Beach Proximity, Theatre & Hot Tub Retreat

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A spacious living area with a large couch, a coffee table, and a bar area with stools.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A round table with a fire pit in the center, a burger, fries, and a drink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Black Sands Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Shelter Cove, CA
  • Place, Black Sands Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Abalone Point
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Shelter Cove

Located in Shelter Cove, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Shelter Cove Marina and Briceland Vineyards Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree.
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Shelter Cove, CA

What's nearby

  • Black Sands Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Abalone Point - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove - 8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Humboldt County Office - 56 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffé Dolce - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Surf Point Coffee + Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gyppo Ale Mill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Sands Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Delgado Pizza and Bakery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Proximity, Theatre & Hot Tub Retreat pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Beach Proximity, Theatre & Hot Tub Retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Proximity, Theatre & Hot Tub Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Proximity, Theatre & Hot Tub Retreat located?

Situated in Shelter Cove, this golf holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Black Sands Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Abalone Point and Mal Coombs Park. Shelter Cove Marina and Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, awesome theater room for kids movie nights. Hot tub was a major hit. Lots of stairs but that’s expected for a three story house! Quick drive to Black Sands beach and coffee shops in Shelter Cove. Saw a fox and some deer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shelter Cove Rental

Great spot to stay to explore shelter cove. Fun house, great kitchen, and lots of room to spread out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

The place was beautiful and very accommodating! My family has been going to Shelter Cove for vacation for over 20 years and we loved our stay. Price point is high but definitely worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place on the Lost Coast

We had a wonderful time here. The proximity to the black sand beaches, tide pools, and redwoods made this an ideal location for us. The accommodations were perfect for our needs, plenty of room, nice furnishings, and an attentive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent home

Such a fun home. beats all expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

We love Shelter Cove and found the house to be perfect for our family group of 10 adults. The host was very helpful with any questions or concerns we had. It’s nestled up in the quiet woodsy part of Shelter Cove
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas

Had a great time with the family. Perfect house to play board games, cook family meals, and host a Murder Mystery Dinner party. Shelter cove was a perfect quaint beach town to relax and enjoy the coast line, with many wonderful hikes near buy. The Host were wonderful to work with and the house was perfectly stocked with all the essentials. would highly recommend staying in this beautiful house.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shelter Cove Gem

Katie was amazing! My husband asked for blueprints and Katie didn’t hesitate to provide them quickly. The beds were comfy. The kitchen is a perfect layout and complete with everything you need! What a wonderful place to relax and enjoy Shelter Cove area!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful House

House fit our needs perfectly. Owner is very helpful and there are clear directions for everything. Lots of games and gadgets to play with! There are a lot of stairs inside the house, so mobility impaired folks might struggle a bit. Shelter Cove is fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best experience we have ever had with a VRBO home. The home is beautiful and exactly as described and pictured. Jon is an exceptional host who went above and beyond to assist us with our stay. This was a family vacation for 5 adults, 2 small children and our dog. The home was more than set up for our needs. We enjoyed Black Sand Beach, which is only a short walk from the house, as well as several other beaches that were a short drive away. Our 3 year old grandson was entranced by the seals who hung out on the rocks and danced in the waves. We cooked most of our meals in the wonderful kitchen but also enjoyed several of the restaurants in Shelter Cove (shout out to Gyppo Ale Mill).Special thanks to Jon and Jacque who helped us out when our car unexpectedly had a dead battery. They were able to help us quickly and make what could have been a very unpleasant situation into a small bump in the road. We highly recommend this home for anyone wanting to explore the beautiful Lost Coast area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We had high hopes for this property, but it fell short — especially given its "luxury" marketing.The hot tub was a major letdown. We arrived to it half-full with debris, required us to fill it and add chemicals daily due to a leak, and left one guest with a rash. When we contacted the host, they suggested we troubleshoot it ourselves — not acceptable for a safety issue at a property marketed as luxury.Cleanliness was lacking throughout. Bathrooms had spiders, insects, and ant trails. Outdoor furniture was covered in debris and looked nothing like the listing photos. Several safety concerns also stood out: a rotten patio railing, a rusty spiral staircase, and dangerously dull kitchen knives.The "luxury" label simply doesn't fit. The home has a rustic, DIY feel — converted garage game room with a duct-taped couch, non-functional TV and fireplace remotes, no tissues, and not enough trash bags.That said, there were bright spots: streaming services were signed in and ready to go, the bulk paper towels and toilet paper in the butler's pantry were appreciated for our large group, and the Big Green Egg grill was a genuine highlight.We tried to make the best of it, but the hot tub issues, cleanliness, and safety concerns made it hard to fully relax. We hope the owner addresses these before the next guests arrive and reconsiders the "luxury" designation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A fun place to spend Christmas

Our family rented Black Sands at Shelter Cove (property ID 1846899), looking to do something different for the Christmas holiday. We had five adults, four kids from 11 to 16, so we need something roomy and comfortable. The Black Sands house fit the bill perfectly. The kitchen came well equipped with everything we needed. The kids made good use of the ping pong table and video equipment in the game room. The sofas (family and game room) were very comfortable. There was a roomy fenced in area off the bottom floor, a real plus for pets. The house's heating was in the floor, which I was a bit skeptical about, but worked very well; and there were nest thermostats throughout the house for different areas. There were lots of entertainment options – TVs in each bedroom, the family room, and the game room, and an excellent stock of DVD-blu ray movies. The hot tub got use too, especially by the kids. The house is close to Black Sands beach and overlook, a fun place to wander around and a great place to watch a sunset. We also had a great time exploring the tidepools and the beach at Mal Coombs park. The hosts, Jon and Katie were very helpful and responsive. We communicated via text and e-mail, and they replied quickly. We did run into a toilet problem in one of the three bathrooms and they had someone out to fix it the day after Christmas, which we appreciated. All in all, the Black Sands house helped make our travel Christmas experience an enjoyable one.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely beautiful

This house was perfect for our vacation! The beds were so comfortable, there’s space for everyone to gather in the kitchen area but also enough privacy. The host responded quickly to any questions. My husband, 3 adult sons and I were there to see the Redwood trees - wow!! - can’t even describe how beautiful they are. The house is also so close to black sands beach which is breathtaking. The general store had everything we needed for our stay and we also visited the local brewery which was great. It’s very difficult for us to align our schedules to take a trip so it has to be special-this is!! We all agreed this was absolutely one of our best vacations. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families

Our families had a great time. The kitchen area and open seating was great for kids and adults. The backyard with vegetation was so nice for sitting in the hot tub and playing corn hole. While the walk up from the beach was good exercise, Black Sands was wonderfu. Shelter Cove is a nice find.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house with many amenities

We had 11 family members for a week! Everyone slept comfortably in the many bedrooms. The kitchen was big enough to accommodate several “cooks” at a time. With multiple floors, nooks and outside areas, there were plenty of places to gather and places for personal time. This house offers comfort and ease.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Post LCT house

12 of us Stayed here after completing the Lost Coast Trail. The house was roomy enough for all 3 families to enjoy Thanksgiving and a few days of rest and relaxation. The game room was great except only 1 dart worked. The hot tub was nice but reheating after draining took over 12 hours not the 4 hours mentioned in the video so plan accordingly if draining. Would stay here again if ever in Shelter Cove.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shelter Cove

Our group of three couples had plenty of room to spread out, but we really enjoyed the kitchen / family room area to dine and hang out watching TV or playing games in the evening! The floor palm was very open and unique! The area was in a quiet neighborhood and we were able to walk to the nearby Black Sand Beach! We also traveled up through the Avenue of the Redwood Giants and walked several trails in the State Parks that are in the vicinity! The Redwoods are a sight to behold! If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this a great area to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place, full of fun!

We had an amazing time at Shelter Cove. The location provided a peaceful base to travel to the Redwoods or easily walk to the black sandy beaches to watch the pelicans and seals play. The house is gorgeous and we all had room for ourselves and room to all be comfortable in the great room. We'd happily be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Retreat!

Wonderful spot to enjoy the whole family! Plenty of space to spread out and a very short walk to the ocean and black sands.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property moments away from black sand beach

We had an amazing time here. All three couples had their own floor. There were tons of options for entertainment - hot tub, TVs, great kitchen, game room. All bathrooms came with modern temp controlled shower heads. In vicinity of good hiking and a mountain bike park. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a beautiful, serene getaway tangential to the woods.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at Black Sands in Shelter Cove!

The house is spacious and full of nice amenities. The location is quiet and close to Black Sands Beach. Hosts Jon and Katie were wonderful and very responsive. If you plan to visit Shelter Cove with your family and/or friends, this property is a wonderful home base for your explorations of the Lost Coast. Plus, it's pet friendly if you plan to bring your furry buddy. We recommend it!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Time

This house was perfect for our family and 3 grandchildren. So much for all to do ping pong , corn hole , we cooked and enjoyed all our meals in the well appointed kitchen and great room. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful escape

We had a great time at Shelter Cove. The house is spacious and well equipped for a group getaway. The beautiful beach is just a short walk down the hill and the neighborhood is quiet and remote. We will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice get away

Super accommodating host. Appreciated the tips and help provided as we explored the lost coast of California! We hope to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Location

The House was Amazing and it was really clean and really close to the Cove ant the Black Sands , As well as the Tide Pools there was plenty of room for all our family that came up for the week . We will be back for sure ...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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