You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.
Be swept away by an unparalleled panoramic ocean view the moment you enter this private house. The floor plan is open with a fully equipped modern kitchen which features a tiled center island. The comfortable living room offers full view windows perfect for whale watching. Light the wood stove or turn up the thermostat for heating. The bathroom features a natural slate walk in shower. Awake to the ocean view from the queen bed. The spacious grounds are landscaped with rock gardens and a large lawn area. Watch the sunset and surfers from the multilevel decks. This is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Due to County and State requirements related to COVID-19 for certification we can not operate the hot tub at this time.
Property manager
Bill Snell
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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 deadbolt lock
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
Enter the "garage House" Step Into Sublime Ocean Front Living
Enter the "Garage House" step into sublime ocean front living.
About the neighborhood
Trinidad
This vacation home is located in Westhaven-Moonstone, a neighborhood in Trinidad. Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse and Arcata Theatre Lounge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sue-meg State Park and Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels are also worth visiting.
Is Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. located?
Located in Westhaven-Moonstone, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Luffenholtz Beach County Park and Moonstone Beach. Little River State Beach and Trinidad Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
shawn a., austin
May 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical place to stay
This cottage was well presented and a treat to enjoy. The views couldn't be beat. The location was close to all I wanted to be. The responsiveness of owner was attentive. The thoughtful details throughout the house was well noted. I'll be back!
shawn a.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise M.
May 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Beautiful place over the ocean. Can’t wait to go back.
Louise M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carlos H.
May 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Great place very peaceful with awesome views
Carlos H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
John O.
May 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
this is our 4th time at this property. great stay as always
John O.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen D.
Apr 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised!
Beautiful views, everything worked, plenty of dishes, pots, and bands, comfortable bed, hot tub, great, close to Trinidad and Eureka. A wonderful stay!
Stephen D.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
John O.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
great visit!
this is our third stay at Garage House. Perfect, again
John O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
I love this perfect little hideaway. Easy access to town and day trips. House is amazing. Bed is very comfortable and it’s so soothing to fall asleep to the sound of the waves. Definitely handicap accessible which was a blessing when I stayed here with my husband in the past. Highly recommended
Susan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Nicole C.
Apr 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Amazing little place, we will be back and refer friends/family.
Bring kleenex and papertowels, expect the racoon to dump the trash every night unless you bring a bungee to keep it upright and sealed. Lol.
Would recommend the owners get a king size bed, totally enough room for it.
Nicole C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracie V., Auburn, California
Apr 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect North Coast getaway!
We love the ocean, and this was the perfect place to stay. We could see and hear the ocean. The home was clean and comfortable. Awesome views from both inside and outside the home. We had a great lunch at the Lighthouse Cafe in town, but we cooked mostly our own food. The kitchen was stocked with pots and pans, and utensils, so we had no problems cooking. The area was very quiet, so we had very peaceful evenings. Can't wait to visit again!!
Tracie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terri S.
Mar 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
three days of magic
Beautiful property well-maintained. Million dollar view. My wife and I will be back.
Terri S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie W.
Jan 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing romantic getaway
We have stayed at the Garage House multiple times over the years. It is our absolute favorite place to vacation on the
California coast. We will definitely be back. 100% recommend it.
Julie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter A.
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
One of our favorite rentals of all time!
This was our 3rd year in a row staying at the beautiful Garage House, and though every time we add more days, it gets tougher to leave each time! There is so much to see and hike around there, but my wife's happy place is reading in the sun on the deck looking out over the ocean and Trinidad. Great views, even when storms roll through! We finally hiked the James Irvine/Clintonia trail and highly recommend. Thanks again, Bill!
Peter A.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alex C.
Nov 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Unparalleled views at the Garage House
We spent Thanksgiving here in 2021 and were knocked out by this rental's views, location and overall experience.
Two years later we had another great vacation: except this time we were also able to use the hot tub, sat on a huge deck overlooking Houda Cove, to Little River Rock.
We had a fine time and with easy access (north and south) to 101 and a professional, responsive owner in Bill Snell, this rental is hard to beat: if you only need one well-appointed bedroom and some peace and quiet...
Also note the hot water and heating work well on a winter evening.
Still our favorite VRBO property on California's north coast.
Alex C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lee S.
Nov 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A Must
We really enjoyed our stay! The Garage was wonderful.
And the views? Incredible. There is a tv. We didn’t turn it on. The windows to the ocean had the best views.
We will be back. ( almost wished there was a storm to see huge waves)
Lee S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard S.
Oct 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Celebration
Fantastic.
Richard S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
Kelly H.
Oct 21, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Heaven in Northern CA
This place was exactly how it is advertised. Perfect location for visiting the Redwoods! The view is out of this world!! Very private and romantic. We would 100% recommend.
Kelly H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Jill C.
Oct 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
We have been coming here since it opened a few years ago and really love our time here. The location is close to everything you need but far enough away to feel secluded. It is laid out very simply with the two main rooms offering great views of the ocean and Trinidad. The host is wonderful to deal with and very accommodating. The only negative thing I have to say about the Garage House is the decks are in really poor shape and need to be redone. Other than that we have no complaints and we will definitely be back!
Jill C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin B.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We had a great time staying at the Garage House. The views from the deck are even better than advertised! The property itself is clean and well-appointed. Hope to be able to visit again soon.
Benjamin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joan S.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Garage
Good
Joan S.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
Sep 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wisconsin hikers
Great location and amazing view. Would stay there again and recommend to others. And very close to Trinidad which is best small town in the area. We were hiking in Redwood National Park so this location was perfect
Scott K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laurie L.
Sep 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat
Highly recommended. Very quiet neighborhood with a 180° ocean view that can't be found elsewhere. Very comfortable furnishings with all the amenities you could want, including a hot tub.
Laurie L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
A W., Roseville
Sep 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
This is my second time staying here, I absolutely love it. The view of the ocean is amazing and it’s close to great hikes in the redwoods. It has everything you need.
A W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
Sep 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amazing view!
We loved our stay here. The location was perfect for us and the house was perfectly suited for a couple. The view was amazing, especially from the hottub!
Linda L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca R., Springfield, PA
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
We won't stay anywhere else!
This is our 6th trip in 7 years - only missed 2020 due to Covid - and we literally book our trip around when the Garage House is available. Nothing beats the view of the Pacific - especially when that view can be had from the hot tub after a long afternoon of hiking. The house itself is clean, cozy and has everything you need for a great stay. Absolutely our happy place!
Rebecca R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley K.
Aug 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was the perfect house to stay in for our Northern California adventures! Clean, cozy and a killer view!! The only bad thing, was that we couldn’t stay longer!! We would DEFINITELY stay here again!!