Your peaceful home base for Siskiyou County adventures. This 3-bedroom cottage is tucked privately among neighbors' backyards—quiet but walkable to Etna Brewery (5 min), Denny Bar (6 min), and Farmhouse Bakery (5 min). After hiking the Marble Mountains, return to your private yard with goldfish pond and shade trees. Fully stocked kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, reliable wifi, blackout curtains. As a 5-year Superhost responding within an hour, I'm here to make your mountain escape perfect.
The space
The Main Street Cottage is in the heart of a quiet mountain town, tucked privately among neighbors' backyards—you might miss it from the street if you blink. This charming 1949 cottage has been completely refinished with new flooring, paint, insulation, windows, and appliances, making it the perfect base for work stays, family visits, or exploring Siskiyou County's outdoor adventures.
Inside, you'll find:
Kitchen & Dining: Sunny dining area adjacent to a fully stocked kitchen with full-size refrigerator, electric range, and everything you need to cook meals. Apartment-sized washer and dryer on-site for your convenience.
Downstairs Bedrooms: Two cozy bedrooms (master bed has a queen bed and smaller bedroom has a full) with blackout curtains and charming built-in dressers. Windows overlook the large yard and leafy shade trees.
Upstairs Loft: Sunny 300-square-foot bedroom with queen bed, vintage dresser, and a book nook with leather loveseat. Views of the yard and trees make this a peaceful retreat. Small table perfect for quiet laptop time or remote work.
Bathroom: Efficiently designed with tub/shower combo and adjacent linen closet for storage.
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, reliable wifi, and landline phone for local calls.
The Vibe: Peaceful, minimal decor that lets you breathe and unwind. This isn't cluttered or overly styled—it's a clean, calm space designed for rest and rejuvenation after your outdoor adventures.
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. It's the peaceful mountain living you're looking for.
Perfect Outdoor Adventure Base:
Marble Mountains Wilderness: 30 minutes
Swimming and paddleboarding at Lake Siskiyou: 45 minutes
Skiing at Mt. Shasta: 1 hour
Hiking, fishing, and mountain biking trails throughout Siskiyou County
The Peaceful Advantage: Unlike properties right downtown, you're tucked privately among backyards with mature trees—peaceful birdsong instead of street noise—yet everything is a short 5-6 minute walk. It's the best of both worlds: tranquil retreat that's still walkable to dining and essentials.
The Etna Experience: Step outside and walk to Denny Bar (SF Chronicle-featured), Etna Brewery, Farmhouse Bakery, plus the grocery store, library, coffee shops, and all of downtown Etna's charm—all within 5-6 minutes on foot.
Guest access
The whole house is yours!
Check-in: Self check-in with lockbox (code provided before arrival)
Parking: Free on-site parking in the driveway
What's included: Full access to the entire cottage, yard, and all amenities. The kitchen is fully stocked, and you're welcome to use the washer/dryer, outdoor spaces, and everything in between.
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 but tucked away from street noise—the ideal balance of peaceful and convenient. You'll want a car for exploring the wider Siskiyou County area and outdoor adventures like the Marble Mountains, Lake Siskiyou, and Mt. Shasta ski resort.
Other things to note
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 in a quiet residential neighborhood—tucked among neighbors' backyards with mature shade trees. You'll hear birds singing and occasionally a neighbor's cow, not traffic or street noise. Yet you're still 5-6 minutes on foot from all of downtown Etna. It's perfect for outdoor adventurers who want a tranquil home base and families seeking authentic small-town living. The vintage charm (built 1949, lovingly updated) adds character without sacrificing comfort.
