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A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, dog / pet friendly!

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51050 sq ft

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  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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McKinleyville, CA
  • Beau Pre Golf Club
    18 min walk
  • Clam Beach
    5 min drive
  • McKinleyville Totem Pole
    5 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    15 min walk

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About the neighborhood

McKinleyville

Located in McKinleyville, this apartment is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Beau Pre Golf Club and Clam Beach County Park. .This apartment is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from McKinleyville Totem Pole and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Hiller Dog Park.

What's nearby

  • Beau Pre Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Clam Beach County Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • McKinleyville Totem Pole - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 21 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Toni's #1 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Six Rivers Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smug's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, dog / pet friendly!

Climb to the Skydeck atop this one-of-a-kind local landmark! Welcome to the Skydeck House, a storybook home “built for fun” by an arts and crafts artisan from local, repurposed natural materials with traditional methods and modern conveniences. You'll get to use the second floor Crazy Wave suite AND the Tower Room, each with separate entrances, bed, and bathroom. Dog / pet friendly!


None needed, though you may see other guests or friends/family of the owner around - we'll always give you your privacy but also, say hi!

This quiet residential neighborhood is located near the Arcata airport but experiences surprisingly little air traffic noise. It is a cozy neighborhood of modern homes with families.

From Skydeck House, you are minutes from:
Highway 101
The Hammond Trail
Arcata Airport
CalPoly Humboldt
Restaurants and Conveniences in Arcata, McKinleyville, and Trinidad
Arcata Community Forest and Trinidad Head

With time to explore you have easy access to the redwood coast from the Historic Benbow Inn all the way up to the Redwood National Park!


For this listing, guests will have the whole second floor and the whole third floor to themselves. The 2nd Floor Crazy Wave Suite and the 3rd Floor Tower Suite each have their own outside entrances and bathroom.

All guests staying at the property may access the yard, the stairs, and of course the SkyDeck!

There is plenty of on-street parking along this corner lot (the driveway is reserved for guests on the 2nd and 3rd Floors, while 1st Floor guests park on the street in front of the front door)

Skydeck House is a perfect place for visitors to CalPoly Humboldt, hikers, surfers, daytrippers, beach bums, LGBTQ travelers, digital nomads, and dog owners to settle in or strike out and explore! Find that unique adventure at the local natural wonders and check out the local history of the area, and even of the house itself!

The Crazy Wave Suite is named for the fun wavey brick hearth that dominates the wall in the main living area, a design element that reflects the playful whimsy of the house! It once hosted a woodburning stove, but the stove was removed by former occupants. The space now has a very cool burl table serving as a focal point for the room.

Here's some stuff we love to do around here:

Clam Beach! (3.2 miles, 6 minutes)
Mad River Beach! (9.3 miles, 17 minutes)
Beau Pre Golf Club (1.2 miles, 3 minutes)
Arcata Community Forest (9.7 miles, 13 minutes)
Trinidad Head (9 miles, 12 minutes)
Sequoia Park & Zoo (16.8 miles, 23 minutes)
Cal Poly Humboldt (7.3 miles, 10 minutes)
Arcata Plaza & Saturday Farmer's Market (7.8 miles, 13 minutes)

Stuff we like to do:
Kayaking!
Horseback riding!
Shopping for cool redwood burls and slabs!
Avenue of the Giants - every single time and it never gets old!
Lady Bird Johnson Grove!
Coffee at Shotz in Rio Dell! (Everything there is good. Everything.)
Swipe Right Cider from the Humboldt Cider Company in Eureka!
Moonstone Crossing wine tasting in Trinidad!
Spying on Elks at the Lagoons!
Axe throwing!
...and of course, morning coffee on the SkyDeck!

Wait, What Am I Looking At?

Yeah, it’s kind of hard to get your mind around it. Visitors intuitively stare a bit, then inevitably walk 360 degrees around the perimeter to take it in. You'll probably spy someone passing by to stop and stare up!

The logic of the place invites curiosity. The layout is intimate and could seem small if not for the mindful intention of the diminished proportions. This is balanced by plentiful and tall windows that make the outside (and the changing light throughout the day) feel like part of the rooms. The natural materials invite every surface to be touched and enjoyed. The rooflines can challenge the eye, and their natural movement inspires contemplation and makes the small footprint feel spacious. The playful chimneys give the home a sense of not taking itself too seriously (it doesn't). The vertical orientation, strange outdoor staircase, and prominent rooftop deck balance the comfort of the interiors by stretching residents a bit out of their comfort zones, displacing both eye body with new visual and spatial experiences. The house looks delightfully unique from itself from every angle and almost like it shouldn't be allowed.

Ok, that’s poetic and all, but tell me about this place!
There are three separate units in the house, each with its own external entrance: the first floor apartment, the second floor apartment, and the studio bedroom in the tower. We rent out all three units and as owners, frequently visit whichever one is open to stay in ourselves. Don't worry, we'll give you your privacy!

Bet sure to climb to the Skydeck in the morning and take a photo of your shadow standing on top of the house as projected below!

Easily accessible from highway 101.

Neighborhood access is primarily by car and there is little foot traffic.

There are Zipcars available in the area (not walkable from the house), as well as Lyft and Uber services.

There is a fast electrical vehicle (EV) charger in downtown Arcata near the central plaza.

If you needed to walk to the airport, you could!

Park in the driveway or on Silverado Street (Parking in front of the house is reserved for guests staying on the first floor). There is ample street parking for vehicles that don't fit in the driveway.

Please be quiet in the driveway as it is located near the first floor bedroom.

Extended stays are possible - please message regarding your per diem and desired dates!

No TV, but There is excellent internet for steaming with your devices, and a monitor on the second floor for digital nomads!

Please supervise children and pets at all times around the staircases and SkyDeck.

Lower floors may hear guest footsteps and voices from upper floors.
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ryan & Liz Hammond

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot!
I loved this house! This was a quick 4 day getaway with my friend and I. We had so much fun. The house was very comfortable and had great energy! I highly recommend - Liz and Ryan were so easy to work with and this was just the little break we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
SkyDeck House
The house was perfectly located for all our adventures and the neighborhood was so peaceful. The view from the deck was a bonus! The house had everything we needed for our stay and it was spacious enough for a family of 4. We had no issues checking in, Liz sent a thorough email prior to our stay so we just settled in right away. The history of the house adds to its charm. I’d stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home in a convenient location!
My friend and I chose SkyDeck because we loved how beautiful and quirky it looked in the photos and also for its close proximity between Eureka and Redwood National Park. The space was very clean and comfortable, showers had strong water pressure, and the Internet worked great as well. The hosts were very communicative and helpful during the booking process and ensured a seamless check in. We especially loved the thoughtful guide book full of interesting facts about the house, food recommendations, and things to do in the area. Liz and Ryan clearly put a lot of love into their home and are great hosts. We definitely recommend this space and would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay!
We enjoyed our stay greatly. It was exceptionally clean and the hosts were very quick to respond to my questions. This was my first Vrbo experience and I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024