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Potter's Bungalow - Near Downtown Plaza, 3 bed

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Smart TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Arcata, CA
  • Place, Arcata Plaza
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Humboldt State University Natural History Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cal Poly Humboldt State University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Arcata

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Arcata, within a 5-minute drive of Los Bagels and Arcata Playhouse. .This vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Arcata Theatre Lounge and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Humboldt State University Natural History Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Arcata Playhouse - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Los Bagels - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arcata Plaza - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Humboldt State University Natural History Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 17 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dead Reckoning - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Arcata Pizza & Deli - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Stars Hamburgers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Local Cider Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jitter Bean Coffee Co - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Potter's Bungalow - Near Downtown Plaza, 3 bed

A 20% courtesy discount has been applied to the rent until May 1st, 2026 due to the new multi unit construction project underway at the property next door. Work hours 8 am - 6 pm, Monday - Saturday.

This 1936 Craftsmen inspired, vintage bungalow has been completely restored by an artist so that you can unwind in style. It has just the right combination of color and comfort. The exterior has been painted a warm, sunny yellow creating a very warm welcome. The splash of red in the kitchen adds to its rustic charm. Guests will enjoy how cozy this home feels. Less than 1000 square feet of creatively utilized space offering everything you need for a fabulous getaway. The family/dining room is open to the kitchen with breakfast bar. Enjoy hanging out watching a movie on the Smart T.V. with Cable, Play a game or dine at the cafe- style table. Three well-appointed bedrooms offer sleeping for up to 6 guests with a King, Queen and 2 twin beds. The tile work in the bathroom and one-of-a-kind light fixtures are small works of art. The bathroom has a stall shower.

Take a 12 minute stroll or use the bikes and visit the Plaza in downtown Arcata or enjoy our famous Farmer's Market for fresh, local organic offerings, food and music. This home is a five minute drive from Cal Poly Humboldt! Enjoy cooking in the fully equipped kitchen or stop and eat at any of the great restaurants on The Plaza. Sit outside on the front porch and enjoy cocktails or start your day there with a warm cup of coffee. The Greenview Market located across the adjacent pasture is super convenient for last minute items. Indoor laundry makes your stay even easier. Will welcome 1 dog to stay too!

Important Notes:

** Guest reserving home must be 25 years or older, be staying at the property the entire time and will be considered the responsible party for this booking.

** Upon completion of booking reservation guests will be required to sign a rental agreement agreeing to Trinidad Retreats rules and regulations.

** This home IS pet friendly for 1 dog only with a pet fee. Dog must not be left unattended inside or outside of the home.
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Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching 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 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Please hand wash all dishes thoroughly and put away.

Please remove all trash and recycling from the home and place it in outside bins.

Close and lock all windows / Turn off the heaters, furnace, fans, gas fireplace.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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Easy Walk or Bike Ride to Plaza Farmer's Market. Bikes Included!

Easy Walk or Bike Ride to Plaza Farmer's Market. Bikes Included!

Easy Walk or Bike Ride Plaza Farmer's Market. Bikes Included

Easy Walk or Bike Ride to Plaza Farmer's Market. Bikes Included!

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Potter's Bungalow - Near Downtown Plaza, 3 bed Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family has stayed at this property multiple times and we really appreciate the location and the value for the money. It's a beautiful little place that is well kept and has all of the basics. I plan to keep coming back as often as we're in Arcata.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

sara p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable for our family of 5 to explore the Redwoods.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cat S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy just the perfect size for my family and dogs. Clean and had all the amenities we needed. Just wish the backyard was enclosed to let the dogs roam without a leash. Driveway is a bit difficult to back out of due to fence causing blind spot. Best to park on the street. We will most likely stay again in the future for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, neat place with comfy beds and plenty of linens.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Nat20 D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not too bad. The twin beds were not the most comfortable, but all in all still a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Najieh

Clean. Full kitchen . Nice beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Krista H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage with nice comfy spaces. Would have been excellent if the yard was fully enclosed, but the pup biscuits and towels to wipe feet were great. Also the shower was nice hot water and good pressure. Well appointed kitchen, we made a nice spaghetti dinner. Good location to check out the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, well located, beautiful inside, my college kid and I had a good time
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan L.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Erik T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, comfortable house and property! We were worried there might be constuction noise from next door but we didnt hear anything the entire stay. Nice quiet neighrborhood and market just down the street was super convenient. It was a little tight with 4 adults and one bathroom but we managed. Large beds were comfortable but the two twins were a bit "springy" All.in all a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for our fall vacation. Clean and well equipped house in a great location near downtown. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is a cute, little place that was just about right for my family. We stayed here before 2 years ago and it was just as good the second time. The house itself is pet friendly, but as you can see in the photos the yard isn't fully fenced. Not a problem for us, but if you have a runner be aware. The house is walkable to the plaza and many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
everything was wonderful! Will definitely recommend to others and we’ll stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was exactly as pictured interior. Street parking easiest access due to uneven pavement on cemented parking area beside house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

toni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place and great for a two night stay. Nice walk into town and easy to park. House was fine, nothing special and no extras. Had what we needed and big enough for the two of us, would be perfect for a family too. Easy instructions and no problem getting in. Was a bit humid overnight in there, so not sure what it would be like in summer, as we went in September. Super communicative and friendly host which was great, although tone of the written 'rules' was not really welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place to stay for my friends and I. Affordable and cozy. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brent R., St Helena, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
It was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Potter's Bungalow was delightful! It had everything our party of 5 needed. It is attractive, clean, comfortable, quiet, and located in a really cute area. We walked to the Farmer's Market. If I return to the area, this is where I want to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Very comfortable to support our bird watching in Humboldt County
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Bungalow

Cute, clean and cozy! Wonderful amenities - everything you need is here! Outstanding communication from property management and loved the shower! Great location for a starting point to Trinidad, Klamath, Fern Canyon, and all the incredible Redwood hikes. Incredibly close to town center of Arcata and some awesome restaurants. Also, Northern California has some of the nicest locals we have encountered in our frequent travels. Book this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

My review

Bath tub very slipperyDriveway approach needs to be fixed do lowere profile cars don’t scrape
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location, Small But Homey

Walkable to the Arcata Plaza. The house is small, but we were able to comfortably eat and play board games. The twin beds really need new matresses. Other beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BXXX C.

Liked: Cleanliness

grad stay

clean, accessible town
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025