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New! Redwoods ON The River in Hiouchi, CA in the Heart of the Redwood Forest

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Welcome to your adventure in the Redwood Forest & the Wild & Scenic Smith River
We like to call it 'Rustic Luxury' in the Redwoods.
Unobstructed floor to ceiling windows gives you a great view of the forest.
Some serious relaxation on the down filled sofa sectional.  Bring a book!
Fire Pit Fun!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crescent City, CA
  • Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Hiouchi Visitor Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Redwood Heritage State Wilderness
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 Upstairs Primary

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 Kiddo's Bunk Bed Room

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 Downstairs Primary

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

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

Bathroom 2 Downstairs

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

New! Redwoods ON The River in Hiouchi, CA in the Heart of the Redwood Forest

Get ready to relax in the Redwood Forest!
Hike. Explore. Fish. Kayak. Swim. Golf. Surf! Just 12 minutes to Crescent City and the Pacific Ocean.

Redwoods ON the River is just that.
A 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Hiouchi, CA situated IN the Redwoods and ON the bank of the Wild & Scenic Smith River- the cleanest river in the United States.

Hiouchi (Hy YOO Chee) is just 12 minutes to the Pacific Ocean and Crescent City, CA- the halfway point between San Francisco and Portland, situated in the very heart of the Redwood Forest.

Redwoods On The River is your rustic getaway with a touch of luxury.
Relax and soak-in the redwood forest from the back yard.
Forest bathing is real. And really relaxing.

The majestic redwoods and emerald green river make this property a truly unique and tranquil getaway.
PLUS, you have access to a private trail leading to a sandy beach enjoyed by only a handful of neighbors.
Perfect for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing and soaking up the river life.
Kayaks, floaties, towels and picnic basket provided during the river season:
Typically Memorial Weekend through late September, pending weather.
*Note: Swimming and Kayaking at your own risk.

With 2 queen beds, 1 bunk bed (twin over full) and 2 air mattresses, this home is perfect for a couple's getaway, single family vacation or 2 couples with kiddos!
Maximum of 8 guests- ideal for 4 adults and up to 4 kiddos.
NO events.
NO parties.
NO smoking/vaping.

The front yard provides a fenced in area for cornhole, games and running space for the kids.

The back yard is forest magical! You don't have to walk TO the forest. You're already there.
Adirondack chairs and a fire pit. Think S'mores.
Pub height gathering table with fire feature.
Two locally sourced redwood picnic tables for dining.
Patio sofa and chairs and complete BBQ set up.

Unobstructed views of the redwoods from the floor to ceiling windows in the main living space creates the perfect redwood retreat.

The super comfy down cushion sofa sectional and corner reading nook invite you to relax and curl up with a good book or watch your favorite show on the swivel wall mount TV.

Games, cards, puzzles and books are provided for your enjoyment inside.
Outside, try your hand at cornhole or Giant Jenga.
And, in the garage there's a ping pong table, lawn games, beach gear and full laundry facilities.

Bedroom one is the larger primary suite, upstairs, with a tall boy Queen Bed, two leather recliners for reading or watching TV. All weather chairs are outside on the viewing balcony.
There's also a Keurig Coffee maker in the primary suite so you can enjoy that morning coffee and sunrise without going downstairs.
The primary also has a spa style walk in shower with river rock tile and glass doors (similar to downstairs) and double vanity. There's also a walk in closet.

Bedrooms one and two are upstairs with an incredible river view. Both rooms have a slider out to the viewing balcony. A great place for morning coffee and river watching.

Bedroom two is great for the kiddos. Twin over full bunk bed and reading chair. There's also an extra twin sized Englander blow up bed with bed linens and extra pillows and blankets.

Bedroom three is a downstairs primary suite with a super comfortable Queen bed, quality linens and lots of plush pillows and throws. The large bath is spa-like and offers a walk in river rock tiled shower with glass doors, corner seat, giant rain shower head and hand wand. There's a double vanity with plenty of light.

In the closet, you'll find an extra queen size blow up air mattresses, sheets, blankets and pillows.


If you like to cook, enjoy the fully equipped kitchen and outdoor BBQ with plenty of seating inside and out. Dining Table seats 6 with additional chairs and a bench for extra seating.
There are 4 bar stools at the kitchen bar.
Outside on the patio, there's an awesome round pub style table with fire feature and 6 chairs.
We also have two (locally sourced) redwood picnic tables for outdoor dining.

After hiking, exploring and enjoying the Redwood National and State Park, a day of golfing just down the road, or a trip to the beach in Crescent City- end your day at the fire pit, kicking back on those red adirondack chairs. Enjoy a S'more or two!

For families with littles, we have a baby gate, high chair and Graco playpen.

So many nature adventures and home amenities- you'll want to come back for another visit and stay a bit longer at Redwoods On The River.

Property manager

Rene' Shanle-Hutzell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
*Do not leave kids alone in the backyard-on river
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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 Parties/No Events *Maximum of 3 vehicles on the property
No Pets on the property *Sorry, this property is not equipped for pets
No Smoking/No Vaping anywhere on property.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number Not required

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Crescent City

Located in Crescent City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crescent City, CA

What's nearby

  • Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hiouchi Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Redwood Heritage State Wilderness - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Beachfront Park - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Crescent City Harbor - 16 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elk Valley Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hiouchi Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gordi Bro's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Warriors Bar and Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger Hut - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New! Redwoods ON The River in Hiouchi, CA in the Heart of the Redwood Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is New! Redwoods ON The River in Hiouchi, CA in the Heart of the Redwood Forest located?

This family-friendly Crescent City holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Smith River and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Redwood National and State Parks is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.

Reviews

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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

Natasha D.

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

Wonderful!

You won't regret staying here! Incredible house, amenities & location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Perfect Home in the Woods

The hosts assisted with any questions, and were so sweet to get rain ponchos during our stay so we can enjoy the trails in the rainy weather. The house is beautiful and has everything you need and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Amazing location!

Our 4 night stay was great! The house had everything we needed for our stay, and then some. Games, ping pong in the garage, Keurig upstairs, and so much more. Plenty of room for our family of 5. Communication with the hosts was perfect. They were available, but not intrusive.But the best thing of all is the location. Redwood trees in the front yard! The Smith River amazing, and in the summer would be even better I'm sure. Close to so many trails and Crescent City. Yet out of the way enough to feel like you staying in the middle of the Redwoods!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rene' Shanle-Hutzell

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Although new to Vrbo hosting, we have been hosting friends and family for decades in the Pacific Northwest. When you live in paradise, you get a lot of visitors! Our home is also in the redwood forest ON the Wild and Scenic Smith River just down river from our vacation home. Guests who stay at our home say the same thing: this place is special!

We love to share tips on hiking, kayaking and just enjoying this serene and beautiful spot in the Redwood National and State Parks.

Our summer is spent on the river! Swimming. Kayaking. Floating. In fact, if YOU float or kayak downstream, you may see us with our two German Shepherds out on the water.
It's an everyday event for us. We love it here and hope you will as well.

Why they chose this property

Private Getaway in the redwoods!
Located in a quiet neighborhood of only 5 homes with a private access trail to a sandy beach which only a handful of neighbors use.

You are literally IN the redwoods ON the river.

Exactly 1 mile to Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park and the Hiouchi Visitor Center.
And the three greatest trails in the Redwood Park are just across the river!
Grove of Titans (new)
Boy Scout Trail
Stout Grove
And if the majestic towering redwoods and pristine Smith River aren't enough, take a 12 minute drive to Crescent City and head to the beach. Pebble Beach and South Beach are two of the favorites, with free parking and easy access.

Golfing?
Del Norte Golf Course in in Hiouchi, just 4 miles away.

Gaming?
Elk Valley Casino (with live Roosevelt Elk on the property) is in Crescent City, CA Lucky 7 Casino is nearby in Smith River, CA.

What makes this property unique

Can't say it enough.
Redwoods On The River is just that.
Rustic Luxury IN the redwoods and ON the bank of the Wild and Scenic Smith River.

What makes this property so special?
Besides the redwood trees in the front and back yard and incredible view of the Smith River...guests have access to a private trail that leads to a sandy beach on the river. Most of the banks are rocky, so this sandy beach is a treat.
And, best of all, only accessible to a handful of our neighbors and YOU!

We LOVE the river life and hope you will, as well.
We provide kayaks, paddles, life vests, picnic basket, beach towels and toys and even a floatie or two for chilling.

When people ask, "How far are you from the Redwood National and State Park?"
It's exciting to respond, "We're almost IN it!"

One mile from the entrance to the famous Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park.
One mile from the Hiouchi Ranger and Visitor Center.
Across the river from 3 of the best hiking trails!
Grove of Titans (new)
Stout Grove and
The Boy Scout Trail.

If you are new to our neck of the woods, reach out after booking.
Host Rene' or Thom will be happy to share tips for your visit.

Languages:

English

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