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Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views

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Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 588 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

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

Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views

Cottage by the Sea

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This warm, inviting and recently renovated Rockaway Beach getaway sits on the west side of Highway 101, just across a quiet street from miles of sandy beach. Perfect for memorable family vacations, this three bedroom cottage is filled with cozy charm and nestled between a natural wetland pond and the ocean in the popular southern area of town. From the moment you first drive up, you'll be charmed by the beachy exterior and big front porch, complete with Adirondack chairs for sitting back and relaxing with a morning cup of coffee!

Once inside, there's ample coastal character, with ship replicas on the mantle, a white paneled ceiling, and seashells decorating the tables; but, you'll also find a touch of traditional style courtesy the oriental rugs and hardwood floors. There's a colorful brick wood fireplace so bring some wood with you, cable TV with DVD player, comfy seating, and room for the whole family to spread out and watch a movie or find their own quiet place to curl up with a good book.

The full kitchen is well-stocked with all the appliances, pots and pans, dishes, cooking utensils, and dinnerware you need to serve a group of hungry beachcombers. Pick up some fresh seafood at the market and whip up a delicious fish dinner in no time! There's even a dishwasher for easy clean-up. The full-sized washer and dryer are also located in the kitchen and ready for your wet beach clothes after a day of exploring.

A formal dining room has ample seating for meals or there's plenty of space on the back deck to have an outdoor feast. Accessed through a glass door from the kitchen, the deck is outfitted with an outdoor table and patio umbrella for shade. After spending the day at the beach, fire up the gas grill and cook up some juicy burgers for a laid-back summer barbecue. And, after the kids have gone to bed, you can spend cool, clear evenings on the deck with a glass of wine.

This home has three bedrooms and one full bath, all located on one level. Two of the bedrooms contain trundle day beds, each with its own collection of colorful throw pillows. With flexibility in mind, these beds can convert into two twin-sized beds, perfect for two younger kids to share a room, or stay as a single twin bed for an older child. These rooms are decorated pleasingly for maximum comfort, with dressers, reading lamps, and soft bedding. The couch in the living room converts to a queen-sized pull-out sofa bed for extra sleeping options.

The third bedroom has a full-sized bed with a cozy comforter, bedside table, reading lamp, and a window that lets in lots of natural light. It has a vintage, vintage-chic feel that will have its occupants feeling soothed and contented in no time. With its three bedrooms, this cute little cottage will sleep everyone comfortably. It's also dog-friendly as well, so bring your furry family member along for some quality time playing in the surf for an additional fee.

While this cottage is definitely welcoming and very comfortable, one of the best features is its prime location. Right off the back patio and yard is a large, natural wetland pond with lily pads, aquatic plants, and other scenic features. A very relaxing afternoon can be had watching the kids play in the back or being on the lookout for great blue herons out in the pond.

With beach access right across the street, you are literally steps from miles of pristine sandy beach. Spend the day building sand castles, flying kites, looking for shells, or simply laying out under a big umbrella. The cottage is also located only a half mile north of one of the most recognizable views in Rockaway Beach: Twin Rocks. Be sure to bring your camera for some stunning sunset pictures starring this geologic feature.

Want a little change from all the peacefulness of your beach cottage? Head about a mile north and hit the quaint downtown area for shops, restaurants, and galleries. Stock up on local saltwater taffy and handcrafted fudge at The Picnic Basket, or maybe start the day with a hearty homemade breakfast at the Whale Spout.

For a fun day trip, drive north up the coast stopping at Wheeler for a little antiquing, Manzanita for lunch at Bread and Ocean, then onto Cannon Beach for an afternoon of hiking in Ecola State Park or gallery-hopping along the picturesque downtown streets.

If you're ready to make some family vacation memories on the Oregon coast, come enjoy this cute and cozy Cottage by the Sea!

THINGS TO KNOW
To provide you more comfort, this charming vacation rental has a heat pump which will truly make a difference in the winter months.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 947 sq ft (88 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 10:00 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
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 40 lbs each.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

754

About the neighborhood

Map
Rockaway Beach, OR

What's nearby

  • Rockaway Beach - 4 min walk
  • Manhattan Beach - 3 min drive
  • Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad - 6 min drive
  • Nehalem Beach - 11 min drive
  • Kelly's Brighton Marina LLC - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pronto Pup - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Grumpy's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Edge Espresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Downie's Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Garibaldi Portside Bistro - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Rockaway Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Manhattan Beach and The Three Graces. Nehalem River and Nehalem Bay State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Dog-friendly, welcoming classic beach cottage with water views Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick beach trip
Quaint house, very comfy, well equipt, pup friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Twin Rocks stay
We gathered to remember a lost sister. All of her kids and grandkids came, from far to be here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

summer s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and cozy
Beautiful property. Has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We had a nice time in Rockaway beach. This home was nice and cozy with great personal touches throughout. Pet friendly, short walk to beach. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beds not comfortable!!!
Very beachie decorations. Fireplace did not work very well. Close to beach. Nice property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach getaway!
Great cottage for a small group. Huge fireplace, well-appointed kitchen, minutes to beach - we had a great stay. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice
Stayed warm on a cold sunny weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harriet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy coastal retreat
Relaxing stay in cute, cozy well appointed cottage, pre-Christmas. Easy walk to beach, comfy beds, neat and clean!
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cute cozy little house in a great quiet location close to the beach. Kitchen and bathrooms were very clean, but being a pet friendly house the comforters on the beds should be cleaned after each visit. I found a nasty smelling dog spot on the main bedroom extra comforter on the foot of the bed. And the house is old so if staying in the winter it gets cold in the bedrooms due to no central heating, but they provide plenty of space heaters. Kitchen is well stocked and there are lots of games and books to entertain you. I love the added touch of the historical black and white photos of the house and its first owners. The only other downfall about this house is that it’s operated by Vacasa. They have less than desirable customer service and are the only company I know that only provides a “starter kit” of two rolls of toilet paper for your stay…the rest is up to you to provide. How hard is it to leave a couple extra rolls under the sink??
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip!
It was a great trip. The house was clean and nice and cozy. The oven was broken, but we didn’t end up needing it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, peaceful solitude
Although suitable in size for a family, friend, or sister getaway, I enjoyed a week of solitude free from obligations and stresses. I enjoyed sitting at the bench by the lilly pond in the back yard watching the birds by day and listening to the frogs in the evening. I made it through the whole Debbie Macomber's The Cottage by the Sea book provided, a perfect surprise. With the beach access so close by I could get in a walk between cloud bursts on most days and on clear days enjoy lunch with my toes in the sand while sketching Twin Rocks, front and center. A lovely place to spend my first solo vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tehry S., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcome to Rockaway
This was the perfect little cottage for catching up and hanging out with family. Close enough to hear the ocean and a short walk to the beach and Twin Rocks literally greets you - what a beautiful sunset! I could imagine staying at Cottage by the Sea for weeks and being perfectly content.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T., Roscoe, MT

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Very cute beach cottage with short walk. Dog loved the beach Flying kites where an added treat. It was small with three bedrooms and one bathroom. Had everything thing for your convenience. It was exactly as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage
We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rockaway Beach
Just as an additional note, there were numerous whale trinkets. We are avid scuba divers and cherish any encounters with whales. We lived in Palau an on our surface interval a sperm whales surfaced and hung out with us for 20+ minutes. We also spent 10 days north of the Dominican Republic. Humpbacks travel to the Dominican Republic to calf. We were allowed to snorkel up to the whales.What a very spiritual and wonderful experience. Obviously the whales made our experience very warm. I loved the whale tail towel hooks. What a special rental unit. Larry
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

John B., Albany

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
My wife and I enjoyed a lovely weekend stay at this cottage. Steps to the beach and very quiet. It's about a 20-25 minute walk into Rockaway Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Laura G., Boise, Id

Not bad...
The house was clean, just cluttered with furniture. It’s a small house, with enough pieces to furnish a place three times its size. I couldn’t turn around without tripping over something. In the small living room there were two full size couches, two accent chairs, a wooden chair, a dog kennel serving as a table, a full sized dresser, a bakers rack, three ottomans, and five small tables. If the home were decluttered it would be so much better. By the time you bring your luggage in, there’s no room to turn around and our family was constantly tripping over each other. The beds were comfy and I loved that the two rooms with twins had trundles. It made sleeping the kids easy. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook our meals. All though the coffee pot was left dirty with used grounds, the rest was clean and ready to use. The home is an easy, short stroll to the beach. We loved our daily walks on the sand! The tv flickers, but we found instructions on how to stop that and they worked! So no worries there. I would revoke having a yard sale and let go of some furniture to make the place great! By the end of our trip I was fantasizing about doing it myself. ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Quaint, homey, very comfortable, quiet and close to the beach
Lots of family history in this little bungalow. I could not get enough of the landscaping: huge hydrangea, honeysuckle, and more. The bath and kitchen have been updated and there are plenty of utensils and cookware, all of which is great shape which is not always the case at some rentals. Mattresses were very comfy. Thank you—I wish I was there today
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

4th of July beach getaway!
Rockaway is perfectly situated for day trips to Cannon Beach, Seaside and Tillamook. The little cottage was nicely decorated as the pictures show and large hydrangea bushes were blooming. We used all 3 bedrooms and one of the couches for 4 adults and a 4 month old. Bedrooms are tiny, just for sleeping. It had a large table in dining room and plenty of seating in the living room. The kitchen was fine and included a stove, microwave, large refrigerator, dishwasher and washer and dryer. It's a short walk to the beach and the Twin Rocks are right there. Rockaway put on an awesome fireworks display in town and one on the beach. They also had a 4th of July parade. I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

regina e.

Perfect little cottage for our beach wedding weekend!
This little house was perfect for us! My husband and I were married in a little church in Rockaway Beach. I found this house online on a whim. I needed an affordable house near Rockaway as kind of a base for our little family. Wow! What a gem! More then exceeded my expectations. The old family photographs on the dining room wall of the house and really made the house even more special. I loved the old, cozy feeling. The kitchen was bright and well stocked. Loved the décor. Used the big fireplace 2 nights. Our family of 6 were comfortable. Our 2 4 -year- olds and dog used the large back deck and yard. It was a short walk to the beautiful, secluded, large beach. I loved hearing the frogs in the pond and the crickets. I loved the sound of the train rumbling by. I would highly recommend this house. Also, VRBO was so easy to work with. I had to call a few times. Once when the kennel arrangements for my dog fell through and we ended up having to bring the dog, then when we decided we wanted to extend our stay by one night. I was very impressed with the service and prompt response and how easy they made everything. The whole experience made my wedding weekend even more special.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2016