Family-friendly vacation rentals in McKinleyville

Surf Sanctuary Retreat and Sauna: Beach & Redwoods

The Surf Sanctuary retreat is minutes away from remote beaches and redwoods. Please note: Redwood Park is 30 minutes away. The sanctuary is a 1 bedroom 1 bathroom guest house with a full kitchen and bathroom. We are located within a 5 minute drive to the beach, and 30 minutes away from Redwood State and National Parks. Perfect launch location for hiking, surfing, cycling and enjoying this amazing place. Enjoy our beautiful quiet space for relaxation and renewal. The space is shoe and scent free.

Tiny Launch Pad

This tiny house awaits you at the end of a gravel road, on a half acre of open yard and sky. Watch birds fly over and listen to the ocean. You are 1.8 mi. by bike to the beach, 2 blocks to the banks of the Mad River, and Hammond Trail. Access your cozy sleeping loft up the ladder, cook in your well equipt kitchen, enjoy an on-demand shower inside, and a charming privy with a flush toilet outside. Perfect launchpad for any adventure! Halfway between Arcata and Trinidad, 3 miles from ACV Airport.

Whispering Trees Cozy Country Cottage

The "Whispering Trees Luxury Cottage" is your quiet, cozy country getaway just 2 miles from town, across the street from the Mad River and 5 miles from the beach. Cruising up the long driveway, you'll be welcomed by our mustang, and adorable donkeys. We welcome guests of all backgrounds and love making new friends. Having lived on the North Coast for over 40 years, we're a great resource to make your stay memorable. We have another popular suite on the property: Airbnb.com/h/countryblueroom

Teal Gem - Country Coastal Vibe

Enjoy a rural taste of the Redwood Coast. Our family lives on the property where we garden, keep bees & chickens. You may be greeted by our super friendly yellow lab (Huck), kitty (Zoey), or kids playing. Features: 2BD, 1 BA, Upstairs unit 2 Queens, & chair that converts to single bed Full kitchen, dining, living room You’ll be near: - Clam Beach: 5 min - Moonstone Beach: 9 min - Trinidad: eat+shop+hike: 11 min - Prairie Creek State Park - ACV airport: 3 min Retreat, reset, & rejuvenate!

Luxury Container Under The Trees ~Outdoor Tub~

Relax among the trees and seclusion in this new luxury container conversion! The gorgeous outdoor area features a soaking tub, fire pit, bistro set and daybed. The modern decor and amenities of the interior is just as stunning and has everything you would want in a home away from home. Our central location is just 10 mins to both Arcata and all the breathtaking beaches surrounding Trinidad. Another perk of staying with Humboldt Getaways is our gift voucher with discounts to local businesses!

Coastal Trail HideAway: Eco-Friendly & Peaceful

On the Hammond Coastal Trail, cozy eco-friendly bedroom suite with expanded kitchenette, full bath, private entry, deck, yard, off-street parking. Set back hidden from the road in a bamboo oasis, it’s private and peaceful. Walk or bike to nearby river, beaches, forest. Or hop on the Highway 1/3 mile away. 3.5 miles to Airport, 30 to Redwood National & State Parks. We’ll share walls so you’ll sometimes hear me, though I try to be a considerate neighbor. Your comfort is very important to me!

Shore Acres Ocean View Cabin and Retreat Space

Step back in time and experience the best that Humboldt has to offer at the exceptionally preserved Shore Acres cottage. Set on a serene and completely private parcel, this unique property offers unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and access to the Mad River frontage beach, as well as a private duck-stocked pond and local creek. Take a romantic stroll through the immaculately preserved grounds, and enjoy a sunset bonfire on the string lit terrace overlooking the ocean. Unforgettable!

Moonstone Manor II

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. With it's proximity to the redwoods, Cal Poly and the uncrowded, rugged, coastal beaches of Humboldt County you will not find a better location from which to explore all that makes Humboldt so special. Decorated with oversize, local, landscape photography prints taken by the host, this space is sure to impress. Take advantage of the dedicated workspace and lightning fast 400mbps wi fi if you need to get some work done during your stay.

Paradise Falls Guest Suite

Relax and rejuvenate in our cozy guest suite. The room boasts a large living area, comfortable furnishings and a calming atmosphere. With all the luxuries and privacy of a hotel suite, we also boast beautiful gardens and a waterfall cascading down into a koi pond to enjoy. The suite has a private entrance and is situated at the end of the a quiet street in a upscale, safe neighborhood. We are 5 minutes to shopping and dinning and another five to the fabulous Moonstone Beach.

Redwoods & Hammond Trail Retreat

Perfect for two guests and a dog, this private one-bedroom home sits directly on the Hammond Trail in McKinleyville, CA. Walk or bike to the Mad River and ocean right from the property, with easy drives to beaches and redwood forests. Enjoy gated, secure parking, fully fenced yards, a comfy queen bed, sleeper sofa, fully equipped kitchen, plus an outdoor sauna and shower. Guests typically enjoy the garden and sunsets as well as the cleanliness and peace that the space exudes.

The Big Blue Barn

Lofted barn apartment in beautiful Fieldbrook, California, situated among a 15-acre redwood forest. Only an 8 minute drive to McKinleyville and the Pacific Ocean, and 15 minutes to Arcata Plaza and Cal Poly Humboldt University. Peaceful and quiet, with hiking trails, deer, and wind whispering in the trees. Humboldt County is one of the West Coast's most magical, majestic landscapes – and Fieldbrook is one of the area's loveliest hidden gems.

Cozy Redwood Coast Dome

Experience nature in comfort in a glamping dome with an outdoor shower, outdoor kitchen and outdoor dining. Please read all of the property description before booking. The property is in a redwood forest with a good size meadow for sunshine and flowers. It's a great base camp for exploring the beautiful beaches, Redwood forest and local cities of Trinidad and Arcata. Maximum 3 guests, or 4 guests if one or more guests are under 12.