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Waldhaus Redwood Retreat

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· La Honda, San Mateo, California · 40 acres
Hosted by Wendy C.
Canvas tent
· 15 guests max · 7 beds · 1 toilet
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Tucked away in the Portola Redwoods, you will find your very own bohemian grove. Designed by prominent architect in San Francisco, your will find 4 comfortable cabins, modern open kitchen and spa-like bathrooms. Less than an hour away from the Silicon Valley, this is our weekend sanctuary. Like John Muir once said - “Keep close to Nature's heart... and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.”Welcome to our family retreat in the Portola Redwoods. Our property boarders the Portola Redwood State Park. It is 50 minutes drive from 280 Sandhill exit. Sleep in the comfortable tent cabin, enjoy the modern kitchen and bathrooms surrounded by redwoods. Less than an hour from Sandhill Rd/280 but feels like a world away. There are 4 tent cabins, with comfortable bed, heating blanket, reading light.  Bring your own food and cook in our modern open kitchen (we provide all the basics) and BBQ grill.  Comfortable bathrooms with hot shower and we have basic toiletry if you forget to bring your own. Check-in time is after 2pm. (Please provide a 2 hour arrival window the day before) Check-out is 12pm Site/Cabin Description - sleep 10, total 7 beds. #1 One queen size bed. #2 Japanese Style tatami cabin with 2 twin memory foam mattress. #3 One full size bed and one twin bed #4 One full size bed and one twin bed If you want to adventure to nearby spots, here are some nearby attractions: Portola Redwoods State Park (0-5 minute): Waldhaus borders the state park, and is 5 minutes drive to the park office. Eighteen miles of trails follow meandering creeks, where moisture-loving coast redwoods stand tall among ferns and huckleberries. Waterfalls on Fall and Pescadero creeks tumble down mossy banks over rocks and woody debris. Day use hours are 6am-sunset. Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve (15 min) showy display of wildflowers in spring. In summer, the hills turn to gold with the late evening sunlight. Autumn, when the fog recedes, is the ideal time to enjoy the ridge views of San Francisco Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains Thomas Fogarty Winery (20 minutes). Friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere. Wines are good quality and tastings range from affordable to expensive. Outdoor patio for enjoying your wine is a great plus. On a clear day you could see the Bay and San Francisco. 19501 Skyline Blvd. Wed-Sun. 12pm-4pm Mon. Closed Tue. Memorial Park at Loma Mar (20 minutes) - old-growth redwoods and creek Pomponio State Beach and Pescadero State Beach and Bean Hollow State Beach (50 - 60 minutes): This area provides access to miles of gently sloping, sandy beaches at the base of high sandstone bluffs.
What to expect
Canvas tent
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
15 guests max
Campfires allowed
Wood burning fireplace, private. No Open Fire/Camp fire now due to high risk of forest fire.
Toilet available
No pets
Drinking water available
Pump or well. We have well water. Water is tested and treated and is safe to cook and drink. It will have slight color and mineral taste. Please bring your own bottle water if not comfortable with well water.
Showers available
Hot water
Bins available
Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin. Keep trash in the designated containers (Compost. Trash. Recycle) and do not leave food outside.
Picnic table present
No wifi

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
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No wheelchair access
Max 6 vehicles
2WD accessible
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18 ratings · 12 reviews
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Henny W.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
With kids
Love the tent cabins, different themes in each one. The kitchen is nice and the restrooms are very modern. With our decent size group, it was nice to have a men’s and woman’s restrooms separately. It was actually cold the weekend we went, it was nice to have heated blankets. Our group was able to relax and enjoy time together. We took a nice hike around the camp. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
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Ryan N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Camping with friends and family!
With kids
I celebrated a birthday with friends and family here and we had a great time surrounded by nature. The place was equipped with everything we needed to make meals. There were also plenty of things to do around that kept everyone occupied. The cornhole game we found ended up being fun for everyone to partake in.
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Gabriel R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2023
Luxury in the Redwoods
Group trip
A beautiful site, incredibly appointed and stocked to the brim with essentials. Unusually heavy rain tested the impermeability of the four heated shelters and dining area, which withstood the conditions flawlessly. If you appreciate design, you will find many little choices to delight. We were particularly impressed with the lighting, the hearth, and the restrooms. If you're around to explore wilderness, the adjoining state park has an impressive trail network.
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Prithika B.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
Group trip
What an amazing place! The location was wonderful -- beautiful forests, next to the Portola Redwood State Park for walks short and long. The cabins were comfortable and the bathrooms and kitchen excellent. So many wonderful details to make our stay memorable. Thanks again for a great weekend stay in nature!
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Joanna G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2018
This site is an absolute gem! My friends and I had an absolutely amazing stay at Wendy’s site in the redwoods. The facilities are beautiful and have really thoughtful additional features (like a rope swing!). You will feel glamorous, comfortable and relaxed in this amazing site tucked in the redwoods.
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Courtney M.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2018
The property is so gorgeous and has everything you need for a luxurious weekend! We cooked gourmet meals, enjoyed hiking through the redwoods, and played games on the huge dining table. The space heaters and electric blankets were more than sufficient at keeping us warm at night. We hope to return!
Location
La Honda, San Mateo, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Wendy C.

Joined in February 2016
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