Gingerbread Mansion Bed & Breakfast - Ferndale
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AAA Four Diamond bed and breakfast in a historic Queen Anne Victorian
Accommodations & Architecture
The Gingerbread Mansion in Ferndale offers 11 suites with private bathrooms, each with Eastlake and Queen Anne architectural details. Rooms include private balconies and fireplaces, with the Veneto and Strawberry Hill rooms featuring hand-painted murals and cast iron bathtubs. The property also has a wheelchair-friendly suite and a lift for disabled guests.
Dining & Social Hours
Guests receive a daily gourmet breakfast with rotating dishes like buttermilk waffles and chia seed pudding. Complimentary high tea and wine are served each afternoon in the garden or parlors, with homemade snacks and charcuterie boards. The innkeeper Olivia prepares the food, and dietary needs such as gluten-free waffles are accommodated.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Gingerbread Mansion is located in the historic town of Ferndale, known for its art galleries and antique shops. Humboldt Redwoods State Park and the Avenue of the Giants scenic drive are a short drive away. Centerville Beach offers whale watching opportunities, and the property is 57 km from Arcata-Eureka Airport.
Grounds & Accessibility
The hotel has a beautiful English garden with outdoor furniture and a picnic area for relaxation. A business center, concierge service, and luggage storage are available for guests. The garden is accessible, and the property includes street parking and free off-site private parking.
Awards & Recognition
The Gingerbread Mansion is the only bed and breakfast in Humboldt County to hold the AAA Four Diamond Award. This recognition places it among the top accommodations in Northern California for service and quality. The hotel is a landmark in California's Victorian history, often photographed for its unique architecture.
- Awards: Only AAA Four Diamond bed and breakfast in Humboldt County
- Rooms: 11 suites with private balconies and fireplaces
- Dining: Gourmet breakfast and afternoon tea with wine daily
- Location: Near Humboldt Redwoods State Park and Avenue of the Giants
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly suite and lift available
- Activities: Complimentary high tea and wine in garden parlors
Rooms and availability
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Off-site car park
Bar/ Lounge area
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Massage
Flat-screen TV
Business centre
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Massage
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Gingerbread Mansion Bed & Breakfast
| 💵 Lowest room price | 241 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 58.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Arcata-Eureka, ACV |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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