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Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK

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Perched on a clifftop in Depoe Bay, Whale Vista offers an oceanfront retreat with historic charm and spectacular views of the sea. This home is perfect for a coastal vacation with friends or family, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and enough space for up to eight guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81441 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK

Whale Vista

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This spectacular oceanfront home has a wonderful historic style, a dog-friendly attitude, amazing location on a clifftop in Depoe Bay, and some of the best whale-watching opportunities you could hope to find! Combined with all the comforts of home and enough space for as many as eight guests, this is the perfect place to plan your next coastal vacation.

Nestled on a hill just on the south side of Depoe Bay, this home is close to the town's charming restaurants, souvenir shops, Whale Watching Center, and the world's smallest bay. From the harbor you can launch your own boat or book a spot on one of the whale-watching or deep-sea fishing tours that leave from Depoe Bay. The easiest beach access is less than five minutes north by car at Fogarty Creek, though you could also drive 10 minutes south to the breathtaking Devils Punch Bowl or north 10 minutes to Lincoln Beach and Gleneden Beach. You could even go a little farther north (about 15 minutes) into Lincoln City or take an equally short drive south into Newport.

With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home has plenty of space for up to eight guests (six adults maximum, please), and up to two dogs are even welcome with a small nightly fee. Inside, you will find antiques that complement the historic style of this 1930's house, as well as plenty of windows that allow gorgeous views of the ocean - look carefully and you can see harbor seals, sea lions, and even an occasional whale!

The main level of the house has a cozy living room with a TV and gas fireplace, a well-stocked full kitchen, a dining area, and a bathroom with a laundry area. One of the bedrooms is also on this level (featuring a queen-size bed) and a sofabed in the living room folds out into extra sleeping space at night.

Upstairs are two more bedrooms and a bathroom with a walk-in shower that is accessible both from the hallway and the master bedroom. The first bedroom offers a soft and comfortable queen-size bed, a television, and a lovely balcony that overlooks the town and the ocean. In the master room is a king-size bed, yet another TV, and windows with jaw-dropping views of the sea. If the weather doesn't cooperate as much as you had hoped, you can always enjoy a nice evening in and take advantage of the many entertainment options provided, including cable TV, a DVD player and selection of movies, WiFi access, board games, and a huge variety of books.

This home is a fantastic place to bring your friends or family and enjoy a vacation spent watching for whales, strolling around charming Depoe Bay, and enjoying each other's company. In the small town you will find just about everything you may need, though you could also drive up or down the coast to find more activities, state parks, dining options, and much more, so don't be afraid to explore!

Come stay in this amazing oceanfront home and enjoy a much-deserved relaxing coastal getaway!

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 3 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 amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,441 square feet

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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 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

Property is also known as

2362

About the neighborhood

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Depoe Bay, OR

What's nearby

  • Depoe Bay Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Depoe Bay City Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whale Watching Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tradewinds Charters - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fogarty Creek State Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Newport Station - 18 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gracie's Sea Hag - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Horn Public House And Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tidal Raves - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Left Coast Coffee Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beachcrest Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK located?

Nestled on the beach, this Depoe Bay vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Whale, Sea Life, and Shark Museum, Tradewinds Charters, and Whale Watching Center. Depoe Bay City Park and Depoe Bay Bridge are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Historic Waterfront Home with Ocean Views, Great Location - Dogs OK Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 223 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Melody J.

Great location with ocean views near town.

We loved the deck and ocean views from all of the bedrooms. We enjoyed being able to walk to the shops and restaurants in Depot Bay.
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8/10 Good

Matt M.

Incredible view and location, a bit stingy

House is well designed and laid out. Easy to walk into town and around the neighborhood. Quiet, nothing but the waves crashing at night. Spectacular views from every room. Basics were a little rough. We wound up spending another hundred or so on detergent, towels, toilet paper, and shampoo. Provided items were super cheap, not a great feeling when the fees are almost a thousand on top of the rent. (6 nights)

2/10 Terrible

Lynne L., Bend, Oregon

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

Great location and view . Easy access town.

Charming home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tom and Michelle A.

Great views!!

Great views of Depoe Bay! Close to town, we walked to our favorite restaurant and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this home. The view is spectacular. The location--walking distance to Depoe Bay--is great. The furnishings are very nice. The back deck is an amazing place to spend time, even in the winter! We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Great vacation

We loved the cozy house with such interesting and tasteful, international decor. We enjoyed being so close to the ocean. The views were fantastic. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

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

Best on the bay

We have stayed here numerous times in the past but hadn't been in a while. Everything was as we remembered and it is one of our favorite places on the Oregon coast. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

SHAILY M.

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

One word - Great View

Nice home...beautiful view Could use some removations
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi S.

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

Great location

Great views and great location to downtown Depoe Bay. The kitchen and living room spaces are pretty compact - just as a heads up! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Barbara F.

there is absolutely no follow up if there is a problem.

We love this old home with all its Beautiful old furniture! The owners eclectic taste makes the place Charming and quaint!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Magical Getaway

Beautiful home with outstanding view! So incredible to be that close to the ocean. Even though we did not see whales , we soaked in the sun and sounds of the waves crashing. So relaxing!, The interior of house was so roomy and the furnishings were so comfortable. We loved the privacy of this location, but yet so close to shopping and restaurants. We experienced two dinners out that were excellent! All in All we loved this property and it was so clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Dena B.

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

Unique house. Great location

We were charmed by the very eclectic house once we got up the ton of stairs with our luggage. ( We knew about that so it was fine) The location was really nice. Very close to town. Right on the water. Everything we needed was there. There were a couple things that were a bit substandard like the propane grill was all rusty, a few of the blinds were kind of hodge podge and the one in the upstairs bedroom was the wrong type for a siding glass door and someone had trouble with it in the past and was all messed up. The kitchen is very small but we made it work. The view fantastic. Beautiful sunsets ever night. We enjoyed ourselves and the property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great views but lackluster property

What a beautiful view and great location. It has so much potential to be a 5 star experience. It was a clean place, but many things were out of service including the fireplace, washing machine, broken blinds, missing curtains, floor boards coming up, and an ant problem. With an extended 5 day stay we had counted on being able to do laundry, it would behoove the host to be transparent about the status of the home. It was a great location and the views are incredible, a great outdoor viewing area. I would not stay in this specific spot again, the host was communicative and did give us a small compensation (8% percent of the total cost). Yet the host was unable to mitigate or fix anything during the stay. If you are looking for a cabin like experience that is cozy this home is up your alley. Overall, it could use some TLC yet I understand why owners wouldn’t want to invest in a short term rental property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ken C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not clean but nice view.

We had a great time despite some initial nastiness. The place had not been cleaned well. 5 bags of dog poo sitting on the ground from previous renters. Surface of side tables and tv,s full of dust. Most of all when we arrived the downstairs bathroom and bedroom were swarming with insects. We called the property manager who said they were carpenter ants and that they could send someone out but they most likely would just come back. We opted to deal with it. Sprayed and cleaned the place and they did NOT come back the entire time. Just did not feel like it had been cleaned well prior to our arrival. Sightseeing of whales was phenomenal though!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Fabulous views in this spacious, warm, cozy, home

This is a lovely older home with plenty of space and privacy. It has a large outdoor living space with a nice deck, barbeque, comfortable deck chairs, and a fantastic view of the coast line in both directions. Views include the Spouting Horn, and the entrance to Depoe Bay where the boats enter and exit the bay. The house is well cared for and well stocked with plenty of towels, blankets, dishes, cooking spices, and much more. It's an easy short short walk to all the restaurants and shops. Simply perfect for us. There is one bedroom/bathroom downstairs. The bedroom is quite large with a private door leading out to the deck. There are two second floor bedrooms and a full bath. One of the second floor bedrooms has it's own private veranda/deck. All three bedrooms have spectacular ocean views to wake up to. The home is stoutly built. Floors are solid, not creaky at all. It has a large livingroom with gas fireplace. Very cozy. SPECIAL NOTE: If navigating stairs while carrying luggage, groceries, etc., is a challenge for you, this house might not be the best choice. There are 12+3 outside steps from the parking area to the front door. For us, I would not hesitate to rent this home again or recommend it to others. It's dreamy!
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10/10 Excellent

Don D.

Lovely

This home was so interesting, first of all, the views could not have been more beautiful. So many lovely windows to watch the water, sky, boats and waves. The longer we were there, the more we liked it. The decor is unique and there was always something new we found to admire. We hope to go back sometime soon. Easy walking distance Depoe Bay shops made it that much better,

8/10 Good

Lois T.

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

Views amazing

Very nice small kitchen but great views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Amazing wave watching

Upstairs view of the ocean is a perfect way to wake up.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Best view ever.

We’ve been coming to Depoe Bay for over 10 years and have always stayed in a condo. So first time in a house. This home has extraordinary views of the ocean and coastline. Especially upstairs. Kitchen had everything needed to cook inside. Also easy access to shops and restaurants. Could use a few updates but all in all the house was very comfortable. I hope we can stay here again next trip We really loved it.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gene W.

Great whale viewing home

Close to town, bay, shopping, and restaurants.
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8/10 Good

Kathryn W.

Older house but enjoyable

We loved how eclectic the house was - with antique furniture and interesting lamps, glass doorknobs, etc. While it is definitely an older house, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Ariana E.

The Views are Really THAT Good!

The views from Whale Vista are absolutely stunning! I would highly recommend this home just for the breathtaking views alone. The couches and beds are very comfortable, the water is hot with good pressure, and the kitchen is fully equipped for preparing simple meals. I would definitely stay here again! Check-in is straightforward, and parking is convenient.

8/10 Good

Bonnie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful VIews

We enjoyed our stay very much. Kitchen is a bit small but adequate for our needs. If you're cooking, bring your own storage containers, foil and saran wrap. We made due with one roll of paper towels. Bring your own spices. View is phenomenal, and all bedrooms have an ocean view. We experienced a sugar ant invasion in the upstairs and downstairs southern bedrooms, which was gross. Downstairs tub and kitchen sink drip. There are stairs that must be climbed to access the front door. Except for deck area, outside not well maintained but may be time of year with winter storms just in rearview mirror: long grass/weeds, dead tree in pot, broken statuary, siding missing in back, debris on front patio and path. Furniture is an eclectic mix, some with obvious wear and tear but home was comfortable (please note, due to its height, the King bed needs limber folks to climb in). We had fun playing games, sharing meals and exploring the area. Fenced backyard for dogs is great but our little dog enjoys a good safari, and she found her way under the deck. Being completely honest, could due with a little refresh but somewhat expected due to price and age of home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Imelda M.

Fantastic views but poorly maintained

You can’t beat this view and having our dogs with us was great. The house could use some TLC.
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10/10 Excellent

Annelizabeth P.

Our favorite home away from home….

The views and sounds of the ocean are so relaxing. The home is comfortable and user friendly.