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Charming riverside retreat

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 441.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Smith River
  • Place, Hiouchi Visitor Center
  • Place, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
  • Airport, Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)

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

Charming riverside retreat

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Children are welcome, but because we have river access, younger children must be under adult supervision at all times.
No fireworks on property or beach. Fire pits are not allowed due to extreme fire danger during summer/fall.
$20 cleaning fee per dog per stay. Please leash dogs, we have chickens!!!! Please tell us you are bringing pets.

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.
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Gasquet, CA

What's nearby

  • Smith River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hiouchi Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Beachfront Park - 25 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Crescent City Harbor - 28 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Gasquet Station - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Club Obi Wan - Gasquet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪She Shes cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Up River Espresso - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪She-She's Drive-In Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 245 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pearl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay, can’t beat location! This is our second time staying at this VRBO and we hope to return again, great for kids, very clean, and met all our needs. Had so much fun skipping ricks in the river and hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin provided us with everything we needed, including a beautiful, peaceful setting. Our goal was fly fishing and this location along the Smith River was ideal. We highly recommend this cabin and will definitely be back someday soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Would stay again, 10/10. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a magical and charming retreat on the banks of a majestic river. Truly a splendid property to spend your time exploring the area, so much to experience in the area. This “fishing cabin” was the absolute perfect place with the host’s attention to every detail. Well worth a visit to feel the welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse L.

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

Awesome Cabin on the Smith River

We had a wonderful time enjoying friends, food & the Smith river. Bob & Patti are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at this beautiful little cabin by the Smith River. It looks exactly like the pictures. Sitting and listening to the river was so relaxing. We loved it and although we will probably never be back to that part of the world again, we feel really lucky to have found it and made it a part of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Literal piece of heaven. Super cute and so peaceful. Right on the river as described and ended each night just listening and enjoying the sounds. Hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian H.

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

Henry S.

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

Darla P.

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

Awesome!

Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Smith River

Very enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

r g.

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

Judith G.

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

Scott H.

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

All the platitudes are true

A lot of reviews say things like, “I wish I could’ve stayed longer” or “We didn’t really need to leave the house” or “It was even better than the pictures”. Well ALL of these apply and are true for what certainly is a riverside retreat. The setting on the river is incredible. The outdoor patio space alone is like being at a resort. Then you get to walk down the poured concrete steps to the river and enjoy the
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil m.

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

redwoods visit

great place views are amazing, hosts are great, loved it
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

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

Julie B.

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

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

Bob J.

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

Janelle D.

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

Peaceful and Perfect

This is the second time I’ve stayed at this wonderful cabin on the Smith River. The location is absolutely perfect and the hosts have thought of everything to make your stay a complete restful delight. I can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren m.

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

Lisa F.

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

Lovely Stay by the River

This cabin was amazing! It had everything we needed. The kitchen was well stocked, and there were so many nice touches that made us feel welcomed. We loved the location and relaxing to the sound of the Smith River. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Beautiful outdoor space

Cute little cabin, but perfect for our family of 3. What was really amazing was the outdoor space, right on the river, plenty of seating including a hammock. We really enjoyed it. The owners were lovely as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

Pearl T.

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

Jeff D.

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

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

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Hosted by Caitlin Holmquist

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