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Your Private Sanctuary in Shelter Cove

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

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Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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Whitethorn, CA

Shelter Cove Marina
‪16 min walk‬
Abalone Point
‪3 min drive‬
Black Sands Beach
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Your Private Sanctuary in Shelter Cove

Escape to this modest two-story home with spectacular ocean and forest views.

Offering the perfect retreat for families and/or couples seeking the tranquility and the healing effects of this Lost Coast paradise.

Enjoy breathtaking views and sunsets from every room, deck, and area of this home.

Conveniently located just minutes from the Black Sand Beach, marina, lighthouse, trails, golf course, restaurants, and store.

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Sea view

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House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please throw used towels in the laundry basket in the master bedroom closet. If you have dirty dishes pls load them to the dishwasher but no need to wash. Bring in cushions from patio.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Please refrain from wearing shoes inside the house.

To avoid getting balcony cushions and your belongings wet, bring them inside overnight.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Shelter Cove

Located in Shelter Cove, this holiday home is by the sea. Shelter Cove Marina and Briceland Vineyards Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore John B. Dewitt Redwoods State Natural Reserve and Mal Coombs Park. Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Whitethorn, CA

What's nearby

Shelter Cove Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Mal Coombs Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Abalone Point - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Black Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Avenue of the Giants - 51 min drive - 45.8 km

Getting around

Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mi Mochima - ‬18 min walk
‪Delgada Pizza and Bakery - ‬18 min walk
‪The Fish Tank - ‬18 min walk
‪Vern's Fairway Mini Mart - ‬17 min walk
‪Cove Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Private Sanctuary in Shelter Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

Where is Your Private Sanctuary in Shelter Cove located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mal Coombs Park, Shelter Cove Marina and Abalone Point. Black Sands Beach is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

23 Jun 2025

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

Nice views, great kitchen, very fast internet

I enjoyed the house and expansive view of the ocean. The house was spotless. Living room and kitchen are upstairs, to best enjoy the views. Shelter Cove itself is incredibly friendly. Beaches full of amiable people and mutts. I will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

27 May 2025

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

Views and Privacy!

The views from the deck were amazing. From the deck, you have to really peer to even see another building, let alone a person. The place was wonderfully clean and a great space for a family of four. We loved the place and area even more than we expected! The drive to Shelter Cove is long and windy, but I think that's what helps make this place special. You have to want to get here to be here. Even on a holiday weekend, the town was relatively quiet and this home is only a few minutes drive to the "main" area of town.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger P.

7 Jul 2025

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

Peaceful Gem in Shelter Cove

This was a perfect place to stay & the listing is highly accurate to what you can expect, but the owner has added a lot of little touches that really made the stay wonderful. The house was very clean & well maintained. It’s not fancy, but very thoughtful, comfortable & beautifully styled. The view from the balcony is unmatched - nothing but trees, ocean and the sky. Cell phone service is spotty, but there is excellent Wi-Fi & a large TV with streaming services. The house came stocked with plenty of extra pillows, towels & bedding. The kitchen was well stocked with lots of extras (i.e. coffee/teas, pantry basics & a large selection of spices). The bathroom was stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, q-tips, & a hairdryer. There was also a small selection of books & board games! There is a wood stove upstairs & propane heaters in each of the downstairs rooms. There is no AC, but a nice ceiling fan. Additionally, the owners’ requirements for check-out are very reasonable. There is limited parking (max 1-2 cars, trailers/RV’s/boat would be challenging) and the yard is somewhat limited if you are looking for a yard for small kids or pets to play in. Neither of these were issues for us, but just good things to be aware of. The owner was great to work with before & during the stay & was very responsive. There was one item that came up during our stay (I incorrectly assumed something) but the owner went above and beyond to help us fix a problem that was no fault of theirs.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Courtenay R.

26 Jun 2025

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

Shelter Cove Stay

My husband and I travelled to Shelter Cove for some hiking and outdoor time after a family wedding on the West Coast. We had a wonderful time and the accommodations were very welcoming and convenient to our planned activities, etc. (Black Sands Beach, Avenue of the Giants, great hiking opportunities). The property was very clean and very thoughtfully appointed. The detail and extra touches by the owner were apparent - the kitchen was fully appointed down to spices, foil, protein bars, etc. The extra touches extended to the bathroom - shampoo, body wash, etc. The level of detail and consideration was really evident. The property is not plush but it's thoughtful. Visitors just need to be aware that Shelter Cove is remote - it's on the Lost Coast! - and seems to be in a period of transition. There are a handful of restaurants within easy driving/walking distance - you just need to be aware of when they are open. There is one general store as you near Shelter Cove. It's a quiet community that seems to be transitioning and is still in flux - newer restaurants and homes mixed with older, more local homes, etc. If you are travelling with a family and staying at this property and expecting an outside play area, I would make that explicitly clear so the lawn can be prepared. We did not have children so it wasn't an issue for us. But the lawn was overgrown. But, again, we enjoyed our stay and I appreciate the owner's level of thoughtfulness.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Your Private Sanctuary in Shelter Cove

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Check-out instructions

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Shelter Cove

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

10/10

10/10

9.6/10

9.6/10

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10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Nice views, great kitchen, very fast internet

Barbara H.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Views and Privacy!

Ryan B.

10/10 Excellent

Ginger P.

Peaceful Gem in Shelter Cove

Ginger P.

8/10 Good

Courtenay R.

Shelter Cove Stay

Courtenay R.

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