Stylish and Bright-Downtown

Welcome to our studio cottage with private backyard in the heart of downtown Arcata! Perfect for a couple or solo traveler and pet friendly. This charming stand-alone home features a comfy king-sized bed and full kitchen. Steps away from shops, restaurants, and attractions. The cottage is two blocks from the Arcata Plaza and Creamery District, near the North Coast Co-op, and walking distance to the Arcata Marsh, Crabs Baseball, the Arcata Community Pool and Community Forest, Cal Poly Humboldt, and great cafés. This is the perfect home base for exploring redwood forests, beaches, and local culture. Book your stay today! The space Welcome to our newly upgraded 410 s.f. cottage in downtown Arcata! This fully renovated studio is perfect for those who appreciate the central location of downtown Arcata but also want the home-away-from-home amenities. Our little cottage boasts a well-stocked full kitchen including local organic coffee. Cross the street and peruse the local fare at the North Coast Co-Op, bring some goodies back from the famous Saturday Farmer's Market on the Plaza, take a walk to the world-renowned Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, enjoy festivities at the Creamery District and the Arcata Plaza, and take in a Humboldt Crabs Baseball game when in season. The king-sized organic mattress and premium linens will ensure you sleep well. An on-demand water heater, quiet gas wall heater, and insulated walls and windows ensure your comfort and coziness. The cottage is also equipped with a wide-screen, smart TV. Enjoy your meals at the custom bar area overlooking the private yard or step outside to a spacious outdoor area where you can relax, dine, or simply enjoy the fresh air. The backyard provides a peaceful oasis in the heart of downtown Arcata. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine and pick ripe figs from the mature fig tree in the fall. The cottage is completely renovated with a full kitchen, private bathroom, and private yard and offers a comfortable and luxurious stay in the heart of downtown Arcata. Book your stay today and experience the best this charming college town has to offer! ​ Guest access: During your stay you will enjoy the entire unit as well as the fully fenced backyard and patio area. Parking is on-street in a safe neighborhood. Access is via a coded door-lock at the back door. Arcata is very walkable and almost every restaurant, bar, and shop is located within a few-block radius from your cottage. This studio is in the heart of this vibrant downtown community. ​​Other things to note This is a pet friendly unit with a $35 pet fee per stay (only one dog per reservation unless otherwise agreed in advance). Our downtown location means local events are often happening close by. Eateries and local pubs make it perfect for someone wanting to enjoy the vibrant downtown life of Arcata. The pub down the street boasts world-class beers and new releases with a great vinyl record and a comic book collection to browse. Neighborhood Highlights: We are situated behind the local co-op for all your grocery needs. Nearly every restaurant in town is within a few blocks walking distance including three pubs, a burger joint, sushi, high-end restaurants including Campground and Salt, and local favorites such as The Local Cider Bar, Renata’s Creperie, and many other wonderful cafes and bars. The Arcata Plaza hosts a variety of events including Saturday Farmer’s Market, the annual Oyster Festival, a July 4th Festival, and the North Country Fair, and Humboldt Crabs Baseball is only four blocks away. Everything you might need after a long day on the road and you can walk to ALL of it. Near and Far Attractions include: 1-minute walk to the North Coast Co-Op grocery store 4 minutes to Cal Poly Humboldt 2-minute walk to the Arcata Plaza 3-minute walk to Humboldt Crabs Baseball 4 minutes to the Arcata Community Forest 3 minutes to the Arcata Community Pool 5 minutes to the Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary, famous for bird watching 10 minutes to Historic Old Town Eureka 15 minutes to the Sequoia Park Zoo and Skywalk 15 minutes to Trinidad 20 minutes to Sue-Meg State Park (formerly Patrick’s Point) 45 minutes to Prairie Creek Redwood State Park and Fern CanyonAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 18.About events:No events allowed.