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A comfortable stay on a sustainable family farm

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The main room of the loft
"Jupiter", the captain of the angora goat herd
Fully restored and functional antique 1930's "Spark" gas stove
Barn loft upstairs windows
Farm grown organic heirloom tomatoes
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10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665 sq m

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McKinleyville, CA
  • Popular LocationArcata Plaza14 min drive
  • Popular LocationCal Poly Humboldt State University15 min drive
  • Popular LocationArcata Community Forest16 min drive
  • AirportEureka, CA (EKA-Murray Field)20 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room

Master Bedroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A comfortable stay on a sustainable family farm

When visiting our farm, you may get the opportunity to: frolic with goats, watch baby animals being born, feed the pigs, learn about natural fiber, walk through the flower fields, go for a mushroom hike, snuggle doggies, eat fresh garden veggies, sit by a campfire, and so much more!
Stay in comfort and quiet in our newly constructed "country chic" barn loft which includes a full kitchen, spacious bedroom, full bath, all basked in warm natural light from the south-facing windows. Explore and learn on our farm or easily travel to many of Humboldt's spectacular attractions.
The barn loft is up a short staircase and very well insulated from farming operations. Reclaimed old-growth wooden details frame the country charm, combined with modern amenities. Heated by a thermostat regulated pellet stove and cooled by a big ceiling fan. Cook your breakfast on the fully restored 1930's Spark gas stove using fresh organic produce and eggs available seasonally for purchase from our farm. The master bedroom sits just off the living room and is equipped with a queen-sized bed and 2 pull out single beds. The couch in the living room also opens into a queen bed. High-speed Wifi is available and T.V. entertainment is located in the office nook. Situated on the north side of the barn, there is a spacious outdoor setting where you can lounge in the sun, climb tree stumps, greet our animals, enjoy a campfire, and take in the scenery. Take a self-guided stroll around the property or make an appointment for a detail tour and introduction to our working farm.

Property manager

Sarah J Brunner

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
All guests must have an approved reservation. Please do not invite additional guests/visitors without host's approval.
Host is available for general needs 9am-5pm. Available only for emergency outside of these hours.
No shoes in the house/loft

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your 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
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

McKinleyville

This vacation home is located in Fieldbrook, a neighborhood in McKinleyville, and is in a rural area. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Arcata Theatre Lounge are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Los Bagels and Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McKinleyville, CA

What's nearby

  • Humboldt State University Natural History Museum - 14 min drive
  • Arcata Plaza - 14 min drive
  • Arcata Theatre Lounge - 14 min drive
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 15 min drive
  • Arcata Community Forest - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 25 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Toni's #1 - 13 min drive
  • Six Rivers Brewery - 14 min drive

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bailey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cozy
We loved staying at this property. Our kids couldn’t wait to get home from hiking to hang with the animals at the farm. Sarah was a wonderful host and gave us a farm tour that we loved. I loved walking past the flower section of the barn every time we left or came home. Our stay was truly dreamy and the loft was so cozy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm Stay
Loved it! My kids loved the animals. The location was gorgeous and peaceful. The lift was clean and comfy and our hosts were friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best farm stay!!
We loved being so close to so many farm animals but also have a retreat that is clean and bright! Such an inspiring place to stay, visit and enjoy. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place to unwind and explore the Redwoods!
We loved our stay at the Brunner Family Farm! Even though our stay was limited and mostly spent exploring the Redwoods and Fern Canyon, my girls still say their favorite part was “sleeping at the farm” and playing with their kitties! Wish we had a few more days just to stay on the farm and explore, so we will have to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anya v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time spend on the farm!
We had a wonderfull time at the farm. My grandkids loved to spend time with the animals and Sarah was kind enough to teach them how to milk the goats. Thank you Sarah. We had a great time and thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah J Brunner

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Hello, my name is Sarah and my husband Matt and I have enjoyed living in Humboldt County for over 20 years. We are currently raising our 2 young children on our organic farm in Fieldbrook, while Matt also works at Cal Poly Humboldt (formerly Humboldt State University). Matt and I originally moved to Arcata to attend the university, but stayed long after graduating because of our love for the local culture, environmental beauty, and the creative and friendly people of Humboldt County. Matt is an accomplished musician with a strong passion for acoustic old time country and bluegrass. He's a member of the beloved "Striped Pig String Band" who regularly organize and play for barn dances all over the county. While staying with us, you may occasionally hear him playing his fiddle on the porch. As a student at HSU, I focussed my studies on sustainable agriculture and have applied all I learned and more to developing our little organic farm. For years I was involved in managing some of our local farmers markets, but now my time is entirely balanced between growing/marketing our products and being a full time mom! Down time is rare, but when it rains I also enjoy crafting, baking, and knitting. We all love enjoying the natural beauty of our county. Matt surfs at many of the local wild and challenging surf breaks, we often camp and hike in the summer, and sometimes make it up to the snowy mountains in the winter. But our favorite place is always back at home!
Your Host
Sarah Brunner

Why they chose this property

Our farm and community are the real deal. This is not a tv ready, pimped and primped, over manicured, high end spa resort in farmers clothing. We are a true working family farm with grit in our teeth and dirt under our fingernails. We produce quality produce, cut flowers, and fiber products for sale and it's our passion and livelihood. That being said, we do also have high standards for providing a high quality experience for our guests with a clean and well equipped accommodation, access to hands on farm experiences, and being available for local information and assistance. We LOVE to host. We love meeting and chatting with our guests and sharing in what we do here. We are happy to make time to give you a tour of the farm or give you all the privacy you want to explore on your own. Just let us know what you need and we're happy to oblige.

What makes this property unique

Where else can you stay where you can enjoy fresh eggs from the nest to the table, pet a goat on your way to the car, walk to local wine tasting, or take a quick drive to hike the tallest trees in the world? We know you'll have a great time on our farm while visiting Humboldt County.
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