Sunny Cottage, Close to Town & Family Friendly
House in Arcata, CA
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Just two miles from the Arcata Plaza, the Sunlit Bungalow is the perfect hub for your family's North Coast adventures! Enjoy the comforts of home including a full kitchen, high speed internet, a big-screen TV with multiple streaming platforms, and a huge, private yard! Start your days with a trip to the cafe directly across the street, then drive five minutes to the trailheads of the magnificent Arcata Community Forest. Highway access is only three minutes away as well.
The space
Hidden behind privacy hedges, The Sunny Bungalow sits serenely on a half-acre and is great for those traveling with kids. The primary bedroom boasts a Cal-king bed, and the secondary room has a queen. There is also a sleeper sofa in the living room that comfortably sleeps two more adults. Make a quick trip to a local grocery store, then prepare. Get cozy in the living room to enjoy Hulu + Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN+. The bathroom features a shower and tub combo. A dedicated workspace accommodates those who work from home. Washer and dryer are available onsite for your convenience.
There is an extra, full-sized pullout bed in the couch in the living room for additional bed space.
The space
Hidden behind privacy hedges, The Sunny Bungalow sits serenely on a half-acre and is great for those traveling with kids. The primary bedroom boasts a Cal-king bed, and the secondary room has a queen. There is also a sleeper sofa in the living room that comfortably sleeps two more adults. Make a quick trip to a local grocery store, then prepare. Get cozy in the living room to enjoy Hulu + Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN+. The bathroom features a shower and tub combo. A dedicated workspace accommodates those who work from home. Washer and dryer are available onsite for your convenience.
There is an extra, full-sized pullout bed in the couch in the living room for additional bed space.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Arcata, CA
$$$$
Reviews
5.0
It was perfect for my husband and I and my son and fiancee. We loved the coffee shop across the street. Felt very much at home. Location was great for us too while looking for property around Humboldt county.
4.0
The house is very cute and worked well for us. Very clean, too.
The only problem was the old gas stove/oven. I tried to cook a dinner for my family and we couldn’t get the oven to work at all. The burners are touchy and not easily adjusted. It’s cute and quaint but not functional.
Also, the queen bed mattress is very firm. Some may prefer this?
The hairdryer was missing and I spoke with property manager. One was delivered quickly.
Overall, would stay again if stove was upgraded, as we like to cook.
5.0
Cute little cottage. Enjoyed baking in the older oven. Wonderful cafe across the street.
5.0
Wonderful location, great place, and just perfect for a long weekend in the Humboldt area.
Host and owner are super responsive and friendly, and the café across the street is wonderful, too.
5.0
Adorable, clean, quiet cottage with everything we needed including for our kids. Lots of light and so conveniently located right outside of Arcata. We would stay here again no question.
5.0
This two bedroom, one bath has a very new, clean feel to it. Central heating system for those chilly nights. Big TV. Full modern kitchen with a dishwasher. Also has propane outside grille (we did not use) and outdoor seating with a table to hang out in the yard.
The Host was reachable when needed and always responded promptly to our inquiries.
This will be our first choice for our next trip to Arcata.
Bonus - small restaurant across the street for breakfast and lunch.
5.0
The house was just as described and had everything we needed. Very convenient location for launching day hiking trips or grabbing things from town if necessary. Plus there’s a great cafe across the street. We were very pleased and would definitely stay here again.
5.0
A great place to stay very clean and adorable.
5.0
As I read other reviews prior to booking - about being pleasantly surprised...I was too, and very happy with this choice! This area in Arcata has so much to offer, its the best kept secret on the Northern Coast. We stayed for my daughters graduation from Cal Poly Humboldt - just can't compare staying at a hotel. The beds were extremally comfortable, house is just adorable with a blend of old and new. Sunny and private, Amy was the perfect host and the Sunny Cottage exceeded our expectations! I'll definitely be back and highly recommend to anyone visiting the area - you've got the beautiful rugged coast and Coastal Redwoods within a 10 -15 minute drive, hiking trails in the beautiful forests - can't get much better. Feels so magical! Not to mention the downtown area - so unique. Makes it hard to back to the Bay Area! Enjoy!!
5.0
Darling house …lots of light…beautiful evenings and mornings! If you have more questions, let me know
5.0
Great spot for a home base to get out and explore. Dinners over at The Plaza in Arcata or nearby in Trinidad or Old Town Eureka. Hiking the Fern Canyon Loop and exploring in the massive redwoods makes one feel like they’re in the Land of Make Believe!
Truly a magical place, one with such good energy and even better people!
Thank you so much!
Todd and Kari of MN.
5.0
Very nice place in a good location. We drove up from Central CA to visit family and enjoyed every minute. Place was clean and very accomodating, I would definitely recommend if visiting the area
5.0
Nice comfortable cottage, much better than a hotel!
5.0
Pretty nicely organized things inside the property. overall size was great.
5.0
Beautiful home
We were pleasantly surprised at the beauty of this home! All necessities provided, and then some! Lots of family and kid games were an added bonus. Would absolutely recommend staying here!
5.0
Wonderful stay!
House is much nicer than what was pictured! Pleasantly surprised!
5.0
Amazing location and great place
We are mountain bikers and needed a central place to be at. This place was nice and fitted our needs well. Great communication with property management Amy!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Arcata?
The average price for a rental in Arcata is $221 per night. This rental is $32 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sunny Cottage, Close to Town & Family Friendly. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Sunny Cottage, Close to Town & Family Friendly pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Sunny Cottage, Close to Town & Family Friendly?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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