Apartment in McKinleyville, CA

A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom

A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom

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SkyDeck House 2nd Floor Crazy Wave Suite view of the main living area and Crazy Wave brickwork hearth!
SkyDeck House exterior view of the front of the home and the driveway entrance.  Second Floor guests park in the driveway, and First Floor guests park on the street in front of the house.
SkyDeck House elevated view of the SkyDeck House and front, side, and back yards that comprise the corner lot. We look forward to hosting you at SkyDeck House!
4 SkyDeck House 2nd Floor Crazy Wave Suite  Layout, including access stairs from rear patio to the entrance, bed and bath, work nook, and main living area with  seating, small table, and kitchen.  (Please note that the desk in the nook may be used as a group dining table if needed though seating will be tight).
SkyDeck House 2nd Floor Crazy Wave Suite view of the front door and seating area.  Linens for the couch bed are located in the trunk coffee table.

Overview of A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check out the area

McKinleyville, CA
  • AirportEureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)15 min walk
  • Popular LocationClam Beach County Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoonstone Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrinidad Bay11 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom

With your doggos by your side and a hot cup of the good stuff, climb to the Skydeck atop this one-of-a-kind local landmark! Welcome to the Skydeck House, a storybook home “built for fun” by an arts and crafts artisan from local, repurposed natural materials with traditional methods and modern conveniences. You'll get to use the second floor Crazy Wave suite AND the Tower Room, each with separate entrances. Skydeck House is the perfect launchpad to your Humboldt adventures!

Park in the driveway or on Silverado street (Parking in front of the house is reserved for guests staying on the first floor). There is ample street parking for vehicles that don't fit in the driveway.

Please be quiet in the driveway as it is located near the first floor bedroom.

Extended stays are possible - please message regarding your per diem and desired dates!

No TV, but There is excellent internet for steaming with your devices!

No Toiletries provided.

Please supervise children and pets at all times around the staircases and SkyDeck.

Lower floors may hear guest footsteps and voices from upper floors.

None needed, though you may see other guests or friends/family of the owner around - we'll always give you your privacy but also, say hi!
This quiet residential neighborhood is located near the Arcata airport but experiences surprisingly little air traffic noise. It is a cozy neighborhood of modern homes with families.

From Skydeck House, you are minutes from:
Highway 101
The Hammond Trail
Arcata Airport
CalPoly Humboldt
Restaurants and Conveniences in Arcata, McKinleyville, and Trinidad
Arcata Community Forest and Trinidad Head

With time to explore you have easy access to the redwood coast from the Historic Benbow Inn all the way up to the Redwood National Park!

For this listing, guests will have the whole second floor and the whole third floor to themselves. The 2nd Floor Crazy Wave Suite and the 3rd Floor Tower Suite each have their own outside entrances and bathroom.

All guests staying at the property may access the yard, the stairs, and of course the SkyDeck!

There is plenty of on-street parking along this corner lot (the driveway is reserved for guests on the 2nd and 3rd Floors, while 1st Floor guests park on the street in front of the front door)
Skydeck House is a perfect place for visitors to CalPoly Humboldt, hikers, surfers, daytrippers, beach bums, LGBTQ travelers, digital nomads, and dog owners to settle in or strike out and explore! Find that unique adventure at the local natural wonders and check out the local history of the area, and even of the house itself!

The Crazy Wave Suite is named for the fun wavey brick hearth that dominates the wall in the main living area, a design element that reflects the playful whimsy of the house! It once hosted a woodburning stove, but the stove was removed by former occupants. The space now has a very cool burl table serving as a focal point for the room.

Here's some stuff we love to do around here:

Clam Beach! (3.2 miles, 6 minutes)
Mad River Beach! (9.3 miles, 17 minutes)
Beau Pre Golf Club (1.2 miles, 3 minutes)
Arcata Community Forest (9.7 miles, 13 minutes)
Trinidad Head (9 miles, 12 minutes)
Sequoia Park & Zoo (16.8 miles, 23 minutes)
Cal Poly Humboldt (7.3 miles, 10 minutes)
Arcata Plaza & Saturday Farmer's Market (7.8 miles, 13 minutes)

Stuff we like to do:
Kayaking!
Horseback riding!
Shopping for cool redwood burls and slabs!
Avenue of the Giants - every single time and it never gets old!
Lady Bird Johnson Grove!
Coffee at Shotz in Rio Dell! (Everything there is good. Everything.)
Swipe Right Cider from the Humboldt Cider Company in Eureka!
Moonstone Crossing wine tasting in Trinidad!
Spying on Elks at the Lagoons!
Axe throwing!
...and of course, morning coffee on the SkyDeck!

Wait, What Am I Looking At?

Yeah, it’s kind of hard to get your mind around it. Visitors intuitively stare a bit, then inevitably walk 360 degrees around the perimeter to take it in. You'll probably spy someone passing by to stop and stare up!

The logic of the place invites curiosity. The layout is intimate and could seem small if not for the mindful intention of the diminished proportions. This is balanced by plentiful and tall windows that make the outside (and the changing light throughout the day) feel like part of the rooms. The natural materials invite every surface to be touched and enjoyed. The rooflines can challenge the eye, and their natural movement inspires contemplation and makes the small footprint feel spacious. The playful chimneys give the home a sense of not taking itself too seriously (it doesn't). The vertical orientation, strange outdoor staircase, and prominent rooftop deck balance the comfort of the interiors by stretching residents a bit out of their comfort zones, displacing both eye body with new visual and spatial experiences. The house looks delightfully unique from itself from every angle and almost like it shouldn't be allowed.

Ok, that’s poetic and all, but tell me about this place!
There are three separate units in the house, each with its own external entrance: the first floor apartment, the second floor apartment, and the studio bedroom in the tower. We rent out all three units and as owners, frequently visit whichever one is open to stay in ourselves. Don't worry, we'll give you your privacy!

Bet sure to climb to the Skydeck in the morning and take a photo of your shadow standing on top of the house as projected below!
Easily accessible from highway 101.

Neighborhood access is primarily by car and there is little foot traffic.

There are Zipcars available in the area (not walkable from the house), as well as Lyft and Uber services.

There is a fast electrical vehicle (EV) charger in downtown Arcata near the central plaza.

If you needed to walk to the airport, you could!

Property manager

Ryan & Liz Hammond
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

McKinleyville

Located in McKinleyville, this apartment is by the sea. Beau Pre Golf Club and Trinidad Masage & Day Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Azalea State Natural Reserve and Sue-meg State Park. Humboldt State University Natural History Museum and Los Bagels are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Clam Beach County Park - 5 min drive
  • McKinleyville Totem Pole - 5 min drive
  • Moonstone Beach - 8 min drive
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University - 10 min drive
  • Trinidad Bay - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Eureka Station - 21 min drive
  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Toni's #1 - 8 min drive
  • The Bigfoot Taproom - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A combo of the 2nd and 3rd floors of SkyDeck House, each with their own entrance, bed, and bathroom located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Beau Pre Golf Club and within 3 mi (5 km) of McKinleyville Totem Pole and Clam Beach. Clam Beach County Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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