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Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly

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TV
On the beach
Exterior
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 669 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly

Mermaid's Rest is a small, 1969 A-Frame in the small oceanfront community of the Alpine Chalets. We are set in a forested, high-bank oceanfront 7-Acre setting at Otter Rock, along with 10 other privately owned chalets. The community shares a private path with access to the best surfing beach in the area!

Restored to a 1969 vibe, fans of vintage A-Frame villages, surfers, and free spirits will love this spot.

An original "tiny house" village at the beach, this 792 foot A-Frame Chalet has a downstairs and a full upstairs loft. On the main level there is a kitchen, living room with tv, bedroom, and ensuite bath. The upper level loft has 2 twin beds, a half bath, and a sofa with TV. The upstairs sofa makes into a full bed; and loft spaces are open to one another. The lower bedroom has a queen bed. Loft access is by a ladder with rails, so this would not be suitable for a toddler or a child who is not a good stair-climber yet. It's a classic cabin-style, for families and close friends who don't mind sharing space. We have restored this home to its 1969 look in late 2017. You'll love the location, the coziness, and the nostalgic space. Mermaid's Rest is good for couples, solo adventurers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets).

The seven acre grounds include 2 firepits and barbecue areas, park benches, a swing-set, grassy and forested areas. Most of this part of the coast has steep staircases for beach access, so you'll enjoy the stroll down through the beach on a meandering path, with just a few stairs at beach level. Access is about a mile from public access either direction, so this area is much less crowded than other beaches any time of year. Beautiful long view of the beach, from Devils Punchbowl to the North to Yaquina Head lighthouse to the South.

We won't be in your space during your stay, but are often nearby and have staff who can help in the event of an emergency. There is a groundskeeper (Lance) who lives full time on the Alpine Chalets property, in the event of emergency or security issues.

Otter Rock is a small community along the "Otter Crest Loop" a beautiful, scenic section of historic Highway 101 between Newport and Depoe Bay, Oregon. This whole section of the Oregon Coast is "high bank" Oceanfront, with most beach access by steep staircase. Our Alpine Chalets community is special for the 7 acre grounds (shared by only 11 separate Chalets) and for the hiking path down to the beach. The path is a bit steep at the top, but is generally easier to use than public access stairs in this area. Usually deserted and very private, that privacy changes for surf school! We are just south of the popular Otter Rock surfing beach and are perfect for your surf getaway. The old highway is close to Hwy 101. 1 mile North is public access for surfing, the Devils Punchbowl State Park, and Otter Rock Marine Preserve with tidepools. 8 miles south in Newport with shopping, a fishing fleet, charters, and the Oregon Coast Aquarium.

Car is recommended. We are on the Oregon Coast bicycle route; and would be a great stop for hard-care cyclists doing their dream 101 ride. No stairs into unit; main bedroom, bath and kitchen on one level. Please ask if you have accessibility concerns.

2 parking spaces in assigned parking space. Driveway is the far south end of Otter Crest Loop, marked "Alpine Chalets." 10 minute drive South to Newport, 10 minute drive North to Depoe Bay.
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Property manager

John

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 748 sq ft (69 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Otter Rock, OR

What's nearby

  • Devil's Punch Bowl State Natural Area - 17 min walk
  • Beverly Beach State Park - 1 min drive
  • Moolack Beach - 4 min drive
  • Yaquina Head Light House - 9 min drive
  • Nye Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Newport Station - 11 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Izzy's Pizza Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Horn Public House And Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gracie's Sea Hag - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tidal Raves Seafood Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the beach, this chalet is within 1 mi (2 km) of Flying Dutchman Winery, Devil's Punch Bowl State Natural Area, and Beverly Beach State Park. Moolack Beach and Rocky Creek State Scenic Viewpoint are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Mermaid's Rest Oceanfront A Frame Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cara F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute and kitschy
Great location in Otter Rock with private beach access. The cottage is OG vintage with a lot of character. The carpet in the corners of the bedroom looked like it hadn’t been vacuumed in a long time and it was fairly dusty. FYI the stairs to the beach are damaged and unusable, so be prepared to do some light climbing up/down where the wooded path meets the ocean. Fine for us but others may have trouble with this.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mermaid’s Rest - A wonderful place to stay near Newport, OR
We really enjoyed this wonderful A-frame cottage in a coastline complex in Otter Crest, close to Newport, OR. The amenities were very good, nice decor, and the setting was peaceful—less than 0.25 mile walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at Mermaid’s Rest
Mermaid’s Rest was a sweet little spot for our family of 4. We loved the short walk to the beach and the proximity to Otter Rock and Depoe Bay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Home Base for Exploring
I came out here for a long weekend with my daughter. We had no real plans other than that we wanted to explore. Otter Rock is perfectly in between Newport and Depoe Bay. We had no trouble finding our way to the beach and various local attractions. The house instructions were clear and very helpful - I love that you included weather information and recommended attractions, and the "speak like a local" guide. The house itself was tastefully decorated, clean, and had everything we could possibly need. Thanks for the home away from home. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023