Value 1BR | Whole House + Yard | Walk & Hike Base

Great value for solo travelers and couples! Get entire peaceful cottage: full kitchen, living room, private yard with goldfish pond, laundry—for a 1BR price. Your quiet home base for Marble Mountains hiking (30 min), Lake Siskiyou (45 min), and Mt. Shasta skiing (1 hr). Walk to Etna Brewery (5 min), Denny Bar (6 min), and Farmhouse Bakery (5 min). Reliable wifi, blackout curtains, minimal decor. As a 5-year Superhost responding within an hour, I make your affordable mountain adventure perfect! The space This is the smart value choice for 1-2 guests who want a peaceful home base for outdoor adventures. You'll have the entire cottage to yourself—the only difference from booking the full 3BR house is that two extra bedrooms remain locked. Everything else is yours: full kitchen, living room, bathroom, private yard with goldfish pond, and laundry. It's like having your own mountain retreat for a fraction of the cost! Your Bedroom: Queen bed with blackout curtains (perfect after long hikes!) and charming built-in dresser. Windows overlook the large yard and leafy shade trees. Kitchen & Dining: Sunny dining area with fully stocked kitchen—full-size refrigerator, electric range, and all the cookware and dishes you need to prepare meals after your adventures. Save money by cooking in! Apartment-sized washer and dryer on-site. Living Room: Comfortable space with views of the lawn and goldfish pond (home to resident goldfish for many years). Features easy-to-use monitor heater, smart TV, and reliable wifi for planning tomorrow's hike. Bathroom: Efficiently designed with tub/shower combo and adjacent linen closet. Outside: Private yard with goldfish pond and mature shade trees. You'll hear birds singing, not traffic—and occasionally a neighbor's cow calling for her calf. Perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The Vibe: Peaceful, minimal decor that lets you unwind after outdoor adventures. Clean, calm, uncluttered—designed for rest and rejuvenation. Your Outdoor Adventure Base: - Marble Mountains Wilderness: 30 minutes (world-class hiking) - Lake Siskiyou: 45 minutes (swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking) - Mt. Shasta Ski Park: 1 hour (skiing, snowboarding) - Countless hiking, fishing, mountain biking trails throughout Siskiyou County - Return to your peaceful retreat after each day's adventure Walkability - Quiet but Convenient: - Etna Brewery: 5-minute walk - Denny Bar (SF Chronicle-featured): 6-minute walk - Farmhouse Bakery: 5-minute walk - Grocery store, library, coffee shops: 5-6 minutes You're close enough to walk everywhere for meals and supplies, but tucked away from street noise in a peaceful residential setting. The best of both worlds! The Home: This charming 1949 cottage has been completely updated with new flooring, paint, insulation, and windows while maintaining its vintage character. No AC, but at 2,800 feet elevation, nighttime temps drop into the 50s-60s even in summer. The Value: Why pay for bedrooms you won't use? Get the entire cottage experience—kitchen, living room, yard, laundry, goldfish pond—for an affordable 1BR price. Perfect for quality-conscious adventurers who want comfort and space without overpaying. Guest access You have exclusive access to the entire property except two locked bedrooms. What's yours: - One queen bedroom with blackout curtains - Full kitchen with all cookware - Living room with smart TV and wifi - Bathroom with tub/shower - Private yard with goldfish pond - Washer/dryer (pack light, wash as needed!) - All the space and amenities of a full house Check-in: Self check-in with lockbox (code provided before arrival) Parking: Free on-site parking Walkability - Quiet but Convenient: - Etna Brewery: 5-minute walk - Denny Bar: 6-minute walk - Farmhouse Bakery: 5-minute walk - Grocery store: 5-6 minutes Perfect for stocking up on supplies, grabbing breakfast, or enjoying dinner without driving. You'll want a car for outdoor adventures (Marble Mountains, Lake Siskiyou, Mt. Shasta). Value: This is the most affordable way to stay in a peaceful, walkable home with full kitchen access and private outdoor space in Etna. Perfect for solo adventurers, couples seeking value, or remote workers wanting an extended mountain escape. Other things to note About This Listing: This is a 1-bedroom configuration of a 3-bedroom house. Two bedrooms remain locked, but you have complete privacy and exclusive access to all other spaces. It's the perfect affordable option for solo travelers or couples who want a full house experience. House Rules: No pets and no smoking (strictly enforced to maintain a clean, allergen-free space for all guests) All guests must be listed by full name when booking Quiet hours 10pm-8am (this is a residential neighborhood) Cooling the Home: This home has no central AC, but at 2,800 feet elevation, nighttime temps reliably drop into the 50s-60s even in summer. Open windows in the evening and close them in the morning to keep the cottage comfortable. Daytime summer highs are typically 80-90°F. Winter Weather: Etna occasionally gets snow in winter, but rarely more than a foot. Roads are usually clear within a few hours, so winter travel is manageable. Cell Service: Some cell carriers may not have perfect service in Etna. We provide a landline for local and emergency calls. Wifi is reliable at 22 Mbps. What to Expect: This is a peaceful, minimal retreat tucked in a quiet residential neighborhood among backyards with mature shade trees. You'll hear birds and occasionally a neighbor's cow, not traffic. Yet you're still 5-6 minutes on foot from downtown Etna. Perfect for value-conscious outdoor adventurers who want a tranquil home base for hiking, biking, skiing, and exploring Siskiyou County—without sacrificing walkability to food and essentials. The Value: Whole house access (kitchen, living room, yard, laundry, goldfish pond) for an affordable 1BR price. This is the smartest choice for solo travelers and couples who want space, comfort, and great value.