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

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single 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
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 to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

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

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 # 4738530vb
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
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

Crescent City

Located in Crescent City, this holiday 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 cycling and hiking.
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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
  • ‪Gordi Bros Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ship Ashore Restaurant And Cocktail Lounge - ‬8 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 15 May 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 30 Jul 2026 start from £248, 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 at Villa Au Contraire -luxury within steps to Jedediah Smith Park and Smith River?

On-site 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?

Checkout 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 holiday 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 labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

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 10 Apr 2026
Thank you, it was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to your next trip to the redwoods!
Verified

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

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 7 Sept 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!
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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

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

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 18 Feb 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!

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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