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Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village

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Ferndale's Francis Creek Retreat
Living room with retro posters from Ferndale’s 1970’s teen dances!
54” Cable Television
Primary bedroom/California King bed.
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ferndale, CA
  • Ferndale Historic Cemetery
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • The Blacksmith Shop
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Humboldt County Fairgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Eureka, CA (EKA-Murray Field)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village

Francis Creek Retreat, built in 1881, is one of the earliest homes in the Historic Victorian Village of Ferndale. Besides being comfortable, clean, and well appointed, our sunny, two bedroom home is steps from Main Street. It is a minute's walk to the town's fantastic restaurants, bars, shops, the park, and even bocce courts! Beautiful and wild Centerville Beach is a scenic five mile drive away. We love this house and are confident you will enjoy your stay in Ferndale.

The space

Francis Creek House is a comfortable and cute two bedroom, one bathroom (shower only) home with a large kitchen, living room, and dining room. The bistro table and propane barbecue on the large back deck are great for enjoying a sunny day and the quiet ambiance of Francis Creek, which runs behind the house. This home is one of the oldest in our town, and we love how you can see the original hand-hewn cedar beams in the kitchen.

The house has wifi throughout and cable television in the living room. The beds and carpet are brand new and the interior of the home is all freshly painted. We have on-demand hot water and forced-air heating. There's a laundry room with a washer and dryer for your use. Enjoy coffee from the Keurig in the morning. The kitchen has pots and pans and a grocery store one block away for breakfast at home, or head out to the local cafes down the street for a hearty Ferndale breakfast.

Francis Creek Retreat is just a few doors down from the largest living lighted Christmas tree, and a cozy place to watch the Ferndale Lighted Tractor Parade, which passes by the front door of the house each December!

Guest access

The entire home, yard, deck and barbecue are for guests' use.

Interaction with guests

We are only a few minutes drive and a phone call away. Contact us with any questions at any time. We respect our guests' privacy but are happy to help when you need something.
Other things to note
Security cameras are located outside the house. They most likely will be on during your visit.
This is a NO SMOKING or VAPING property, both inside and outside. Thanks for respecting our request.

Property manager

Kathleen Leonardi
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution-unfenced creek on property
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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
No smoking or vaping inside or outside.

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

Ferndale

Ferndale is home to this holiday home. Fernbridge Historic Bridge and California Coastal National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Firemens Park. Golden Gate Mercantile and The Blacksmith Shop are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Ferndale, CA

What's nearby

  • Firemens Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ferndale Historic Cemetery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Blacksmith Shop - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Humboldt County Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Eel River - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Redwood Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bear River Casino Resort - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Eel River Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Double D Steak - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Loco - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village located?

Situated in Ferndale, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Firemens Park, Golden Gate Mercantile and Ferndale Historic Cemetery. The Blacksmith Shop and Ferndale Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Perfect stay

I grew up in Ferndale, and this place is nicely sized and perfectly located to explore the town with a small family. The house was comfortable and had great amenities. We will be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Relaxing retreat

We loved this little house. It was perfect for our book trip weekend. Loved the charm and history. We parked and walked all over. Location is great. Hope to come back and stay here again. Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yevgeniya M.

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

Loved this cozy home!

We had such a wonderful stay here! The house looks small on the outside but is actually quite roomy and very comfortable. It was impeccably clean, with thoughtful details throughout, comfortable beds, a very well appointed kitchen, and even some toys, which our preschooler loved playing with! We also really appreciated the washer and dryer onsite, which came in handy after getting soaked and muddy on rainy forest hikes. All in all, a great place to stay. Thank you Kathleen!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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

Perfect Ferndale Getaway

We loved our stay here. The house is in a great location, just a block or two away from the center of Ferndale. We were able to walk less than 5 minutes to all the shopping and dining options in town and return to this homey retreat afterward. The owner was extremely responsive when I had a question, too. We also really appreciated how clean everything was. The owner clearly put a lot of care and upkeep into maintaining the property. It was a real pleasure to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

becky p.

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

Nice little Cottage

Extremely clean. Lots of coffee. Only one bathroom with a very small shower. Great location. Have stayed there before and will again, I'm sure
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Very good location. Great value

My friend and I were road-tripping through the area and wanted a clean, quiet and comfortable house to rent that was close to restaurants in Ferndale. This listing delivered. If we could recommend one thing would be a dishwasher.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Ferndale weekend

Cozy and charming cottage in Ferndale. Comfortable beds and well-equipped kitchen. Very convenient to Ferndale shops and restaurants. Easy access to other towns in Humboldt County.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Excellent home away from home

We enjoyed our stay in this nicely appointed home! Very clean and comfortable, and our hosts provided everything needed for a great stay! Would definitely stay here again if we ever return to Ferndale. Only slight negative is bath could use more lighting but that would not prevent us from staying here again. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

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

nice place in a cute town

Clean and well-stocked, responsive owner. As advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Wonderful time in a Fun town

We enjoyed our visit to the town of Ferndale. The house felt like home and was in walking distance to everything. I would recommend this house for anyone looking to stay in a fun Victorian town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia G.

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

Lovely little house

Everything was really well organized, clean, and easy to find.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Ferndale Francis creek

This charming farmhouse in Ferndale California was perfect for our visit with family living nearby. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Only a couple miles away from the ocean. We were able to barbecue on the back deck and the kitchen is well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky p.

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

Nice little house

Very welcoming. Lots of coffee. Extremely clean
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Ferndale at Halloween

A wonderful farmhouse reminded me of my childhood home. Thank you for all the amenities. The town was especially decked out for Halloween. Fall is the best time to visit north coast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Cute and Convenient!

This little house was just perfect for my family to use. I have two little boys and it was great to have a place where they can play and wind down. This house is located perfectly for walking downtown Ferndale and getting to the beach. We were able to walk to dinner every night and visit the park in the afternoons where the boys loved to play. The house had everything we needed to cook and feel right at home. The boys even had breakfast on the back patio on morning! We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie C., Palo Cedro, USA

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

Perfect spot in the heart of Ferndale!

We visit Ferndale regularly, but this was our first time looking for a rental home. We were specifically looking for something with space for our two boys, ages 7 and 10, that was available last minute. This quaint little house has it all. At the quiet end of town (really, though - Ferndale is nothing but quiet!), we loved the ability to walk everywhere yet still be tucked away from it all. Adorably decorated and super cozy - staying in has never been so fun! Whether it was trips to the beach, bbq'ing on the back deck or grabbing ice cream down the street, the Francis Creek Retreat is the place to call home in Ferndale. The owners have thought of everything you could possibly need and even those things you may have forgot to pack. The beds were comfy and hard to get out of in the morning, and we loved the regular evening visits of deer. We will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimmy S.

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

Such a beautiful quiet town

Coming from the mountains of Colorado, we did not expect Ferndale to be such a quiet place. Other than the dogs barking once, you don’t hear a thing from this cute house. It was the quietest place we have ever been to. The natural environment must absorb all the sounds. You don’t even wake up to any birds singing. Unbelievable how you could sleep until noon if you forget to set an alarm. We loved the town, house location and especially the lost coast road. The local beach was also so beautiful watching the seals pop up from the waves to say hi. We are so thankful we did not stay further north by the national park. We want to come back someday and try more restaurants in town. Only negative on the house is the lack of dishwasher. Adding a small one even in the laundry room would make the home complete. Thanks for the fun stay. The house had everything we needed! Picking the wild blackberries everywhere made the trip even better. We needed one more day to make the fresh berry pie. Next time. Cheers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great place - great stay.

Cozy and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Cute Cottage

The cottage is cute, clean and comfortable space for 4 people. It's a very short walk to the restaurants and shops. The owner gave clear instructions on how to access the property, however, the key box was a little tricky to open. We enjoyed our short stay in Ferndale. It's a cute town and the people are super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous Ferndale Bungalow

Excellent house in great location. All amenities were provided and overall exceeded expectations. Only slight negative was size of the bathroom fixtures (all very small).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B., Richmond, VA, USA

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

Peaceful Town

The house was clean and comfortable. It's a short walk to the classic looking homes. The kitchen cabinets are functional and met my needs, but they are a bit disappointing for a refurbished house. The bathroom sink faucet is missing the flow nozzle, so water sprays in all directions. The kitchen was reasonably stocked with utensils and dishes. Some redneck parked their truck directly in front of he steps to the house even though there were plenty of open spots along the street. Seemed to have been a statement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne W.

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

Very comfortable, cute cottage in ideal location

We found this cottage to be perfect for us. Warm and comfortable, especially the bed. Quiet and very convenient for a short walk to shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Adorable house in Ferndale

I was very pleased with my stay at this property. The property was clean and provided everything that you could possibly need. The beds were comfortable and the home overall was very homey. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Gracious Host

This is a wonderful vacation home. Great location to find walking paths, trip to the ocean or enjoying Main St in Ferndale. Comfortable home, Kathleen has thought of everything one would need for your stay. Her respond time is very quick should you have a question or concern. We had a slight hiccup upon arriving, but Kathleen addressed our concern immediately 5 star experience we look forward to our next visit. Thank you Kathleen!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

Family Vacation

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time in Ferndale! The home was clean, orderly, and well stocked. We were very comfortable and enjoyed walking downtown for dinner or ice cream. We'd definitely love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Leonardi

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Kathleen is a retired elementary school teacher and Dennis is a third generation dairy farmer. We live on our organic dairy farm in Ferndale, in Northern California. We love our dogs, being involved in our community, and bringing new life to historic homes in our area. We have put a lot of love into making Ferndale's Francis Creek Retreat a beautiful and special place to stay. We hope you love visiting Ferndale and enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

You will enjoy that it is only doors away from the historic downtown area which has several restaurants, lots of adorable shops, a grocery store, pharmacy, and bars.

Languages:

English

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