Nestled in a serene setting, Shaw House Inn offers a warm welcome with breakfast, a charming library, and WiFi in public areas. Explore the lush garden or unwind on the tranquil terrace; helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.
Humboldt County Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 45 min drive
Eureka Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Bear River Casino Resort - 12 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Mountain Mike's Pizza - 14 min drive
Locha’s Mexican Restaurant - 15 min drive
Starbucks - 14 min drive
About this property
Shaw House Inn
Shaw House Inn is a great choice for a stay in Ferndale. Freebies like breakfast and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and rafting. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Rafting nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
Room amenities
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to February 13:
Parking area
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property is professionally cleaned.
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking offered on site at Shaw House Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shaw House Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Shaw House Inn?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Bear River Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Shaw House Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. Shaw House Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around Shaw House Inn like?
Shaw House Inn is a short 17-minute walk from Humboldt County Fairgrounds and 3 minutes' walk from The Blacksmith Shop.
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Reviews
Shaw House Inn Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with many guests praising the farm-fresh and tasty options. (18 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
The breakfast was delicious and the staff super friendly and warm. We really enjoyed the library and having tea in the afternoon in the parlor.
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2026
We really enjoyed this quaint inn! They were very accommodating with our late arrival and made us feel very comfortable. And it's right by all the nice shops in Ferndale. Highly recommend it.
Murad
Murad, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
I will be back again. Our breakfast was so good! The staff was friendly and we throughly loved it!
lynn
lynn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
A little gem in rural CA. Magnificent property converted into quaint B&B has in room clawfoot bath tub. Spectacualr breakfast featuring produce from local farms.
York
York, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Comfortable bed, quiet property. Tasty breakfast and lovely staff.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
The interior is nicely restored and clean. Guest have total access to all areas. The owners and other staff
Are super nice and accommodating.
russel
russel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Wonderful location,staff, and service...5 stars
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2023
Nice vintage rooms, tasty breakfast
Chin To
Chin To, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Charming bed and breakfast. Great hospitality, tasty farm to table savory breakfast. Unique experience. Loved it!
YULIYA
YULIYA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
It was very nice. The room was great and the breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay here again.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Welcoming and considerate hosts. Best B&B breakfast I ever had.
Qiao
Qiao, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2024
Beautiful crafted house and garden. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable about the area.
Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Fresh eggs for breakfast!! Friendly staff. It felt like a journey back in time.
Deborah G.
Deborah G., 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2023
Victorian wonderland!
Amazing inn in a beautiful location. Super friendly staff made us feel at home and the absolutely terrific breakfast every morning really fueled our site-seeing adventures throughout the days of our stay. Highly recommended!
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5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
One of the best bed and breakfast residences we’ve ever stayed at. Beautiful inside and out. The staff was friendly and enthusiastic. The epitome of Ferndale charm.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Paula met us at the door and was very friendly showed us around… the gardens are stunning ! The room comfortable.
Celia
Celia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2024
What a lovely place! Charming rooms downstairs, including a parlor to sit and read, three dining areas to take your breakfast, several outdoor areas with tables and chairs, all with great wifi, so we could catch up on emails in this bucolic setting. Our room (the Shaw Room) featured an enormous bathroom with clawfoot tub, separate shower. Just as charming as all get out, we'd be delighted to return.
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2024
Bed & Breakfast Property in Ferndale. Property is a restored mansion converted to a B&B. Generally in good condition; our room was old but worked well. Breakfasts are a treat and should not be missed. Ferndale is an older Victorian town with many buildings restored to their original architecture. The property is well located for walking with restaurants, shopping, and old-town spirit. Overall good experience.
Harvey
Harvey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Just lovely
Such a lovely home. Paula gave a tour of the home showing us rooms we could use at our convenience. Walking distance to shops and restaurants. The only negative would be if you had a lot of luggage, climbing the steps to the bedrooms might be a little challenging.
Peggy
Peggy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 2, 2024
Our stay at Show House Inn was a great experience. This old house has its charm and coziness inside and outside. Staff is very friendly and cooperative. Nicole was very resourceful about nearby areas to explore in Ferndale. we had a memorable stay here. Couple of suggestions: 1. Increase breakfast items. 2. Provide 220v, 30A charging plug for EV charging overnight
Sanjay
Sanjay, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
This house is beautiful, and Paula is a wonderful host. She welcomed us and gave us a tour of the house, showed us all the places we could relax, invited us to enjoy macaroons, tea, coffee, water, sparkling water, fruit in the dining room and to wander the grounds at our leisure. Our room was the Orchard Room which opens on to a small deck with chairs to sit and enjoy the garden, in view of an historic apple tree planted in the 19th century. It has apples on it! Although our room shared a wall with another guest room, we barely heard the guests in that room. So quiet! Breakfast was simple and delicious with perfectly made skillet cornbread to accompany a wonderful Spanish flavored egg dish, fruit, granola, yogurt, juice, tea, coffee, and hot cocoa. There was a large dining table, but also tables in other rooms by windows to look out, and there were tables outside to eat and enjoy the garden. We saw deer in the garden in early evening. It is an easy walk into Victorian Ferndale to browse in shops and admire the Victorian architecture. So glad we stayed here, we want to return as soon as we can.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Really enjoyed our stay!! Breakfast was delicious. We enjoyed it so much we stayed another night!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Shaw House Inn is an amazing place to stay! The inn is well maintained, the bed was very comfortable, we felt comfortable making use of the common areas, and the breakfast was farm-fresh and delicious! Would highly recommended Shaw House Inn.