The Ship's Inn Bed & Breakfast

Grand Victorian, originally built for a Sea Captain by a master shipbuilder, in 1887. Newly restored by a Navy family, keeping its Victorian Virtue but christened with nautical charm. A lovely Garden in back fully compliments the restorative nature of the Inn. Just a few blocks to historic OldTown, shops and restaurants but in a quiet, residential neighborhood. The Ship's Inn offers a peaceful retreat with breakfasts especially prepared to please.

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"Nice and comfortable" 11/5/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

I was truly amazed at how clean everything was. Ms. Wood knows that attention to detail makes all the difference in the world. Everything was warm and welcoming, not rough around the edges, as some B&B's can get. Had a wonderful time.... read more


"Wonderful atmosphere and InnKeepers" 10/21/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

I have used the Ships Inn as my home away from home when on business in Eureka and have felt as comfortable as if I were at home. The building has been lovingly decorated in the nautical theme its name suggests and Genie and Jim, the innkeepers are... read more


"Delightful B&B" 10/20/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Ship's Inn. I felt right at home immediately. The room was wonderful filled with little afternoon treats. The breakfasts were delicious. I would highly recommend it.

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"Last minute stay" 9/30/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

I made our reservation for the wrong day but fortunately Genie had a room available on short notice. She hurried to get the room ready and we had a delightful stay. The breakfast was wonderful and Genie was very friendly and helpful. The room... read more


"Excrutiating Attention to Detail" 9/17/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

We could not have had a better stay. The breakfasts were simply the finest I've ever encountered at any B&B anywhere. The innkeeper gave me the impression that if I were to ask for the formula for cold fusion, she would have found it.... read more


"A Historic Place to Visit" 9/10/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

We found the innkeeper to be friendly and accommodating and found the inn to be full of beautiful touches and details.

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"Fabulous, Unique Bed and Breakfast" 9/9/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

Wow, the Ship's Inn exceeded our expectations in every possible way. The rooms were lovely, the food incredible, and Genie, the owner and innkeeper was simply exceptional. She was attentive but not at all intrusive and incredibly kind. She even... read more


"Wonderful time at The Ship's Inn" 8/30/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

We had a wonderful stay at the Ship's Inn. Genie (the owner) was very warm and helpful, the room was beautifully decorated, and breakfast was great. We will definitely return to this quaint B-and-B when we have a reason to stay in Eureka.

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"Wonderful place to stay" 8/3/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

The room was comfortable even with the bath across the hall. Breakfast here is the best I have found anywhere. So close to old town, a car is left at the curb. The entire neighborhood is filled with quaint houses. Such a grand stay, I can't say... read more


"Great stay in Eureka at Ship's Inn" 6/20/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

My husband and I were touring CA for our 50th Anniversary and included a delightful stay at the Ship's Inn. Genie made it all so special from the wonderful breakfast to the bedtime "treats", and all the personal touches she provided to... read more


"Excelent place to stay" 6/20/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

The breakfast was terrific and served early as we had to get down the road to meet some other folks. The room was extremely clean but best of all were the fresh strawberries that were extremely sweet. read more


"Excellent Bed & Breakfast " 5/10/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Excellent B&B. Well located close to Historic Downtown. House and rooms nicely finished to provide period feeling without being over done. Excellent breakfast seved in dining room. Gracious and helpful host Stayed 4/28/09

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"Great place to stay" 4/28/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Charming innkeeper who makes herself available, never intrusive. Room was very quiet, clean, and attractive.

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"Warm & Inviting B&B" 4/28/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

My husband and I felt truly welcome and at home in this lovely Bed and Breakfast. Genie has so many thoughtful touches that made us feel truly pampered. We used this B&B as our "home base" while we toured the Redwoods. It was a great... read more


"Lovely Stay" 4/27/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Nice room, wonderful breakfasts. Clean and Genie was very attentive and friendly. Only drawback is that it is not in the nicest part of Eureka. read more


"A warm welcome" 4/22/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

My daughter and I received a warm welcome from Genie. We would gladly return to the Ship's Inn B&B. As we've traveled much, we appreciate "personal touch and individual warmth" as value added to our vacation experience. The very... read more


"Ship's Inn, April 2009" 4/21/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

We stayed one night and the facility and food were excellent. genie is also very helpful i finding things in town and makes the stay wonderful!!! the breakfast was wonderful!!!!

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"A lovely B and B in Eureka" 4/20/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Every little detail was/is meticulously thought of and attended to by Genie. That is what makes the difference between an average B and B and an outstanding one....everything at this B and B is above par and I would recommend it to anyone traveling... read more


"RELAXING..RELAXING..RELAXING" 1/13/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

Genie was absolutly wonderful. Even though I was traveling alone for business, she made a great breakfast and made me feel at home. i will definalty be visitng again,,but next time on vacation!

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"Beautiful B&B" 1/8/2009
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Stayed On: 12/2008

The Ship's Inn is a warm and inviting B&B, with Genie offering an amazing hospitality. The rooms are beautiful, the food fabulous, and I felt very welcome and cared for. Its location is perfect for visiting the coastal redwoods and Victorian... read more


"North Coast outpost" 12/7/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

We ranged north, south, and west from our comfy little HQ here -- on foot, by bicycle, and in a car -- and MAYBE it was that the weather was fantastic, but I will always remember this long weekend at Genie's place.

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"Wonderful trip!" 11/16/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

We stayed at the Ship's Inn over the Columbus Day weekend, and thoroughly enjoyed it! The room was very comfortable and private. Our favorite part of the stay was breakfast - we woke up each morning wondering what would be for breakfast. It was... read more


"A delightful stay behind the redwood curtain..." 11/10/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

The Ship's Inn is the only place we stay when we visit our old stomping grounds these days. Jenie's home is warm and welcoming; clean and bright; and the most fantastic breakfasts! We love staying here. The captain's room is absolutely phenomenal! read more


"A Very Pleasant Stay" 10/29/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

My wife and I were returning home from a three day trip in Oregon and wanted to drive Hwy 101 down the coast to return to the San Francisco Bay area. We stayed at this inn because the rates were reasonable. It is in town and at first glance appears... read more


"Delightful!" 10/22/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

The room was charming, and our hostess Genie was generous and just the right amount of attentive. Breakfast was a grand feast, and our fellow guests turned out to be very interesting company over the meal. I will happily stay here again. Highly... read more


"Ship's Inn beautiful and comfortable" 10/22/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

We stayed here while passing through Eureka on vacation and I would definitely recommend it. We arrived a bit early but Genie, the owner welcomed us and allowed us to check in. The house was a charming and attractively furnished Victorian home... read more


"One night only" 10/13/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

It was a pity we could stay only for one night. Genie was a perfect hostess.

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"Lovely stay at Ships Inn" 10/7/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Genie was the consummate hostess in the presentation of the morning breakfast, the elegant spread of food and the overall enthusiasm of the staff to please all who stayed at the Inn. The morning breakfast was the perfect beginning for a day of sight... read more


"Great Hostess" 9/28/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

I have stayed at several B&B's and this one is very good. Genie is very nice and cooks a good, wholesome breakfast. The accomodation is like being in a turn of the century house, but modernized. The bed was very comfortable and I slept the whole... read more


"prefect" 9/25/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

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"Just Enchanting and Perfect!" 7/25/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We were wondering a bit about our choice when we first drove up, as the neighborhood didn't seem great. Once we walked in, however, all concern evaporated as Genie's daughter escorted us into a gorgeously appointed house of enchantment! We stayed... read more


"Happy Sails at the ShipsInn" 7/25/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Genie is a gracious and thoughtful hostess, with a 100 % attention to detail. We arrived as "deckhands" and left felling like "admirals". read more


"Beautiful Inn - Fabulous Hostess!" 7/24/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We were on a road trip up the coast and had reservations at the Ship's Inn. We were behind schedule and going to arrive very late so I gave Genie a call to let her know. She sounded slightly surprised, but very gracious and told us to come... read more


"Stay at Ship's Inn B & B" 7/18/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

The inn was very charming. It had been set up with much love and the service gave us the feeling of being very welcome!

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"Fabulous Service!" 7/14/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The proprietor of this B & B anticipated our every need and went above and beyond in service!

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"Great people and B&B" 7/12/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Has been a great night in Eureka while traveling USA for tourism. My wife loves room’s deco. Breakfast was really nice and abundant. I will come back again when possible. Thanks a lot Gennie read more


"Great B and B" 7/9/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We loved the old mansion and the rooms. It is close to old town and all the restaurants. The innkeepers were outstanding as was the breakfast. We wish we could have stayed more than one night and plan to return for a longer stay. Excellent value!

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"Ship's Inn Review" 7/9/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

The Ship's Inn was very nice. The staff were great and very accomodating. The room was clean and tidy. The breakfast was very good but if you have special requests you need to tell them in advance otherwise you do not have a choice of food for... read more


"great stay" 7/9/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Great host, good food, great rooms. It's also within walking distance of old town.

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"Great getaway" 7/9/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Breakfast was fantastic!!! Hospitality was excellent, and the room was charming and comfortable. We have tempurpedic mattress at home and we found the bed in the Captains Qtrs to be just as comfortable if not more. Sincerely H & E

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"Outstanding Visit" 6/30/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We were driving up the coast line from Menlo Park, CA to Seattle, WA and decided to stay in 2 Bed and Breakfast along the way. I could not have been more pleased with our stay at The Ship's Inn and the warm welcome we had. Felt like I was back in... read more


"Excellent B&B!!!!!" 6/30/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Ships in B&B was a great place to stay! Our room was extremely comfortable, clean & quiet. The cookies & strawberries before bed we are nice touch and breakfast in the morning was outstanding! Would highly recommend staying there if... read more


"My ship came in." 6/12/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The Ship's Inn is in town, but off the main traffic route. It's near all the downtown action but but away from the traffic, it's nice and quite. Genie is a gem!

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"ships inn" 6/1/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

very nice stay, great breakfast and wonderful historic house.

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"Great place to stay!" 5/26/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We stayed at the Ship's Inn B and B for our son's graduation weekend. We had 3 rooms so it really felt like a home away from home. We pulled in late the night we got there, and Genie was gracious about letting us in at 11:30 p.m. I confess we were... read more

Innkeeper Response
How nice it was to host your family for your son's graduation! I appreciate all the wonderful comments you made as well. About the neighborhood, I'm sure you realized when you saw it by day that it isn't industrial at all. The car dealership down the way is closed after 5 PM and the vacant lots on the corners which I advise guests when giving direction, actually make this a very quiet residential neighborhood. Anything built on those lots are subject to architectural review because of the historical nature of the area. It gives us the better part of both worlds being so quiet and peaceful but just a few blocks to the wonderful shops and restaurants, namely OldTown. I'm glad your concerns were quickly put to rest. It was such a pleasure having you here!

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"We recommend this B&B" 5/16/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Nice place, great location, frindly hosts. Would stay there again

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"It was swell" 5/11/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We had a very pleasant stay. The innkeeper is very kind, thoughtful and an excellent cook.

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"Ships Inn stay May 2008" 5/10/2008
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Overall everything was very clean, elegant and well kept. Genie made an excellent breakfast for us, and was a very sweet host. The only minor complaint was that when I went to take a bath, there were hairs in the tub, so I opted for a shower. oh... read more

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Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review! Of course I am very concerned about the hair in the tub and want to say, that is every innkeeper's dread. I vowed it would never happen here. These tubs are made for soaking and I truly wish you had let me know so you could have. I appreciate that you plan to return and the many very nice comments. It encourages me to keep doing what I love. Thanks again!

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"Great for a fun weekend get away" 5/6/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

Extremely convenient check-in for late arrivals. Outstanding food. Loved having coffee ready in the mornings. Was a very nice weekend get away 3-hours from home.

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"Comfort,coziness,charm" 5/5/2008
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Stayed On: 12/2007

We've been treated wonderfully, warmly, and attentively at The Ship's Inn -- from the muffins and chocolates in our room, to sumptuous breakfasts in the charming dining room, awesome seasonal decorations, and delightful rooms (the teenagers loved... read more


"Wonderful Bed & Breakfast" 5/1/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

The Ship's Inn in Eureka is a very charming and warm bed and breakfast. Genie is a very friendly and gracious host. Our breakfasts were wonderful and very filling. It is only minutes from walking to the bay and all over old town. I met my daughter... read more


"Honeymoon Haven" 5/1/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

My husband and I spent our wedding night at the Ships Inn in January of 2008. We were delighted by our comfortable and cozy room (the Captain's quarters) and with the warm reception that we received from the staff, who were excited to see us. The... read more


""Heart"-warming Thoughtfulness" 5/1/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Don't let the commercial-looking neighborhood put you off when you arrive at this wonderful, comfortable B&B. Once inside the grand ship-themed house and in the care of the warm and intelligent hostess, Genie, you'll feel as if you were in a... read more


"Excellent B&B" 4/30/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

We stayed at the Ship's Inn on April 20th 2008 for one night in the Mission Room and we really enjoyed it. We had just completed a drive through the Redwoods and this was a great place to rest. The house is Victorian with a nautical theme throughout... read more


"Ship's Inn" 4/30/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

The Ship's Inn was a great little getaway close to the downtown, yet in the residential neighborhood. Genie did a great job to make us feel welcome and the Inn has been beautifully restored with all its history intact.

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"Relaxing and comfortable anniversary stay" 4/30/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2007

We stayed in the Mission Room for our anniversary last July. The room was beautifull and the bed was incredibly comfortable. We enjoyed strolling through the art district of old town Eureka and the easy walk back to the inn. Our host, Genie,... read more


"The Ship's Inn was Fabulous" 4/30/2008
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We stayed in the Mission Room for two nights. The room was spacious, clean and homey. The bathroom was also good sized and the claw foot tub was wonderful addition to the atmosphere. Genie welcomed us with a vase of flowers and cookies. Shopping... read more


"Wonderful Stay" 11/6/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

So enjoyed our stay and the special touches of a B & B. Breakfasts were great and the night time snacks a nice surprise. Spent 3 nights the end of October and the last night was our anniversay. They made it so special by placing flowers,... read more


"The Garden Cottage" 10/15/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

Stayed here in the springtime with my husband and son. It was great to have a space with a kitchen. Breakfasts were yummy and we felt very accommodated. Beds were comfy and restful. The innkeepers were very sweet.

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"What a Pleasure" 5/24/2007
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Stayed On: 5/2007

Everything about the Ships Inn is outstanding, confort, decor, amenities etc. Genie is a wonderful host, thoughtful and considerate, and breakfast was just delightful. She made our stay a joy.

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Innkeeper Response
Thank you! Thank You! I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay and have taken the time to write such a wonderful review. It is very encouraging to me to know my guests did leave rested,fed and happy. I love what I do and I love meeting such wonderful people. Thank you again and God Bless. Genie

- Genie (innkeeper)

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The Ship's Inn Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
The Ship's Inn Bed & Breakfast, Eureka, CA - Inn
The Ship's Inn Bed & Breakfast
821 D Street
Eureka, CA 95501
USA
Phone: +1-707-443-7583
Fax: +1-707-443-6215
Cellular: +1-707-599-8270
Toll-free: +1-877-443-7583
Innkeeper(s)
Genie Wood
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$130 - $175
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