long twin beds for separate sleeping, or if you would prefer to have them together, they make a second king bed. The yard is full fenced for your four legged friends, so come on out and find all the comforts of home and much more in our charming lemon haven!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a $40 pet fee. Quiet time between 10:00 PM & 8:00 AM. Pick up the yard after your pets. Dogs only allowed on furniture with provided dog...

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Arcata

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in East Arcata, a neighborhood in Arcata. Finnish Country Sauna & Tubs and Baywood Golf And Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels. Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum and Humboldt Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arcata, CA

What's nearby

  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arcata Theatre Lounge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arcata Community Forest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arcata Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Humboldt State University Natural History Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 13 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪College Creek Marketplace - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bencharong Thai House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Arcata Pizza & Deli - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Local Cider Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Renata's Creperie - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The lemon haven in Arcata pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The lemon haven in Arcata?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The lemon haven in Arcata on Jun 1, 2026 start from $209, 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 The lemon haven in Arcata?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The lemon haven in Arcata?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The lemon haven in Arcata located?

Located in East Arcata, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Cal Poly Humboldt State University, Arcata Theatre Lounge, and Humboldt State University Natural History Museum. Los Bagels and Arcata Plaza are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Kitchen
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great study in a clean property. Good communication with host. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with an amazing yard! The location is within walking distance of the park and downtown. The house was very clean. We would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, cozy accommodations with comfortable beds, a well functioning heater for the cold nights, and all amenities, including a paella pan we put to good use. The backyard was huge. The shower was modern with a hand held device and rainfall showerhead. We walked into town every day; great location for leaving the car at home. Mary, our host, was quick to respond, helpful & understanding - 5 stars for her alone! Would definitely stay here again when visiting Arcata.
Dinner table at the lemon haven.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is conveniently located for walks to downtown or hiking. It is very clean and has a well stocked kitchen that makes cooking easy. We enjoyed the cozy living room and comfortable beds. The backyard includes a big patio area for relaxing or outdoor dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little house. It felt like home for the weekend. Very clean, comfortable king bed, nice common area. Rainfall shower head is a nice touch. Loved spending our weekend here. Very centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josiane P.

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

Cozy and Great Location

Perfect home to visit Arcata with our fur-baby and teens!! We explored campus and town all walking from this sweet home! We baked cookies, made cookies, enjoyed the cozy living room, slept well in the nice beds, and enjoyed.
Perfect yard for Harvey!!
Great cooking supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Great location, great stay

We loved our stay at this cute little property. So clean and comfortable. Great backyard and perfect location. We were pleasantly surprised by the amazing hiking/biking trails a couple blocks away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely little lemon haven:)

We loved staying here with our pups! Very tidy and had a great yard for the dogs to play. Would love to return someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Bday trip

What is a wonderful stay. House is very cute and located in a good area. Walking or driving distance to shops and restaurants. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home, well appointed. Loved our time. Gre
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Just right

Great location, thoughtfully managed, and beautiful yard
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie L.

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

We love Lemon Haven

Thank you for having us again! Our dogs love the yard, we love the location, and the house is just adorable. Can’t wait for next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannen F.

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

Graduation

Love this house. Have stayed here before, and will stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauls K.

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

A great place to rest

We were in town visiting our college kids for the weekend. The Lemon Haven is in a fantastic neighborhood, two blocks from the Community Forest! We brought our small dog, who was able to freely roam the fenced-in yard while we enjoyed the amazing backyard patio. Lots of kitchenware and an overall well-equipped house. We are looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Convenient location for North Coast

Excellent location for accessing the University, walk around town, drive up the coast to beaches and redwoods and south to Eureka. Wonderfully equipped kitchen. Mary, the manager, very kind and accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Perfect Place

We really enjoyed our stay in this quaint, clean, and well thought out property! We had everything we needed and slept great. The fully fenced backyard was huge and perfect for those traveling with a pet. We loved the proximity to the college, the community forest, and even downtown. Everything was a short walk away, although an uphill walk back from the plaza. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

Cozy, convenient Arcata home

Wonderful, well-appointed & maintained home with large fenced yard that was perfect for my husband and me. Our doggie loved it too! Was close to the Humboldt campus and yet set in a very nice, quiet neighborhood. Was the perfect place for us to stay while visiting relatives for Thanksgiving. Would return again in a heartbeat and recommend highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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

Wonderful and comfortable home in Arcata

We had a great visit and really liked this home. It was spacious, super comfortable, and had lots of extra touches that made our visit even more enjoyable. The home is also in a great location; walking distance to the university and town square. When we had a question about our rental, we were provided with amazing customer service. This is a great home to stay in if you are in the Arcata area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Can’t wait to return!

Our stay was perfect and the home was lovely. I’m so happy we stayed. The owner was very accommodating with my last minute change to bring the dog. The yard was secure and the apple and lemon trees were a delight! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Getting married!

We got married over the weekend, this was the perfect little house for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Convenient for Arcata and Cal Poly Humboldt

Perfect location for Cal Poly Humboldt visit and very dog friendly. Do not expect a new house. Very homey and clean. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucero m.

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

Review

We had a great time. Only thing I would advise is that if your taking you dogs, the transients that walk by the house attempt to mess with your dogs. Other than that no complaints. The house was great inside and out. It's super close to the redwoods and other great places. I would definitely recommend 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Calpoly Humboldt Trip

Traveled to Arcata with grandaughter to visit campus. The house was perfect, well furnished with comfortable beds. Only three blocks from campus and a short walk to forest with many trails to hike. Every appliance you might need was available in kitchen. There were even toys and treats for our dog. Big back yard with pergola and bbq (completely fenced). If granddaughter picks Humboldt for college, this will be our goto place for visits. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari E.

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

Lovely home and dog friendly garden/yard

Everything you need in a cute historic home. It has a great feel. Easy entry for loading from the parking at the curb. No steps in front are great for our older mom. (She couldn't get into the shower due to high sides/slip hazard but still loved the house). Super dog friendly with lovely secure fenced large yard and dog sheets for furniture. I always bring my own and this added touch made it even better. Fantasic well-provided kitchen with large table. Comfy beds. Amazing location for heading to dinner in the Plaza and a 45min drive to Avenue of the Giants/Redwoods. This is a real find!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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