Title: Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub ## Photo gallery for Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub ![Exterior - Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub (Mckinleyville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704567/224a3d42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub (Mckinleyville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704567/57f0bdcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub (Mckinleyville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704567/64bf3be2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub (Mckinleyville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704567/0b2209f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub (Mckinleyville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704567/0d5f1593.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched above a forested coastal trail, Garden Pond Retreat is a serene haven for nature lovers and families. Unwind in the hot tub, relax on the wrap-around porch, or cozy up by the fire pit as you gaze out to the distant sea. Inside, enjoy spacious rooms with gleaming hardwood floors and plenty of windows that invite garden views in. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub Come explore the Redwoods, soak in the hot tub, relax on the wrap around covered porch, gaze out to the distant sea, cozy up by the fire pit, feed the Goldfish in the backyard pond and listen to the waterfalls. This 2500 square foot home is a haven for the soul inside and out. Perfect getaway for nature lovers, couples and families with older children! Garden Pond Retreat sits right above a forested coastal trail complete with a bridge and creek. This trail offers a short walk to the Mad River with views beyond to the ocean. Vaulted ceilings and plenty of windows invite the garden and seaside views inside. On the main level guests will enjoy gleaming hardwood floors, a well appointed living room w/ large Smart T.V., dining room with seating for 6 and a fabulous open and connected kitchen- family room made cozy by a gas fireplace. Enjoy playing games by the fire with over 20 fun board games to choose from! Cooks will love preparing meals in the spacious, fully stocked kitchen complete with a large island and breakfast bar. The family room even includes a desk for guests needing to work while traveling. There is a half bath on this level. Upstairs are 3 spacious bedrooms. The Main bedroom has distant ocean views, offers a King bed and attached bathroom with a large oval bathtub and separate shower. The second bedroom overlooks the incredible gardens, pond and wooded vistas below. The third bedroom has a king bed and a small t.v. for DVD's only. This bedroom also has gorgeous garden & wooded views. The 2nd upstairs bathroom has a combination tub/shower. All of the bedrooms upstairs are carpeted adding to the comfort and warmth of this house. This home is filled with class and style. Each room is decorated with one of a kind artwork. Centrally located in Mckinleyville, Garden Pond Retreat is just 10 minutes to the bustling college town of Arcata and 10 minutes from the seaside village of Trinidad, and less than 2 miles from the local Airport. Just footsteps from the 5-plus mile hiking/biking/equestrian section of the California Coastal Hammond Trail that stretches from the Arcata Bottoms northward to Clam Beach County Park in McKinleyville. The trail has been voted "best place to walk, jog, or bike" in Humboldt County. If you want to take a bike ride in Humboldt County, this is the place! Important Notes: \*\* Guest reserving home must be 25 years or older, be staying at the property the entire time and will be considered the responsible party for this booking. \*\* Upon completion of booking reservation guests will be required to sign a rental agreement agreeing to Trinidad Retreats rules and regulations. \*\* Due to the 4 foot deep pond this home is not suitable for children under 6 or not swim safe. \* \*\* Sorry but this is not a pet friendly home, no exceptions. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Family Room, 1 Bedroom (pets allowed) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1088600/1088518/057b5585.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Emerald Forest Cabins Trinidad - 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Turn off the heaters, furnace, fans, gas fireplace. (Extinguish any fires in fireplaces/woodstoves) Close and lock all windows. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Brand New Rejuvenate Garden Oasis House Brand New Rejuvenate Garden Oasis Brand New Rejuvenate Garden Oasis House Brand New Rejuvenate Garden Oasis Hiking Trails Hot Tub \~garden Pond Retreat Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub! McKinleyville 1546-120991 Garden Pond Ocean Views Hot Tub \~Great Deal for a Family Retreat Brand Rejuvenate Oasis House ## About the area Located in McKinleyville, this holiday home is by the sea. McKinleyville Totem Pole and Arcata Theatre Lounge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Azalea State Natural Reserve and Sue-meg State Park. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. [Visit our McKinleyville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McKinleyville.dx602249) [View more Holiday homes in McKinleyville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McKinleyville-Private-Holiday-Homes.d602249-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.96006%2C-124.11880&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vM0UaZwNowLWgsNXQpptZINTUQA=) Mckinleyville, CA ### What's nearby - ![Moonstone Beach is off of the Westhaven exit of Northbound CA Highway 101. This picture was taken from the north end of the beach at low tide. I spotted a starfish and some anemones in these pools.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532639369/9ed6a824-cba9-44e5-a223-b166734f5db9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Moonstone Beach 7 min drive \- 6.0 miles - ![Redwood National and State Parks featuring signage and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025886/da2f59de-ab9a-488c-8700-6eeb1e64cae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Redwood National and State Parks 45 min drive \- 35.2 miles - Hiller Dog Park 4 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Cal Poly Humboldt State University 9 min drive \- 7.5 miles - Sequoia Park Zoo 30 min drive \- 19.3 miles ### Getting around - Eureka Station 20 min drive - Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) 4 min drive ### Restaurants - Dutch Bros Coffee 7 min drive - The Bigfoot Taproom 5 min drive - McDonald's 5 min drive - Taco Bell 5 min drive - Toni's 24 Hour Restaurant 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub? ### What time is check-in at Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub? ### What time is check-out at Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub? ### Where is Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Garden Pond Retreat - Hiking Trails & Hot Tub Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 81 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary R. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved the property, beds were super comfortable, very convenient to airport and redwood forest . ##### Gary R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara H. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay at Garden Pond Retreat! The home is comfortable and well appointed and the yard is amazing. We had a small issue with the property and the property management team was quick to answer our call (late on a Saturday night even!), help us, and remedy the issue the following day. We stay in the area about once per year and will definitely keep this on the list of places we would go back to! ##### Sara H. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay P. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a delightful and peaceful stay. This is an amazing property. I will be back! Thank you so very much. ##### Kay P. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christi M. 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay overall Beautiful place to stay for a relaxing, peaceful vacation. ##### Christi M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such an inviting, relaxing, and wonderful place. The home is very roomy. Very welcoming decor. Beautiful grounds, pond. Couldn't have been nicer. Everything was very clean. ![View of backyard pond. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3feafa7b-99d2-483b-93c3-39c13f28a862-1750381198286.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Egret visitor.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b120fd8b-022d-4123-ab83-8ea62d371587-1750381226019.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This was a beautiful property in a great location. Very clean and well stocked kitchen. We had great communication throughout the process. The grounds were so pretty and it was just a relaxing home to be in. There was a great walking path nearby with wonderful views of the ocean. I would highly recommend this location. ##### Carrie Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie T. 12 May 2025 #### Beautiful Home Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at this home. It was very comfortable and clean and located in a great neighborhood. The grounds were just gorgeous. It was about an hour from the different redwood parks. It was very close to the ocean and a wonderful walking path. I would highly recommend this property. ##### Carrie T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. 3 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely The house is spacious, well-decorated, with very beautiful gardens. We stayed mid-week for three nights and wished we could have stayed longer. ##### James M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila R. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful family visit This was a very warm, comfortable and artistic home with touches of art wherever you look. From pottery to paintings to the fine oak furnishings this is a very special and well cared for home. We were grateful for the opportunity to be able to stay. ##### Sheila R. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin D. 4 Jul 2024 #### Garden Pond Retreat Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were pleased with our stay: everything was clean, functional, and well cared for. Loved the location near the trails. ##### Kevin D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki C. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Humboldt gem Loved this house, perfect location in quiet neighborhood, close to trails and CPH. Very comfortable and beautiful! Hope we can return when visiting our son at Cal Poly:) ##### Nikki C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleonor C. 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Atmosphere The residence was tranquil and elegantly appointed, providing an excellent environment for quality time with loved ones. We enjoyed an evening gathered around the fire, engaging in conversation and playing games at the generously sized table. The atmosphere was filled with positive energy and warmth. ##### Eleonor C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria S. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kierra’s Weekend Wedding We had the most marvelous time at this house! The house was beautiful, and very clean and tidy. The amenities were plentiful and incredible to use! Thank you so much for letting us stay at your house! It was perfect for the bridal party to stay at for a beautiful weekend wedding. The beds are also incredibly comfortable and the beds are huge! Again, thank you so much for the fabulous stay we loved it and can’t wait to come back! ##### Victoria S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindi N. 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING! My husband plans to give a more thorough review later, but in 20 years of using VRBO-and we use it 1-3/year-this is the absolute best! Super clean, comfortable, the most amazing landscaping, great hot tub, and they had EVERYTHING you will need! We could stay here for months! The only thing missing was our other daughter who couldn’t be with us. ##### Cindi N. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda B. 18 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very quiet, cozy and extremely comfortable beds. This vacation property is close to everything along the coast and quick shopping trips too. The trails along Mad River are beautiful, safe and allows for every level of walking interests If you have a larger family as we do and need max amount of privacy as well, this home will suite these needs perfectly. We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub, sharing quiet conversations around the little fire pit and porches. Overall we enjoyed our stay very much. ##### Brenda B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walker R. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house with ocean views This was the perfect place for a multigenerational vacation. The garden was magical, our 5 year old loved feeding the fish in the pond, squeezing the snapdragon flowers and roasting marshmallows over the fire pit. The adults enjoyed the hot tub and the gourmet kitchen. This is not a place you need to bring cooking gear, the knives are sharp. If you do some wine tasting while you're in town there is also a wine fridge. We'd definitely stay again in the future. ##### Walker R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan H. 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Flower lover's dream Stayed here with friends as a base camp to explore the various redwood parks. It was a good choice, the property is great, perfect location, great views. The master bedroom is amazing. The real draw here is the gardens, which are, I'd wager, world class in the VRBO land. Clearly an incredible effort put in here. All the flowers were in bloom and the massive koy pond is such an amazing feature. Rental was nice, hot tub is great (and barely mentioned in the pictures!), but be aware, it is very consistently cold here due to the marine layer (a thing you will hear much of if you haven't yet). In the heart of July we never saw above 62 degrees. Coming from 97 degrees in North Carolina this was a shock. This is clearly an owner lived in house and an owner driven rental, which as renters we all love (versus third party rental agencies), the care in the gardens in particular shows this commitment. Thank you for sharing your home! ##### Alan H. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ariana R. 9 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and comfortable! We had a wonderful time at this property! It was luxurious with king beds for everyone, a fully stocked kitchen and beautiful back yard. The only concern was that the outside irrigation (for the backyard garden) sounded like it was leaking one night...hopefully it was able to be fixed! Thank you. ##### Ariana R. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda Annelle D. 1 Jul 2024 #### Fish times 3, in the pond, on the table and in the hot tub! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house and grounds were as described. We enjoyed feeding the fish, which was mentioned in the description but left out of the guide. Hot tub was lovely after a long walk on the Hammond Trail, which is just a block away. The location was excellent and close to everything we wanted. ##### Linda Annelle D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn R. 14 May 2024 #### An ideal setting! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was perfect! The house is such an ideal setting for a visit to this beautiful part of northern California. It is nicely located in McKinleyville just off the 101 between Arcata and Trinidad. Easy jaunts to Arcata for the university, Eureka for the big town or (better yet) up north to Trinidad and amazing coastlines. The deck off the house is huge and has a wonderful view of the ocean and the pond with the frogs is very relaxing. The house is well appointed with all you need for an easy stay. The house was clean, well maintained and very comfortable. The Hammond Trail is just outside the neighborhood for a wonderful walk in either direction. After a long day hiking, shopping or being on the beach, the hot tub was a welcome treat! ##### Shawn R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel M., Fresno, USA 4 Aug 2023 #### Wonderful Home for a Wonderful NorCal Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wow. Never again will I book on VRBO or AirBNB (horror stories, no more!) - Trinidad Retreats was seamless, super convenient, friendly informative, and well WORTH IT! The Garden Pond Retreat was spectacular for our small group of 4 people (2 couples). The beds were very comfortable, the bathrooms spacious, and the kitchen had everything we needed (spices, utensils, plates) to prepare snacks and sandwiches for the trails, and dinner after a day of adventuring. The Redwood forest is a magical place, and this home, is a magical retreat that has everything your group needs to recharge on your vacation.We recovered each day in the hot tub, and at dusk, took a seat on the patio to enjoy the birds and wildlife, (we saw Jays, Herons, Pelicans and even a Fox!)Each morning I woke up early to take a walk on the Hammond Trail, and it was so worth it as I saw River Otters and Harbor Seals feeding in the Mad River. Honestly, this home made me fall in love even more, and the hosts were extremely helpful and friendly. Our group can't wait to return. Thank you welcoming us into your lovely home. Until next year. ##### Angel M. ### 8/10 Good #### Greg R. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Redwoods vacation I would have given this property a solid 5 stars, however, we encountered some issues that prevent that. Everything else was great: location, roominess, prettiest house in the neighborhood, comfort, etc. So why am I rating it 4 stars? Contract trash personnel apparently open the roll-up garage door to get the trash cans. We found the garage door open each time (3) we came home after being gone all day. Since we were told to leave the door open between the garage and the house, that means anyone off the street could have gone into the house while we were gone, and there are homeless people around the city and the walking trails not too far away. We called the management company to tell them about the garage door issue, but nothing changed. This did not make us feel very secure about staying there. The other thing is that the freezer part of the refrigerator was going out and would not make ice or keep our frozen food frozen. We ended up throwing some of our food out because of this. We told the management company about this too but there was nothing they could do about it while we were staying there. So, two disappointments in an otherwise very pleasant experience. ##### Greg R. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Katie K. 13 Oct 2023 #### Nice home in a quiet coastal town Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our overall stay was magnificent. The rental location was good - easy access to highway 101.The house was clean and in good shape. I’m recovering from knee surgery and all three bedrooms are upstairs - the staircase was equipped with railings on both sides so I always felt steady going up and down the stairs.Master bedroom has an obstructed view of the ocean (which was nice since it’s not located on the closest street to the ocean), and the stand-up shower in the master bath could use either grip tape on the bottom of it or a handrail installed. Our bed in the master was very soft. Our other travelers commented that the middle bedroom had a hard bed and the end bedroom had a soft bed. We all slept great.The koi pond was my favorite part of the property and we went out to feed the koi every day - there was koi food in a cabinet in the kitchen.The hot tub on the back deck was nice. I only went into it once because it’s kind of “in-ground” and I wasn’t sure enough of my footing to be confident getting in/out of it again. My son sure enjoyed it though!We also walked part of the Hammond trail at sunset. It was an easy 1.3 mile loop for the route we took.We didn’t have any interactions with property management besides texting to let them know when we checked in and out.All in all, I recommend this property and would definitely stay again. ##### Katie K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tawnya W. 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay for 6 nights Home had comfortable stay and enough comfortable beds for family of 5! This was a quiet neighborhood with a lot of close things to do around the area! The house was clean with a beautiful yard! ##### Tawnya W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig F. 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### McKinleyville retreat house The pond and landscaping were wonderful! A beautiful outdoor space! Beds were all comfortable and hot tub was a welcome sight after hiking during the days. ##### Craig F. 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