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Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California

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Your home as our guests with an old-fashioned porch and wrap around deck
Welcome!!!!
Fully equiped kitchen with everything you need to prepare and serve your meals
The dining nook with a panoramic view of the garden and Francis Creek.
The beautiful, landscaped yard includes a swing-set and play house for children.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Humboldt County Fairgrounds
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Ferndale, CA
  • Place, Victorian Inn
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ferndale Historic Cemetery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ferndale Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Office 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California

A very quiet Craftsman house on 1/2 acre, two bedroom, two baths. Francis Street Home was built in the Craftsman style, heated with warm-floor, furnished with family favorites, antiques, art and rugs, wireless access, Dish TV, telephone and DVR. The kitchen is fully equipped: dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, appliances, and full laundry room.

From the old-fashioned porch and wrap around deck, you can enjoy the wildlife, or just relax and watch the cherry petals drift down.

Set on 1/2 acre, Francis Street Home has two bedrooms with adjustable twin beds, two full bathrooms, den/office (with sofa bed), large living room, dining nook, kitchen and laundry room and outside barbecue. A cement ramp allows easy access to the house without using the stairs. Two parking spaces. The beautiful, landscaped yard includes a swing-set and play house for younger children. The city park is just around the corner.

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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
4 adults in 2 bedrooms children on Office Futon
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Medium dogs only. Discuss in advance with owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 468346vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Ferndale

Ferndale Main Street Historic District, a neighbourhood in Ferndale, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and California Coastal National Monument, while Ferndale Museum and Fortuna Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Golden Gate Mercantile and The Blacksmith Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting, cycling and ecotours.
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Ferndale, CA

What's nearby

  • Victorian Inn - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ferndale Historic Cemetery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Blacksmith Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ferndale Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Humboldt County Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 26 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bear River Casino Resort - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Redwood Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Scoops - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Edge Grill & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Loco - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California on 4 September 2026 start from NZ$1,301, 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 Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Francis Street Vacation Home. Ferndale, California located?

Located in Ferndale Main Street Historic District, this holiday home is steps away from Firemens Park and Victorian Inn. Golden Gate Mercantile and Ferndale Historic Cemetery are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Carlos' beautiful vacation home that was perfectly located, quiet and relaxing. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alida S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carlos is very welcoming and accommodating. The house fit the 3 of us perfectly. It included all the kitchen utensils needed to make our Thanksgiving holiday a warm event. We would rent again and hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roseann P.

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

Wonderful place

Couldn’t have stayed at a nicer VRBO
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2022
Roseanne and her friends were very considerate and enthusiastic about the house and the town. We could not have asked for nicer guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

A cute and enjoyable stay

Property was as described, very comfortable! A great place to stay while exploring Eureka!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Perfect stay

The house was very nice and in a perfect location. The owners were so helpful and so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Thank you for the compliments. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Congratulations on winning the marathon run in the nearby redwoods.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

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

Ferndale fin

Great location, responsive host, comfortable, lovely house. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you Judy. Hope to see you back soon. Cheers, Carlos
Verified review

8/10 Good

JIll B.

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

Nice little property

Nice home in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

martina n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the location to walk into town. The home was very comfortable and quiet with a nice yard. It was also a great base to see a lot of the redwood parks and drive the scenic beach routes. The host was lovely. Wouldn’t change a thing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Short trip to see family

Beutiful home that was the perfect fit for my family
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Nice talking with you. Sorry my phone disconected in the midst of it. Cheers, and hope we see your family next time. Carlosd
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Wonderful time away

Our stay was all we could have expected.Well equipped with everything you would need.The beds were very comfortable.The location was great just a short walk into the town.Thanks Carlos we hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valarie W.

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

Wonderful

Our second time staying here and everything was as expected. Carlos is a great host and the house is super cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2025
Thank you Valerie: It is especially nice to see our visitors come back multiple times. It confirms that you and all like Francis Street Vacation home. See you soon again. Cheers, carlos
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei D.

Ferndale Retreat

We had a wonderful stay! The house was perfect for our trip to the Redwoods and everything in town was within walking distance. We're already planning our trip back!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
We appreciate your kind words. Besides being a comfortable house for families or friends, the location makes it easy to tour the town of Ferndale, or the California redwood coast. Thank you for your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica F.

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

Lovely Cabin

The location was perfect, right downtown and close to everything. Carlos was a great host, and I could not have asked for a better stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenda Y.

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

Great place!

House is clean, quiet, with a big yard and a creek. Marilyn and Carlos were friendly hosts, and I loved their dog. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed having this lovely family stay. They left everything in perfect order. I hope this was a good respite from hectic city life for them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Ferndale paradise

Beautiful property with wonderful owners, felt very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2023
Great guests. They will be welcome to come back anytime. And congratulations to the graduate!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B.

Quiet and comfortable

Very nice home away from home! Great place to have grandkids come visit, the loved the swing and slide. Comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
It's always a pleasure to hear that guests enjoy the property for its best features: The swing set, and the comfortable family home. It is a great spot for family gatherings, and our guests were very nice and considerate.Perfect for everyone.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Boris M.

Great for families with kids

We loved it there! Well designed house, amazing large backyard, very nice hosts. Carlos and Marylin were very welcoming and answered all our questions!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
The house is great for all ages - convenient, comfortable, secluded yet close to town. But it is special for small children, lots of room to romp around outside, a playset, a little natural history experience too, and it has easy access to the redwoods, ocean and rivers. I am very glad these guests found us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

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

Great location

Waking distance to shops
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Great house

Had a great time at the Francis St Home. Carlos and Chica made us feel right at home. Walking distance to downtown Ferndale. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Great Location!

The property was beautiful with nature right in your backyard. Super quiet and a short walk to downtown. Plenty of space for family to stay and a quick jump off point for local sights to see. My stayed in Ferndale was to visit with my sister who lives locally.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2024
Thank you very much for your kind review of our Francis Street Vacation Home in Ferndale. Aside from taking good care of the house we all try to provide a beautiful garden setting by the creek since after all it also is something we enjoy from our next door house backyard. Here is to your next visit!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loren W.

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

Ferndale Stay

We had a lovely relaxing time. Carlos’s home had all that we needed. It was quiet and the surroundings beautiful. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roseann P.

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

A home away from home

Such wonderful people Such a lovely place Thankyou.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Roseann and her friends were lovely. It was a pleasure get to know them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sharon k.

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

Absolutely beautiful.

What a peaceful and beautiful stay. Carlos was an amazing host and we enjoyed sitting one evening with him and his sweet dog, Chica. You can't go wrong choosing this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Short walk to Main Street in Ferndale

Enjoyed our stay. Lovely setting. House was perfect for us and our small cocker spaniel Loved the photos and art on the walls. Carlos was extremely helpful. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

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

Always enjoy our stay in Ferndale

We have stayed at Carlos’s many times over the years. We enjoy kibitzing with Carlos, the cool weather, walking to the store, Centerville Beach, the VI, and the North Coast in general. Great Vaca.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marilyn Benemann

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I, Carlos Benemann, by mistake took the right turn off Highway 101 across Fernbridge 36 years ago, and I have been in love with Ferndale ever since. I own a two-story Craftsman house, built in 1912, right across the yard from your Francis Street Vacation Home. I owned antiquarian bookstores in Ferndale and Eureka for 25 years. I continued my career as a California court certified Spanish and German interpreter. I love talking with guests about books, foreign travel, horses and the good life in Humboldt County. Francis Street Home was built as a retirement dream home for Carlos my parents. I can now share it with you.

Why they chose this property

WELCOME ! To a quiet, comfortable, redwood Craftsman style home, on a landscaped half acre. Bordered by Francis Creek, just a block from the city park and downtown stores and restaurants.

What makes this property unique

As you cross Fernbridge from Hwy 101 and drive through the bucolic scenery,
feel the stress from your daily hustle slip away. Drive past the beautifully preserved Victorian buildings on both side of Main Street, Ferndale, which becomes Francis Street after Ocean Street.1 and 1/2 blocks to a long driveway on the left. Turn up the driveway at 176 Francis Street. You have arrived.
Francis Street Home is your home away from home and downtown and the restaurants on Main Street are only a block away.

Languages:

German, Spanish
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