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Posted in Northern California Attractions June 20, 2017 by Jill S.

There’s No House In The World Like This One In Northern California

There are a lot of fabulous and mind-boggling sites in Northern California, but there is only one like this unusual and altogether quirky home. Located in Humboldt County, this unique home is known as the “One Log House” and has been a popular attraction since it was built in the 1940s.

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The One Log House was built in 1946 from a single log from the massive redwood forests. Art Schmock built it on wheels so he could show his family back east the legendary proportions of these trees.

Art intended to have it tour across the country but ran into problems because of its size so it rested in Clam Beach for a time, then the town of Cummings for 25 years, and then 23 years in Phillipsville.

The One Log House moved to its current location in 1999.

It's located off US Highway 101 just south of Garberville near Richardson's Grove State Park on the edge of the Humboldt county/Mendocino county line.

Visitors can now tour the inside of the One Log House, which is cozy and similar to vintage RVs decorated in the same era.

The close quarters include living, dining, & bedroom areas just like any other trailer or motor home.

It's been referred to be some as the "original tiny home."

The One Log House Espresso & Gift Shop is located adjacent to the home and is a great place to stock up on unique redwood gifts, bowls, clocks, chainsaw carvings, toys, apparel, jewelry, souvenirs and more.

It's a lovely place to stop in and have lunch or a cold drink as you continue your tour of the redwoods.

The One Log House was created from a redwood tree over that was 2100 years old and weighed 42 tons. It's an incredible thing to see!

Have you ever visited this quirky home? Tell us what you think about this Northern California attraction in the Facebook comments.

Jill S.

Jill is a freelance writer from a small Northern California town and lives in the Sierra Nevada mountains. If you have an idea for an Only In Northern California story, email her at jsanford@onlyinyourstate.com.