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Fern River Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront cabin near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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Fern River Resort

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 9) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 3) | Balcony
Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Cottage 2) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Presidential Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Overview of Fern River Resort

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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Map
5250 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018
  • Popular LocationRoaring Camp Railroads4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMystery Spot16 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)45 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 4)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • 8998 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Futon

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 3)

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Cottage 2)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Cottage 1)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Studio Suite, Kitchenette, Garden View (Cottage 15)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Cottage 12)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 11A)

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 10)

  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 9)

  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 8)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 7)

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 6)

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 5)

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Felton

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Felton cabin, you'll find Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Roaring Camp Railroads. University of California, Santa Cruz is within 2 miles (3 km) and Santa Cruz Wharf is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 17 min walk
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 4 min drive
  • Ocean Street - 12 min drive
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 7 min drive
  • College 9/10 Dining Hall - 14 min drive
  • Trout Farm Inn - 6 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Fern River Resort

3-star beachfront cabin near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
A private beach is featured. As a guest of Fern River Resort, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. The family-friendly Fern River Resort also features an arcade/game room, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Felton cabin.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Fern River Resort offers 14 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Climate control

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Local meal delivery service
  • No housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Canoeing on site
  • Fishing on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 14 units
  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Internet access
  • Lending library access
  • Parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number No Registration ID

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fern River Resort to the airport?

Fern River Resort is 22.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fern River Resort?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fern River Resort on Apr 29, 2024 start from $123.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Fern River Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fern River Resort.

How close is Fern River Resort to the beach?

This cabin is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fern River Resort offer free breakfast?

Fern River Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fern River Resort?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Fern River Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Fern River Resort?

This cabin offers free self parking.

Does Fern River Resort have a pool?

Fern River Resort does not have a pool.

Does Fern River Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Fern River Resort to downtown Felton?

Fern River Resort is 0.9 mi away from Felton.

Fern River Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 355 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 355 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 355 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 355 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 355 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! Right on the San Lorenzo River in the midst of some big redwoods. We stayed in 11A, which is just lovely. Two teenagers in our group slept in the upper loft, which is accessible by spiral staircase, and has a skylight to gaze up at the redwoods or stars. My partner and I both felt like the mattress in the bedroom was better quality than the one we have at home! We slept great! We had one issue during our stay on a cold and rainy weekend. The gas fireplace went out, which heats the unit. We let the manager know, and they called a repair person right away. We were gone most of the day, and were hoping it would be fixed when we got back. Unfortunately, the repairman had to go home to get some extra tools, so it took him until into the evening to get it fixed. In the end, we had heat again before nightfall, which we were super appreciative of. Know that this is a no frills sort of place. Your room will be super clean when you check in, but there is no maid service during your stay. You can ask the front desk for extra towels or other things that you need. The kitchen has all the cookware and utensils that you need, but don't expect to find things like spices, foil, plastic bags, etc. The rule book in the cabin is a bit intimidating, but in the end, we found everyone who worked there to be super chill. We look forward to staying her again, maybe in the summer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Alameda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our fourth visit, and it was hands-down the best. Fern River Resort is a national treasure.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Carolina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was very warm and easy to navigate. Impressed by the high quality pots and pans left in the kitchen cabinets and came in handy. The resort overall was beautiful and would definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best vibe ever, and so quirky and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area and grounds was just beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023