Shaw House Inn - Ferndale

Historic 1850s mansion near Redwood National Park

Historic Setting & Grounds

Shaw House Inn is a beautifully restored frontier home with historic significance as the oldest bed and breakfast in California. The property sits on one acre of land with mature trees and original plantings that create a garden sanctuary shared with local wildlife. Guests gather in the shared lounge and TV area or stroll through the large garden with a gazebo and horseshoe pit.

Rooms & Accommodations

The Shaw House has eight individually decorated guest rooms, each with a private bathroom and canopied memory foam beds. Select rooms include claw-foot tubs for soaking after a day of hiking or a fireplace for added comfort. Deluxe rooms offer a balcony and garden views from the private veranda.

Dining & Breakfast

The Shaw House Inn serves a hot breakfast each morning with many ingredients sourced from the chef's own farm. Afternoon tea is offered daily in the parlor, and guests find fresh cookies left out each evening. The breakfast menu changes daily and includes options such as orange French toast and other seasonal dishes.

Activities & Location

Shaw House Inn is within walking distance of downtown Ferndale, with its Victorian architecture, shops, and restaurants like Tuya's Mexican restaurant. The inn is 28 miles from Humboldt State University and provides easy access to hiking in Redwood National Park, Avenue of the Giants, and Lost Coast beaches. Guests have access to fishing, canoeing, and hiking in the surrounding Humboldt County area.

Pet & Family Policies

Shaw House Bed & Breakfast is pet-friendly and offers select ground-floor rooms with private entrances for guests traveling with dogs. Children under 12 stay at inclusive rates, making the property accessible for families. The inn provides personalized itinerary suggestions based on each guest's interests for local hiking or historic tours.

• Historic Building: Oldest bed and breakfast in California, built in the 1850s
• Breakfast: Hot, farm-sourced breakfast changing daily
• Gardens: One-acre sanctuary with mature trees, gazebo, and horseshoe pit
• Rooms: Eight individually decorated rooms with canopied memory foam beds
• Location: Walking distance to Ferndale, near Redwood National Park and Lost Coast
• Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with ground-floor rooms