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Fern River Resort

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)
Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 3) | Balcony
Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Cottage 2)
Classic Studio Suite, Kitchenette, Garden View (Cottage 15)
Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Cottage 1)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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5250 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018
  • Place, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ox Trailhead
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Roaring Camp Railroads
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Cottage 1)

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Cottage 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Cottage 2)

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Cottage 2)

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 3)

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 3)

  • River view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 4)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 4)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 4)

  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 5)

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 5)

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 5)

  • River view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 6)

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 6)

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 6)

  • River view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 7)

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 7)

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 7)

  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 8)

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 8)

Classic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 8)

  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 9)

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 9)

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, River View (Cottage 9)

  • River view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 10)

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 10)

  • River view
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 11A)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 11A)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View (Cottage 11A)

  • River view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Cottage 12)

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Cottage 12)

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Cottage 12)

  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Studio Suite, Kitchenette, Garden View (Cottage 15)

Classic Studio Suite, Kitchenette, Garden View (Cottage 15)

Classic Studio Suite, Kitchenette, Garden View (Cottage 15)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Presidential Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Presidential Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • Resort view
  • 836 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

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About the area

Felton

Located in Felton, Fern River Resort is on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Roaring Camp Railroads and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. .This beach cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Santa Cruz Wharf.
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What's nearby

  • Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ox Trailhead - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Felton Covered Bridge Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Roaring Camp Railroads - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 13 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Series - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trout Farm Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Otoro Sushi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort offers 14 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the cabin include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a private beach or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this cabin include an arcade/game room, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Games
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Climate control

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Meal delivery service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

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)

General

  • 14 units
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number No Registration ID

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Fern River Resort Felton
Fern River Resort
Fern River Felton
Fern River
Fern River Hotel Felton
Fern River Motel
Fern River Resort Cabin
Fern River Resort Felton
Fern River Resort Cabin Felton

Fern River Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 503 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 503 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 503 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 503 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 503 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cabin 11A was spotless and very warm. The only downside to the stay is the heater is extremely loud. It’s a loud buzz that continues for over an hour. It’s not pleasant & is hard to tune out. Almost sounds like an alarm. Not sure if staff is aware? Unless all the heaters sound like this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed. Sweet and quaint. Straightforward policies. Easy access to towns yet removed. Will come with more family.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Elias

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Views were beautiful. But the bed was very uncomfortable, the heater didn't work and the staff was cleaning the cabin next to us all hours of the day. Asked for a refund for the day not used because we left early and thet denied it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a gem of a place. It’s nestled beneath redwoods and runs on septic— so expect a natural/eco resort experience. The fireplaces are excellent and the kitchenettes have the basics. Staff are kind and the grounds are nice to explore anytime of day. Ps- be sure to check out the Grove Cafe for the best gluten free breakfast and lunch options AND ‘The Bizarre Bazaar’ in town for vintage finds plus a trip to the whooshing well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The cabin was very very cozy. In the parking was great. I absolutely love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The cabin was very cozy, clean, easy parking, and close to Henry Cowell State Park.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The cabin was nice, the matresses could be updated. Memory foam was sunken in the middle and my back hurt
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Alameda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lenna, our check-in person, did an extra-special job making sure our cabin was ready for us. The entire staff are wonderful people, and they remember us year to year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, peaceful and pretty
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sumitra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay here. The staff was super kind and helpful. The resort is surrounded by greenery and redwoods, felt calm and peaceful to be here. The cabin was so comfortable and we had everything we needed. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Unforgivablely freezing inside. Internet doesn’t work. There is no central heating, just 1 oil heater for bedroom and a fake fireplace that only heats up if you stand next to it. We felt mislead and had a freezing stay - it felt like camping inside a musty cold cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Echo

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Echo

Awesome location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We were greeted and checked on to make sure we were checking in without issue and thay we knew where to go. I was delighted to also be greeted by two kitties! Beautiful cabins and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajkumar

Liked: Cleanliness
Every thing is good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was rustic and clean,,, I was looking for a coffee maker which it did not have. Otherwise, very woodsy & nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Parvaneh

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was not properly cleaned, and there were no additional clean blankets or sheets provided. The dishes were also unwashed; however, the surroundings outside the cabin were pleasant and tranquil.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great spot with killer views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
What a lil piece of paradise coupled with a delightful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin was absolutely beautiful and clean. Resort was conveniently located near popular spots. Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy cabin,quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025