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Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly

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Dining
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
Nestled mere minutes from town, River Otter offers a peaceful retreat along the river. Enjoy fishing right off the dock or relax on chilly days next to the fireplace. With a full kitchen and high-speed WiFi, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6560 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly

River Otter

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Everything you need for a coastal riverfront getaway in a charming little cabin. Find yourself taking in wonderful views of the river and sunrises at this fantastic updated light, bright concept Nehalem home with large picture windows. The quaint towns of Nehalem, Manzanita, and Wheeler are only a short drive away with lots of shops, cafes, and restaurants to explore.

The River Otter is the perfect place to watch tidal changes, seals, otters, and birds including Purple Martins that travel from South America each summer to nest. There's plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the views from the dock, deck, or backyard, or relax indoors on cold days in the comfy furniture in front of the LED fireplace.

Launch your kayak or paddle board from the private dock and explore the scenic Nehalem River. You can also bring your boat to go crabbing or fish for legendary Salmon and Steelhead that run up the river. Be sure to bring your hiking and beach gear as the dramatic Oregon Coast is just a short drive away.

Inside, this gem boasts all the comforts of home including a well-stocked kitchen with newer appliances an open living area with high-speed Wi-Fi, and a smart 4K flat-screen TV for watching your favorite movies or just snuggling up with a good book.

Don't miss out on this truly special getaway and book your stay today!

Things to Know
Netflix streaming (guests need own account)
Dog-friendly

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Dock details: Private dock is just a few steps from the front door. There is not a boat launch on the property. The nearest boat launch is the Tillamook County Boat Launch, 2.6 miles away on Hwy 101 just South of Nehalem.



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

Internet

  • Available in the house: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 560 square feet

Policies

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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

73060

About the neighborhood

Map
Nehalem, OR

What's nearby

  • Nehalem Bay State Park - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Manzanita Golf Course - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Nehalem Beach - 14 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Kelly's Brighton Marina LLC - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 24 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manzanita News & Espresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bunk House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A Mighty Thai - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Neahkahnie Smoke House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wanda's Cafe + Bakery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Nehalem River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nehalem H Street Dock and Nehalem City Park. Nehalem Bay Winery is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

House was accommodating and a great location with a personal dock. Would stay here again, close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Salmon getaway

Great place to stay with a boat. Dock and house are well cared for. Great place to stay and have boat ready to go for fishing and crabbing. House is well furnished and
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David & Christianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February Getaway

Was a great experience! Loved the area and the place was very neat and clean with well maintained amenities and utensils for cooking. Peaceful location and would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ruth r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nehalem riverfront

Very nice, comfortable, beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Scott H.

Otter pop

Convenient location on a quiet river with wildlife in all directions. Salmon jumping and birds floating by this cozy retreat. Large picture window and all the amenities you will require for your stay. Great communication from Vacasa to get you in with a code and make your stay favorable. A bit difficult with parking and access into the property but manageable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We didn’t want to leave!

Nicely remodeled small house. Lots of added little touches like solar lights around the property. The decor is perfect and the kitchen is stocked with everything we needed. We tied our boat up to the nice dock and fished every day then got to relax in this beautiful house and watch the river. There are river otters who play in the evening around the dock. I would buy this house if they were selling!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

dean m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

code for lock box incorrect

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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Stay and privacy interrupted by staff

During what we thought would be a private stay at this lovely home Vacasa staff accessed the property at 2pm to perform general maintenance such as changing keys in the lock box and replacing signage. We had no warning so our privacy was violated as the maintenance person came onto the deck and looked into the large picture windows where we were enjoying ourselves up to that point. He said he was replacing keys which was confusing since we had key less entry. I felt so uncomfortable that we called Vacasa to just confirm that this man was actually working with them. I am obviously so disappointed and upset. It ruined my stay
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10/10 Excellent

Dane B.

Awesome little cabin on the river.

It's a really sweet little spot. Sunrises were stunning, and we watched both otters and seals swim by mere feet away from the floating dock. Super close to art and pottery of Nehalem, and to all the things Manzanita has to offer, but the cabin itself feels so nicely outside of the traffic flow and tourist bustle of Oregon Coast Hwy 101 towns. The cabin itself is very well appointed for a space so compact. Our dogs loved it as well; much cuddling was done. Do note that this house is about comfort and views and not about space; the beds are comfy, but the bedrooms are definitely made for sleeping and not for spreading out.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mark L. K.

Nice place but could be much better

The space is nice and the location was great for getting to the beach. The river is endless entertainment so you can just sit on the desk of the couch and just watch the birds.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Busy street

We rented this property because we wanted to fish the river and thought that it was far enough out that it would be peaceful. However, it was hot and there is no airflow in the house. The ceiling fan doesn’t move air and there are few screens on the windows so to open them would let the bugs in. The house is closer to the road than it appeared and for a small town there is a lot of traffic at all hours so having bedroom windows open isn’t realistic as they face the busy street. Our dogs were too hot and not used to all the traffic. We live on acreage so they aren’t used to hearing all the cars. The first night we were all miserable and didn’t get any sleep. The next morning we packed up and went home. We had a fishing trip planned for mid week so we went back down for the night as the trip was early the next morning. We left the dogs at home and brought several fans to make it a little more comfortable. We originally planned to stay 5 nights and ended up staying two. It was a terrible experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

River otter September 22

Nice little house right on the Nehalem River. Comfortable furnishings, and a dock to fish from. Perfect to just have a few days to get away from the city.
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Wonderful! A paddlers paradise!

Beautiful view, easy access to the water on private dock. Looks brand new inside with everything we needed. Fantastic owners too!
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10/10 Excellent

Emiko F.

Incredible little home on the river!

This house was more than I could have hoped for! The home was really cozy, had amazing natural light, fully stocked with all the kitchen items one would need as well as great outdoor furniture for lounging. The bed we slept in (there were just two of us so we left the other room alone) was one of the most comfortable beds I'd ever slept in! Although the location wasn't super walkable as it's along a main road without sidewalks, we found we and our pup had plenty of outdoor space to relax and spent an afternoon hanging out on the dock. It was so peaceful and beautiful at the house- 2 nights away felt like a week! There was a grill on the deck and we wished we would have known that as it would have changed the groceries we brought! I think it would be a great addition to the details of the house and make an already amazing house just a little bit more incredible. Thank you so much for sharing your home- it was a much needed getaway!
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10/10 Excellent

Don P.

River Otter Bliss

The house it self is small but very clean and comfortable. The views are spectacular and the location is close to everything you possibly could want to do. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Gem nestled on the Oregon Coast

I booked the River Otter for a remote working getaway and a vacation and it was perfect for both! Cleanliness was top notch, especially for being in a remote location. Never had issues with the internet or phone calls at the property. The home had everything to make for a comfortable stay (especially an extended one) and Vacasa is attentive to your needs. I for sure will be staying again or looking into other Vacasa properties. Tips for this place. Had 4 adults at one point and I can't imagine having more than that to not feel completely cooped up. Respect the neighbors and they'll give you that in return. I was there for 2 weeks in May and while we lucked out for some sun, you should always be prepared for the rain here. You'll run into bugs. It's inevitable being in a middle of a forest/canyon. Just make sure to keep windows and doors closed when you can. You can hear cars from the bridge and roadway but barely noticed and it calms down at night. Only recommendation would be to get blackout curtains for the rooms. Give this place a try if you are looking for kayaking/paddleboarding or fishing right off the property!
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10/10 Excellent

Brandy h.

Great place!

This is the perfect place for a little get away for a small group. Super easy to get to from the boat launch and plenty of space for your trailer, etc. at the house. Kudos to the interior designer!! Definitely a warm and homey space. We’ll be back for sure.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

We felt like we were in an all glass house !! Beautiful view of the river. Gorgeous sunrises too.

Gorgeous sunrises too.
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10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

An awesome surprise!

The River Otter home more than met our expectations! A very well organized place for a relaxing retreat!! This place was well stocked with everything you could possibly need for a nice stay right on the Nehalem River yet close to the beach. We cannot wait for a stay during the summer during salmon season. Thanks for providing and awesome place!

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