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Lost Coast Tower

Hosted by Daisy · Petrolia, California

2 guests max · 1 toilet

94%

7 reviews

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Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

All to yourself

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The Tower is hidden away on top of a hill in the Mattole Valley, a steep 500-foot switchback hike through Douglas firs on a trail built especially to reach it. It is set within its own hilltop meadow. The property is about 2 acres all in all, with the main house just down below at the bottom of the trail where I live. Enjoy total seclusion and privacy in this unusual Lost Coast hideaway. Accessible only by a STEEP 500-ft trail, you must be fairly fit to appreciate this remote spot. The climb will take you to a two-storey 'tower' built around two water tanks. The Mattole River is just over the road below. Enjoy the spectacular bird life. The remote Mattole Beach is just six miles away and makes for great hiking and beachcombing. **Important Check-in info** The Tower is a property that preferably needs a guide to show you up there initially. It is hidden, and you’ll benefit from a quick orientation up there. Check-in before dark, please, due to the trail. The upper storey of the Tower has a double sized bed,and comfy. Line-dried fresh-smelling bedding. This room also has a long sofa, Deco chairs, redwood window seats and a long cherrywood table. There is also a sink upstairs for easy teeth brushing etc. The Tower is on two floors, connected by an outside staircase. So *PLEASE NOTE* that as the bathroom is on the lower floor you will need to go down the *outside* stairs to the bathroom. Downstairs is the bathroom, shower and kitchen in one open plan room. The lower storey also houses water tanks, wrapped in canvas painted by a local artist. The spring water is excellent for drinking. Relax beneath the stars in the outdoor in-ground copper bath tub, with plenty of space for two and a small surrounding deck for glasses of wine, or take a hot shower outside, looking out onto the hills. Enjoy ceramicist Jim Danisch's sculptures punctuating the trail. In collaboration with Petrolia's craftspeople, the Tower was designed by my father, a writer and lover of art. For groceries, the local Petrolia store has most basics (including a gas pump) but its provisions are limited so please bring your own special groceries if you want more than basic. Please note there are ZERO bars and restaurants in Petrolia. Bear in mind that the Petrolia Store closes at 5pm, so be sure to bring groceries with you if you're arriving later than that, especially for that first night's dinner! To enable a real break and total relaxation, there is no WiFi! There is very limited cell service in Petrolia. There is a landline available for your private use in the Tower. Petrolia is off the beaten track and lies at the end of a very winding, rugged road with potholes a-plenty. Ordinary cars can make it, but if you are hiring a car you will be better off hiring an all wheel car that is not too low off the ground. Be prepared for a real rural retreat. The tower is right in the wilderness atop a hill, so be prepared to hear and see animals around. Please note that I have been hosting on another platform for many years with lots of happy guests. Please google The Lost Coast Tower to see those reviews, to get a sense of the place from a guest's perspective . Thank you!Enjoy total seclusion and privacy in this unusual Lost Coast hideaway. Accessible only by a STEEP 500-ft trail, you must be fairly fit to appreciate this remote spot. The climb will take you to a two-storey 'tower' built around two water tanks. The Mattole River is just over the road below. Enjoy the spectacular bird life. The remote Mattole Beach is just six miles away and makes for great hiking and beachcombing. **Important Check-in info** The Tower is a property that preferably needs a guide to show you up there initially. It is hidden, and you’ll benefit from a quick orientation up there. Check-in before dark, please, due to the trail. The upper storey of the Tower has a small double Murphy bed which measures 4 ft wide. It is 6.5 ft long from headboard to footboard, and has a foam mattress on a wooden board. If you are quite tall it may not be comfortable due to the footboard. This room also has a long sofa, Deco chairs, redwood window seats and a long cherrywood table. The Tower is on two floors, connected by an outside staircase. So *PLEASE NOTE* that as the bathroom is on the lower floor you will need to go down the *outside* stairs to the bathroom. Downstairs is the bathroom, shower and kitchen in one open plan room. The kitchen area includes a Wedgewood stove. There is also a sink upstairs for easy teeth brushing etc. The spring water is excellent for drinking. The lower storey also houses water tanks, wrapped in canvas painted by a local artist. Relax beneath the stars in the outdoor in-ground copper bath tub, with plenty of space for two and a small surrounding deck for glasses of wine, or take a shower outside, looking out onto the hills. Enjoy ceramicist Jim Danisch's sculptures punctuating the trail. In collaboration with Petrolia's craftspeople, the Tower was designed by my father, a writer and lover of art. For groceries, the local Petrolia store has most basics (including a gas pump) but its provisions are limited so please bring your own special groceries if you want more than basic. Please note there are ZERO bars and restaurants in Petrolia. Bear in mind that the Petrolia Store closes at 5.30pm, so be sure to bring groceries with you if you're arriving later than that, especially for that first night's dinner! At the bottom of the hill is the main house, where I will be on hand to help out as best I can with any queries and extra conveniences. Details and directions upon booking. To enable a real break and total relaxation, there is no WiFi! There is very limited cell service in Petrolia. There is a landline available for your private use in the Tower. Petrolia is off the beaten track and lies at the end of a very winding, rugged road with potholes a-plenty. Ordinary cars can make it, but if you are hiring a car you will be better off hiring an all wheel car that is not too low off the ground. Be prepared for a real rural retreat. The tower is right in the wilderness atop a hill, so be prepared to hear and see animals around. Please note that I have been hosting on another platform for 7 years with many happy guests. Please google The Lost Coast Tower to see those reviews, to get a sense of the place from a guest's perspective . Thank you!

What to expect

Moderate walk to site

Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (5-10 mins)

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Toilet available

Flush toilet. The toilet is antique. It works very well, just needs to be treated kindly.

No campfires

There is an old Wedgewood gas stove with 4 burners and an oven and griddle.

No pets

Potable water available

Tap. The water comes a Spring into tanks and is great drinking water.

Showers available

Hot water , cold water only. There are two showers, one inside and one outside. There is also a large outdoor copper bathtub that comfortably fits two.

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin. ALL trash *except* compost must be taken away with you, including recycling.

Cooking equipment present

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Access: Moderate walk

Cancellation policy: Strict (14 Days)

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

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The Lost Coast Tower

94%

(9)

Cabin · Sleeps 2 · 1 toilet

Enjoy total seclusion and privacy in this unusual Lost Coast hideaway. Accessible only by a STEEP 500-ft trail, you must be fairly fit to appreciate this remote spot. The climb will take you to a two-storey 'tower' built around two water tanks. The Mattole River is just over the road below. Enjoy the spectacular bird life. The remote Mattole Beach is just six miles away and makes for great hiking and beachcombing. **Important Check-in info** The Tower is a property that preferably needs a guide to show you up there initially. It is hidden, and you’ll benefit from a quick orientation up there. Check-in before dark, please, due to the trail. The upper storey of the Tower has a small double Murphy bed which measures 4 ft wide. It is 6.5 ft long from headboard to footboard, and has a foam mattress on a wooden board. If you are quite tall it may not be comfortable due to the footboard. This room also has a long sofa, Deco chairs, redwood window seats and a long cherrywood table. The Tower is on two floors, connected by an outside staircase. So *PLEASE NOTE* that as the bathroom is on the lower floor you will need to go down the *outside* stairs to the bathroom. Downstairs is the bathroom, shower and kitchen in one open plan room. The kitchen area includes a Wedgewood stove. There is also a sink upstairs for easy teeth brushing etc. The spring water is excellent for drinking. The lower storey also houses water tanks, wrapped in canvas painted by a local artist. Relax beneath the stars in the outdoor in-ground copper bath tub, with plenty of space for two and a small surrounding deck for glasses of wine, or take a shower outside, looking out onto the hills. Enjoy ceramicist Jim Danisch's sculptures punctuating the trail. In collaboration with Petrolia's craftspeople, the Tower was designed by my father, a writer and lover of art. For groceries, the local Petrolia store has most basics (including a gas pump) but its provisions are limited so please bring your own special groceries if you want more than basic. Please note there are ZERO bars and restaurants in Petrolia. Bear in mind that the Petrolia Store closes at 5.30pm, so be sure to bring groceries with you if you're arriving later than that, especially for that first night's dinner! At the bottom of the hill is the main house, where I will be on hand to help out as best I can with any queries and extra conveniences. Details and directions upon booking. To enable a real break and total relaxation, there is no WiFi! There is very limited cell service in Petrolia. There is a landline available for your private use in the Tower. Petrolia is off the beaten track and lies at the end of a very winding, rugged road with potholes a-plenty. Ordinary cars can make it, but if you are hiring a car you will be better off hiring an all wheel car that is not too low off the ground. Be prepared for a real rural retreat. The tower is right in the wilderness atop a hill, so be prepared to hear and see animals around. Please note that I have been hosting on another platform for 7 years with many happy guests. Please google The Lost Coast Tower to see those reviews, to get a sense of the place from a guest's perspective . Thank you!

Moderate walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Reviews

94% Recommend9 ratings · 7 reviews

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· September 2024

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Such a beautiful escape to unplug from the world. Lovingly tended for, very comfortable, slept so well! The outdoor shower and tub are a must!

Abby C.

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· June 2024

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Absolutely incredible! Staying in the lost coast tower was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, it felt so nice to not stress over screens and just enjoy nature. The river is beautiful and clear, and the outdoor tub is wonderful, especially at night. Would recommend to anyone looking to fully unplug for the weekend and enjoy nature.

Samantha P.

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This was an excellent vacation. The host has extensive descriptions and directions. Read them carefully because they are important. In addition, there are helpful instructions on site to understanding the unique charms and challenges of the Lost Coast. Although I am very familiar with this area, I learned a lot and was better prepared for our hike on the Lost Coast Trail because of her help. I loved the bath. It was my favorite part of this unique place. I would love to return just for that. My second favorite part was the rotary dial phone (orange! so excellent!) because I know how to use that technology. There is no cell reception and it was great to be truly disconnected and fully relax. We went swimming in the river, hiked the Lost Coast, visited Ferndale's Sweetness and Light Chocolateier on the way in...what's not to love?

Christina B.

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The Lost Coast Tower was a beautiful oasis in a gorgeous part of California. We loved our time in the Tower and would recommend a stay to others looking to escape to the woods. Daisy had fantastic recommendations and was a welcoming host.

Katy S.

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· June 2021

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What was it like staying there? It was awesome! Though I will say it did take me at least six hours to detangling my need for the Internet. Which says something about me – not the Internet. Beautiful location, great host. Completely relaxing and I cannot recommend it enough.

Matthew M.

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The Lost Coast tower has a penchant for enchantment the minute you see it. Exceptional views, wonderful hospitality and a rustic, laidback vibe. The artwork and craftsmanship found throughout Daisy’s property was icing on the cake for us.

Tyler A.

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An extraordinary place: the setting, the area of the Lost Coast, and the Tower itself - beautiful, simple with craftsmanship attention to detail revealed upon reflection, which comes easily here. Daisy is a wonderful host providing a truly special experience.

Michael L.

8 years on Hipcamp

Location

Petrolia, Humboldt, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Lost Coast Tower

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