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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Black Sands Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Whitethorn, CA
Black Sands Beach
Place, Black Sands Beach
11 min walk
Abalone Point
Place, Abalone Point
19 min walk
Shelter Cove Marina
Place, Shelter Cove Marina
5 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Den (3rd floor)
1 Single Bed
Kids bed (1st floor) bunk bed
1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon
Master bedroom(3rd floor)
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest bath (2nd floor)
Toilet
Kids bath (1st floor)
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Master
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!
Nestled among tall majestic trees sits this tri-level home in beautiful Shelter Cove ready for Guests to enjoy! This home boasts a unique design including a spiral staircase leading to each of the 3 floors, with gorgeous ocean views, and an easy 9 minute walk to Black Sands Beach. Come and experience "Whale Cove Retreat", a 3 bed, 2.5 bath vacation haven at The Lost Coast you won't forget!
DETAILS: "Whale Cove Retreat" welcomes you as you step into this beautiful 3 story home! On the First floor, you will find the Family room/ game room adorned with nautical themed decor. Pull up the 2 video game chairs and challenge your guests to video games with the SEGA Genesis game console. And if you need more challenge, step outside to the attached garage where you will find the miniature ping pong table. On this floor you will find the "kids room" with a twin over full size bunk bed, and a full bathroom with tub shower. In addition, there is a leather queen sofa sleeper in this family room. Venture up to the Second floor and be met with spectacular ocean views ! This floor boasts a comfortable living room space, a half bath, a fully stocked kitchen , with dining that seats your entire group. Wake up in the morning with a nice hot cup of coffee brewed from the Keurig. Step out to the front deck and revel in the beauty as you are surrounded by beautiful nature with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean! In the afternoon, take the family outside onto the deck and BBQ a delicious meal on the easy to use propane grill. Gather together and you may catch glimpses of whale pods swimming in the ocean. After a full meal, maybe take an afternoon nap in the cozy patio lounger and let the sounds of the crashing waves lull you to sleep. In the evening, come inside and snuggle with a book next to the gas fireplace on those chilly nights. Or go outside, turn off all the lights and gaze up at the sky to witness the galaxy of twinkling stars. Proceed up to the Third floor of the home where you will find the master bedroom with the cozy queen-size bed. The large window allows you to wake up and take in the gorgeous views of the Ocean! There is also a small private den off to the side which houses a twin size bed in the shape of a boat design. This will be a huge hit for the kids or the kid at heart! This home is situated in a PERFECT location for exploring Shelter Cove, all within walking distance, or quick car ride. From the house, you can grab a few beach chairs and take an easy 9 minute walk to Black Sands Beach. Or if preferred, take a 20 minute leisurely stroll into town where you can get your caffeine buzz at The Fish Tank Expresso Gallery or Surf Point Coffee house Cafe, experience the popular Venezuelan restaurant, meander to the many nature trails, go tidepooling at Mal Coombs Park, play pickleball/basketball at the Shelter Cove community court, or watch golfers hit a hole-in-one at the beautiful ocean front Shelter Cove Golf course. The options are endless!
Other details: The whole house, with all the amenities, are for your use and enjoyment. This home comes with a unique spiral staircase accessing each of the 3 floors. Please note we do not offer baby gates so please plan accordingly if you have toddlers/ children. In the garage, we also offer a bin of outdoor toys including corntoss/bean bag toss game, spike ball, and other sports balls to play on the large park like front yard. Beach chairs provided. There are a variety of family board games located in the living room and game room. We have left 2 sets of golf clubs for Guests to enjoy if they wish to play at Shelter Cove Golf course; an adult set and a junior set. There are 4 pickleball paddles with balls to use at the community sports court. Great for a Parent/ Child golf outing! . Washer/ dryer in garage. Outdoor shower to rinse off by side of house. Strong WiFi in the house COVID 19 Cleaning practices: We are committed to AIRBNBs five-step enhanced cleaning process that goes beyond basic cleaning to sanitize the entire home.
Please note there are 2 RING cameras on the premises. One is facing the driveway and other to the side yard. These are for safety and security purposes and will not be turned on during Guests stay.
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“There will be 2 RING cameras on the premises. It will overlook the driveway and side yard .
This is used for security and safety purposes only. There will be No recording during Guests stay.
Important information
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Property # 2114722vb
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
Note from host: NO Parties, or Large Gatherings
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
Shelter Cove
Located in Shelter Cove, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Mal Coombs Park and One Log House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sinkyone State Wilderness and Sinkyone Wilderness State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Confusion Hill Gravity House and Shrine Drive Thru Tree. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Sinkyone State Wilderness - 24 min drive - 20.5 km
Getting around
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive
Restaurants
Mario's Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Surf Point Coffee + Bistro - 5 min drive
Mi Mochima - 11 min walk
Black Sands Bistro - 11 min walk
Gyppo Ale Mill - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?
As of 1 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room! on 6 January 2027 start from NZ$1,330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Wow! Amazing Oceanview, walk to Beach & Game room! located?
This family-friendly Shelter Cove holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Black Sands Beach and Abalone Point. Mal Coombs Park and Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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This is a great family property! Lots of board games, a ping pong table, and close to everything in Shelter Cove. It’s very close to Black Sands Beach, but the walk back is quite a steep uphill walk. The listed pictures of the ocean view don’t do it justice! We really enjoyed our stay here.
This was a phenomenal place to stay. We had three kids, ages 16, 14, and 11, and had the absolute time of our lives. Everything felt like a fairytale. The place was very well stocked, the views incredible, and the hosts were responsive and helpful before, during, and after the stay.5/5 highly recommend.
Danielle A.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy you and your family had a great stay! Come back and visit us again!
We (my kids, ages 5 through teenagers) loved the property! It was beautiful, as were the views and the beach itself. The check-in process was easy and the owners were helpful and communicative! Highly recommend!!
This was a really cool place! We picked it for the location outside of a tourist area, the 3 floors to give us all some space mid-way through a long road trip, the indoor and outdoor ways for our tween-agers to play and run, and the awesome deck for my husband and I to enjoy some local beverages. It did not disappoint!
It’s a great home and host for families. They have everything you could think of including the golf clubs that we used to golf the local course. The kids loved the game room and SEGA!
Very nice small coastal getaway. The kids loved the bunk beds and games available at the house. Very comfortable and great help from owners when needing to change the thermostat.
Loved the place, loved the views. Kat and Alex were excellent hosts. Photos were accurate of the property. Would definitely love to come back. The only critical comment - the only way to access the third bedroom is through the master bedroom - if you have teenagers, just be aware!
Area is very secluded which is what we wanted to be able to get away for a couple days. Gorgeous views and comfortable outdoor seating to enjoy those views and weather. Kept kids busy with walks around the area, exploring the tide pools and visiting the nearby Black Sand beach. This home had everything we needed for my family. My kids had fun playing on the ping pong table and outside in the yard. This home was fantastic and highly recommend staying here!!
It would be helpful to know that there are no gas stations at Shelter Cove.
lena a.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2021
Thank you for your feedback. Sorry if it caused any inconvenience. We believe there was mention about the small gas station at the General Store 2 miles from the house. We will make sure to highlight this detail in our welcome letter for future Guests. Thank you for staying at our Beachhouse!
We were forced to find a new spot to stay on one days notice, due to fires a couple hours up North of here. We got so lucky.
Never knew about this area and now want to keep it our little secret.
Loved everything and wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back and can’t wait to stay in this home again! Really just the best.
We really enjoyed our stay here! Super clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The area is super remote and super quiet. It’s a great get away. There is very little cell service along most of the northern coastline, but they had great WiFi at the house. Loved how everything was labeled in the home, soap, shampoo and conditioner was stocked. Linens were clean. They had fun games, a gaming console and old VHSs and DVDs. We saw a ton of wildlife around the outside of the house including a black bear one night! Just a great little spot to retreat to. Just be aware that it is a 45 minute drive in from the main road. There is not much around so pack in what you need. Black Sands Beach is not a beach to be in the water in because of the riptides. So just be aware of that too. I would recommend this to anyone looking to get just away.
We had a great time at Shelter Cove. Alex and Kat were excellent hosts. The house is very comfortable and well-stocked. Our kids enjoyed exploring everything around town, especially the tide pools and seals. We found so many treasures on the beach. The Black Sands Bistro has delicious food and a nice dining deck overlooking the ocean. Thanks again for sharing your amazing house. Hopefully we can come back someday!
Great place to stay for multiple people or even groups.
Trees around and a view to the ocean. Located very close to Black Sand Beach and short drive to any shops/restaurants. The house has everything you need for the kitchen and a beautiful deck with plenty of outdoor furniture. Inside there is a bathroom on every floor and the 3 floor set up gives a lot of privacy between visitors. Everything was very clean and ready for use, even the outside furniture, which was nice. Only item to mention is that the neighbors are quite close when you're out on the deck. Definitely would like to stay there again.
The Whale Cove Retreat was a perfect home base for a relaxing and adventurous trip to Shelter Cove. First, Shelter Cove and surrounding towns were beautiful. Your surrounded by the coast, dense forest and redwoods. The home had everything we need and the hosts were proactive in making sure we were informed about logistics. We regularly saw deer grazing in the front yard which was a plus! If you’re headed to Shelter Cove, I highly recommend a stay here.
The house is everything they advertised. We used a good portion of the amenities. Everything was easy to find. The rain made things a little messy on our departure. Sorry?! I would stay there again.