Pilot Rock Cottage

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Entire home

This is your observation deck. Watching birds,sipping wine, reading, your choice

entrance to this little cottage by the sea

Pilot Rock, just outside the bay, and at sunset of course

This is the view from the bench at the end of the street

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Trinidad, CA

Trinidad Bay6 min walk
Trinidad State Beach3 min drive
Moonstone Beach9 min drive
Eureka, CA (EKA-Murray Field)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Pilot Rock Cottage - Ocean view and great home base for exploring the area

This little house overlooking Trinidad Bay is perfect for exploring the North Coast and relaxing in a distraction-free neighborhood. The house has a wall heater, space heaters and wood heat, a porch to stare at the Big Blue, all the comforts and amenities, cozy accommodations all around. Whether you want to hike the nearby trails, charter a fishing trip, read several books, or just enjoy a peaceful getaway, this house will likely have what you need. One queen-sized bed in the bedroom, 1 futon couch in the Chart Room. Owner lives on property, in separate unit, which is good if you need anything during your stay. We do not offer WiFi and while this may impact your decision to stay with us, we have had several guests say they appreciated this piece. WiFi is available at the nearby coffee shop if it is something you need while traveling. We also recently went 100% solar so if you appreciate having minimal impact, this is a great benefit. WE NOW OFFER FREE EVCHARGING! We really hope you will consider us and make great little get-away, even greater by staying at Pilot Rock Cottage.

Property manager

Steve Ladwig

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Free WiFi

Microwave

Tennis court

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Trinidad

Located in Trinidad, this cottage is in a rural area. Trinidad Art Gallery and Trinidad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Trinidad Masage & Day Spa and Beau Pre Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Trinidad, CA

What's nearby

Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse - 2 min walk
Trinidad Bay - 6 min walk
The Heights Casino - 3 min drive
Trinidad State Beach - 3 min drive
Moonstone Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

Eureka Station - 27 min drive
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Trinidad Eatery - ‬1 min walk
‪Seascape Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
‪The Lighthouse Grill - ‬7 min walk
‪Moonstone Grill - ‬5 min drive
‪Beachcomber Cafe - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pilot Rock Cottage - Ocean view and great home base for exploring the area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pilot Rock Cottage - Ocean view and great home base for exploring the area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pilot Rock Cottage - Ocean view and great home base for exploring the area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pilot Rock Cottage - Ocean view and great home base for exploring the area located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps away from Trinidad Art Gallery, Trinidad Memorial Lighthouse and Trinidad Town Hall. Trinidad Masage & Day Spa and Trinidad Bay are also within 10 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

29 June 2024

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

Redwood vacation

This place is amazing! The house was spotless, hosts live next door but give you plenty of space! The area was spectacular too!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

22 Apr 2024

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

Perfectly Comfortable

Cute cottage with homey touches. Excellent location! Thanks for sharing your home.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

22 Apr 2024

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Cozy Cottage

Perfect for a couple. Quiet street, a block from ocean lookout, well thought out with everything you need. Great binder of local info. We enjoyed staying there.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe G.

13 Mar 2024

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

Homey cottage

Our stay was great, the cottage is very well stocked and close to the local beach and restaurants. Steve is friendly and hospitable; we will be back again. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita H., Davenport, IA, USA

17 Feb 2024

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

Cozy Cottage In A Lovely Oceanside Town

We enjoyed staying at Pilot Rock Cottage! The cottage is clean, comfortable, and stocked with absolutely anything that you would need for your stay. A short walk down the street there is a breathtaking view of the ocean. There are also cute shops and restaurants within walking distance. It’s in a fabulous location for exploring Redwood National and State Parks which is where we spent our time. We had a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

5 Feb 2024

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Pilot Rock Cottage is the best

We love Pilot Rock Cottage. It is our home away from home in Trinidad. Always spotlessly clean, comfy, and cozy, and in the best location! Can even see the Bay from the living room couch/breakfast table. Plus, Steve and Jen are just the best ever hosts - lovely people!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ilana g.

3 Jan 2024

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Even better than expected!

It's an adorable and spacious cottage in the heart of lovely trinidad. Every detail has been given great care to make the stay comfortable and inviting. We enjoyed coming home after rainy outdoor excursions to a fire and fleece blankets. The windows had lovely views of birds and a glimpse of the ocean. We didn't use the kitchen, but it was outfitted perfectly. We just wished we could've stayed longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

29 Dec 2023

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Excellent Cottage!

Fabulous location! Very well equipped cottage. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable and quiet! Definitely recommend it!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

5 Dec 2023

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

Classic Cottage, Great View and Amenities

Pilot Rock Cottage was a great value, with good parking, comfortable kitchen/living room/queen bed (could have slept 2 more in 2nd room), nice wood stove for heat (supplemented with wall heaters), and a view of the harbor from the front deck. I loved sitting on the deck at sunset, sheltered from the wind, and watching the colors. Steve was a gracious host, and as attentive as we needed him to be. And Trinidad is a classic little community close to Sue-Meg Beach where our children/grandchildren were camping. We all ate at the restaurant a short walk from the Cottage and loved their fish and chips. Thanks, Steve!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N., Redding CA, USA

29 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful.

Loved our stay and the beach sunsets.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

18 Oct 2023

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

Nice little hideaway in great location

Pilot Cottage is a classic little comfortable cottage with a sweet deck embraced by mature landscape in a prime location with a view of Trinidad Harbor. It's a very clean, quiet place with everything you'd need in a kitchen; the living room with a wood burning stove and the chart room were great spaces to relax. Steve is an excellent host, very welcoming and ultra responsive. Highly recommend,.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

1 Oct 2023

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

Outstanding

Location had everything we needed. Obviously a very experienced host based on how well stocked, accessible, and well thought out the property was. Highly recommend this location. Trinidad is THE place to stay in the Redwoods National Park area.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie L., Goffstown

28 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Getaway!

We have stayed at Pilot Rock several times now, and loved being there each time. Cozy, comfy and great location! The owners are awesome, and the ocean view from the breakfast table is beautiful!

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DavidnKatey M., Aberdeen, North Carolina

6 Sept 2023

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

A Trinidad Treasure

We’ve stayed in many homes throughout Trinidad and this one was the GOAT for our family of 4. Tucked away just enough to feel private yet set in the center of all the town action. The double open doors paired with the view (& wood burning stove!) makes this place so special. Thanks Steve!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine H.

27 Aug 2023

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

Pilot Rock

Very nice. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

25 Aug 2023

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

Perfect location!

A lovely well equipped cottage on a beautiful stretch of the Northern California coast. Walk to the beach and hiking trails and access to stunning State and National parks. Responsive hosts! Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

DIANE H.

4 Aug 2023

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

Sweet! Pilot Rock Cottage

This cottage makes me feel like I’m home because of all the wonderful household and kitchen amenities. I lacked for nothing. Have morning coffee on the porch, enjoy the view of Trinidad Bay, then walk to town …visit the galleries and shops! Our wonderful hosts provided everything we could possibly need!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

craig m.

21 July 2023

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

Great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 July 2023

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So comfortable!

They’ve thought of everything, and it’s very comfortable and relaxing location. Highly recommended for a low key getaway vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali h.

16 July 2023

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

All you need for a great N California stay

Our stay in Trinidad was great and we found nothing to fault about location, comfort or charm of Pilot Rock Cottage. Location: walking distance to beaches, restaurants and shops. A sea view from the property. Safe off road parking. Quiet and attractive neighbourhood. Comfort: very well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed and all the practicalities covered (washer/dryer and bathroom facilities both good) Charm: a gorgeous setting with a lovely deck and garden where you can while away the warmer hours watching the birds or gazing at the sea view. We had one minor issue with our check in but it was very quickly resolved by Steve. This was a great base for local days out in Trinidad but also an easy drive up to the Redwoods. Great stay and if ever back we wouldn’t hesitate to rebook.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian S.

25 June 2023

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Wonderful Ocean Escape

Wonderful space in Trinidad. Small sea town that is close to bigger cities south and the Red Wood forests north. Host was helpful and insightful with places to go and things to do.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

1 June 2023

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Great location and wonderful place to stay

This place was great for two people looking to spend time in a centrally located location on the coast. Walking distance to tasty food and the beach as well as hikes. We loved staying here and would definitely return.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

30 May 2023

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Pilot Rock Cottage - Just as pictured!

We had a wonderful time at this cottage. It had all we needed to be at home. Wood-burning fireplace was a treat for us Floridians! Location was perfect and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. Trinidad is such a quaint town. Nearby forests and parks was just what we were looking for. The cabin had the best guest house book I’ve ever seen. Wish they were all that good. We would highly recommend a stay here.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon A., San Diego, CA, USA

22 May 2023

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Peaceful Getaway

Wonderful time in this peaceful beautiful community. The vacation rental is as described and close to many outdoor activities. It is a perfect place to stay.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary s., Alamo, California

18 May 2023

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Graduation !

Great quaint and cozy place . Was up there to see our daughter graduate! Did not get to spend a lot of time in the cottage but it was so cozy when we were there. Nicely decorated and just had a comfortable feeling right away ! Thx ! We will be back again and next time be able to spend some time really enjoying the space ! Thx!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve Ladwig

My wife Jen and I had always dreamed of being able to live in Trinidad and then it finally happened. We both work at Cal Poly Humboldt and love to get outside as much as possible in Humboldt County. We live on this property and know this community and have been in this part of California for 30 years. I am originally from Carlsbad, CA and Jen is from Junction City, CA. I came to Humboldt for the small town experience and Jen came to the university for big city experience.

Why they chose this property

If you want to be in the heart of a small fishing village and be able to walk to the store, to the beach, or drive to any number of attractions, this is a great home base. The neighborhood is quiet, the neighbors are quiet and friendly, and you can do it all, or do nothing at all, and feel refreshed from your time in Trinidad.

What makes this property unique

This cottage has something to offer all year round with great views of the bay from the front room, a cozy wood stove, very comfortable accommodations, a nice yard to hang out in, and a handful of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and a museum/library. The house is small and really geared for a couple although it can handle up to two adults and two kids under 12 if you are already accustomed to living in close quarters.