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Charming One-bedroom Cottage. Upscale quiet neighborhood. Convenient location.
- Cottage
- People: 3
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min. Stay: 3 nights
Cottage, 1 Bedroom-Queen sized bed + sofa bed, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2-3)
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Queen-sized bed with Sterns and Foster mattress in the bedroom. Sofa bed with full size mattress in the living area (memory foam available upon request).
Facilities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Heater
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Children Welcome
- Internet
- Parking
- Air Conditioning
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, Bath with showerRemodeled and clean. Next to bedroom.
- Full bathroom including a tub with a shower faucet. Titled floor and tub surround.
Safety features
- Exterior lighting
- Carbon-monoxide detector
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
Location Type
- city centre
- near the seaOcean or River beaches reached by car in 5 to 20 minutes
- townQuiet neighborhood
General
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Linens provided
- Parking availableOff-street parking for one vehicle
- Internet
- Towels available
- Wireless InternetUse extender for stronger signal.
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen roll
- Shampoo
- Basic soaps
- Toilet roll
- Living RoomIncludes sofa bed, television and DVD/CD player and a selection of DVDs.
- Baby Gate
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Hob
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee makerMelita drip filter and one cup drip coffee maker.
- Toaster
- Blender
- Pantry itemsSalt, Pepper and basic spices
- Dishes & utensils
- KitchenFull sized kitchen, including a range, refrigerator and microwave. Fully equipped for preparing meals at home.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 4 people
- Dining area
Entertainment
- TelevisionHigh definition flat screen with DVD player. NO CABLE TV, but a large selection of movies. Internet access to Netflix, HBO, etc...
- Satellite/Cable TVFREE WI-FI HIGH SPEED INTERNET
- DVD playerNO CABLE TV
- Books
- Video libraryDozens of DVDs.
Outside
- TerraceUpstairs deck with seating area.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Notes
- Full Kitchen complete with a range, refrigerator, microwave, pots, pans, dishware and utensils. Multipure water filter for drinking and cooking. Also included: Wireless Internet, flat screen high definition television, DVD/CD player, bed linens, towels & DVD movies. Bathroom features a tub/shower combination. Next door park has space for picnicking and children's play equipment.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 3
Minimum age of primary renter: 25
- We are taking the Coronavirus seriously and attempting to do our part to keep our guests (and ourselves) safe from being infected by the virus.
- We are allowing a minimum of 24 hours between guests. The used linens, towels, the bed duvet cover will be washed using bleach or ammonia.
- Surfaces will be disinfected. Housekeepers have been trained to prevent cross-contamination. Guests should wash kitchen items before using.
Cleaning practices
Minimum one-day vacancy between guests’ stays
Property has guest safety measures
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
Location
Hosted by Jim Gurman
Ask a questionAbout Jim Gurman
We have lived in Arcata since 1978, which is a testament to how much we enjoy this area. Humboldt County is a unique area which includes mountains, rivers, lagoons, forests, beaches and of course the Pacific Ocean. Because of so much diversity, we are able to enjoy many different species of birds, wildlife, trees, fungi, etc. Christine enjoys visiting the Arcata Marsh, which attracts native birds as well as migrating birds. Jim enjoys hunting for highly prized edible mushrooms, which grow in abundance here. We both enjoy bicycle riding, especially going up into the community forests on our mountain bikes. Riding our road bikes to other communities is another favorite activity. Preparing tasty meals is a passion for us and fortunately we have access to an abundance of fresh ingredients, especially when the farmer’s market on the Plaza is happening.
Jim Gurman purchased this Cottage in 2006
Why Jim Gurman chose Arcata
We purchased a vacant lot in a newly developed subdivision in 1986. What was unique about this subdivision is that the land it was created from was originally used as a playground/ball field for the public school that it is adjacent to. Because of earthquake safety, the school had to be relocated and the property, including the structure that was used as a school, was sold to private developers. Originally, these investors wanted to develop a medium density multi-unit subdivision without a park. The surrounding neighbors protested vehemently and ultimately the subdivision was reduced down from 39 living units to just 17, which also included a 1.25 acre park. Only 3 of the 17 building lots were designated for a supplemental living unit, ours being one of the 3. The other unique feature about our subdivision is that because it is surrounded by historical homes, we were required to build a structure that had historical architecture. This wasn’t a concern for us because we wanted to build a Craftsman style home anyway, which we did. The end result of all of our efforts (community members and neighbors) is that we created a highly desirable area in which to live and it now serves as one of the “jewel” neighborhoods of Arcata. We moved into our cottage in 1987 and lived there until our house next door was completed. What we offer you is a charming place to stay in a quiet, secure neighborhood conveniently located in Arcata.
What makes this Cottage unique
Enjoy staying in a comfortable cottage in a desirable neighborhood. Because of the park, which is only a short distance away, we live on a dead end street, so consequently there is little traffic noise.
- Languages:
- English
Private hosts do not rent properties as a trade, business or profession.