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Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly

Family-friendly stay with water park in Arcata

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Beach nearby
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, computer monitors

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Arcata, CA
  • Carson Mansion
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sequoia Park Zoo
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sequoia Park Garden
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arcata

On waterfront.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Humboldt Bay Maritime Museum and 6 miles (10 km) of Carson Mansion with a stay here. Blue Ox Millworks and Clarke Historical Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carson Mansion - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Sequoia Park Zoo - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Sequoia Park Garden - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Six Rivers National Forest Headquarters - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 7 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shanty - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tandoori Bites Indian Cuisine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vista Del Mar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly

Welcome to our beach house! Comfort, quiet, and privacy await you at a charming and pet-friendly 2bdrm.
Featuring direct access to the top-rated Manila Dunes and easy walking distance to a secluded and breathtaking beach (with spectacular sunsets), this rare find has it all. 7 minutes from great dining options and storefronts in Downtown Eureka and driving distance to the best hiking on Earth. Includes a king size Tempurpedic mattress for restful sleep and full workstation equipped w/ monitor.

The space

For working professionals, entrepreneurs, students, or professors, our house features a desk and work station complete with 32" monitor, surge protector, and charging ports. A tall fence and long driveway create additional privacy and safe parking options within a friendly community. A short drive to majestic Redwood trails, a brief walk to your own slice o’ heaven beach, local shopping and dining options, easy access to HSU, plus luxurious home comforts, we’re proud to welcome you and hope you'll love this place as much as we do!

The Master Bedroom has an extremely comfortable California King Tempurpedic bed that is in itself worth the stay!

The work station includes a desk with USB outlets, 32” monitor and HDMI cable, comfortable high-back rolling chair, 430mps Wifi signal, and charging station.

The Living Room has a mounted 60” Smart TV and full entertainment center with streaming options that also includes board games. A second charging station and multiple outlets are available for your devices. Couch folds into another queen sleeper.

Our full kitchen has all the amenities, including microwave, toaster, and coffee maker as well as a selection of excellent local coffees that support our small businesses.

A second bedroom includes a comfy Queen bed with end table and dresser.

The bathroom has a bath/shower combination with a removable shower head and all the essentials.

A washer and dryer are available to wash your clothes and get rid of any sand or mud you accumulate on your local adventures. The dryer has a "Steamer" setting to get your clothes crisp and sharp!

Within minutes of charming Downtown Eureka and Arcata for great restaurants, store fronts, and night life, we support and promote local small businesses and feature local coffee from some of the best shops in town. Like wine? Let us know and we’ll make sure you get a complimentary bottle from a fabulous Humboldt winery.

Guest access

Private, long driveway that allows parking for up to 3 cars.

Other things to note

We both value and love our local outdoor treasures, so a portion of the proceeds of your stay will be donated to Save The Redwoods League and the Friends of the Dunes Coastal Conservation group to help preserve our outdoors for generations to come.

Property manager

Jason Mills

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave used towels on the floor in the laundry room, make sure dishes are done and in the drying rack, and please empty all garbage (blue is recycle, gray is trash).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 14 mi (17-min drive) away from the Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.8 mi (16-min drive) from Samoa Dunes Recreation Area and 12.5 mi (24-min drive) from Mad River Beach County Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Lake Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly to downtown Arcata?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Manila.

Bowie & Jay's Beach House - Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall L.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location. great host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Love the location, halfway between Eureka and Arcata. Cute home with a nice area for my dog to play in outside. The beds are really comfortable. I would definitely book a stay again if I am in the area.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

A little bit of a walk to the beach. You pass through some trees and brush. There are mosquito's as big as small aircraft, on the way. Please do as recommended and use mosquito spray. Nice beach with shells and sand dollars.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and extremely pet friendly!

We stayed 5 nights. We loved how peaceful the neighborhood was and that the location was between both Eureka and Arcata. Your choice on flavor of town. Didn't realize there was a temperpedic which was an extra bonus for us. Beach was a short walk through an amazing sand dune area. Beach was off-leash and secluded. Communication was clear and precise. They warn you of ticks in tall grasses if you have an adventurous dog as we do. Loved the fire pit and fenced yard. Great place to stay for us and our puppy crew!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S. H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break

We stayed at the house for about 4 nights. It was clean and exactly as described. We appreciated the fenced in yard for our dogs. The complimentary bottle of wine was a special treat. Jay was responsive and helpful. The house was very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

arlette u.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing retreat

Had a wonderful time. Everything here was great. Would definately recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place. Would definitely stay again

We were extremely happy with the whole experience. Owner was great. The place was in a great location for us to visit the redwoods and the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Coastal getaway.

We had a great time. It was great to be able to walk to the beach and still be so close to things in town as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

This place is a gem

We couldn't have been more delighted with our stay at Bowie & Jay's Beach House. The place is spacious, comfortable, well-maintained, and well situated. Jay provided a very complete notebook of instructions and ideas for making the most of the stay. We were visiting family nearby, and it was easy to gather with them here. Everyone had a great time. We live in Pennsylvania, but we can't wait to return, when possible. Thank you, Jay, for your excellent hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Manila stay :)

Can do a day trip from location and see, do anything on the coast. Brought my crockpot, dinner ready when we go back. Enjoyed quiet evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

This was a wonderful warm inviting place to stay. 2 great bedrooms with very comfortable mattresses. A+ for importance to me!!! Great kitchen, we used every day. Only thing was having to play with the shower. It was hard to get the right water temperature; either too hot or luke warm. Jared to find happy zone.. Thanks for the local wine…so nice. Easy to get ahold of for questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R., Boulder

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay if you are hitting up the Redwoods

Cozy little place with most everything you will need. We came for a little beach time and hiking the redwoods. Beach was a little further away than we thought when we booked it(almost a half mile) but it is a nice walk through some sand dunes and we had that section of the beach to ourselves for the most part so the walk is worth it. It is about central in the redwoods for anything you want to do. We hit up alor of hiking on the north end and avenue of the giants to the south. Caught a nice little fishing charter out of Trinidad as well. sand dines
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful vacation home

Location was amazing. Close to the beach and historic downtown. The home was very peaceful and host did an amazing job making you feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Clean and pleasant. Very comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

The place is in a good location, it is in a quite area allowing me to relax. It is a good location to get to all the attractions in the local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunes and Redwoods!

We so enjoyed our stay at this wonderful beach house. The location is incredible! Just a very short walk to the dunes and expansive beach which we often had all to ourselves. The location also gave us easy access to great restaurants and the redwoods (try Renata's Creperie) ! The house was spotless, the king bed sooooo comfortable, and the fenced yard perfect for our pup. We also really appreciated the ease of check in and check out without a huge list of things you have to do. We also loved the frogs that lulled us to sleep, the complimentary wine that Jason left for us, and the firepit which we didn't have time to use, but could imagine what a wonderful way to end the day. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Effie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Beach House! It's a cute little bungalow by the beach in a quiet neighborhood, close to Arcata and CalPoly Humboldt where we attended our son's graduation during our stay. We especially enjoyed walking the dunes and beach right by the house. It was definitely one of our best get-aways!

8/10 Good

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

We had a nice time, thank you for hosting our little get away to the Redwoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blissful Retreat!

Loved our time here. Very comfortable, clean, And well appointed home. Loved being able to walk to the beach and see the sunset. Would definitely recommend this great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elatia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our first west coast adventure!

Jay and Bowie's Beach house was a highlight of our trip! It was perfectly located to any amenities we needed, as well as the Redwood National Park. The beach house was a cozy home away from home! Having soaps and whatnot along with the ability to do laundry, and coming back to a jug full of ice cold filtered water was just what we needed on our week-long west coast adventure! My husband, our teenaged son, and myself highly recommend this lovely house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean house close to beach and trails.

Jay was great with his recommendation for our vacation and overall communication. Updated house with the space we needed and a nice location to walk to the beach and a base camp to redwood hiking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022