Charming riverside retreat

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A view from our cabin patio! River is high.....

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4450 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Gasquet, CA

Smith River
‪1 min walk‬
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
‪11 min drive‬
Redwood Heritage State Wilderness
‪13 min drive‬
Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Historic cabin built in the 1920's. Dr. Fine, the county's only doctor, used the cabin as his fishing getaway. The fishing hole is located at the big bend, just below the fork of the North and Middle Forks of the Smith River.

Nestled among the old growth Douglas Firs, and a quiet beach with private access, this cozy cabin has it all!

In all directions, are views of the pristine Smith River and National Forest. Birds are abundant! We are visited by Osprey, Kingfishers and a resident Bald Eagle. The yard brings songbirds and various bird species that provide hours of fun for birders.

Property manager

Caitlin Holmquist

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Children are welcome, but because we do have river access, younger children must be under adult supervision at all times.

1 dog under 50 lbs ($20) or 2 small dogs ($40) pet fee Pick up after your dog on property. Owners have free ranging chickens. Dogs must be leashed.

No fireworks on property or beach. fire pits are not allowed due to extreme fire danger during summer/fall.

Important information

You need to know

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

Gasquet

Located in Gasquet, this cabin is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park.

Gasquet, CA

What's nearby

Smith River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
Redwood Heritage State Wilderness - 13 min drive - 16.2 km
Beachfront Park - 24 min drive - 30.2 km
Crescent City Harbor - 26 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Up River Espresso - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming riverside retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming riverside retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming riverside retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming riverside retreat located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Smith River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Hiouchi Visitor Center and Redwood Heritage State Wilderness are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Mar 30, 2025

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

Excellent Stay

Wonderful property. Beautiful & secluded. Ease of direction and clear instructions from the property owners.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Mar 25, 2025

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

Smith River

Very enjoyable.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian H.

Feb 18, 2025

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

cozy getaway

a very cozy cabin, the river is close and beautiful. many great hikes walking and driving distance. excellent stay

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Feb 27, 2025

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

River Escape

Hideaway in the redwood forest with a riverview. Relax and unwind with the sounds of the Smith River in the background. It was a beautiful, serene location. The cabin was comfortable and cozy with everything we needed for our stay. We loved it, and hope to return. great vacation.vacation

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

Apr 9, 2025

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

Smith River Charm

Cozy cabin with absolutely everything you need. Just bring your food and wonderful assortment of pans and spices to cook with. Close to mountains, redwoods, hiking trails, the Smith River, and at the right time of year - waterfalls! Not as secluded as we thought it might be, but still wonderful. We felt like we had complete privacy and we also felt safe. Thank you for sharing your cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Jan 28, 2025

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

Beautiful setting/Comfortable cabin

The cabin had every convenience and proximity to the redwood forest as well as being beside the Smith River. Loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle D.

Jan 12, 2025

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

Perfect, Every Time

Always so grateful to return here year after year.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Mar 5, 2025

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

Perfect Riverside Retreat!

All positive comments in all the reviews are true! This little cozy cabin is even better in person. 3 days was not enough to visit all the nearby parks and trails and the rugged Oregon coast. The cabin was so homey to return to each evening.The beauty of the river is awesome! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caylie T.

Apr 6, 2025

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

Perfect Getaway

We had a long weekend and had been throwing the idea of doing the redwood national and state parks for a while. We split our trip up, one night in eureka and two nights here, and this was absolutely the highlight of the trip! We even cut some of our hiking time down to come back to the cabin and hang out by the river. The cabin was peaceful and quiet, and overall is was such a dream. We can’t wait to come back! Ps. My husband set off the fire alarm accidentally the first night and property owner was so very nice even though we were thoroughly embarrassed.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Apr 16, 2025

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

Spring Road Trip 2025

I have stayed here before and loved every minute I was there. I decided to stay a week and enjoy days hiking and exploring the Redwoods, Crescent City and a visit with my sister In Grants Pass. Having this lovely cabin as my home base was perfect. It has all the things you need to have a great trip. The owners are kind and helpful. It made a great base to have while I hiked, walked, drove through beautiful Redwoods, spent time at Crescent Beach, and ventured up to Oregon to Grants Pass and Medford. I enjoyed the stunning Smith River and waved at friendly rafters and kayakers. I could not have asked for a better time. Weather was outstanding. The cabin was warm and inviting after a day of exploring. Overall a grand time. I look forward to returning to this fantastic place.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pearl T.

Dec 20, 2024

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

Incredible

Incredible stay; traveling with an infant and a toddler and a husky, and we were so impressed with how kid friendly, cosy and clean the property was. We came during a winter storm, and while we had issues with flooding and landslides in route, the property itself was everything we were hoping for. We will certainly be returning again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob J.

Oct 3, 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

If you want a beautiful quiet place to rest and relax, this is it. Thank you Patti and Bob!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

r g.

May 25, 2024

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

Excellent stay, nice and quiet

This is a fantastic place to be, secluded and quiet, yet the river is right there to soothe you. Thank you for the opportunity to visit your excellent location.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren m.

Oct 29, 2024

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

What a fantastic 4 days!

We had an amazing time. Definitely something to come back to. Great location, 25 mins to the coast, lots of incredible trails and beautiful scenery throughout the area. The property was immaculate, cozy and better then expected.expected

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Aug 17, 2024

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Peaceful and Quiet

We really ejoyed our stay in the cabin. The beautiful Smith River was just a shert trail walk away. The grounds are beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norm R.

Aug 3, 2024

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

Secluded Beach on Emerald Waters

It's a beautiful section of the Smith River. The owners are friendly and work hard to ensure their guests have a wonderful stat.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry S.

Oct 28, 2023

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

Beautiful getaway

Very lovely stay at this beautiful little cabin!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari P.

Aug 13, 2024

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

Smith river gem !

Magical cabin getaway right on the river !

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Sep 24, 2024

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

Cali Tour ‘24

One of the nicest VRBO’s we’ve ever stayed in! Extremely well stocked with many extra added touches! The outside space was absolutely lovely!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Jun 16, 2024

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

Visiting Redwood NP

Clean,cozy cabin. Beautiful river view. Great outdoor space. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

May 3, 2024

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

Great cabin

Wonderful.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie R.

Aug 29, 2024

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

Everything was perfect

We could not have asked for a more perfect or relaxing time in this quaint cabin and majestical river. We loved the privacy and tranquility and feel blessed this special property is shared.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Sep 17, 2024

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Perfect paradise

Wonderfull property 10 cant say enough. Redwoods a short drive away ,such a relaxing retreat.absolutely loved the river right below the cabin.the redwood groves were magnificent. A site to behold.we enjoyed hiking the trails very early so we could enjoy the comforts of the cabin and the river all afternoon .

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ra P.

Jan 17, 2024

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

Nice relaxing spot by the river

This was a perfect place to spend a couple days on our road trip down the coast. Close to some amazing hikes and trails.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Jul 19, 2024

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

Beautiful river retreat

Property and river are beautiful. Cabin was perfectly cozy for our family of 4 & our dog. Our family loved having a trail directly to the river & the swimming was so much fun. Would definitely love a return visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024