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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Trinidad, CA
  • Moonstone Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Trinidad Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Trinidad State Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Trinidad

Westhaven-Moonstone stay.Your stay at this Westhaven-Moonstone vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Luffenholtz Beach County Park and Moonstone Beach. Little River State Beach and Trinidad Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Luffenholtz Beach County Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Trinidad Bay - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • The Heights Casino - 2 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Trinidad State Beach - 10 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 25 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smug's Pizza-McKinleyville - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Speedy Taco - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Trinidad Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seascape Restaurant - ‬6 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.

Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.

Be swept away by an unparalleled panoramic ocean view the moment you enter this private house. The floor plan is open with a fully equipped modern kitchen which features a tiled center island. The comfortable living room offers full view windows perfect for whale watching.
Light the wood stove or turn up the thermostat for heating.
The bathroom features a natural slate walk in shower.
Awake to the ocean view from the queen bed.
The spacious grounds are landscaped with rock gardens and a large lawn area.
Watch the sunset and surfers from the multilevel decks.
This is the perfect place to unwind and relax.
Due to County and State requirements related to COVID-19 for certification we can not operate the hot tub at this time.

Property manager

Bill Snell

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Enter the "garage House" Step Into Sublime Ocean Front Living
Enter the "Garage House" step into sublime ocean front living.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.8 mi (7-min drive) away from the Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 15-minute walk from Luffenholtz Beach County Park and 1.3 mi (5-min drive) from Moonstone Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but The Heights Casino (5-min drive) and Blue Lake Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. to downtown Trinidad?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Trinidad.

Enter the "Garage House" and step into sublime ocean front living. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 151 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paola a., bishop, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Once again, a wonderful stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I loved our stay in the Garage House! It truly is the best VRBO we have ever stayed at. The view is absolutely incredible, the house is very well-stocked and comfortable, and the hot tub was wonderful to use at the end of the day. Trinidad is just a short drive away for meals out and grocery runs. We will definitely return to this VRBO rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular outside and inside!

The view is absolutely spectacular and inside is wonderful as well. Stay here if you ever get a chance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place with gorgeous ocean views!

The place was very nice, clean, and the yard and views of the ocean were great. The litlle town of Trinidad is so pretty and had a couple of great restaurants that we really enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful….

This is the 2nd time I have stayed here. It is such a beautiful and calming place to stay. I will always stay here from now on.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Everything about this property was perfect. The attention to detail was phenomenal. We wanted for nothing. If we thought we needed something it was there for our convenience. The views were the best I have ever seen. I would definitely stay there again. We were sad to leave. It was the perfect getaway. Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of paradise

We cannot say enough great things about our stay at the Garage House! Originally intended only as the home base for our trip to the Redwood National Forest, the Garage House quickly became a main highlight of our trip. The view of the ocean, waking up to the sounds of the waves, and sitting in the hot tub after a long day of hiking were moments that we deeply treasured. The cherry on top, was the location. The town of Trinidad and its local businesses like the Beachcomber, Kayak Trinidad, and the Trinidad Bay Gallery and Eatery were true gems. If we ever have the chance, we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary J., Tollhouse, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Garage House

It was a great place to stay. Rained off and on everyday and the surf was quite violent. Was great to watch from the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing View, Cute House

The view of the ocean is picturesque. The outdoor space is lovely and had a nice little hot tub. The place was clean and convenient to Trinidad and not too far from Redwood.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View

So serene. Just a couple of nit picks: We wish there was an outside table, kleenex in the bathroom, and window treatments in the bedroom that blocked the morning sun a little better. And not a criticism, just an FYI: the hot tub is constantly on....heating or filtering, we don't know what.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a treat

Always at treat
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trinidad

Great property with great views!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views!

We loved staying at this beautiful home. You can’t beat the views! It was a perfect location for us to come back to after a day of exploring tide pools or hiking in the redwoods to soak in the hot tub and listen to the waves below us. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky R., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Comfortable Relaxing .. Perfect for 2!

We love everything about this property! It's clean with gorgeous views and a comfy bed. We appreciate the walk-in shower and couldn't have been more comfortable than we were. The kitchen was well stocked as we, mostly, cooked in! This host is diligent and truly cares about his guests... we hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years at Garage House

Clean, comfortable, and well appointed with a spectacular view from the house, decks, and hot tub. Bill is a helpful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

walter m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace at the coast

Overall really nice. But something needs to be done with the garbage cans. On arrival the garbage cans were visited by raccoons and they spread garbage all over the back yard and front yard. Of course we cleaned it up. Tightly closed the lids and again the same trash spread all over. I closed lids with bungee cords that worked one day. Then the last night it was bad. A dog got back there and helped spread the refuse. One more cleanup before we left. New strategy needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best sunsets!

This was our fourth year staying at Bill's Garage House, and we once again had a lovely time! It's comfortable, convenient to many, many hikes, and the views overlooking the ocean are just jaw-dropping! The hot tub is also a highlight for us. Bill has an apple tree that had an abundance of apples this year, and encouraged us to take some, so we made an apple pie for Thanksgiving! Thanks Bill!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael D., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay, amazing views!

My boyfriend and I stayed 5 days at the garage house. The views are incredible and we very much enjoyed the hit tub and listening to the waves at night. The kitchen was well stocked but there were very minimal spices (Salt and pepper). You may want to bring your own or buy from the local market. Also there was no shampoo or conditioner provided, so don't forget to bring your own. We accidently left my boyfriend's watch at the house and the owner was very helpful with mailing it back to us. We would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

As great as we remembered!

We stayed at Garage house 2 or 3 times pre-pandemic and hadn't been back until last week. It is such a wonderful retreat. Getting in is easy, the views as mentioned by many are remarkable and soaks in the tub watching either the surfers or the sunset are memorable. Appreciated the coffee beans and bottle of wine as a plus. Plenty of towels, bedding, etc. Kitchen minimal, but sufficient enough for all meals there for 3 days. While the Murphy Market is pretty good, if you really want to stock up with wonderfully fresh and unusual produce, meats, cheeses, etc. take the 20 minute drive to Arcata and go to North Coast Co-op. We're looking forward to another return and enjoying the relaxation of Garage house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem!

The garage house is absolutely beautiful. Nothing beats the breathtaking views. I did not want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trinidad getaway

Our stay in the Garage House was amazing. Walking into the house and seeing the views of the ocean was spectacular. The house is comfortable with everything we needed. It was convenient to the town of Trinidad, the redwoods and beaches and restaurants. We hope to stay there again in the future. We highly recommend the Garage House in Trinidad
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The View

Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible view

We very much enjoyed staying at this property. The accommodations were comfortable and clean. The rooms were very pretty and well maintained. The best part of this rental is the view. Main room and bedroom both face the ocean and the view from each is stunning. There is a deck with the same view and we loved sitting out there watching the sunset. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carsten T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway near Redwood parks

Perfect for our trip. Short drive from the airport. Convenient shopping in Arcata and Trinidad. Very quiet, only the sound of waves at night. Friendly host. Very clean + amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place!

Best place we've ever stayed along the coast. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024