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 - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Eel River - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
Bear River Casino - 12 min drive - 10.1 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
Redwood Cafe - 12 min drive
Double D Steak & Seafood - 12 min drive
Starbucks - 14 min drive
About this property
Shaw House Inn
Enjoy your visit to Ferndale with a stay at Shaw House Inn. 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.
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 7 minutes' walk from Ferndale Historic Cemetery.
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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
9.2
Eco-friendliness
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, tasty, and farm-fresh with a variety of options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews
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.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Great breakfast!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Excellent service and beautiful place.
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
AMAZING!!!!!
DiAnn
DiAnn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Comfortable bed, quiet property. Tasty breakfast and lovely staff.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
Quaint and restful. Delightful place to stay.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2023
Nice vintage rooms, tasty breakfast
Chin To
Chin To, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 29, 2025
They place was beautiful. The bed was very uncomfortable. The breakfast was not freshly made.
The clerk was nice.
GUILLARMINA
GUILLARMINA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Welcoming and considerate hosts. Best B&B breakfast I ever had.
Qiao
Qiao, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Wonderful location,staff, and service...5 stars
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 4, 2025
See above
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2023
What a Lovely surprise!
This last minute stay in a town we discovered by accident was just lovely! Nice staff, pretty grounds, tasty breakfast— what else do you need!
Geralyn
Geralyn, 1-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2024
Beautiful crafted house and garden. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable about the area.
Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2023
Loved the charm of the house.
ELAINE
ELAINE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2023
This was a fantastic Inn in the heart of Ferndale. The host was very friendly, suggested places to visit and the breakfast was excellent. The room was very charming and very clean
YANET
YANET, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2023
This was an excellent inn. The food was superior. the room was nice. The ambiance was excellent.
Dave
Dave, 4-night trip
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
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
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2023
Propeety was beautiful and bery clean. Staff was awesome.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
This was my second time here and everything was excellent. It’s a lovely property. The breakfast was small but definitely adequate. The only tiny issue in my room was the difficulty in getting the shower just right. But overall, perfect and not too outrageously expensive.
Neita
Neita, 2-night trip
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
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.