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Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat

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Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mckinleyville, CA
  • Clam Beach County Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • McKinleyville Totem Pole
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

End of Hall Bedroom with Queen + Trundle + Ocean View

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Hall Bedroom with Ocean View

1 King Bed

Master with En Suite and Ocean View

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

En Suite Walk In

Toilet · Shower only

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master En Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat

Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat

Experience the enchanting allure of Mermaid Cove, a stunning oceanfront property that brings the magic of the sea right to your doorstep. With breathtaking 180-degree ocean views, this luxurious retreat is the perfect getaway for families or friends looking to create unforgettable memories. Step outside onto the expansive wrap-around deck, where you can unwind in the large hot tub or gather around the gas fire pit for a cozy evening under the stars. Whether you're barbecuing on the propane-fueled Weber BBQ grill or roasting marshmallows for s'mores, every moment spent here feels like a dreamy escape.

Inside, the heart of the home boasts a spacious kitchen fully equipped with all the essentials and gourmet extras, perfect for hosting magical family gatherings. The adjacent living room offers a comfortable space to relax and enjoy the stunning ocean vistas, ensuring you're never far from the beauty of the coast. Mermaid Cove features three beautifully appointed bedrooms, each offering mesmerizing ocean views. Two bedrooms are outfitted with luxurious king beds, providing a restful night's sleep, while the third bedroom is perfect for kids or additional guests, featuring a queen bed and a trundle bed with two twins. This bedroom also has its own en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower for added convenience. One of the king bedrooms also boasts an en suite bathroom with a beautifully tiled walk-in shower, ensuring everyone has their own space. All bedrooms open directly onto the deck, inviting the refreshing sea breeze and spectacular sights into your retreat. Each bedroom has it's own flat screen TV and the garage holds 4 beach cruiser bicycles and a pool / ping-pong table.

Surrounded by nature, Mermaid Cove is an ideal location for bird and wildlife watching, and during whale migration season, you'll have a front-row seat to witness these magnificent creatures as they journey through the Pacific Ocean. Whether you're here to relax, explore, or simply soak in the unparalleled beauty of the ocean, Mermaid Cove is the ultimate luxurious escape. Book your stay today and dive into an unforgettable oceanfront experience!

Property manager

Casago Redwood Coast
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

McKinleyville

Located in McKinleyville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. McKinleyville Totem Pole and Arcata Theatre Lounge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Azalea State Natural Reserve and Sue-meg State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mckinleyville, CA

What's nearby

  • Clam Beach County Park - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • McKinleyville Totem Pole - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Arcata Plaza - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 10 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 20 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Toni's #1 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Six Rivers Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smug's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Mermaid Cove: Your Luxurious Oceanfront Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this McKinleyville holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hiller Dog Park, Mad River Beach County Park and Beau Pre Golf Club. McKinleyville Totem Pole is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 199 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

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

Great place for Vacation

House and property were wonderful. Plenty of room for family and friends. Close to lots of amenities. Hot tub stopped working and they got someone to come repair it on the weekend. Great service. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos M.

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

Wife wishes she could live in this house!

The house is in a great location. The attention to detail was beyond explanation. We had everything we needed and more! The house was really clean. The back yard is beautiful. Perfect for watching sunset. The hot tub was perfect after a long day of hiking. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joelle N.

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

Visiting student at Humboldt

We brought the extended family for a visit with our son at Humboldt. The property was exactly as described, well maintained, clean, well stocked, and comfortable. We all loved the mermaid decor everywhere. We appreciated all the little extras provided that made the stay really special. It is clear that someone lovingly curated every detail of Mermaid Cove. The space perfectly fit our group, with a separate bathroom for each bedroom. We are looking forward to booking here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerie D.

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

Couples

This place is wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Don B.

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

Unable to stay at this VRBO

We were all set to stay at the mermaid house. All payments have been made, and then we were informed that these owners pulled out from this platform so we never were able to enjoy the mermaid house which made us very very disappointed. However, Vacasa stepped up to the plate and helped us find another place to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

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

Fantastic Stay

This is a beautiful home that is fully equipped. The home had everything we could possibly need and more. We appreciated the attention to detail in the overall theming/decor of the home. It was a great location to explore the Redwoods. loved the
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Austin O.

AMAZING

Absolutely one of the most incredible rentals I’ve had the pleasure to stay at. The property was gorgeous, with a stunning view off the back deck. Amazing sunset. Just a few of the features: nice hot tub, kayaks, bicycles, gas fireplace (indoor and outdoor), keurig w/ coffee and creamers, and more. Cannot recommend this place highly enough. Come enjoy the Mermaid Cove!

10/10 Excellent

Scottie B.

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

Great place to stay!

We had a great time here -- and got a real kick out of all the mermaid decor. It had everything we needed and then some, and we loved the views of the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Incredible views

Loved the ocean views from every room. Very well equipped kitchen and the local property manager came over immediately when we had a minor issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

A lovely stay in the redwoods park area.

Our family of six (all adults; 3 couples) loved this property. Each couple had a bathroom, and the living, dining and kitchen areas were large enough to accommodate us all when we sat down to eat or to socialize. Large open windows! We needed extra towels and they were delivered pronto! 'Tis hard to get the kayaks down to the water, so if you plan to come to boat on the water, be ready for a good hike down the steps and negotiating among some underbrush. A minor complaint, as the weather had begun to cool when we arrived, so relinquishing this was not a big deal. I think new visitors will find the property quite charming and their needs amply fulfilled.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Ladies motorcycle riding club get together

We loved this place. Everything was as advertised and was very clean. Small free standing heater in living area was inoperable but really didn't need it. We would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Fabulous Stay!

Great location and even better view. Well stocked and incredibly clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Great vacation home for a family

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Cove! It is located next door to a great walking/bike trail. Everything inside and outside was clean. The refrigerator water stream was reeeeealllly slow, but that was only a minor inconvenience. Be prepared to be fascinated by all the ways the owners have incorporated mermaids and mermaid colors in every aspect of the decor and details.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Larry R.

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

Great VRBO Rental

Just stayed for a week. House has a great location and is very comfortable. Highly recommend...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

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

Mermaids Paradise!

This house is a Mermaids Paradise! It was so fun and the views are stunning, both my daughters ages 12 & 26 loved this house! We spent Thanksgiving there visiting our oldest daughter who was attending Cal Poly Humboldt, 10/10 recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia L.

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

Lovely stay!

Our family spent a week visiting the redwood and surrounding areas. The house was amazing and had everything we needed and more. The staff were very responsive and helpful and a pleasure to interact with. We highly recommend Mermaid Cove!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Debby H.

Great Northern California stay

Wr loved our stay in the Mermaid Cove house. Great location and everything that we needed for our vacation. We just wished we had more time to spend in this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ramon ..

A+

Place was amazing, we loved everything about it. Will be back. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

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

Will come again!

We loved our stay at this property. Check-in/-out process was easy. House was clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. Our 16-year old loved playing pool with her dad. We all enjoyed the hot tub daily. Convenient that towels for the hot tub were provided. Plenty of space to spread out. Had a fox come and visit on the back porch one evening. Would definiltey like to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James F.

Mermaid Cove 5 stars!

great spot for hitting the beaches and redwoods and returning home for a good meal and hot tub. 3 bedrooms all offer great ocean views.

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

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

Perfect coastal retreat

Very well stocked. The turquoise and mermaid theme was so fun. House is beautiful and comfortable too. Especially the beds. Boys loved pool table and board games. Wish we had more time to enjoy the house more but we’re there to watch the Kinetic race. Neighborhood is beautiful and tucked away in central location on Mckinleyvile inbetween Trinidad and Arcata/Eureka. They didn’t let us check in early so had to wait until 4 so that was only bummer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Neil's S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, great location!

Pros: Amazing location,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria A.

Such a charming place to spend the week!

This house was the perfect place for our family to gather for a week— plenty of space for everyone while still feeling cozy. The views were amazing, and we loved starting and ending our day on the deck watching the ocean!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

Mermaid Paradise

My friends and family throughly enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid Cove. Incredible views from the house and many thoughtful touches throughout. The proximity to walking trails and the house having bicycles made it so easy for us to get out and enjoy the area. The house is SO quiet, spotless, and perfectly situated to access McKinleyville/Arcata/Trinidad and etc. I would highly recommend the Mermaid Cove and hope to stay there again in the near future!

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