This is a beautiful property. The pool was perfection. It was clean, just the right temperature for hot weather and well maintained. The home is eclectic, spacious and comfortable. We had a few hiccups during our stay: the a/c unit is new, but even so it couldn't cool the space. Keep in mind it was 100° every day we were there. We tried everything, but the indoor temp hovered around 90° with the ac running. There isn't cell service at Hawkins Bar, you need to drive to Willow Creek for a signal. The wifi at the home works for basic needs (email, web page viewing) but doesn't really support streaming. There are also no cooking basics here, salt only, no pepper, other spices, plastic wrap, foil, oil, etc. This was fine, and we picked up everything we needed at Ray's at Willow Creek, but it is always nice to know ahead of time what is needed. There is a Keurig but no coffee pot, but plenty of Keurig pods were supplied so it worked out great! There were lounge chairs around the pool, plenty of seating on the deck, and an outdoor table and chairs for meals.
River access was tricky to find, but there was a beach there and a deep swimming hole. There are no folding lawn chairs at the home, so plan to take your own. The road to Hawkins Bar is steep and winding, so plan to take your time. Willow Creek has the basics: A small grocery store, gas station, and a cool little place to get pool toys, sunscreen and river items. The Pizza Factory is good as well. If you want to do some actual shopping or more tourist type activities, Arcata or Eureka, about an hour away, is where you will need to go.
Joanna at Vacasa was so incredibly helpful. We were evacuated our second night due to a wild fire a few hundred yards behind the home. We were able to get in touch with her and she was so kind. We also left a few days early due to the heat and the ac issues. Again, she was extremely kind, helpful and accommodating and followed up with us to assure us she understood the concerns. I would absolutely vacation again at Hawkins Bar (once the ac is fixed, which Joanna was working on with the owner!)
