Come relax and play with family and friends at the River's Edge.
Fishermen, birdwatchers, active families or those searching for a quiet getaway; there is something for everyone at the River's Edge vacation rental. This is a one acre property located on the beautiful Smith River. We have lots of room to run and play for the kids. We have an assortment of fun yard games to enjoy while you visit. This is a cozy cottage style home with wood burning stove in one living room and a gas fireplace in the other. The four bedroom, three bath home provides plenty of comfortable sleeping arrangements for 10 people. The main house has three bedrooms. The fourth bedroom is a detached suite with two queen beds, a full bathroom and a laundry area. Enjoy the view and the sound of the river from indoors or outdoors, your choice, as there are plenty of windows to enjoy the view. The property backs up to the pristine blue waters of the Smith River with a short and easy trail right down to the water. There is a fun rock landing to enjoy the water for fishing, swimming, floating or kayaking. There is an outdoor grill and a propane campfire available. There are various hiking trails throughout the nearby area. Jed Smith State Park and camping area is about 5 miles up the road. We are about a 10 minute drive from the Pacific Ocean and beaches. The beautiful Oregon coastline is only about 20 miles up the road. We have many games and puzzles available for rainy days or evenings. Crescent City, Ca and Brookings, Oregon offer so many options of fun for our tourists and the River's Edge is conveniently located in between. We are convinced your family will enjoy your stay. We live nearby if you have any questions or needs.
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
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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 first aid kit
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Crescent City
Located in Crescent City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Hiouchi Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
Redwood Heritage State Wilderness - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
Beachfront Park - 20 min drive - 18.0 km
Crescent City Harbor - 22 min drive - 19.7 km
Getting around
Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Sea West - 13 min drive
The Hiouchi Cafe - 21 min drive
Java Hut Express - 21 min drive
Subway - 21 min drive
Alta's Burger Bar - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Come relax and play with family and friends at the River's Edge. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Come relax and play with family and friends at the River's Edge.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Come relax and play with family and friends at the River's Edge.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Come relax and play with family and friends at the River's Edge. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Smith River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Redwood National and State Parks and Tolowa Dunes State Park. South Fork of the Smith River and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful property!!! Worked well for our family! Very relaxing and had the best stocked kitchen I have ever stayed at! I brought extra pots and pans and didn’t even need them! Beds were very comfortable and the whole property was very clean! Stayed with my family and in-laws. I recommend this property.
Really appreciated the easy river access and outdoor seating for sunny days! All the water playthings were used and enjoyed. Large indoor spaces for gathering/dining worked well for us. Variety of kitchen equipment helped us, including outdoor barbecue. Additional sleeping space across breezeway worked great for 4 grandsons. Comfortable beds in main house.Wonderful and memorable trip! Glad we could share the special environment of Smith River and Redwoods with our extended family!Good to see the Hiouchi Cafe has upgraded in the last few years…
Great place to stay when in that part of beautiful Northern California. Wonderful patio set up with views of the Smith River. Lots of room and well set up for guests.
The property was right where we needed to stay for our visit to the Redwoods, but we felt it was a little run down and needed electrical updates/repairs. Water pressure was sub-par for bathing/showering. The path down to the river's edge was overgrown and difficult to traverse.
The view from the home was beautiful. The kids and adults enjoyed all the games (badminton) that are kept in the home. The neighborhood is peaceful and just a short drive from the Redwoods or the beach. We would definitely book this home again!
Our stay was good! All amenities were provided by the host. The house needs some updates and a new well, it was impossible to shower and run any water amd we had 6 people. Other than that it was a great family vacation!
We LOVED our time here. Honestly, absolutely the perfect kid and family friendly home.We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. This home/area has it all! We kayaked the Smith river, saw river otters, caught frogs, fish, and were able to explore the redwoods only a few minutes from the house! We also went to the beach and went crabbing off the pier in Crescent City and toured Ocean World. We attended a farmer’s market, the cheese store, SeaQuake brewery, and the Chart House restaurant as well. (The kids enjoyed the park right on the beach too.)We also ventured up the coast, less than 30 min drive, and went to Brookings to get fresh seafood and check out the beach there.Every night we’d come back to the house, and relax outside -listening to the frogs and enjoying a glass of wine. We even made s’mores over the firepit one night! We were able to jam so many activities into our week long stay. My 7 year old daughter actually cried when I told her we were heading home on our last day. She said this was her favorite vacation yet! Thank you for everything! The home and amenities were just outstanding.
Rivers Edge has so much to offer. Smith River runs along the back of the property. The house has ample room, natural light and everything you’ll need; and a separate suite with two beds, washer, dryer, fridge and its own little bathroom. Outdoor seating with a river view and a fire pit is an extra bonus. The property owners are great and very responsive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the property.
This was a lovely property with plenty of room for all of us, every comfort you could wish for, and every amenity you need; right down to ziploc bags and shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel. There are games, a fire table and big windows gaze at the beautiful, clear Smith River. We hope to stay again.
Loved the location, my grandchildren had a great time on the rope swing on the river.
Everything was very nice loved the back yard, very relaxing. We had some great meals using the nice kitchen.
I only wish the bathrooms were a bit more updated.
All in all we had a great time, it is so beautiful up there.
Thanks again!
Our stay at Rivers Edge was wonderful. Close to the beaches, which my kids loved the most! Also, close to many beautiful hikes in the redwoods. Plenty of room for everyone. Beautiful view eating breakfast outside looking at the beautiful river. Lots of memories made. Thanks Erin and William!!
Property was nice. House could use some updates. Master shower is very small, the bed isnt comfy and the door is coming off the hinges.
We spent most of our time at the park or outside and just needed somewhere to sleep and shower. Water pressure is lowwww. The kitchen was beautiful.
lynnae c.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
Rebecca R.
3 July 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Run Down Horrible!!!!
I’ve stayed in many vacation rentals. None are perfect but most all of them show the owner cares for details or upkeep. This one absolutely not! Looked nothing like the pictures. Run down! Looks and feels like someone’s grandmother left it to them in 1980 and done nothing with it since except throw it up on VRBO. Appliances didn’t work. Stairs to river completely overgrown. Very unsafe! Green algae all over the outside of the house. Weeds all in the beds. Completely broken grass Couldn’t use the pots they were so old the teflon got in our food. Chairs around the table broken. Only midgets could use the master shower. Kitchen cupboards probably never cleaned out. Completely unorganized. Doors coming apart. I can keep going… We actually left early it was so bad. Probably nice in its day but definitely not now.
Rebecca R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Erin or Bill Smith
My husband and I are new to the VRBO business and very excited to express our hospitality through this venture. We have lived in Crescent City for almost 20 years. We love this area and are certain that you will too.
Why they chose this property
River properties do not come open for purchase frequently, especially on the beautiful north bank side, so when we saw this charming home for sale, we had to have it to share with those wanting to experience life on the river.
What makes this property unique
When we walked into the living room that has stunning views of the Smith River, a peace and calm washed over me. I hope you feel the same when you stay at our home. If you love to hear the sound of the river but don't really want to be outside, just open up the back sliding glass door and relax. If you desire to be on the water and playing in it, take the short trail right down to the river and dive right in.
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