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The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil.

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fort Bragg, CA
  • Place, Jughandle State Natural Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Skunk Train
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Glass Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil.

Welcome to the Black Cabin.
Your little private haven in the middle of the woods. The cabin was built in 1940 and has served as a family retreat until now. Newly remodeled, the cabin offers a modern trim with a cottage feel. Try our outdoor shower situated in the remnants of giant red wood. Explore the town and come back to a quiet and secluded refuge. Kick back and relax, no need to make the beds or finish the dishes, enjoy every minute of the house because it’s fully serviced after every stay.

The cabin does have a wood burning stove, but we ask guests not to use it and use the space heaters instead for heating purposes.

We provide a space heater but bringing your personal space heater is recommended during the chilly months.

We provide bedding for the 2 Queen beds, if more is needed. Please make a request as soon as possible and we will do our best to accommodate.

In addition to the steps at the front door, the kitchen has a sunken floor. Take extra care coming and going from the kitchen.

We have one security camera by the front door and the back patio, for the safety and security of the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cabin not childproof, ask about potential hazards
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The cabin is heated by using a wood burning stove. You should be comfortable starting a fire as this is the sole source of heat for the cabin.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 127029
Property # 2262033vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Fort Bragg

Located in Fort Bragg, this cabin is in a rural area. Sea Glass Museum and Triangle Tattoo Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Skunk Train and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens.
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Fort Bragg, CA

What's nearby

  • Jughandle State Natural Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Noyo Harbor - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Skunk Train - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Glass Beach - 18 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Harbor Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Los Gallitos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Black Cabin, spacious, secluded and tranquil. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Jughandle State Natural Reserve and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Glass Beach and Sea Glass Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lilla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a dog friendly cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. We had such a wonderful stay. Very clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is adorable and has a cute little secluded yard. Perfect for dogs to hang out and play! Its also in a great location, only a few minutes drive to all the activities in fort bragg. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely well pets very quiet and peaceful location and offer come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked this for an anniversary get away for the "kids". They absolutely loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing place to stay. The owner was very accommodating to our needs. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was well appointed and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was roomy and well decorated. The setting was peaceful and scenic. We really appreciate how pet friendly the cabin is and really enjoyed our 3 day stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liliana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was centrally located for our stay in Fort Bragg and our doggies loved that it was doggie friendly. Everything we needed for a short stay was provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanda C.

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

Comfy cabin

We’re so glad we found this well maintained comfy little cabin that is pet friendly. We’re surrounded by a quite serene setting of trees and grass for the pups. It’s so close to so many places to visit. We love this place and have already made plans to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Perfect little cabin in the woods

Loved this simple little cabin, just perfect for us and our dogs. Close to Fort Bragg and Mendocino. Quiet and peaceful. We saw Deer wander through the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. It was 30 degrees out when we stayed and the small heaters in each room kept us warm. The bigger heaters in the living area work great. The wifi is really spotty. You could watch tv but as soon as one of us got on our phone, the tv would stop working. You could only be on one device at a time. It was just a reminder that we needed to unplug and enjoy nature!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Redwood Hideaway

Nice little cabin tucked away in some beautiful woods. Wood burning stove makes it cozy. Nice kitchen comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

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

Quiet stay in the woods!

Our family's time at the black cabin in the woods was delightful! There was plenty of room for all 5 of us (2 adults and 3 kiddos). The setting was just a couple miles from Fort Bragg, so it was perfect for our drive up the West Coast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Trevor M.

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

Good

Not bad. Low ceilings and so so remodel, but decent place in a good quiet neighborhood. Not far from beaches, ft Bragg, or the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Beautiful spot. Bring a heater

Everything was as described and it was a great place in a great location. As the listing warns, the place can get chilly. Definitely plan to bring space heaters and/or firewood.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn C.

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

Short stay

Loved location saw deer grazing. Quaint. Suggest lubricating the windows and sliding glass door they are hard to open and close so we couldn’t get any air circulation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie C.

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

Fantastic Location, Well Appointed

We had a great stay at The Black Cabin. The open floor plan was spacious, aesthetic is just our speed, the wood burning stove was reminiscent of my childhood and the kitchen was well appointed. The games were appreciated! We loved the location, set a few minutes out of town in a totally private spot. The yard needed a bit of a tidy up (hammock and picnic table in disrepair and some wood debris in sight) but we thoroughly enjoyed it none-the-less.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Troy H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

House was not cleaned in between guests

Me and my family arrived to the VRBO and all of the previous guests dirty laundry, dirty dishes, slept in beds, dirthy bathroom- had not been cleaned by a cleaning service. It was filthy. The owner had no backup towels or sheets. We had to find a new rental last minute. Nightmare!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb, 2025
Dear Troy, We are truly sorry for the unacceptable condition of the cabin upon your arrival. There is no excuse for this, and we take full responsibility. Due to unforeseen circumstances with our cleaner, the cabin was not serviced before your stay, and unfortunately, we did not have backup linens available at the time. We completely understand how frustrating and inconvenient this must have been for you and your family. As soon as we became aware of the situation, we offered you a full refund, as we know this experience did not meet the standards we strive to provide. To prevent this from ever happening again, we have put a backup cleaning team in place to ensure that no guest ever encounters a situation like this in the future. While we deeply regret that we weren’t able to host you as planned, we truly appreciate your feedback and the opportunity to improve. Again, we sincerely apologize for the stress and inconvenience this caused, and we hope that, in the future, we might have the chance to provide the excellent experience you deserved.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katherine T.

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

Great location but needs some improvements

The setting is tranquil and very relaxing, in a quiet neighborhood where we had deer grazing in the yard daily. The cabin is quiet and comfortable however the bathroom needs some serious improvement. The shower is pretty much not functional if you are taller than 5 ft. Also the curtain rod in the bedroom fell off the wall the first night we were there. Also has issues getting the Roku to work. Still enjoyed our stay but things could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2021
Hi Katherine,
Verified

8/10 Good

Linsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Quirky cabin

Super quirky little cabin. Had to contact the owner for check in information on the afternoon we arrived, they did respond quickly but would have been nice to have in advance. The yard was rather unkempt which was a bit disappointing, but with the code access was easy. Plenty parking at the front of the cabin, Inside it has been updated and is cute, it was super cold when we arrived but once we got the burner going it warmed up. There was an initial fire starter but we booked for another night so I’m not sure how we would have started the fire without fire starter or kindling. We had to leave early due to my husbands business. It’s a cute, basic little cabin, probably ideal for those who only want a base but maybe a bit too basic for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was the perfect place to stay for our getaway. Very pet friendly and plenty of room inside to relax after a fun day out exploring Fort Bragg and Mendocino. The cabin was very clean and nestled away back on a quiet street. It is close to multiple points of interest and was so easy to find when we arrived. We hope to stay again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rim D.

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

Quiet country near the ocean.

The property is located just out of the main Hwy 1 corridor and was easily located. The neighborhood is quiet and the property is thickly vegetated so it seems a though you're miles from anyone else. The rooms are small but relatively comfortable. If someone in your group is over 6'2" or 6'3" they should be aware of the low beam and ceiling in the kitchen. The kitchen has a good selection of utensils and pots/pans if you plan to do any cooking. I would definitely recommend this property to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

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