Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Ferndale, CA

Ferndale Historic Cemetery4 min walk
Ferndale Museum7 min walk
Humboldt County Fairgrounds17 min walk

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Francis Creek Retreat, built in 1881, is one of the earliest homes in the Historic Victorian Village of Ferndale. Besides being comfortable, clean, and well appointed, our sunny, two bedroom home is steps from Main Street. It is a minute's walk to the town's fantastic restaurants, bars, shops, the park, and even bocce courts! Beautiful and wild Centerville Beach is a scenic five mile drive away. We love this house and are confident you will enjoy your stay in Ferndale.

The space

Francis Creek House is a comfortable and cute two bedroom, one bathroom (shower only) home with a large kitchen, living room, and dining room. The bistro table and propane barbecue on the large back deck are great for enjoying a sunny day and the quiet ambiance of Francis Creek, which runs behind the house. This home is one of the oldest in our town, and we love how you can see the original hand-hewn cedar beams in the kitchen.

The house has wifi throughout and cable television in the living room. The beds and carpet are brand new and the interior of the home is all freshly painted. We have on-demand hot water and forced-air heating. There's a laundry room with a washer and dryer for your use. Enjoy coffee from the Keurig in the morning. The kitchen has pots and pans and a grocery store one block away for breakfast at home, or head out to the local cafes down the street for a hearty Ferndale breakfast.

Francis Creek Retreat is just a few doors down from the largest living lighted Christmas tree, and a cozy place to watch the Ferndale Lighted Tractor Parade, which passes by the front door of the house each December!

Guest access

The entire home, yard, deck and barbecue are for guests' use.

Interaction with guests

We are only a few minutes drive and a phone call away. Contact us with any questions at any time. We respect our guests' privacy but are happy to help when you need something.
Other things to note
Security cameras are located outside the house. They most likely will be on during your visit.
This is a NO SMOKING or VAPING property, both inside and outside. Thanks for respecting our request.

Property manager

Kathleen Leonardi

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Caution-unfenced creek on property

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking or vaping inside or outside.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the neighborhood

Ferndale

This vacation home is located in Ferndale. Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Firemens Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Golden Gate Mercantile and The Blacksmith Shop. Traveling with kids? Consider Humboldt County Fairgrounds and Loleta Cheese Factory. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.

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What's nearby

Golden Gate Mercantile - 3 min walk
Ferndale Historic Cemetery - 4 min walk
Ferndale Museum - 7 min walk
Humboldt County Fairgrounds - 17 min walk
Eel River - 9 min drive

Getting around

Eureka Station - 26 min drive
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

Redwood Cafe - 13 min drive
Bear River Casino Resort - 11 min drive
Eel River Brewing - 13 min drive
No Brand Burger Stand - 2 min drive
Double D Steak - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunny, Main Street, creekside home in the heart of the Victorian Village located?

This family-friendly Ferndale vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Firemens Park, Golden Gate Mercantile, and The Blacksmith Shop. Ferndale Museum and Ferndale Historic Cemetery are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Mar 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ferndale Francis creek

This charming farmhouse in Ferndale California was perfect for our visit with family living nearby. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Only a couple miles away from the ocean. We were able to barbecue on the back deck and the kitchen is well appointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Mar 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice place in a cute town

Clean and well-stocked, responsive owner. As advertised.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Oct 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ferndale at Halloween

A wonderful farmhouse reminded me of my childhood home. Thank you for all the amenities. The town was especially decked out for Halloween. Fall is the best time to visit north coast

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

becky p.

Oct 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little house

Very welcoming. Lots of coffee. Extremely clean

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Aug 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time in a Fun town

We enjoyed our visit to the town of Ferndale. The house felt like home and was in walking distance to everything. I would recommend this house for anyone looking to stay in a fun Victorian town.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Leonardi

Kathleen is a retired elementary school teacher and Dennis is a third generation dairy farmer. We live on our organic dairy farm in Ferndale, in Northern California. We love our dogs, being involved in our community, and bringing new life to historic homes in our area. We have put a lot of love into making Ferndale's Francis Creek Retreat a beautiful and special place to stay. We hope you love visiting Ferndale and enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

You will enjoy that it is only doors away from the historic downtown area which has several restaurants, lots of adorable shops, a grocery store, pharmacy, and bars.