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Abalone Cabin - Charming retreat w/ ocean views!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Trinidad, CA
  • Place, Trinidad Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Heights Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Trinidad Bay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Trinidad

Located in Trinidad, this cottage is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Trinidad Museum and Trinidad Masage & Day Spa. .This cottage is 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from Redwood National and State Parks and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Trinidad Town Hall.

What's nearby

  • Trinidad Museum - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Trinidad Masage & Day Spa - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • The Heights Casino - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Trinidad Bay - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seascape Restaurant & Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trinidad Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Headies Pizza & Pour - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Abalone Cabin - Charming retreat w/ ocean views!

Experience a one-of-a-kind coastal retreat in Trinidad, California, set along the rugged and breathtaking Northern California coastline. This charming 1970s A-frame home, paired with a separate family-room cabin, offers sweeping ocean views and an inviting setting ideal for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts.

The two-story main home welcomes you with a warm, comfortable living space thoughtfully decorated with distinctive artwork and décor collected by the home’s former owners—a Russian history professor and his wife, an English literature scholar from UC Berkeley—whose European travels lend the home its unique character. The main level features an open-concept living room, dining area, and kitchen, creating an effortless space for gathering and entertaining.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a gas range, toaster oven, microwave, and all the essentials needed to prepare meals with ease. Enjoy dining indoors at the table, which comfortably seats six, or step outside to dine al fresco while taking in uninterrupted ocean and coastline views accompanied by refreshing sea breezes. The living room is furnished with a leather sectional sofa and Smart TV, while a cozy den just off the main living space provides a quiet retreat for reading, relaxing, or enjoying an afternoon nap.

The property offers three comfortable bedrooms, each furnished with a new memory foam queen bed to ensure a restful night’s sleep. The main-level bedroom features forest views and convenient access to a bathroom with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, two additional queen bedrooms provide distinct perspectives—one west-facing with expansive ocean views and the soothing sounds of the sea, and one east-facing overlooking majestic redwood trees. A second upstairs bathroom includes a bathtub.

Cross the breezeway to access the original cabin, built in the 1950s as a music retreat for professors from what is now Cal Poly Humboldt. Once a creative haven for musicians, the cabin later became a family gathering space and now serves as a spectacular bonus living area with panoramic ocean views. This inviting space is perfect for relaxing by the gas fireplace, watching the Smart TV, playing games at the large table, or simply enjoying waves crashing against the cliffs and sea stacks. It’s an ideal spot for sunset viewing and wildlife watching, with frequent sightings of falcons, whales, and sea lions.

Located just a few miles north of the charming seaside town of Trinidad—often called the crown jewel of Humboldt County—guests are a short drive from downtown conveniences including a full-service grocery store, cafés, restaurants, shops, historic museum, and pier. The area is home to some of the region’s most pristine beaches, while nearby Sue-meg State Park and Redwood National Park offer scenic coastal trails and awe-inspiring ancient redwoods.

Whether exploring rugged cliffs, discovering tide pools, or unwinding with ocean views, this special property offers an unforgettable opportunity to experience the tranquility of the Pacific and the natural magic of Humboldt County.

Important Notes:

** Guest reserving home must be 25 years or older, be staying at the property the entire time and will be considered the responsible party for this booking.

** Upon completion of booking reservation guests will be required to sign a rental agreement agreeing to Trinidad Retreats rules and regulations.

** Sorry but this is not a pet friendly home, no exceptions.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please hand wash all dishes thoroughly and put away.
Please remove all trash and recycling from the home and place it in outside bins.
Close and lock all windows / Turn off the heaters, furnace, fans, gas fireplace.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Abalone Cabin - Charming retreat w/ ocean views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location that is central too many hikes. Very uncomfortable. The view is outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cj P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house in Trinidad, views are unbelievable and the house is perfect. Hosts were very accommodating for our travel. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather P.

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

Humbodlt Heaven

Stunning ocean views, cozy den, friendly town, we will be back soon :)
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
To say that the view is stunning would be an understatement. It's hard to imagine a more scenic location anywhere on the California coast. The house was very comfortable and well maintained. For a private retreat in an amazing environment, this place would be hard to top.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Trinidad Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a charming rustic home with stunning views. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Management was very helpful making it a great stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

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

Great house Great Location

We were blown away with this house! The view made us not want to leave! Location to three days of exploring the Redwoods, Trinidad and the local restaurant were perfect. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger W.

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

Great view, great stay!

This property was centrally located to all the coastal redwoods and beaches! Plus, the view was amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our 3-day stay at the Abolone cabin. The views from the clifftop and from inside the home are beautiful. The setting is tranquil and very private. The house is well equipped and comfortable. We used the home as an ideal base to go out for the day to explore the area's parks, trails and coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

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

Dreamy retreat in the Redwoods!

This cabin in the Redwoods along the coast was a perfect retreat for the soul! Will be coming back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Visiting Humboldt

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay. The views from the house are spectacular! Kitchen was well equipped. And morning coffee by the fire in the cabin was dreamy. Bonus: a short walk to Larrupin for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teagan P.

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

Amazing Stay!

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Abalone Cabin! We have been visiting Trinidad for years and have agreed this cabin is our favorite so far. The home was spotless upon check in and the views were amazing. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bec R.

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

Anniversary Getaway

Beautiful cabin nestled in a beautiful area! The views were breathtaking. We enjoyed the privacy and serenity of this wonderful property, but also enjoyed how it was close enough to get anything we needed. Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Great Getaway!

We stayed here in 2023 and just had to return in July 0f 2024 - this is the perfect place for tranquility, privacy, peace and relaxation. Perfect place to eat outside on the patio as the sun is setting and waves crash on the rocks down below.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

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

Amazing Location

Simply gorgeous! A wonderful and generous space with breathtaking views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

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

View is just a beautiful as the photos

Amazing view. Cabin is centrally located. We spent a whole day visiting local beaches and then a whole day hiking in the redwoods. We didn’t have to drive far from the cabin for either.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie F.

Beautiful, secluded getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely beautiful property and such a tasteful and sweet home. We enjoyed playing games and reading by the fire in the cabin after a long day of hiking in the redwoods. Beds are so comfortable and it’s a great place to relax and watch the ocean. Loved it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Annechien S.

Fantastic stay at a wonderful place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was on a fabulous place on the rocks near the ocean. It was very clean and the house got everything we needed! We could have spent here so much longer time! Thank you! And it was very kind that you sent me my jacket I forgot, many thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

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

Excellent

The views were excellent, property was very clean, and as expected. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is AMAZING! We’ve stayed several places and are blown away by the attention to detail and beauty of this property! We’ll be back to stay longer in the near future. Thank you for the memories!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelli L.

Perfect location with Ocean views!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was very clean and tidy. Everything we needed for our stay plus binoculars to look out into the ocean at the boats. The location was perfect for our trip to Northern CA going North, East and South different days. Great sunsets.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chunru L.

Fantastic ocean front cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic views, confirm home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Preston B.

Abalone beauty!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful vacation and the location was perfect! The views were incredible and the sunsets were beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamin B.

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

Beautiful View overlooking the Pacific

Very clean, lovely property with amazing views. The property was more than sufficient space for our family of four with 2 small children. The sound of the ocean makes for unmatched morning meditations. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Wonderful stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome location, unforgettable views, comfortable, quiet, inspiring. Even through the heavy rain/wind storms that spanned 8 days out of the 10-day stay, the power stayed on, and it was very comfy inside. This place is a real gem, and the management is superior. We'll be back.