$975,000
6481 Humboldt Hill Road
Eureka, CA 95503
MLS# 271803
4 beds  |  4 baths  |  2535 sqft

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6481 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka, CA 95503
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Open House (03/21/2026 - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm)

Property Description
**OPEN HOUSES Sat 4:00-7:00 and Sunday 1:00-3:00** Set on over 4.5 acres, this rare retreat captures sweeping panoramas of Humboldt Bay and offers an incredible blend of privacy, versatility, and timeless charm. Down the private driveway lies your Humboldt hideaway, named ''Snug Harbor'' by physician/surgeon Dr. John R. Chain Sr. who built the house in 1939. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, where thoughtful improvements meet classic character. Big ticket upgrades include a new roof and gutters, a new furnace, and water heater, and a freshly painted interior. Throughout the home, beautiful hardwood floors, vintage artisan hardware, and distinctive architectural details preserve the warmth and charm that make this property special.

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Listing Information
Status: Active
List Date: 2026-03-18
List Price: $975,000
Current Price: $975,000
Property Description
Type of Property: Residential
Realtor.com Type: Residential - Single Family
Lot Size: 4 - 4.99 Acres
Lot Dimensions: Irregular, see AP Map
Lot Acres: 4.56
Appearance: Good
Garage Type: Carport
Accessory Dwelling Unit: Yes
List Price/SqFt: 384.62
House Description
Year Built: 1940
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 4
Total Rooms: 12
Main House SqFt: 2535
Historic Registry: Unknown
Location Legal and Taxes
Area: South Bay
House Number: 6481
Street Name: Humboldt Hill
Street Suffix: Road
Sub-Area: Eureka
State: CA
Zip Code: 95503
Cross Street: Lee Ln
Directions and Remarks
Directions: Drive up Humboldt HIll Rd until you see a large crossroads of driveways with some large trees on the left just past Lee Lane. You will take a left and drive straight back into the large parking area.
ADU Detail
Occupied Y/N: No
Rented Y/N: No
Attached Y/N: No
Electric Meter: Yes
Gas Meter: Yes
Water Meter: Yes
Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Entry Level: One
Unit 2 Info
Bedrooms: 2
Baths: 1
SqFt: 905
RV Parking
Room for RV Parking: Yes
Miscellaneous
Privacy: Partial
Heating
# of Fireplace: 3
Property Features
ADU Type: ADU
ADU Kitchen Features: Gas Cooktop; Refrigerator
View: Bay; City Lights; Ocean; Panoramic; Pasture; Woods
Zoning: Single Family
Fenced: Partial
Possession: At Close of Escrow
Levels: 2 Story
Siding: Wood
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Construction: Wood Frame
Roof: Composition Shingle; Membrane
Driveway: Shared
Road: Public
Lot Description: Bay View; City Lights View; Green Belt; Panoramic View; Pasture/Field; Pasture View; Sloping; Wooded; Horse Property
Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas; Woodstove
Water: Public
Sewer: Public
Exterior Amenities: Deck; Garden Area; Out Building
Utilities: Circuit Breaker; Electric; Gas; TV Cable
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar; Cooktop; Countertops Tile; Dining in Kitchen; Dishwasher; Pantry; Refrig
Dining: Built-in Cabinets; Deck Off; Formal; Large; Open; View
Living: Deck Off; Fireplace; Large; View
Laundry: Dryer; Washer
1st Floor: 2nd Primary; 3rd Bedroom; Primary Bedroom
2nd Floor: 4th Bedroom
Flooring: Hardwood; Plank; Tile; Vinyl
Financing Terms: Cash; Conventional; Private Funding
Supplements
Expansive bay-facing windows frame the ever-changing views of Humboldt Bay, while a large deck overlooks the one-acre pasture below--perfect for horses. It's an inviting space to relax, entertain, and take in stunning sunsets or moonrises. Additionally, the property includes two other houses--a cottage and a studio apartment plus an attached art-studio with its own entrance. The cottage is a beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom, 1-bath and vaulted ceiling living room. Wisteria vines cover the porch and a cozy deck overlooks a small fenced yard and the pasture below. Panoramic bay views can be enjoyed from its deck, kitchen and bedroom. Recent upgrades include a new water heater and heating system, new flooring, modern lighting and a newly painted interior. The large studio apartment includes an entry deck, main room, kitchen, and bathroom w/ shower. All windows are western facing offering abundant natural light, and Humboldt Bay views. Recent upgrades include a new roof and chimney for the wood burning stove, and newer wooden flooring. Attached to the the apartment studio, with its own entrance, is a charming art studio, complete with its own bathroom + shower, kitchenette, mini-loft, vaulted ceilings, and a wood burning stove--an inspiring space to create, work, or retreat. Recent upgrades include a freshly painted ceiling, a new roof and chimney. Together, these three homes and an art studio create a highly unique and flexible layout, ideal for multi-generational living, rental income potential, guest accommodations, or extra space for your visitors to share your private slice of paradise. All the residences are set in the center of the property surrounded by mature gardens with privacy hedges, extended lawns, apple and plum trees, wild rose vines, and a rhododendron garden. Beyond the homes and gardens, the land itself is just as inspiring. The upper portion of the property offers two acres of tranquil forested sanctuary, while the one acre lower pasture (newly fenced with a run-in shelter and adjoining storage room) opens up endless possibilities from gardening and hobby farming, to anything you envision. A unique opportunity to own a remarkable Humboldt Hill estate that incorporates privacy, space, views, versatility, and value, "Snug Harbor" is on the market for the first time since 1969, and is poised for her next chapter. This is a property you don't want to miss! Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Office: Corcoran Icon Properties Eureka

Last Updated: March - 19 - 2026

6481 Humboldt Hill Road, Eureka, CA 95503 - MLS# 271803

Based on information from the Humboldt Association of REALTORS® (alternatively, from the Humboldt MS), as of (date the AOR/MLS data was obtained on .) All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be verified by broker for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Copyright 2020 (year) Humboldt Association of Realtors®. All rights reserved.

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