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Sand Bucket Cottage

Family-friendly vacation home in Pacific Beach

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A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Sand Bucket Cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Sand Bucket Cottage

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths, (Sleeps 6-7)
Book with confidence, we are following CDC recommendations for COVID 19 cleanings.

Online booking and payment, key pad entry, go directly to the cottage, instructions with entry code sent two weeks prior to check-in, fully stocked with all the supplies needed for your stay, just bring your clothes and food.

The Sand Bucket Cottage is the best equipped retreat for the money in Pacific Beach.

Our cottage features that our competitors do not have such as; hardwood floors, cozy gas fireplace, a full second bathroom with a HDTV with integrated DVD and complementary Unlimited Wi-Fi, Roku player, Hulu, Peacock, HBOMax, Netflix & Disney, FreeVee, Pluto; a gas BBQ, washer dryer, fire pit and all the comforts of home!

Others have sought to imitate us, but no-one can match the combination of features, quality and price.

Only 1/4 mile to expansive sandy beaches on the most picturesque part of the Washington coast. Sleeps up to 8 people, great for families, with a focus on kid friendly activities with many toys and games.

The cottage features two bedrooms, the master has an attached private bathroom and it's own deck to enjoy the morning sun. The over sized front BBQ deck faces west, relax while enjoying the sunset. The kitchen is fully stocked and provides all utensils and gadgets to make your stay comfortable, ample linens and towels are provided for your stay.

A short stroll into the town of Pacific Beach, where you can enjoy an espresso while you browse the local gift stores. The town is nestled next to the beach which provides wonderful opportunities to enjoy the majesty of the Pacific Ocean.

Keywords: Cottage, wi-fi, gas fireplace, beach, streaming, cozy, families, couples, dogs, best value, 2 decks, gas grill

Unique Benefits

We specialize in being both a family friendly and pet friendly location. To make your stay as easy as possible if you have young children we have made available many things you would need for small children, including a pack and play, high chair, small chair for 2 - 5 year olds, numerous toys and boards games for all ages. A full compliment of cable & streaming channels to help for those downtime moments.

We also provide dog towels and an outdoor hose to help clean your dog. For the chefs amongst you, the kitchen is fully stocked for your needs, including a griddle and food processor as well as some spices and olive oil. Complimentary coffee and tea are provided for you to enjoy during your stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Parties; No alterations (tacks, push pins, nails); We accept Service Animals, however, proof of Certification is required.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No Pets on beds or furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Sand Bucket Pacific Beach
Sand Bucket Cottage Pacific Beach
Sand Bucket Cottage Private vacation home
Sand Bucket Cottage Private vacation home Pacific Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Pacific Beach, WA

What's nearby

  • Sunset Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Main Street Stage - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pacific Beach State Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Museum of the North Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Crescent Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hoquiam, WA (HQM-Bowerman) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Crest Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Frontager's Pizza Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Koko’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rising Tide Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surfhouse Pub - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Bucket Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sand Bucket Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Bucket Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sand Bucket Cottage located?

This family-friendly Pacific Beach vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Sunset Beach, Pacific Beach State Park, and Main Street Stage. Sunset Amphitheater and Woodland Promenade are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Sand Bucket Cottage Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean beach cottage. Great location for our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communicstion eith owner. Clean and well stocked. Quiet neighborhood with minimal traffic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Great spot

Had an amazing time. Great location. Fun scenic walk to town. Cute palce with comfortable beds. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

luke m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place! Had everything we needed for the kids. One minute drive to the beach was so nice. Also so close to seabrook, we went there for dinner one night. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Seabrook Relay

We came to town to run a relay. The house worked well for us and was priced great. It’s not swanky of on the beach, but held 6 adults comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Convenient, neat, and family friendly cottage!

Stayed here with spouse, 2 year old and infant for spring razor clam dig. This cottage was tidy and well stocked with toys and books for kids, as well as utensils and amenities in the kitchen. Host was very quick to communicate. great experience and would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

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

Fun time at the beach!

Just what we needed for a long weekend together walking the beach and shopping at funky stores!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Wonderful stay!

Loved this home so much! It was quiet and peaceful and had just the right amount of charm to make it feel like home. Loved the fenced front porch for the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Comfortable Stay

This was our third stay. It was wonderful just like always. The house is clean, comfortable, and well provisioned. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy J.

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

Great weekend Getaway!

We had a great stay. Everything we needed was available. It was a short walking distance to the beach. Quiet neighborhood, Very close neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Susan A.

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

Nice getaway

Had a great time at the beach and the accommodations were clean, comfortable and relaxing. Nice getaway and will be doing it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen v.

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

Great spot for a family vacation!

This home was exactly as advertised, and we couldn't be happier with our stay. It was clean, quiet, and close to every place we wanted to explore. The beds were super comfortable, and there was plenty of space for our family of 4 and our dog. As a family who loves to cook, we found everything we needed in the fully stocked kitchen. If we find ourselves in Pacific Beach in the future, we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Deb Y.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Loved the location

We loved the location!!! This was a nice place but the description of the 2nd bedroom was inaccurate. When we tried to pull out the mattress under the bed it was covered with pet hair and dirt. Made a bed on the floor for third child. Too many chairs in the dining room. It was hard to maneuver. Cleaning lady was still cleaning when we arrived and wasn't very happy about us being there so we left and then came back. The outdoor furniture was so old and dirty that we chose not to use the outdoor patios at all. We were afraid they would break or we would get slivers. Kitchen is well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Great spot for our out-of-town family to stay over Thanksgiving! Responsive and friendly host, lots of amenities. Close walk to town and to the beach (5-10 minutes). Peace of mind that it is out of the tsunami hazard zone . 😅
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret t.

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

Good Location

The property was close to the places that we wanted to visit; the beach was beautiful. It was quiet and comfortable. Colleen was responsive and helped us solve issues. Cell coverage is very limited in this whole area, so it’s good to be aware.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia O.

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

Great Beach Cottage

Perfect get away..a nice walk for coffee in the morning, a fabulous sandy beach also a walk away..or..just stay in this cozy beach cottage that has absolutely everything you could ever need AND nicely decorated. Be a tourist at Ocean Shores or fancy special dinner out at Seabrook..or..stay here and cook in a better supplied kitchen than mine and eat on one of two decks, play games, sit outside by the fire pit and just really enjoy yourself.(side note that should be mentioned..the bed is very comfortable..that can be hard to find with some rentals)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jane K.

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

Family Trip

The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped for cooking. Everything was clean and very well maintained. My kids and husband spent a lot of time at the bar down the street. People were very friendly. The shop that had everything you could ever want along with a radio station inside was a hit. My husband got to sign the ceiling. Being close to Seabrook was fun since we had friends staying there..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summerfield B.

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

Find your peace.

Find your piece at this beachy getaway. Pacific Beach is a slow moving beach town, but something about the location of this house provides even more peace. 3 minute drive from town/beach. Has everything anyone might need on vacation, just bring groceries and maybe pick up some Oysters from Lytles to grill up on the deck. They have a fully stocked kitchen, pots, pans, dishes, silverware, etc. We felt at home, at ease, and were able to relax. I cannot wait to book a stay here in the future, I might even bring my kids (although that sounds less peaceful to me;)).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

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

The Sand Bucket is great!

We loved the Sand Bucket. It was just a couple minute drive to Pacific Beach State Park and the ocean, which is exactly what we wanted. The property was just as described, with the exception of the steps going into and out of the kitchen/dining room. The bed was comfortable and the kitchen was nice and big with plenty of room for both of us to be making meals. Having a second bedroom also worked well for us, as we could use the second bedroom for things like suitcases. Having the two bathrooms was also useful. Colleen was wonderful to communicate with. Messages were promptly and clearly answered. Our only issue with our stay was that there were two issues that, while not major, it would have been nice to have been informed of those issues before checking in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is so cute. We loved coming back to it from beach each evening. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals. Colleen was an attentive hostess. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners are great to work
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tashia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice house! Perfect size for what we needed. Appreciated the book with all the info and enjoyed the home story.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Cozy place, just needed a few repairs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

Beautiful place in a beautiful Area

Excellent vacation rental for the money
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Skip S.

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

2 teens and a big dog!

The Sand Bucket house was a real treat. The place was clean, bright inside and out, just as described. Very quiet neighborhood, and just a couple minutes to the beach! (I loved that part) Being my first vrbo, I messaged the property manager a couple times and she was prompt in responding back. I was a bit nervous traveling with 2 teenagers and a full sized German Shepherd, but everything turned out great! We took a drive to lake Quinault Lodge for lunch, and with so many options of things to see in the area, I’d definitely recommend and consider the Sand bucket for my next beach stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025