A Beautiful Vacation Awaits You on the Emerald Smith River! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is A Beautiful Vacation Awaits You on the Emerald Smith River! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is A Beautiful Vacation Awaits You on the Emerald Smith River! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Del Norte Coast Redwood State Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Redwood National and State Parks and Smith River. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park and Redwood Heritage State Wilderness are also within 12 mi (20 km).

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Mar 31, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Excellent hosts who provided excellent recommendations regarding where to go. The home was very comfortable and had everything we needed to be comfortable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

Apr 8, 2025

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

Great Place to Get Away

If you are looking for a place to stay as a jumping off point to all the redwood forests, this cabin is what you want. Wonderful hosts that can point you in the right direction for places to go and a friendly dog to greet you when you return from a day of hiking and sightseeing. Get a taste of off grid living without having to fully commit to moving to the mountains.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Sep 8, 2024

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

Great visit.

Nice. Quiet. Lovely stay. Host was extremely helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Aug 25, 2024

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gorgeous river setting

This was a great place to get truly off-the-grid! Open floor plan w loft gorgeous swimming hole w paddle board to use and beautiful madrone trees I would definitely return!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shasta D.

Sep 23, 2024

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Great Off Grid Aframe

We absolutely loved it, we didn't know it was a off grid place, but it was fun to just unplug no phone no TV no nothing

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sigrid H.

Jun 13, 2024

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

Awesome location overlooking the river

Absolutely loved the location and quietness of the cabin. Cabin is off grid as described and Wifi is spotty, but you might be glad for it, as staying there will make you want to unwind. Bed was comfortable, bathroom dated but clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhionna W.

Apr 24, 2023

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

Friendly and beautiful!

We had a great time exploring the area and enjoying the cabin! Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Apr 24, 2018

Peaceful

Our family really loved our experience at the cabin. A peaceful and wonderful retreat!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Apr 19, 2024

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

Perfect romantic getaway

This spot is the perfect place to unplug and unwind. We spent the whole week enjoying all the South Fork has to offer. Thank you Joe & Sally. We can’t wait for our next visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Jun 19, 2024

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

Amazing!!!

We experienced a little slice of paradise in this sweet cabin on the Smith River: Awesome swimming hole, cozy comfortable, and peaceful. We will return!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna C., Portland Oregon

Aug 3, 2023

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

Smith River Paradise!

This was our third time here and it was amazing as always. You can't beat the swimming hole and beauty and tranquility of the property. And, of course, Nelly, the sweetest dog!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA N.

Apr 4, 2024

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

Great time, rain or shine

We loved our stay here—the beautiful river, friendly hosts, and the cabin was just perfect! The sleeping bunks are generously sized and there bed in the loft was super comfortable. We really enjoyed all the area has to offer, wish we had stayed longer. It was also such a relief to be out of cell service for a while. Hope we can return again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Nov 2, 2022

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Jade River is true gem!!!

A truly magical escape! Thank you for the opportunity to stay on the Smith and explore this incredible area.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Jun 24, 2024

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

Wonderful home, wonderful hosts!

Our stay in the A-frame was fantastic. We loved it all... the atmosphere of the landscaping, a house with great vibes, and a ridiculously beautiful river. It was a truly peaceful (and cozy) getaway, one that left us wanting more. And on top of all that, Joe showed us warmth and kindness from the minute we arrived to the moment we left. This is a seriously special place!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Mar 16, 2024

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

Cabin in Paradise

We enjoyed three days at this location while on a western road trip. Joe and Sally were excellent to stay with. They pointed us in the right direction for the best experience. This property is absolutely beautiful. Joe’s stone work is amazing. If we ever make it back to this part of the world, we will stay here again. Thanks for making our stay great!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

Jun 3, 2023

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

Oasis in the redwoods

Just what we wanted - off the grid. Homey and comfortable, and on the beautiful Smith river. Coffee in the mornings watching the river flow by, hiking in the magnificent Redwoods or on the beach by day, beer in the evenings with a campfire. Perfect weather. Joe and Sally were awesome hosts. Would be there tomorrow if we could!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Nov 25, 2023

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

One of the best places on the Smith River!

Like paradise located on the bluff above the beautiful South Fork Smith River. Feels wild yet just a short drive to all the great Del Norte sights. Beautiful A-Frame with all the comforts of home. We had friends for Thanksgiving dinner and prepared a huge meal in the full kitchen. Joe and Sally (and Nelly the wonder dog!) are the perfect hosts. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Mar 27, 2023

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

Hikers

Great place. Clean beautiful setting. Joe was a wonderful host. Knowledge of the area. He told us about the best hikes and the quickest way to get to Crescent City. This cabin was everything we wanted in a place to stay. We will go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skylar

Jan 4, 2025

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

For a romantic setting, the A-frame cabin knocks it out of the park

I hadn't seen my girlfriend in months -- I'd been working internationally, sometimes going without refrigeration for weeks at a time -- so I was looking for a romantic spot that wouldn't involve too much roughing it. This cabin far exceeded my expectations. Outside, the redwoods formed a kind of garrison around you, a cushion from the outside world. Inside, the furnishings are super comfy and the appearance is right on the nose. Our host welcomed me warmly and his orientation to the systems was detail-oriented and easy to follow. It's easy to care about this place and to do right by the people who tend it year round. We found it easy to forget everything outside the park and lose ourselves in catching up and reconnecting. This is the spot. We loved it. You will, too.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

May 9, 2022

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

Extraordinary

The property was precisely as described. It is a stunning setting, our hosts were gracious, kind, communicative and proactive. The A-frame was sparkling clean and well equipped in the kitchen and bathroom. It is conveniently located to red woods groves and the coastline. We truly appreciate the hospitality we received and can’t wait to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Nov 14, 2019

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

Cozy and warm cabin on the river.

Perfect stay for a quick getaway following our wedding. Comfortable and cozy cabin on a beautiful river. Close to crescent city made shopping convenient. Unexpected visits by owners dog made it challenging with our, not so friendly, dog. Would definitely come back without our dog. Highly recommended it to our parents.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

Jun 21, 2023

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

Cozy solitud

Fabulous river spot with a cozy cabin. Very clean and quiet. We loved being off grid, playing board games, reading on the deck, star gazing at night in the reclining lawn chairs. Would be ideal for a couple with one/two small kids although I wouldn't recommend it for toddlers due to the spiral staircase to the loft with no railing. Kids 5 - 12 are probably best for this spot. We would love to visit again, we had a fabulous time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Mar 14, 2023

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

Amazing Little Cabin!

This little cabin was our favorite VRBO that we’ve ever stayed at! The view of the river and the mountain is absolutely amazing! Joe was a very kind and friendly host who gave us some great suggestions for day trips and a nice little BBQ place in Crescent City. We all very much enjoyed the visits from Nellie the Golden Retriever. She spent evenings with us while playing Uno and various other board games that are provided. We weren’t able to connect to the Wi-Fi, but none of us minded at all. I definitely recommend this cabin for anyone who wants a nice relaxing vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Dec 29, 2024

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

A Little Slice of Heaven

My spouse and I reside in San Diego, and we chose to take a Christmas roadtrip to see the Redwoods. Seeing the Redwoods had been on our bucket list for some time. We wanted to take this time to disconnect from the world for a bit and reconnect to each other. From the moment we found this listing on Vrbo, I guess you can say it was love at first sight. And from the moment we pulled up to the cabin, we knew we made the right decision. Joe and Nellie greeted us when we pulled up and made us feel welcomed. Nellie as greeted us every day when returned from exploring the park. The cabin was fully furnished. All we had to provide was food for the week. Unfortunately, it rained most of our stay, so we were not able to utilize the amazing back porch next to the Smith River. But we did not let the rain ruin our visit. And hearing the rain on the roof at night made for some of the best sleep. I guess the only con I can come up with is that we had to leave. I would absolutely recommend staying here to any one. We will be returning again in the near future.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ken R.

Oct 10, 2019

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

Great Location- Challenging Stairs

Loved the location and the old-school feel of the cabin. Unfortunately, we only stayed for one of the two nights. The circular stairs leading to the bedroom loft are "floating" stairs without handrails. Simply too difficult for my wife to navigate safely at night. If the stairs had handrails, we would love to return. A bit disappointed we never received the wi-fi password as we planned to work on the very nice deck while enjoying the great setting.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

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